Would you get married at a plantation? Or a castle? Or a prison? Or a cemetery?
We featured a Filipino/Persian wedding that was held on a lovely garden estate — that used to be a plantation. A commenter chimed in: “…not really sure if a Southern Plantation with slavery history is the ideal place for a wedding. I couldn’t focus on the beauty of it knowing that it held such memories of immense suffering.” This comment brings up so many interesting questions…
Unique Chicago wedding venues coveted by Offbeat Bride readers
We decided to start rounding up a vendor list sourced directly from our readers for a series of reader recommended vendor list posts. We’re starting with venues in and around Chicago! Let’s take a look at who our readers have recommended, where they are located, and how you can contact them to get your Chicago venue search started.
7 steps to pulling off “The Easy Wedding”
My husband and I got married at a cozy Irish pub in downtown Louisville. The only time I was even stressed out and nervous was the hour or so before the rehearsal on Friday. After that, it was smooth sailing all the way through. Here’s why…
How do you transition from ceremony to reception when they’re in the same space?
I’m getting married at an art gallery. The ceremony and reception are going to be in the same space. In fact, I’m going to have the guests sit at their tables and we will be married on the dance floor. Any ideas on how to break it up and make the beginning of the reception more official?