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Zombies, Vikings, and a hawk: Shelley & Eric know funny weddings

with two comedy writers getting hitched, there’s bound to be hilarity in store. Get ready for a zombie processional (including the bride taking them down with an AX BOUQUET), a getaway GamerBUS full of consoles, a Viking sword exchange, a hawk ring bearer, and Chipotle catering. Plus, prepare for an amazing idea to collect money for your honeymoon or charity at the reception!

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Sarah & Dale’s sweet ceremony meets dark, dramatic reception wedding

We love when traditional elements meet personal style. In this case, we’ve got dark, rich details, dramatic decor, quirky socks, a little pirate-ness, and even a cowboy hat. Don’t miss the cake shenanigans and the ultra sweet story of a grandfather remembering his own 50 year marriage.

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Laura & Steve’s small brunch wedding with cupcakes and flair

A tiny brunch wedding with TONS of style — get ready for sweet moments with the bride’s brother as officiant, a gorgeous location in Virginia, and some lovely couple shots that were taken after everything was done! Plus, who doesn’t love a brunch wedding complete with Bloody Marys and Mimosas?

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Lacey & Jason’s feminist Jewish mountain feast and dance party

If you’re in the mood to be dazzled by smiles and tender moments, this wedding is the balm for your soul. The whole ceremony is a montage of moments that could be scripted, but we totally guess that they weren’t! These two are just that adorable. Come see the choreographed dance, wedding party entourage, and amazing scenery.

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Wendy & Tom’s joyful community-made Heathen mini-festival

This week we’re celebrating woodsy, outdoor weddings before it gets too cold. Today we’ve got a Heathen wedding full of meaning, community-driven support, and an amazing campground venue. Don’t miss the bride’s flower crown and purple hair combo, the druidic ceremony, and the extra sage words from the bride that will totally put your planning into perspective.

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Jennifer & Steve’s muddy race to matrimony

Not everyone dreams of slogging for seven miles of muddy obstacle terrain in a big dress on their wedding day, but this bride knew it would be a bad-ass memory. She and her groom trekked the Super Spartan Race for 7.1 miles in their heavy, hot finery, to end on a romantic ceremony covered head-to-toe in mud. Ah, dirty dirty love.