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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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Doctor Who, Harry Potter, and a burrito walk into a bar…

I geeked out on the Offbeat Flickr Pool entries this week. It was like you guys exploded with Harry Potter, Doctor Who, Lego, and Renaissance amazingness. Moar nerds FTW in this week’s Monday Montage!

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Vintage snack: An officer and a bride

There is something about a man in uniform and a classic bride that just looks so right. This week’s Vintage Snack takes us to 1979 where an officer weds his bride.

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Tons of paper flower inspiration for your wedding (or paper anniversary!)

Coffee filters, origami, and newsprint all find their way into crafty hands for paper flower bouquets, centerpieces, and decor. If you’re choosing paper flowers over living flora and fauna, there are tons of choices. We’re rounding up our paper magic for your handmade and alternative material inspiration.

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A Skyped elopement in Austin, Texas

Amanda and Jason met on an online dating service, so since they had technology to thank for their meeting, it’s not surprising that it became a HUGE part of their elopement. For their wedding their guests turned of their phones and turned on their cameras for a Skyped elopement!