August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More August 13, 2018 All the modern boho touches you love baked into this pink + red wedding shoot So many venues are embracing that super clean, white aesthetic that allows all of your colorful choices to totally stand out. That's definitely what's going on at this modern loft wedding inspiration. There are boho touches, the ever popular (with good reason!) macrame, touches of red and pink (both of their hair — amazing!), and floral details that made us all swoon. Don't miss the floral-covered hoop bouquet, the tiny desserts with a red theme, and the adorable sweetheart table with lucite table numbers! Read More More Recent Posts > Recent Wedding Porn August 13, 2018 All the modern boho touches you love baked into this pink + red wedding shoot So many venues are embracing that super clean, white aesthetic that allows all of your colorful choices to totally stand out. That's definitely what's going on at this modern loft wedding inspiration. There are boho touches, the ever popular (with good reason!) macrame, touches of red and pink (both of their hair — amazing!), and floral details that made us all swoon. Don't miss the floral-covered hoop bouquet, the tiny desserts with a red theme, and the adorable sweetheart table with lucite table numbers! Read More August 9, 2018 Fall colors, leaves, plaids, & woollies: all the fall wedding accessories you want It's August and you know what that means… back to school? Sure. Football. Yep. FALL WEDDINGS? Now you're talking. Give me all your pumpkins, your spooky themes, and your fall foliage. To get you started with those last-minute (or 2019) fall wedding accessories, here are some humble offerings. Explore all your favorite burnt oranges, olive greens, warm woollies, tartan bow ties, dried flowers, and fall colored flower crowns. Let's get cozy and dreaming about fall, y'all… Read More August 7, 2018 Be blown away by the stunning hot pink dress at this greenhouse elopement shoot Karen had a gorgeous hot pink silk slip dress she had found at a thrift store which led to the whole aesthetic of this greenhouse elopement inspiration. The setting was light and airy with a backdrop of beautiful flokati, faux sheepskin, and taper candles. Be inspired by the color palette, awesome fashion choices, and of course, THAT BOUQUET! Read More August 2, 2018 10 ways to freeze your wedding day in time forever (and in your home!) If you want to nab yourself something meaningful to remember your wedding date, quell those post-wedding blues, or need a gift for someone newly married (or celebrating an anniversary!), this is the roundup for you. I've spied a whole bunch of funny, sentimental, and truly stunning pieces of art to gift (or better, keep for yourself!). From celestial star maps to embroidery to custom illustrations, something here might just be your cup of tea. Bonus: you'll never forget your anniversary date when it's right there on the wall! Let's get to the gifting… Read More 1.0k July 23, 2018 Ladies of the Lake: Nimue marries Morgan Le Fay in this Arthurian wedding shoot We've definitely seen grooms with swords cutting cakes at weddings (note: do NOT put the sword back in the scabbard with cake on it. You'll thank yourself later). But we hadn't noticed quite as many women with swords (though we have seen a couple!). The team who crafted this inspiration shoot drew upon the myth of the Lady of the Lake from Arthurian legend, but with a twist: the Lady marries Morgan Le Fay! Read More More Wedding Porn > Recent Real Weddings August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? 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August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More August 13, 2018 All the modern boho touches you love baked into this pink + red wedding shoot So many venues are embracing that super clean, white aesthetic that allows all of your colorful choices to totally stand out. That's definitely what's going on at this modern loft wedding inspiration. There are boho touches, the ever popular (with good reason!) macrame, touches of red and pink (both of their hair — amazing!), and floral details that made us all swoon. Don't miss the floral-covered hoop bouquet, the tiny desserts with a red theme, and the adorable sweetheart table with lucite table numbers! Read More More Recent Posts > Recent Wedding Porn August 13, 2018 All the modern boho touches you love baked into this pink + red wedding shoot So many venues are embracing that super clean, white aesthetic that allows all of your colorful choices to totally stand out. That's definitely what's going on at this modern loft wedding inspiration. There are boho touches, the ever popular (with good reason!) macrame, touches of red and pink (both of their hair — amazing!), and floral details that made us all swoon. Don't miss the floral-covered hoop bouquet, the tiny desserts with a red theme, and the adorable sweetheart table with lucite table numbers! Read More August 9, 2018 Fall