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Torrid’s new plus-size wedding collection is hitting us hard

Let’s talk about these budget-friendly Torrid wedding dresses! We’re pretty psyched to see what they have on offer for US sizes 10-30.

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Chic & alternative wedding dresses that are SUPER affordable? Yes please!

Not everyone wants a big ballgown for their wedding. Perhaps you’re more into an A-line mini dress, a kicky pantsuit with a ruffled off-the-shoulder top, or a one-shoulder, high-low gem that just screams beach wedding or sweet backyard shindig. And maybe, just maybe, you don’t want to spend a king’s ransom on your dress. If this sounds like you, I’ve got an amazing, really budget-friendly, body positive dress designer for you to meet…

Circus Collection for your carnival themed wedding alternative wedding ideas from Offbeat Wed (formerly Offbeat Bride)

Unique Vintage’s Circus Collection is so extra, it’s perfect for your awesome carnival wedding

This Circus Collection is the perfect inspiration for your carnival wedding, bridal shower, or a fun bachelorette party.

Step right up and check out this colorful cabinet (wardrobe) of curiosities…

Pink formal dresses

Blush & bashful: 21 pastel pink wedding dresses that are your new signature color

When Shelby from Steel Magnolias declared “blush and bashful” to be her signature wedding colors, we knew we’d be forever feeling the pink kinship. Colored wedding dresses are absolutely something you can rock, especially when they’re pale, perfect, and pastel pink. Let’s see what pastel pink wedding dresses previous Offbeat Brides have worn AND a few we’re jonesing for in general.

An homage to Athens wedding & a Halloween-in-June dance party

An homage to Athens wedding & a Halloween-in-June dance party

This wedding was an homage to the couple’s hometown of Athens, GA, and featured Halloween costumes, lovely blended family traditions, and an amazing tribute to Prince and Purple Rain… literally! Plus, they had a seriously funny wedding hashtag that ties in to the champagne of beers. You’ll want to see it. Also, don’t miss why the bride totally thinks we should all forget to exchange rings at the ceremony!

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It’s all fun and games until an epic cueca starts (learn what it is!)

“The couple that plays together stays together” was the motto of Drea and Steve’s wedding. This was evident from start: the wedding invitation that was delivered in a cornhole bag! Drea is Chilean and took the first dance seriously. They performed a cueca, a traditional choreographed dance from Chile that mimics a couple’s courting with handkerchiefs.