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.

Nerdy Fandom Wedding Blue Jar Photo14 alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Geek out over this nerdy fandom wedding

How many fandoms can you count in this nerdy wedding theme? From Doctor Who to Star Trek, this couple knows how to get their nerd on (spoiler: barrels of homemade mead are involved).

Marta Ilardo Photography on Offbeat Bride 2 alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Wedding inspo with a short red wedding dress and the best couple hair ever

While this is a styled shoot (meaning it’s a fake wedding), Kendal and Dean are a real couple. The idea behind the shoot was to show the ultimate non-traditional wedding – a humanist celebrant, neons everywhere, the bide wearing a mini red dress+pink veil. You’ll love the overload of color, Vegas vibes, waffle food truck, and the style for days — from Kendal’s impeccable short red wedding dress and natural hair, to Dean’s vintage suit and blond curls.

Georgia Spoken word wedding Sonju Photography14 alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

A Georgia wedding with a spoken word performance

Candice and Steven had a gospel choir, live band, spoken word performance, and even a Soul Train Line at their tent wedding. Candice even got on stage in her sparkly jumpsuit and rocked out to Prince! Don’t miss this epic love party (plus Candice’s sparkly jumpsuit!).

Carousel Engagement Shoot Photos by BeauMonde Originals4 alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

This playful carousel engagement shoot will bring out your inner child

This couple had a playful engagement shoot that took place at all their favorite spots around Philadelphia, including a carousel, mini-golf, and a special appearance from a four-legged friend.