colors, leaves, plaids, & woollies: all the fall wedding accessories you want It's August and you know what that means… back to school? Sure. Football. Yep. FALL WEDDINGS? Now you're talking. Give me all your pumpkins, your spooky themes, and your fall foliage. To get you started with those last-minute (or 2019) fall wedding accessories, here are some humble offerings. Explore all your favorite burnt oranges, olive greens, warm woollies, tartan bow ties, dried flowers, and fall colored flower crowns. Let's get cozy and dreaming about fall, y'all… Read More August 7, 2018 Be blown away by the stunning hot pink dress at this greenhouse elopement shoot Karen had a gorgeous hot pink silk slip dress she had found at a thrift store which led to the whole aesthetic of this greenhouse elopement inspiration. The setting was light and airy with a backdrop of beautiful flokati, faux sheepskin, and taper candles. Be inspired by the color palette, awesome fashion choices, and of course, THAT BOUQUET! Read More August 2, 2018 10 ways to freeze your wedding day in time forever (and in your home!) If you want to nab yourself something meaningful to remember your wedding date, quell those post-wedding blues, or need a gift for someone newly married (or celebrating an anniversary!), this is the roundup for you. I've spied a whole bunch of funny, sentimental, and truly stunning pieces of art to gift (or better, keep for yourself!). From celestial star maps to embroidery to custom illustrations, something here might just be your cup of tea. Bonus: you'll never forget your anniversary date when it's right there on the wall! Let's get to the gifting… Read More 1.0k July 23, 2018 Ladies of the Lake: Nimue marries Morgan Le Fay in this Arthurian wedding shoot We've definitely seen grooms with swords cutting cakes at weddings (note: do NOT put the sword back in the scabbard with cake on it. You'll thank yourself later). But we hadn't noticed quite as many women with swords (though we have seen a couple!). The team who crafted this inspiration shoot drew upon the myth of the Lady of the Lake from Arthurian legend, but with a twist: the Lady marries Morgan Le Fay! Read More More Wedding Porn > Recent Real Weddings August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More August 13, 2018 All the modern boho touches you love baked into this pink + red wedding shoot So many venues are embracing that super clean, white aesthetic that allows all of your colorful choices to totally stand out. That's definitely what's going on at this modern loft wedding inspiration. There are boho touches, the ever popular (with good reason!) macrame, touches of red and pink (both of their hair — amazing!), and floral details that made us all swoon. Don't miss the floral-covered hoop bouquet, the tiny desserts with a red theme, and the adorable sweetheart table with lucite table numbers! Read More More Recent Posts > Recent Wedding Porn August 13, 2018 All the modern boho touches you love baked into this pink + red wedding shoot So many venues are embracing that super clean, white aesthetic that allows all of your colorful choices to totally stand out. That's definitely what's going on at this modern loft wedding inspiration. There are boho touches, the ever popular (with good reason!) macrame, touches of red and pink (both of their hair — amazing!), and floral details that made us all swoon. Don't miss the floral-covered hoop bouquet, the tiny desserts with a red theme, and the adorable sweetheart table with lucite table numbers! Read More August 9, 2018 Fall colors, leaves, plaids, & woollies: all the fall wedding accessories you want It's August and you know what that means… back to school? Sure. Football. Yep. FALL WEDDINGS? Now you're talking. Give me all your pumpkins, your spooky themes, and your fall foliage. To get you started with those last-minute (or 2019) fall wedding accessories, here are some humble offerings. Explore all your favorite burnt oranges, olive greens, warm woollies, tartan bow ties, dried flowers, and fall colored flower crowns. Let's get cozy and dreaming about fall, y'all… Read More August 7, 2018 Be blown away by the stunning hot pink dress at this greenhouse elopement shoot Karen had a gorgeous hot pink silk slip dress she had found at a thrift store which led to the whole aesthetic of this greenhouse elopement inspiration. The setting was light and airy with a backdrop of beautiful flokati, faux sheepskin, and taper candles. Be inspired by the color palette, awesome fashion choices, and of course, THAT BOUQUET! Read More August 2, 2018 10 ways to freeze your wedding day in time forever (and in your home!) If you want to nab yourself something meaningful to remember your wedding date, quell those post-wedding blues, or need a gift for someone newly married (or celebrating an anniversary!), this is the roundup for you. I've spied a whole bunch of funny, sentimental, and truly stunning pieces of art to gift (or better, keep for yourself!). From celestial star maps to embroidery to custom illustrations, something