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wedding party

alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Wedding party gifts for the teary-eyed: embroidered hankies!

When we showed you Aubrey and Nate’s wedding, I’ll admit, I was more blown away by Aubrey’s jaw-dropping crop-top wedding dress than anything else. But I didn’t want you to miss out on one other awesome detail hidden in those photos: Nate’s wedding party gifts for his groomsmen were embroidered hankies.

How to write a kick-ass wedding speech

How to write a wedding speech that KICKS BUTT

What if you’ve been asked to make a wedding speech and you have stage fright, or are getting writer’s block, or are having nightmares about the experience — you know, the one where you’re standing naked in front of the crowd — and kind of want to back out? Well, grab a drink, calm down, and read this advice…

offbeat bridesmaid traditional bride alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

How to be an offbeat bridesmaid for a traditional bride

I know this is a space for Offbeat Brides, and not so long ago I was an one, but is there any advice to be had for those of us who are offbeat bridesmaids for more traditional brides? When my most recent engaged friend asked me to be a part of her day as a bridesmaid I was thrilled! But now… some things are making my uncomfortable. How do I explain to my bride that I want to be a part of her day, but don’t want to compromise myself in the process?

ribbon tying ceremony alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Have your wedding party tie ribbons to show support for your commitment

Sarah and Mark’s merry band of un-bridal party members showed support for the pair’s union by tying ribbons around an arbor that was made by the bride’s dad. Each ribbon represents a good wish for the newlyweds.