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over 40

Here’s where we show some love to our folks over 40! These mature couples will show you how love looks fine at any age. Looking for senior weddings? You’ll find them here too, along with a good selection of mama brides, second marriages, and blended families.

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Diana & Shannon’s steampunk zoo sci-fi wedding

This sci-fi and steampunk-loving wedding is so full of DIY projects and amazing sights, you’ll be pretty damn dazzled. Add in the amazing Beatles cover band, their “steampunk bling table,” and of course, the San Diego Zoo setting, and you’re in for animals, costumes, and a good ol’ time.

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Rebecca & Isaac’s kid-friendly forest handfasting

Kilts, ring security, games for the kiddos, and a lot of high-fiving — this wedding is more fun than a barrel of monkeys. Plus, their hand-written ceremony is tissue-worthy. And just wait until you see the original painting that was created as the ceremony happened!

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Heather & James’ kilted Medieval fantasy “secret wedding”

Kilts, handmade gowns, and a William Wallace sword — it’s the Braveheart-themed wedding of your fantasy-filled dreams! Two days, a nighttime “secret ceremony,” and The Texas Ren Fest makes for a an awesome time. And since these two are Army vets, it made perfect sense to have the wedding on Veteran’s Day.

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Kris & Justin’s outdoorsy handmade Bavarian-style wedding

A second marriage = a second chance to craft a wedding that’s totally you, right? Well this pair combined an outdoorsy winter theme with Bavarian food and style for a magical, wintry, totally cozy wedding. Do not miss the horse-drawn carriage, the red hearts theme (including on the bride’s ring finger!), and the nom-worthy food list!

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Kristin & Tavia’s island ‘ohana celebration with ono grinds

Let’s see: a clifftop ceremony in Hawaii, shaved ice, ono grinds (great food), and a blended ‘ohana (family) — get ready for some serious sweetness. And just wait until you hear about their favorite moment in the car ride over! It definitely ups the happy Hawaiian family ante.

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Mari-Anne & Larry’s big fat pagan handfasting

An enchanted forest theme, costumes, homemade mead, and a handfasting… we’re in the mood for some fantastical forest-y love! Add in a giant inflatable D20, some DIY, and a few choice vow alterations, and you’ve got all kinds of fun twists. Plus, you’ll love who walked the bride down the aisle!