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Real Weddings: Western US

Here are some of the most freaky fabulous weddings from the shores of the Best West Coast all the way to the Rocky Mountain states, including Seattle weddings, Portland weddings, California weddings, and more. Submit your wedding for consideration via offbeatwed.com/submissions.

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Jess & George’s Hawaiian luau with a theatrical flair (co-starring hurricanes!)

A Playbill-style program, a lei ceremony by a force-of-nature officiant… and some actual forces of nature in the form of a hurricane and an earthquake — this ohana-focused wedding in Hawaii is nothing if not exciting. Don’t miss the kilts, the pineapple cake, the gorgeous guest book art piece, and all the luuurve.

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Sabrina & William’s DIY and donuts loft wedding

Don’t get too caught up drooling over the mountains of donuts in this wedding because there is a TON to see! Don’t miss the bride’s dress, her super cute short hairstyle and hairpiece, the magically gorgeous industrial loft venue, the gold and black chic decor, and the food truck fun.

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Morgan & Dominic’s handmade hand-me-down backyard wedding

We’re swooning over the flower crowns, the bunting, the hay bale benches, the glorious forest, and the gorgeous heirloom wedding dress worn by the bride’s mother AND grandmother. Don’t miss all the DIY details, handmade signs, and the amazing groom lipstick wipe hand-off.

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Sarah & Jillian’s Halloween costume-optional queer wedding

Winery photos, autumn details, and two cuties who got married on their five-year anniversary — are you in or what?! There’s also amazing advice about seating charts, eating before the ceremony, altering your outfits, leftover catering, and more. Seriously, this pair knows what they are doing!