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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.

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This geeky superhero Halloween wedding wins the internet today

A knife handle sticking out of a dripping superhero wedding cake: this encapsulates the feel of this geeky, spooky, zombiefied, spider-webbed, goth glam superhero Halloween wedding in Illinois. It all started with the decision to include mac and cheese, costumes (natch!), and a giant party into the night.

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A daddy/daughter cake smooshing and emerald green dress at this Ohio wedding

Joanna and Keon shared a gorgeous garden wedding at Whetstone Park of Roses in Ohio complete with the bride’s emerald green gown and colorful bouquet, the groom’s killer socks and adorable bow tie, and “to infinity and beyond” cake topper (a favorite line shared by both the groom and his daughter). But the sweetest tidbit of all is the shared moment between the bride and the groom’s daughter at the ceremony. Oh wait, maybe it was the daddy/daughter cake smooshing. Either way, there are some must-see moments at this Ohio wedding. Don’t miss the seed packet favors, too!

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Gold, succulents, and rock ‘n’ roll at Claire & Dave’s geometric wedding

Be prepared to go ape shit over the bride’s floral and succulent headpiece, the handmade gold geometric details all over the place, the rad rock ‘n’ roll Chicago venue, the vegetarian spread, the cake AND pie (as per family tradition), and so much beauty you won’t know what to do with yourself. Go see for yourself!

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Games and dancing at Yvonne & Melissa’s wine-themed wedding in Chicago

These two gorgeous ladies wanted an awesome party — excellent food and drinks flowing with positive vibes. Plus, there were some real lessons learned when it came to being positive on someone’s wedding day. You’ll want to read this advice. Don’t miss their awesome ceremony entrance and gorgeous last-minute restaurant venue choice!