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Melodie & Ryan’s backyard barbecue meets rustic romance wedding

You have to see this amazing rustic backyard wedding featuring the cutest of cuties in Arkansas. But when you read the groom’s vows, watch out for the tears, because they came for us with a vengeance. Oh, and they came AGAIN during the funniest moment! This is one gorgeous wedding.

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Marissa & Andrew’s pink-haired Vegas wedding with The Hoff

This bride proposed to her groom, so typical traditions are not their style. And if that’s the case, why not go all out on a pink-haired Vegas wedding with a Hasselhoff cut-out?! Add in the epic purple reception lighting, the sexy bathroom photos, and the awesome way these guests showed their love, and you’ve got one Vegas wedding to remember.

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Show me the money! Here’s my wedding budget breakdown

My wedding in total cost roughly £13,500 which I believe is the bottom end of average here in the UK, and was largely thanks to the very kind support of my parents. Here’s where the money went on my wedding, a few points to consider, and my big tips for budgeting for your wedding.

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Emmy & Ian’s public library dance party wedding

Little fox details, succulents, and cupcakes make this wedding sweet as sugar. But the groom’s ceremony tears and the wedding party’s amazing speeches gave it just the right amount of awesome. Don’t miss the gorgeous library venue in Madison, their favorite band, and the surprise fireworks display.

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Mel & Tevis’ crafty vegan space wedding

This couple had some twists that threw some family members for a loop, they’re secular, vegan, and genderqueer. But after embracing all of these characteristics, the pair felt like themselves which made them feel AWESOME. Don’t miss the D20 glass-clinking alternative, the memorial bouquet charms, puzzle guestbook, tons of DIY projects, and the best quote about hips you’ll read today… guaranteed.

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Alise & Adam’s intimate San Francisco surprise elopement

These cuties met on Tinder! After the bride’s experiences as a wedding hairstylist, the whole idea of a wedding wasn’t for her, so these two took off to San Francisco’s city hall to get married and surprise all their friends. With only four people in attendance (and one cheeky officiant!), they made it official. Don’t miss the purple hair, glittery gold dress, and amazing scenery.