Avoiding engagement ring envy, or: How I learned to love the symbolism
Engagement ring envy — the stuff of legend and myth? Or a nasty side effect of being engaged and the wedding industrial complex? Since the holidays are a popular time to propose, we thought we’d share Offbeat Bride reader Sarah’s thoughts as she delves into her inner psyche and explores the deep annals of her engagement ring envy demons.
Our gay discount: how same-sex couples occasionally come out on top
Yes, almost everything having to do with gay marriage can run the gamut of SUPER complicated to not even legal. It’s hard to get a break. But find out how sometimes being a queer bride can help you a super deal!
5 engagement ring style tips from Brilliant Earth featuring their ethical origin jewelry
Remember when we featured a wedding band style guide from long-time offbeat sponsor Brilliant Earth? They’re back with an engagement ring style guide featuring ethical origin jewelry and conflict-free diamond options. But beyond that, this guide also features ultra cool designs to fit your funky style. If you’re in the market for an engagement ring, you might want to pay attention to these five tips…
Where to start with wedding planning when you never dreamed about being a bride
I honestly had never really thought about what a wedding would like like for me. I thought I’d jot down a few pointers for those of you who, like me, don’t have any clue about this type of thing, but know that a meringue is not your cup of tea…