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california

From San Diego weddings to Los Angeles weddings to San Francisco weddings, California is one of our largest and most epic states for offbeat weddings.

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Megan & Jason’s geek chic love fest in the woods

This couple gets their geek on with a wink and a nod. From the chic 8-bit references to the sweet storybook readings, this geeky wedding has lots to ogle, but you’ll double-take when you see what one of the groomsmen wore to the reception. He didn’t put a bird on it, so much as he put it on a bird….

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Anne & Stew’s happy hippie hoedown cross-country wedding

This pair had a sweet, tiny redwood forest elopement, but it didn’t end there. They then went on an cross-country party marathon with all of their family and friends in New Jersey, NYC, Texas, and California! Think Austin hokey-tonk bar, Jewish deli catering, a Deadhead-inspired barn dance, and a special guest: Mel the CAMEL. You have to see it to believe it.

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An art gallery wedding with style to spare

Whitney and Rhasan’s wedding at Swarm Gallery in Oakland, California definitely have awesome style (just check out Rhasan’s pants and Whitney’s awesome ink!), and looks both creative and delicious.

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Alyssa & Joel’s private Napa vineyard elopement

This week we’re celebrating intimate weddings with destination elopements, cozy city hall vows, and private romantic ceremonies. It’s the warm fuzzies on a smaller scale. This one is full of gorgeous photos of vineyard foliage and sunlight, not to mention the bride’s lovely blue dress. Grab a glass of vino and find out why the reverend gave the groom a slap!