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The offbeat bride: Martha, production manager and freelance fashion designer (and Tribe member).

Her offbeat partner: Jonathan, BI administrator

Date and location of wedding: Hazer Habeer Wedding Garden in North Israel — May 13, 2011

Our offbeat wedding at a glance: We both are very liberal and open minded, and not into any religion at all. So a month before that we took a week-long trip to Prague and had a Prague civil marriage ceremony to avoid some of the Israeli restrictions. It was a small ceremony, only for us and couple of our friends who served as our witnesses. After that, we had our ceremony in Israel for our family and friends.

The first time I was introduced to Los Angeles-based photographer Susan Sabo was through falling in love with her photos from this '50s housewife-themed bridal shower. I already knew that she was uber talented, but what i didn't know is that Susan is a very special offbeat wedding photographer as she provide's photography specifically for small weddings.

So, we've talked about How to tell your guests they don't get a +1. We've gone over 10 blunt-but-loving ways to tell people they're not invited to your wedding. But what happens when a non-guest takes it a step further, and actually RSVPs to your wedding? You know, the wedding you never invited them to?

The bride loves owls, purple, and polka dots, while the groom likes plaid. Clashing? Hell no! Put it all together in a retro bowling alley and the deal is sealed. Some science-inspired vows and a Thriller interlude capped off the ceremony. Check out this retro-inspired wedding in California.

You'd think that eloping would make things less stressful. But when airlines cancel two flights due to a giant snowstorm, getting to Prague isn't exactly the easier option. But this couple persevered, didn't kill each other, and met their family at their favorite destination, Czech Republic, for the elopement of their dreams.

These nature-loving Pagans were handfasted years ago, but they knew it was time to get it recognized. With archery influences and an amazing knitted bouquet, buttonholes, and even the cake topper, this wedding is a sight to see. Side note: hiring a photographer might have been the best move they made based on these gorgeous park shots.

When an intimate forest ceremony becomes a Renaissance-inspired dance party reception, it's been a good day. The bride handmade books as favors, had tiny terrariums as centerpieces, and they served pumpkin pie, too. So far so good. But the addition of a cardboard deer head is the icing on the cake.

What do you need to get married? This couple says just Vegas, some friends, a little black dress, and a boot full o' booze! And I'm inclined to agree. In fact, I'm a bit envious of a whole night carousing in a pink Caddy, grabbing strangers for photos, and hitchin' rides in limos. Sign me up!