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Catherine Clark loiters at her local library, makes art, watches movies en masse, plays video and tabletop games, poorly cooks healthy things, cuddles with her feline fur babies, and blogs at BijouxandBits.com.
From Brooklyn to Iceland, this globetrotting wedding photographer electrifies your wedding

From Brooklyn to Iceland, this globetrotting wedding photographer electrifies your wedding

When I was introduced to our super talented photography partner, Steph of Zakas Photography, I spent WAY too much time digging into all of the weddings in her portfolio. They were all swoon-worthy and majestic and romantic, but they were also super duper adventurous and interesting…

Untitled 3 alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Adventure & glory await at this Medieval Times wedding in California

Two years after their elopement, Emily and Travis decided to have a second celebration that really fit their personalities. So it was all about the fantasy at Medieval Times! They had a beautiful ceremony followed by eating chicken with their hands, cheering on the green knight (who won and gave his sash to the bride!), a Last Supper-esque recreation photo, and an arena full of Medieval fun times.

This Atlanta goth chic wedding had a headpiece to die for

This Atlanta goth chic wedding had a headpiece to die for

When I first saw this wedding come in, my eyes were darting around the screen like a bat in a cave. The black and white gown, the seriously chic goth Halloween vibe, the skelly decor, the red and black flowers, the Morticia Addams-channeling bridesmaids, the black pumpkin guest “book” — it was intense. Oh, and of course, THAT HEADPIECE.

Hearts are full after seeing the family candy jar ceremony at this Paris vow renewal

Hearts are full after seeing the family candy jar ceremony at this Paris vow renewal

This was the vow renewal dream come true for Mehek and Lokesh who, seven years earlier, had a very traditional Indian wedding. They said they felt like they were living their own Bollywood dream by renewing their vows in Paris. You’ll definitely want to see the bright pink details and a fabulously detailed bouquet. They toasted with rosé champagne and ate cake on the Champ de Mars after the ceremony.

At Last: a sweet wedding reading that honors a life lived before finding love

4 myths about being an older bride (aka where’s my Life Alert registry gift?!)

By the time I get married, 40 will be staring me in the face. This isn’t very old when it comes to first marriages, but it is older than the average in the U.S. I anticipated that it would be a little different getting married later in life (what with the Ensure cocktails and shuffle board reception), but it is taking some surprising turns. Here are some myths about being an older bride that I have discovered…

The Iron Throne and flowers for days at this romantic enchanted Texas wedding

The Iron Throne and flowers for days at this romantic enchanted wedding in Texas

Jennifer and Dylan carefully crafted a romantic enchanted wedding in Texas that will steal your hearts. Scroll to see the delicate and decadent tablescapes, glossy agate slices, and a head table dripping in the most beautiful blooms you could imagine. It was truly a fairytale-style soiree that made us swoon. Don’t miss the fab Game of Thrones cake, sparkly tennis shoes, and one of the best first look groom reactions we’ve ever seen.