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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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An Old Hollywood classic theater same-sex wedding

Becca Dilley Photography sent us this gorgeous same-sex wedding in Madison, Wisconsin, and we were super stoked about the awesome style and INSANELY COOL cake: a huge pedestal with flames and mini-cakes hanging down! The couple also rocked an Old Hollywood vibe with a retro theater venue, the Orpheum Theater.

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Vintage and retro-style wedding favors

I’ve already given y’all favor ideas for rock ‘n’ roll weddings, geeky weddings, but now it’s time for vintage and retro-style favors. This roundup features items that will not only be a little something nice for your guests, but some will do double duty as adorable decor and/or yummy treats!

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Excellent eco-friendly invitation inspiration on the DIY tip

Want your wedding invitations to be eco-friendly, but to not skimp on the pretty factor? Hana DIYed her invitations, and not only do they look gorgeous, they’re also uber eco-friendly in so many ways. Eco, DIY, whatever aside, I just ADORE the way she attached the info to the hand-made invite backing.

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4 reasons Boston’s ohKarina Photography will make you say ohmygawd!

OhKarina Photography loves all your crazy ideas. Want to have a hand-fasting ceremony that involves real Medieval swords with an oozy-green zombies-themed wedding cake? Then get in line, because she’s already booked a wedding just like that this year. Wanna have an ice cream fight for your engagement photos? Been there, done that, and wait until you see the photos!

Keep reading for ice cream fight pics, offbeat discounts and FOUR MORE reasons to love ohKarina Photography…