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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Pamela & Danny’s music and poetry coffee shop wedding in six acts

A crafting queen weds her beau surrounded by music and poetry. Throw in some whimsy in the form of Ms. PacMan, Saved by the Bell, and mason jar cupcakes, and you’ve got awesomeness.

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Emily & Craig’s elegant DIY bistro teeny tiny wedding

This wedding proves that all a bride needs to fashion a killer veil is a salad bowl and sheer will. Stack on some bistro grub, crossword puzzles, and major DIY-cred and you’ve got yourself a party.

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Cindy & Kris’ vintage multicultural multicolored beach wedding

What’s red, gold, green, teal and covered in peacock feathers and henna? This awesome Nepali-multicultural extravaganza! Just try not loving the brooch bouquet, I dare you.

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Lori and Desi’s seaside paradise wedding

A teary sunset ceremony on a boat, a romantic rooftop reception, and a lot of DIY touches brought out the fun for this Florida couple. Who says your wedding can’t be enchanting AND entertaining?