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Teena & Eddie’s colorful renaissance handfasting in the round

A fabulous red renaissance dress, kilts all around, a squee-worthy mushroom cake, and a dragon ring bearer — it can only mean the cutest little wedding in the round you ever did see. And if you’re unsure of how to include your guests in the ceremony, you’ll want to see how this bride created her bouquet! Oh, and watch out for surprise flying birdseed.

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Carla & Matt’s intimate mountain cabin wedding

With only immediate family and close friends in tow, this pair capitalized on the most lovely time of the season with a cabin overlooking an amazing Autumn view. The fire pit and DIYed details made the rustic cabin the perfect aesthetic. Although they had to chase down the ring bearer to snag the rings, the cuteness of the moment was well worth it. His motto was: “Fire bad!”

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Alegria & Jack’s rainbow rooftop fiesta wedding

With papel picado, luchador masks, and mini flags in rainbow colors, you’re bound to be in for a fun time. Although this pair had to contend with distressing news during their planning, they managed to find the silver lining that made the day all the richer. Check out this colorful and sweet celebration with a first dance surprise.

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Kara & Joe’s Soviet propaganda super spy wedding

These two are self-titled “Soviet propaganda nerds!” Say what!? Oh yes, propaganda posters, top secret folders, hidden coded programs… this wedding is a spy lover’s dream. Get your decoder rings and check out the retro goodness with awesome fashion, very cool DIY, and even a few geeky touches.

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4 reasons why North Carolina’s Kate Peters Photography is perfect for Offbeat Brides

North Carolina-based Kate Peters Photography recently broke down the reasons that her business gets so much love from Offbeat Brides. Keep reading to see how limbs and the honor system figure into her business practices and learn how you can take advantage of one of TWO of her special offers for Offbeat Brides…

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Special deals with peacock & dino thrills from Washington’s Hilary Mercer Photography

Our sponsor Hilary Mercer Photography gets some of the coolest clients ever — funky peacock weddings, pink hair, and dinosaur engagement pics… Offbeat couples must be attracted to the happy combination of Hilary’s talent and personality. It could also be her web address, hilarymerceristhebomb.com, or her bio that starts with “You can call me Hildog” — like offbeat bride magnets!

You know what else is thebomb.com? The fact that she has two special deals for offbeat brides and the details from Austin and Sheila’s peacock wedding. Click through to see them…