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Tanya & Ross’ elegant Victorian gothic wedding

Gorgeous gardens, dark gothic formality, and amazingly dressed guests is a recipe for one stunning wedding starring one stunning couple. With little historical Victorian touches, glammed-up skeleton motifs, and an awesomely fitting reception venue, you might just fall in love with the sheer gothic sophistication of it all.

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Abby & Ash’s ’50s-inspired rock ‘n’ roll wedding

Chuck Berry, a retro-inspired wedding party to die for, and an over-enthusiastic flower girl make this Aussie wedding a 1950s shindig with panache. The birdcage veil, sky-high red heels, awesome ink, and speakeasy style make it all the better.

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A medieval Pagan handfasting vow renewal

Seeing the love at a young couple’s wedding is one thing, but seeing the same big, soppy, lovey-dovey love after 20 years at a vow renewal just rocks. Kids, dogs, handmade medieval garb, and a wicked maypole brings it all together.

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Lara & Mark’s fiery medieval-inspired handfast wedding

A ceremony at dusk with lanterns, candles, and lights. A black gown, fire-red hair, and fabulously rich-looking decor. The groom in leather armour and the bridesmaids in capes. Have I got you yet? Check out this forest wedding for all of this and more.

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Vintage snack: a high-class Aussie wedding from 1917

It’s hard to beat this classy Australian couple from 1917. You’ll love her ankle-length dress and his dapper gloves. It’s also the only photo in existence from this wedding due to an unfortunate car fire. But at least we can enjoy this one.

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Stacey & Jarrod’s offbeat lite Aussie park wedding

Today’s Australian/New Zealand theme week wedding has a bride on a mission to find her perfect dress and perfect budget in South Australia. She wanted the dress from Moulin Rouge, and she got it!