here might just be your cup of tea. Bonus: you'll never forget your anniversary date when it's right there on the wall! Let's get to the gifting… Read More 1.0k July 23, 2018 Ladies of the Lake: Nimue marries Morgan Le Fay in this Arthurian wedding shoot We've definitely seen grooms with swords cutting cakes at weddings (note: do NOT put the sword back in the scabbard with cake on it. You'll thank yourself later). But we hadn't noticed quite as many women with swords (though we have seen a couple!). The team who crafted this inspiration shoot drew upon the myth of the Lady of the Lake from Arthurian legend, but with a twist: the Lady marries Morgan Le Fay! Read More More Wedding Porn > Recent Real Weddings August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More August 13, 2018 All the modern boho touches you love baked into this pink + red wedding shoot So many venues are embracing that super clean, white aesthetic that allows all of your colorful choices to totally stand out. That's definitely what's going on at this modern loft wedding inspiration. There are boho touches, the ever popular (with good reason!) macrame, touches of red and pink (both of their hair — amazing!), and floral details that made us all swoon. Don't miss the floral-covered hoop bouquet, the tiny desserts with a red theme, and the adorable sweetheart table with lucite table numbers! Read More More Recent Posts > Recent Wedding Porn August 13, 2018 All the modern boho touches you love baked into this pink + red wedding shoot So many venues are embracing that super clean, white aesthetic that allows all of your colorful choices to totally stand out. That's definitely what's going on at this modern loft wedding inspiration. There are boho touches, the ever popular (with good reason!) macrame, touches of red and pink (both of their hair — amazing!), and floral details that made us all swoon. Don't miss the floral-covered hoop bouquet, the tiny desserts with a red theme, and the adorable sweetheart table with lucite table numbers! Read More August 9, 2018 Fall colors, leaves, plaids, & woollies: all the fall wedding accessories you want It's August and you know what that means… back to school? Sure. Football. Yep. FALL WEDDINGS? Now you're talking. Give me all your pumpkins, your spooky themes, and your fall foliage. To get you started with those last-minute (or 2019) fall wedding accessories, here are some humble offerings. Explore all your favorite burnt oranges, olive greens, warm woollies, tartan bow ties, dried flowers, and fall colored flower crowns. Let's get cozy and dreaming about fall, y'all… Read More August 7, 2018 Be blown away by the stunning hot pink dress at this greenhouse elopement shoot Karen had a gorgeous hot pink silk slip dress she had found at a thrift store which led to the whole aesthetic of this greenhouse elopement inspiration. The setting was light and airy with a backdrop of beautiful flokati, faux sheepskin, and taper candles. Be inspired by the color palette, awesome fashion choices, and of course, THAT BOUQUET! Read More August 2, 2018 10 ways to freeze your wedding day in time forever (and in your home!) If you want to nab yourself something meaningful to remember your wedding date, quell those post-wedding blues, or need a gift for someone newly married (or celebrating an anniversary!), this is the roundup for you. I've spied a whole bunch of funny, sentimental, and truly stunning pieces of art to gift (or better, keep for yourself!). From celestial star maps to embroidery to custom illustrations, something here might just be your cup of tea. Bonus: you'll never forget your anniversary date when it's right there on the wall! Let's get to the gifting… Read More 1.0k July 23, 2018 Ladies of the Lake: Nimue marries Morgan Le Fay in this Arthurian wedding shoot We've definitely seen grooms with swords cutting cakes at weddings (note: do NOT put the sword back in the scabbard with cake on it. You'll thank yourself later). But we hadn't noticed quite as many women with swords (though we have seen a couple!). The team who crafted this inspiration shoot drew upon the myth of the Lady of the Lake from Arthurian legend, but with a twist: the Lady marries Morgan Le Fay! Read More More Wedding Porn > Recent Real Weddings August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! 