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LGBTQ

At Offbeat Wed, we celebrate all queer identities and have subcategories for lesbian weddings, transgender weddings, gay weddings, and bisexuality & pansexuality, as well as genderqueer and non-binary gender identity issues.

lead alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

A surprise proposal engagement in Philadelphia

Jill proposed to her partner Duby (in that hat!) a few months prior to their engagement session. But here’s the twist: Duby decided to propose back to Jill during their shoot when they arrived at the Race Street Pier in Philly for some more photos. Jill didn’t expect to get a ring until the wedding day, so this was a total surprise to her, as you can see! It was quite a surprise proposal.

A heavy metal boat cruise wedding

A metalhead boat cruise wedding with headbanging and battle-axes

My wife and I originally met through our university's Metal Club, so it was only natural that we have a metal-themed wedding to celebrate the style of music that brought us together. The venue was the bottom floor of a yacht that does lunch/dinner cruises, which we chose to both reflect our desire to have both a classy affair and a mark our viking voyage in life as wife and wife.

Heart eyes emoji for this lolita fashion wedding in San Francisco

Heart eyes emoji for this lolita fashion wedding in San Francisco

This lolita fashion wedding is pure and awesome aesthetic with a meaningful and gorgeous backdrop. It was held at the San Francisco courthouse followed by a lovely lunch. You’re going to flip when you see the fashion, the shoes, the makeup, and the pure love behind every glance.

dff alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

A ’90s dance party wedding full of positive vibes

A dance party wedding to 1990s music, a sleek white suit, a gorgeous white dress, and wild moves (including a New Edition-style performance)… are you in yet? These ladies are killing it with the fun factor at their wedding.

Oh, and just wait until you see what TV theme song they chose for their recessional!

Why my spouse's $20 wedding gift made me cry

Why my spouse’s $20 wedding gift made me cry

The morning of our wedding, my fiance and I exchanged our wedding gifts. I gave my spouse-to-be an Apple watch; I received a $20 t-shirt. My eyes got watery when I saw the shirt, and I couldn’t help but cry. Fortunately, they were happy tears. For me, this t-shirt meant so much more than a fun shirt to wear on our honeymoon. It represented our shared struggles with gender identity… and that I was marrying the right partner for me.

Les bons temps rouler at this New Orleans wedding with food trucks and a sweet first look

Les bons temps rouler at this New Orleans wedding with food trucks and a sweet first look

Tia and Steph had a New Orleans wedding in true style with natural scenery, a fab food truck, good soul music, and a laid-back vibe that lasted all day. It all started with a first look and walk along the river with their wedding party at Crescent City Park. Then it was on to their super personalized ceremony.