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Real Weddings: Midwest US

There are some people who think offbeat weddings don’t happen in the fly-over states. These people will be surprised. Behold a few of our favorite weddings from the Midwest including Chicago weddings, Iowa weddings, Ohio weddings, Michigan weddings, and more. Submit your wedding for consideration via offbeatwed.com/submissions.

It's a PowerHockey love story with vintage details, Native American traditions, & some Nightmare Before Christmas

It’s a PowerHockey love story with vintage details & some Nightmare Before Christmas

Selena and Josh first met during a PowerHockey tournament in Detroit. For those unfamiliar with the sport, PowerHockey is similar to floor hockey, but all the players play in power wheelchairs. Josh was one of the players, and Selena was an assistant to one of his teammates. When Selena and Josh met, they immediately clicked and shared a lot of laughs.They eventually reconnected a while later, this time for good.

This bride bought her black dress 30 year ago and finally got to wear it at her spooktacular wedding

This bride bought her black dress 30 years ago and finally got to wear it at her spooktacular wedding

Kat purchased her amazing black dress 30 years ago! She saw it in white, which wasn’t really her style, but the shop attendant told her it came in a few other colors including black. She bought it and packed it away. Kat never really saw herself ever getting married but deep down she thought that maybe she’d find a special someone and get to wear the dress…

Two ladies, air plants, and Dr. Seuss at this modern boho wedding on Lake Michigan

Two brides, air plants, and Dr. Seuss at this modern boho wedding on Lake Michigan

Marta and Christine celebrated their wedding with an intimate gathering of friends and family at Camp Blodgett on Lake Michigan. The day was characterized by opposites coming together: boho meets Ikea, with fun color details and a simple, modern look. The ceremony revolved around Dr. Seuss’s “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” and was written by Marta and Christine. Instead of a first dance, they led their their guests in a sing-along.

Venus flytraps and forever love at this haunting inspiration wedding

Venus flytraps and forever love at this haunting inspiration wedding

This haunting inspiration wedding is truly a dark and glam look at goth weddings (and Halloween, if you’re planning one for 2019!). The floral pieces on the table and bouquet were designed out of silk flowers, which are ideal for repurposing, preserving as a keepsake, or turned into a family heirloom. Did you notice the Venus Flytraps in the bouquet and centerpiece?!