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wedding songs

Non-cheesy first dance songs? CHECK! Alternative wedding reception songs? YES! Unique processions? We’ve got you! All this and more await you below, and be sure to check out these related archives: wedding music, wedding playlists, and processionals (when you enter the ceremony).

modern wedding reading taylor swift alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

10 modern wedding readings from pop songs

To celebrate the release of Taylor Swift’s latest album drop, Midnights, we’ve put together modern wedding readings from pop songs that are sure to tug on heartstrings at your wedding ceremony. Don’t worry, it’s not ALL Taylor…We threw in some Harry Styles too!

A costumed royal Renaissance affair with a sword in the stone cake(!)

Renaissance wedding playlist

Renaissance themed weddings naturally need a Renaissance wedding playlist, but some of the most beautiful wedding music comes from the 1500s to 1700s. From Pachelbel’s “Canon” to saucy madrigals, you can find some awesome music here.

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

16 unique recessional wedding songs for your offbeat wedding ceremony

Recessional songs bookmark your wedding ceremony as a match for your processional. Here’s a list of happy, triumphant, meaningful pieces of music from many different genres.

Epic battles and rainbow bubbles at this space wedding

19 wedding sing-along songs to get your guests belting their faves

Wedding sing-along songs are a happy custom. Choose the right song from our list and then check out our tips for making the song-along successful.

moments to rock your signature song (and a song suggestion!)

6 unexpected moments to rock your signature song (and a song suggestion!)

I know you’re planning out song selections for the big musical moments: your processional, your first dance, parent dances… but what about other moments during the day that might need some soundtrack magic? I’m talking about getting ready with your wedding party, your first look — moments that might need some depth.

PLUS: we’ve got an ultra special song tucked in our pockets that you should totally consider for one of these moments. More on that later… keep scrolling!

Not-too-mushy sibling wedding songs for brothers and sisters

Not-too-mushy sibling wedding songs for brothers and sisters

I went on a hunt for less trite sibling wedding songs and definitely ran into some. Although in some cases, those sappy songs are actually kind of perfect? For instance, I LOVE “When We Grow Up” even those it’s schmaltzy as hell. Here are some of our favorite sibling wedding songs for brothers and sisters…