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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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WHAT ABOUT FLATS!?

It almost seems like it’s a required response: I’ll do a shoe post about something (wedges, platforms, boots, whatever) and the response will be “WHAT ABOUT FLATS!?”

Yes. What about flats?

We’ve got pages and pages of posts about wedding flats, but based on comments I receive, they’re clearly the wedding shoe that seems to get the least love. EVERYONE WANTS MORE FLATS.

So this week: FLATS!

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Natural Black hairstyles part two: the bigger the better!

Our first natural Black hair post was kind of a hit, so planning a part deux was a no-brainer. I raided Pinterest for more and came away with a ton of new favorites. Check out this second homage to natural textures.

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A guestbook alternative that’s way more than just a blank page

We know that y’all are constantly on the lookout for new and different guestbook ideas. So when the Guestbook Store became a sponsor I geeked out a little about this creative alternative that’s SO much more than just a blank page for your friends and family to “write something nice for us.”

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Star Trek decor, retro bridesmaids, and Etsy weddings event in NYC April 28th!

I love these Star Trek coloring books! This, along with other awesome additions to the Flickr Pool and Pinterest, comprise this week’s Monday Montage. You’ll find some favor fans, retro bridesmaids, playing card save-the-dates, and a pair of awesome wings!