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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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Head table banner placemats

Tribesmaid jhall16 had a stroke of genius idea when it comes to head table heraldry: banners that double as place mats!? You betcha. And they look awesome.

alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

21 geeky and fun cufflinks to rule them all

I’m pretty sure cufflinks are one of the most versatile accessories ever. Gamers, geeks, goths, groomsmen… there is a pair of cufflinks with your name on it. And one of them just might be in this here collection.

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Papier mache centerpieces, fairy wings, and some awesome cake cuttings

Tribesmaid Remi crafted these epic papier mache chess pieces with her groom the summer before they got engaged. She says, “We’re not even that into chess, but after spending 100+ man-hours making them, they seemed like the perfect centerpieces.” This week’s reader submissions also bring us some playground fun, a family cake cutting, a not-so-family cake cutting, and a couple clad in fairy wings and a cape.

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Fall wedding favors that are lit, sweet, and clean

Summer’s almost over in the North — sad face — but where my Fall brides at!? You guys should be well into planning overdrive. Let’s get into a collective Fall wedding planning mode while we geek out over fun autumnal wedding decor and favor options. You’re going to love gawking at these items while they put you in the mood for changing leaves, the smell of pinecones, the feel of warm drink on a cool day, and pumpkin pies. At the same time you might get some great inspiration for guest book ideas and the perfect brunch wedding favors!