Category Archive

BIPOC

Based on reader feedback that it was “hard to find any weddings of people of color,” we started tagging posts that featured a BIPOC bride and/or groom — and/or means you’ll find tons of interracial couples in here! Increasing visibility for BIPOC folks has been a priority for us since 2008, and note that we always allow folks to self-identify. More about how and why we do this here.

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Teal and red with skulls all over at this Vegas wedding

Whisper and Dustin met overseas in Korea where Whisper was teaching and Dustin was also working. After their work arrangements overseas were over, they decided to travel to Las Vegas to get married. the ceremony was held at Stratosphere overlooking the strip. One of Las Vegas’ oldest strip restaurants, The Peppermill, hosted the reception. Vegas makes an awesome backdrop to teal and red skull details, fabulous paper flowers, and this gorgeous couple.

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A dapper as hell groom and his super chic posse

Can we just take a second and talk about this groom’s ensemble? From the top: kick-ass plugs, mini-handlebar mustache, AWESOME striped bow tie, pink chambray shirt (from Propercloth), and of course, a fabulous suit from one of our favorite vendors for grooms and dapper brides, [vendor-heart link="http://offbeatwed.com/2012/03/custom-suits"]Duchess Clothier[/vendor-heart].

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Erin & Jay’s queer Jewish Dominican wedding

This pair has an awesomely diverse community willing to celebrate and totally donate their time and energy into making this wedding rock. And boy, did it. In addition to the bride’s handmade dress (out of a sari!) and groom’s kick-ass suit, there was wedding party aisle dancing, ukulele toasts, and a giant group hug right after the ceremony.

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Make an old dress new again with a little added color

Kim’s mom gave her this flowy white dress to wear at her wedding, but the icing on the cake was definitely Kim’s addition of a new fabulous waistband and straps.