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August 13, 2018 All the modern boho touches you love baked into this pink + red wedding shoot So many venues are embracing that super clean, white aesthetic that allows all of your colorful choices to totally stand out. That's definitely what's going on at this modern loft wedding inspiration. There are boho touches, the ever popular (with good reason!) macrame, touches of red and pink (both of their hair — amazing!), and floral details that made us all swoon. Don't miss the floral-covered hoop bouquet, the tiny desserts with a red theme, and the adorable sweetheart table with lucite table numbers! Read More More Recent Posts > Recent Wedding Porn August 13, 2018 All the modern boho touches you love baked into this pink + red wedding shoot So many venues are embracing that super clean, white aesthetic that allows all of your colorful choices to totally stand out. That's definitely what's going on at this modern loft wedding inspiration. There are boho touches, the ever popular (with good reason!) macrame, touches of red and pink (both of their hair — amazing!), and floral details that made us all swoon. Don't miss the floral-covered hoop bouquet, the tiny desserts with a red theme, and the adorable sweetheart table with lucite table numbers! Read More August 9, 2018 Fall colors, leaves, plaids, & woollies: all the fall wedding accessories you want It's August and you know what that means… back to school? Sure. Football. Yep. FALL WEDDINGS? Now you're talking. Give me all your pumpkins, your spooky themes, and your fall foliage. To get you started with those last-minute (or 2019) fall wedding accessories, here are some humble offerings. Explore all your favorite burnt oranges, olive greens, warm woollies, tartan bow ties, dried flowers, and fall colored flower crowns. Let's get cozy and dreaming about fall, y'all… Read More August 7, 2018 Be blown away by the stunning hot pink dress at this greenhouse elopement shoot Karen had a gorgeous hot pink silk slip dress she had found at a thrift store which led to the whole aesthetic of this greenhouse elopement inspiration. The setting was light and airy with a backdrop of beautiful flokati, faux sheepskin, and taper candles. Be inspired by the color palette, awesome fashion choices, and of course, THAT BOUQUET! Read More August 2, 2018 10 ways to freeze your wedding day in time forever (and in your home!) If you want to nab yourself something meaningful to remember your wedding date, quell those post-wedding blues, or need a gift for someone newly married (or celebrating an anniversary!), this is the roundup for you. I've spied a whole bunch of funny, sentimental, and truly stunning pieces of art to gift (or better, keep for yourself!). From celestial star maps to embroidery to custom illustrations, something here might just be your cup of tea. Bonus: you'll never forget your anniversary date when it's right there on the wall! Let's get to the gifting… Read More 1.0k July 23, 2018 Ladies of the Lake: Nimue marries Morgan Le Fay in this Arthurian wedding shoot We've definitely seen grooms with swords cutting cakes at weddings (note: do NOT put the sword back in the scabbard with cake on it. You'll thank yourself later). But we hadn't noticed quite as many women with swords (though we have seen a couple!). The team who crafted this inspiration shoot drew upon the myth of the Lady of the Lake from Arthurian legend, but with a twist: the Lady marries Morgan Le Fay! Read More More Wedding Porn > Recent Real Weddings August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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August 13, 2018 All the modern boho touches you love baked into this pink + red wedding shoot So many venues are embracing that super clean, white aesthetic that allows all of your colorful choices to totally stand out. That's definitely what's going on at this modern loft wedding inspiration. There are boho touches, the ever popular (with good reason!) macrame, touches of red and pink (both of their hair — amazing!), and floral details that made us all swoon. Don't miss the floral-covered hoop bouquet, the tiny desserts with a red theme, and the adorable sweetheart table with lucite table numbers! Read More August 9, 2018 Fall colors, leaves, plaids, & woollies: all the fall wedding accessories you want It's August and you know what that means… back to school? Sure. Football. Yep. FALL WEDDINGS? Now you're talking. Give me all your pumpkins, your spooky themes, and your fall foliage. To get you started with those last-minute (or 2019) fall wedding accessories, here are some humble offerings. Explore all your favorite burnt oranges, olive greens, warm woollies, tartan bow ties, dried flowers, and fall colored flower crowns. Let's get cozy and dreaming about fall, y'all… Read More August 7, 2018 Be blown away by the stunning hot pink dress at this greenhouse elopement shoot Karen had a gorgeous hot pink silk slip dress she had found at a thrift store which led to the whole aesthetic of this greenhouse elopement inspiration. The setting was light and airy with a backdrop of beautiful flokati, faux sheepskin, and taper candles. Be inspired by the color palette, awesome fashion choices, and of course, THAT BOUQUET! Read More August 2, 2018 10 ways to freeze your wedding day in time forever (and in your home!) If you want to nab yourself something meaningful to remember your wedding date, quell those post-wedding blues, or need a gift for someone newly married (or celebrating an anniversary!), this is the roundup for you. I've spied a whole bunch of funny, sentimental, and truly stunning pieces of art to gift (or better, keep for yourself!). From celestial