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Toni & Mark’s Civil War costumed picnic wedding

With a love for Civil War reenactment, it was no surprise that this couple and their friends were totally down for a period costume picnic. Add in tons of help from those friends and family with a potluck pulled pork feast, and you’ve got a community-supported party in the making. You’ll also want to hear the story of the groom saving the bride from a rogue box fan.

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Alyssa & Joel’s private Napa vineyard elopement

This week we’re celebrating intimate weddings with destination elopements, cozy city hall vows, and private romantic ceremonies. It’s the warm fuzzies on a smaller scale. This one is full of gorgeous photos of vineyard foliage and sunlight, not to mention the bride’s lovely blue dress. Grab a glass of vino and find out why the reverend gave the groom a slap!

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Beth & Matt’s interfaith garden wedding in the trees

Offbeat Brides have been submitting lots of gorgeous woodsy weddings, so we’ve compiled a few of our favorites in a forest theme week including this offbeat lite wedding in the round with a serenading groom and a surprise couple kidnapping!

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Gina & Alan’s handmade toadstool fantasy wedding

This couple has some seriously talented connections. Between the amazing mushroom cake, the handmade dresses, the fabric flowers, and the soft toy decor, there wasn’t much need for outside help. Plus, the scenery… ohmahgah the scenery!