Category Archive

second marriage

For some of us, our first weddings were traditional, and so when we’re getting married for a second time, we want to go nontraditional. This archive is full of inspiration and ideas for second weddings… readings, real weddings, and more. Also, be sure you check out our blended family archive.

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A Dia de los Muertos wedding for the whole family

Both Kristin and Jon had been married before, so Kristin’s son walked her down the aisle. Awwwwwww!

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Abigail & Kevin’s candlelit gothic wedding in the woods

Give us some sumptuous dark decor, a lush forest ceremony bathed in candlelight, and a super gorgeous gothic couple who totally know how to put an ensemble together. Add in a few D&D and wizard touches, and we’re all on this geeky-gothic train. Plus, we love any family who is down for anything as long as there’s cake.

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Lisa & Mike’s literature-inspired family-focused wedding redo

This pair shares a big love of books, and of each other. Along with their three kids, they celebrated their SECOND marriage to each other surrounded by typewriters, book decor, and sculpted dinos straight from A Lovely Love Story. And we’re pretty sure that title is perfect for this wedding.

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Nevada & Trevor’s Alice in Wonderland glamorous garden wedding

This Alice in Wonderland-inspired wedding is full of rich red, black, and white details in a gorgeous garden setting. We’re talking silver teapots, flowers planted in barrels, flowers in glass lights, and basically every rose-covered dream we’ve ever had. And don’t miss everyone dancing into the reception!