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BK3A1688 1 alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Funko fans: get ready to lose your cool when you see this Funko headquarters engagement shoot

Tannah and Nic collect Funko toys and wanted to do have their engagement shoot at the Funko headquarters in Everett, Washington. It’s super colorful, full of literally larger-than-life vinyl toy figures that are super popular, and just a really awesome backdrop for photos.

It was especially fun for them to let off some steam at a more casual setting for their engagement since their wedding will skew a bit more formal. Oh, and don’t miss the making of the cake toppers!

Cocomelody 2020 Bridal Party Collection

Your bridesmaids will do a happy dance in this bridal party collection in all sizes (with pockets & sleeves!)

Y’all know we love the custom fit, all sizes collections of our faves, Cocomelody. They’re KNOWN for their affordable prices, inclusive sizing, custom options, gorgeous details, and lots of offbeat and classic options. They’ve got a new bridal collection for 2020 with some of the loveliest bridesmaids dresses in gorgeous colors, with cool fabrics like velvet, twisted silk, tulle, and a ton have sleeves and pockets. I know!

Let’s take a peek at a few options from the collection…

A magical frozen waterfall engagement shoot in the Poconos

A magical frozen waterfall engagement shoot in the Poconos

September and Tulia braved the cold and icy landscapes to have their engagement photos captured in a truly magical winter setting. they started their woolie-clad hike at an incredible frozen waterfall in the Poconos in Pennsylvania and ended in a forest for more adorable shots. Engagement photos don’t have to take place in the spring and summer. Winter engagement photos are some of our very favorites AND they got to rock adorable beanies. Bonus. Let’s peek at these two engaged cuties…

This Bay Area photographer creates photo magic with fine art skills & moment-making wizardry

This Bay Area photographer creates photo magic with fine art skills & moment-making wizardry

I see a lot of amazing wedding photography that tugs at my heartstrings and makes me belly laugh from great shots. But once in a great while we get to see a portfolio of wedding moments captured by someone who really knows visual art and makes it obvious that they take great care in capturing a wedding day with that eye for detail and magic. That’s what I felt when I saw what Ella Sophia was creating for her couples…

Disney princess dresses for your Halloween wedding

Get ahead for your costume & Halloween weddings with these Disney princess gowns

Halloween couples: you’re probably finding all kinds of ways to incorporate your love of spook into your wedding day and that might include costumes. And if so? Hell yes! If you’re thinking about rocking a gown-type of dress at your ceremony and/or reception, a Disney princess gown is always a super fun and recognizable look. Let’s wish upon a star for the loveliest of dresses to woo the princes and princesses (and otherwise) of our hearts…

Channel the setting sun with these breathtaking sunset gradient gowns from Wai-Ching

Channel the setting sun with these breathtaking sunset gradient gowns from Wai-Ching

Wai-Ching’s colorful, eco-friendly, custom wedding dresses and attire have been a mainstay to our readers for lo these many, many years. Wai-Ching dresses and attire are so beautiful and customizable that we are endlessly surprised and delighted by the dresses we feature on the blog.

Here’s why we especially love the Wai-Ching process and result and some of our favorites in the sunset gradient style, perfect for both summer and fall weddings with their rich reds, pinks, umbers, and purples. OH! And don’t miss the discount we’ve got especially for readers…