Expect less blog posts than usual for the coming week — things are a little crazy at the Offbeat HQ what with my birthday tomorrow, and a trip to Montana to meet my nephew and attend my brother-in-law’s backyard wedding. As always, the OBT is here to keep you company while I’m gone.
Danni founded Uber Angel (based in the UK) because, as she explains on her about page, while there are a few non-traditional stationers out there, most of them are focused on “black & purple with celtic or mythical elements.” And while sure, that works great for a pagan wedding, it might not work for those of you who want tattoo-themed invites for your rock ‘n’ roll nuptials. In addition to her standard offerings, Danni also does custom commissions. Offbeat promo: Buy Uber Angel invites and receive a 20% discount on extra stationery, table plans, place cards etc. Oh hai. I can haz hottie groomsmen breakdancing at reception, plz? I wish we could have seen the bride break out HER moves, since the bride and groom are both professional dancers. Check out Steelo & Penelope’s wedding shots from Scott Robert Photography over here. I especially love this shot of the groom and his b-boy groomsmen: ![]()
…The bride had a sword! …The groom wooed her with a bowl of brownies he baked that morning! …They did all their flowers themselves! …The bride’s entrance was one of the most dramatically beautiful I’ve ever seen. …The location (Adelphi Mill) was insanely gorgeous! Basically, you should just go read the groom’s incredibly sweet post about the wedding. I’m going to go lose myself in the photos again, myself…
If you’re planning a Renaissance, Celtic or pagantastic wedding, check out Camais Designs beautiful bridal circlets, crowns, and headpieces.
Remember Angela’s red wedding dress? Custom made. What about Bree’s stunning pin-up style dress? Custom made. Honestly, I don’t know why anyone even bothers with the demoralizing hell of bridal shops. Regardless of your size or shape, you’ll get the best fitting dress if you have it made for you. That said, if you’re looking for additional resources, I definitely recommend the Plus Size Bridez group on the Offbeat Bride Tribe. But my best advice is to start looking for a good local dressmaker. Caroline Winata of Tinywater Photography has something magic in her super lush, super saturated, super gorgeous wedding and engagement photos: Keep reading for more Tinywater photos, including the most gorgeous urban elopement ever, a four-legged flower girl, and a trash the dress special offer… Read the rest of this entry »
Baby vamp rings from Bittersweets NY (Thanks for the tip, Erin!)
The photographer formerly known as A Softer Image from Washington DC is now Lara Swanson Photography — with a new portfolio and blog!
Cat 5 ethernet rings are $175 and fit together perfectly for nerding, happily ever after. If you’re in Philly and looking for a wedding photographer, you definitely DEFINITELY need to check out Allebach Photography. ![]() Seriously, you gotta see these shots…
Her offbeat groom: Kurt, Computer Engineer Location & date of wedding: Ottawa, ON (Canada), married at the Army Officer’s Mess. June 23rd, 2007 What made our wedding offbeat: Our wedding seemed fairly traditional on the surface — it was held at a popular local venue for formal events, the bride wore an off-white wedding gown and the groom wore black tails. The offbeat part of the wedding was in the little details. Both my husband and I changed our last names. I had a maid of honour, two bridesmaids, and a bridesman in my party. Our cake topper was a Lego couple that I put together myself from diverse pieces I’d ordered online. Read the rest of this entry » I’m looking for wedding party gifts that don’t suck. All I see for the girls are the same old monogrammed purses and mirrored compacts and for the guys all I see is pocket watches, flasks, and pens. How much use can you possibly get out of this stuff, besides a pen, but why spend $20–$100 on a freaking pen! What would you suggest for gifts for the wedding party? –Katie
We’ve all been on the receiving end of some intriguing gifts — my favorite was an engraved monogrammed sterling-silver toothpick case. Yes, with toothpicks in it. What — are you trying to tell me I have something in my teeth? We’re friends, girl, you can just *tell* me. Read the rest of this entry » |
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