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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Jessicah & Adam’s punk pop culture-filled wedding

This couple met making films and decided it was only right to make it official in the theater where they’ve spent so much time together. In addition to throwing out tons of references to their favorite shows and movies, these kids actually made two short films to start off the ceremony! If that wasn’t enough, you’ll get to see the groom’s rad giant green mohawk.

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A wedding in Miami with boots, Wai-Ching, and funnel cake

Liz and Cristina got married in Miami and spent the entire day together, including donning their Wai-Ching dresses, colorful boots, and bacon earrings. Mark and Raven of [vendor-heart link="http://vendors.offbeatwed.com/2011/leah-and-mark"]Leah and Mark Photography[/vendor-heart] captured all the fun and have shared it with us.

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Jamie & Mengmeng’s geeky Corgi-loving wedding

Jamie and Mengmeng (Jameng, as the tabloids call them) rocked a Chinese-influenced, geek-tastic, Joss Whedon-loving wedding celebrating all of their favorite interests. Get ready for chopsticks, Corgis, and a Serenity cake.

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Kim & Greg’s low-key garden party Manhattan wedding

This couple didn’t let a tornado take their venue from them in this budget garden and lounge party. Lots of crafting and thought went into this one.