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Whether you’re looking for unique wedding dresses, wedding shoes, cute wedding invitations, nontraditional wedding rings, or an offbeat wedding photographer… chances are you’ll find ’em here. Start by browsing our Vendor Directory for vendors in YOUR area, and then have fun with these posts to find online wedding dressmakers, photographers, and more!

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A very Temu wedding: 5 ways to save money using Temu for your wedding

As a self-proclaimed budget-savvy bride, I know how quickly wedding essentials can add up, and in the most unexpected line items too (who knew wedding favors were SO expensive?). So I took a look around Temu to see where it could help save money on your wedding. You won’t believe what I found on there!

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Is a purple wedding dress timeless?

While white has traditionally been the go-to color, more soonlyweds are breaking away from white wedding dresses and embracing unique and vibrant alternatives like the purple wedding dress! The stunning and captivating nature of a purple wedding dress is perfect for marriers who want to make a bold and unforgettable statement on their wedding day. Let’s ogle a few of our favorite purple wedding dresses from real weddings and vendors we love.

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10 creative wedding guestbook ideas that haven’t been done to death

Many marriers are moving away from the traditional wedding guestbook and opting for creative wedding guestbooks that they can use or see every day. Not to brag, but our Offbeat Wed readers are the most creative marriers in the game and have come up with fun and innovative ways to collect their guests love and well wishes. From signing cars to video messages, these are a few of our favorite non-traditional wedding guest book ideas from real Offbeat Wed readers!

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Wedding invitation trends of 2023: dark florals, retro vibes, and textures

Wedding invitations are your first opportunity to set the tone for your big celebration! We’ve put together the latest 2023 wedding invitation trends, from gothic wedding invitations to art deco wedding styles and more. Let’s see what’s trending in the world of wedding invitations!

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Queer wedding fashion: Finding the perfect outfit for your lesbian wedding party

Bridesmaids in suits used to be considered lesbian wedding party attire. But here at Offbeat Wed we believe clothing has no gender and suits look good on every body! We’ve put together a few of our favorite suits from SuitShop, a size-inclusive retailer that has options for folks of all gender identities and all sizes. Ready to get inspo for your lesbian bridesmaid outfits? Let’s get your wedding party suited up!

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Sink your teeth into this vampire-themed polyamorous wedding inspiration

What happens when three vampires get married? Daniella of Koontz Photography gives us a glimpse with this Interview with the Vampire-inspired polyamorous wedding shoot. In our fantasy world, Louis, Lestat, and Armand are a triad throwing a glamorous and gothic wedding in New Orleans. From the high fashion wedding suits to the blood-red florals, this vampire-themed wedding inspiration will have you thirsting for more.