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WE LOVE THESE FOLKS! These indie businesses have paid to sponsor Offbeat Wed because they love nontraditional weddings and want to work with more offbeat folks. We think they’re awesome, and we think you will too. If you want to support Offbeat Wed, using one of these vendors in your wedding is the best way to do so… they’re how we’re able to stay online and continue our mission of supporting offbeat awesomeness everywhere.

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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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Our hot take on when to send out wedding invites and save the dates

Wondering when to send out wedding invites? I’m giving two answers. The first is what is considered “standard” for the wedding industry. The second is what I personally think is most useful, especially as a money-conscious girlie existing in a post-pandemic era.

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4 offbeat ideas for what to do with your wedding photos

Don’t just leave your gorgeous wedding photos in a folder on your desktop! They deserve to be seen and shared. Now that the wedding’s over, here are a few creative ideas for what to do with your wedding photos besides (blasting them all over social media, of course!).

Valentines Gifts for Friends alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

4 funny valentines for friends: give your BFFs noods 🍜

This year for Valentine’s Day I decided to send funny valentines to my friends using VistaPrint. These gifts came in the form of some, er, saucy photos. The looks on my friends’ faces were absolutely priceless! But what’s even wilder is that they actually use the gifts I gave them…in public!