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groomsgirl

Mixed gender wedding parties are the best — we love bridesboys, and this archive is our celebration of GROOMSGIRLS! What if your sister is the your “best man”? What if your BFF from college is your groomsgirl? We’ve got lots of ideas and advice here…

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Ryan & Kesslan’s rockin’ rainbow weekend dance-fest

Color color everywhere and we get to take it all in! This adorable pair celebrated their love of bright colors, bandannas, and dancing at a chill retreat in Washington. With a cake decorating contest, a choreographed dance down the aisle, and super sweet speeches, it looks like a bright and colorful future is in store. Plus, you’ll love how they officiated the ceremony themselves!

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Brianne & Michael’s Time Travel costume wedding with a TARDIS

The Day of the Doctor is coming in honor of Doctor Who’s 50th anniversary. What better way to relish in one of our fave fandoms than to have a Doctor Who theme week? Today we’ve got an all-era time travel costume wedding! Think amazing decor (including light-up centerpieces!), a chihuahua in a dress, and a mysterious Time Lord officiant coming out of the smoke! This theatrical pair KNOWS how to throw a multi-talented party.

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Marriage equality is for wedding parties too: 5 tips for bridesmen

Marriage equality has arrived and it’s not just for “the gays.” Wedding customs are evolving for all. Wedding parties are progressing, as well, and the tradition of “boys on one side of the aisle, girls on the other” is being adapted so that each spouse-to-be gets to stand with their tightest pals — regardless of gender. But not everybody is ready for this party. Some guests see a bridesman or groomsgal and don’t know what to do. Here are a few simple tips for managing OPA (“Other People’s Anxiety”) and performing at your very best.

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Alison & Dodge’s skulls and zombies retro wedding

When the “something blue” in a wedding is a big blue streak in the bride’s hair, you know you’re in for some fun. Don’t miss the custom Batman Converse, the retro fabulous bridesmaids dresses, and the zombie references. Oh, and wait until you see the cake they won in a contest! Free cake is good… free AMAZING cake is awesome.