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Real Weddings: Global

Although we’re based in the United States, we feature weddings from around the world — especially the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Submit your wedding for consideration via offbeatwed.com/submissions.

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You can get married at Stonehenge?! You totally can, and they did

This Star Wars-loving pair had a Stonehenge wedding(!!) that was amazing plus a huge, costumed reception back at home to celebrate their geeky and lovely wedding. You’ll totally want to see the bride’s black dress, her flower crown, the Star Wars meets Stonehenge cake, and of course, all of the awesomely geeky Star Wars details. There was even a Darth Vader cameo!

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Spot all the famous book couples at this literature-themed Welsh wedding

From Molly and Arthur Weasley to Lizzy and Darcy, these two gorgeous ladies paid homage to their favorite couples from books at their literature-themed Welsh wedding. From ceilidh dancing to curry to some pitch-perfect readings, there is so much to love about this wedding. Just wait until you see their fantastic book-themed cake, too!

A superhero and pop culture-infused wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

BIFF! BAM! POW! A superhero and pop culture-infused scout camp wedding

This pair’s love of movies, superheroes, video games, and pop culture influenced all their decisions in this superhero scout camp wedding. Don’t even think about missing their sweet walk down the aisle, the bride’s gorgeously retro blue dress that she made the NIGHT BEFORE the wedding, the wild groomsmen photos, and alllll of the superhero touches.

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We fell hard for this festival-style bohemian wedding in Australia

Hula hoops, a bouncy castle, coffee martinis out of a Combi, and one of our very favorite flower print handmade dresses — this wedding made us fall SO hard. The colorful wedding party, dried flower aisle, performances by friends, and total music festival vibe makes this bohemian wedding magical. Don’t miss the ye olde bounce house commandments, too!

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You’ll freak over this rainbow wedding dress

My rainbow dress was DIY: I bought a cheap Mori Lee dress & a strip of rainbow organza off eBay, then I cut bits I didn’t like off — and sewed then the rainbow under the lace.

Scottish elopement as seen on @offbeatbride #weddings #scotland #bohemian

Let this winter elopement in Scotland sweep you off your feet

These two wanted an intimate and gorgeous elopement in Scotland, and they got it. Private five-course meals, cakes with sparklers, a fabulous ceremony setting, and even some haggis. Can you imagine a more romantic way to share your intimate vows? Don’t miss the bride’s fabulous floral gown, the scenic sights at the hotel, and the hailstorm that followed.