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mixed-gender wedding party

We love mixed-gender and gender-neutral wedding parties. Who says a bride needs maids? Who says grooms need men? MIX IT UP!

mismatched bridesmaid dresses and suit Photo by Kelsey Schwenk Courtesy of The Maple Estates alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

18 unique mismatched bridesmaid dresses and suit combinations

For a mismatched look that feels effortlessly coordinated, you’ll need to give your wedding party a little bit of direction. Here’s how to achieve the mismatched bridesmaid dresses and suits look for a colorful and coordinated wedding party! Perfect for mixed gender wedding parties and uneven wedding parties.

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Books, love, and a lot of DIY at this queer wedding

I knew from the beginning that it was important to me, as a bisexual woman and someone with scoliosis, that I felt beautiful and myself on my wedding day. I dressed like the queer elf queen of my dreams.

At our reception, we had thrifted board games available for people who didn’t want to dance, and some of our friends played Trivial Pursuit all night!

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Celestial meets Star Wars at this comic book wedding

This couple combined their love for all things celestial and Star Wars into a comic book wedding. From the comic book boutonnieres to the hidden Batman in the cake, this comic book wedding is bursting with personality and fun.

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17 gender-neutral wedding party gifts they’ll actually want to use

Looking for gender-neutral wedding party gifts? Here are a few wedding party gift ideas that are useful and fun, geeky and a bit galactic.

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11 unexpected wedding party gifts for your offbeat wedding party

Whether your wedding party is divided by gender, mixed with bridesmen and groomsgirls, or just a big crew of your geekiest, most amazing friends, you’re probably wanting to show your appreciation with a gift. We’ve covered gender neutral gifts before so I wanted to find some updated, fun-as-hell gifts for all your people.

Let’s shop for rainbow suspenders, “squad goals” tees, high-fiving necklaces, and even Harry Potter gifts…

wedding getting ready outfits

Funny and sweet wedding getting-ready accessories to make your wedding morning a blast

Yeah, we know the getting ready part of the wedding day isn’t the main event, but it’s arguably one of the best parts. You’re excited, you’re with your besties, and you’re pampering and primping. It’s a good time to share a gift with the people you love and look adorable doing it. Hell, there’s likely a photographer capturing it!

We’ve got funny tote bags, getting-ready robes, wine bottle labels, slippers, makeup bags, and even some stuff perfect for your bridesmen. Here are some kick-ass getting-ready accessories and gifts…