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Whether you self-identify as a plus size bride, fat bride, curvy bride, or bootylicious bride, this archive is full of inspiration, fashion tips, and body-positive wedding and fashion advice, plus real pictures from real wedding from really gorgeous brides of all sizes and shapes.

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Kris & Alex’s crafty sophistigeek wedding

A little bit of vintage style, a whiskey box ceremony, a Princess Bride homage, and a lot of DIY make for an eclectic and heartfelt outdoor celebration. Plus they had an after party at a favorite bar for major dancing and carrying on. The matching <3 tattoos just seal the awesomeness.

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Phantom meets Halloween in this DIY masquerade wedding in Florida

When your groom is an artist capable of sculpting amazing gothic statues, you have to include them in your wedding decor. He also made their centerpieces and the amazing trees that fill their reception space. Kari does, and she and Rick DIYed this opulent, elegant, period-inspired masquerade Halloween wedding that we can all gawk at. Do gawk away, lovers.

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Anna & Jeremias’ Old Hollywood Swedish wedding

Old Hollywood meets Stockholm in this short and sweet ceremony and big party. 11 years of dating, a lot of DIY, some Mario Kart anecdotes, a subway ride to the reception, and a few anxiety hurdles made this day really eclectic but pretty fantastic.

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Crystal & Mika’s rooftop dance-fest DIY wedding

DIY cocktail-style food, drinks, and reception made this colorful rooftop celebration personalized and kick-ass. All of their crew got busy making dresses, jewelry, and mix CDs, too. And they busted out three signature cocktails worth gawking at. Check out these lovely ladies getting hitched under the sun.