star maps to embroidery to custom illustrations, something here might just be your cup of tea. Bonus: you'll never forget your anniversary date when it's right there on the wall! Let's get to the gifting… Read More 1.0k July 23, 2018 Ladies of the Lake: Nimue marries Morgan Le Fay in this Arthurian wedding shoot We've definitely seen grooms with swords cutting cakes at weddings (note: do NOT put the sword back in the scabbard with cake on it. You'll thank yourself later). But we hadn't noticed quite as many women with swords (though we have seen a couple!). The team who crafted this inspiration shoot drew upon the myth of the Lady of the Lake from Arthurian legend, but with a twist: the Lady marries Morgan Le Fay! Read More More Wedding Porn > Recent Real Weddings August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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August 9, 2018 Fall colors, leaves, plaids, & woollies: all the fall wedding accessories you want It's August and you know what that means… back to school? Sure. Football. Yep. FALL WEDDINGS? Now you're talking. Give me all your pumpkins, your spooky themes, and your fall foliage. To get you started with those last-minute (or 2019) fall wedding accessories, here are some humble offerings. Explore all your favorite burnt oranges, olive greens, warm woollies, tartan bow ties, dried flowers, and fall colored flower crowns. Let's get cozy and dreaming about fall, y'all… Read More August 7, 2018 Be blown away by the stunning hot pink dress at this greenhouse elopement shoot Karen had a gorgeous hot pink silk slip dress she had found at a thrift store which led to the whole aesthetic of this greenhouse elopement inspiration. The setting was light and airy with a backdrop of beautiful flokati, faux sheepskin, and taper candles. Be inspired by the color palette, awesome fashion choices, and of course, THAT BOUQUET! Read More August 2, 2018 10 ways to freeze your wedding day in time forever (and in your home!) If you want to nab yourself something meaningful to remember your wedding date, quell those post-wedding blues, or need a gift for someone newly married (or celebrating an anniversary!), this is the roundup for you. I've spied a whole bunch of funny, sentimental, and truly stunning pieces of art to gift (or better, keep for yourself!). From celestial star maps to embroidery to custom illustrations, something here might just be your cup of tea. Bonus: you'll never forget your anniversary date when it's right there on the wall! Let's get to the gifting… Read More 1.0k July 23, 2018 Ladies of the Lake: Nimue marries Morgan Le Fay in this Arthurian wedding shoot We've definitely seen grooms with swords cutting cakes at weddings (note: do NOT put the sword back in the scabbard with cake on it. You'll thank yourself later). But we hadn't noticed quite as many women with swords (though we have seen a couple!). The team who crafted this inspiration shoot drew upon the myth of the Lady of the Lake from Arthurian legend, but with a twist: the Lady marries Morgan Le Fay! Read More More Wedding Porn > Recent Real Weddings August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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August 7, 2018 Be blown away by the stunning hot pink dress at this greenhouse elopement shoot Karen had a gorgeous hot pink silk slip dress she had found at a thrift store which led to the whole aesthetic of this greenhouse elopement inspiration. The setting was light and airy with a backdrop of beautiful flokati, faux sheepskin, and taper candles. Be inspired by the color palette, awesome fashion choices, and of course, THAT BOUQUET! Read More August 2, 2018 10 ways to freeze your wedding day in time forever (and in your home!) If you want to nab yourself something meaningful to remember your wedding date, quell those post-wedding blues, or need a gift for someone newly married (or celebrating an anniversary!), this is the roundup for you. I've spied a whole bunch of funny, sentimental, and truly stunning pieces of art to gift (or better, keep for yourself!). From celestial star maps to embroidery to custom illustrations, something here might just be your cup of tea. Bonus: you'll never forget your anniversary date when it's right there on the wall! Let's get to the gifting… Read More 1.0k July 23, 2018 Ladies of the Lake: Nimue marries Morgan Le Fay in this Arthurian wedding shoot We've definitely seen grooms with swords cutting cakes at weddings (note: do NOT put the sword back in the scabbard with cake on it. You'll thank yourself later). But we hadn't noticed quite as many women with swords (though we have seen a couple!). The team who crafted this inspiration shoot drew upon the myth of the Lady of the Lake from Arthurian legend, but with a twist: the Lady marries Morgan Le Fay! Read More More Wedding Porn > Recent Real Weddings August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. Contact us Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Monetized by SkimLinks
August 2, 2018 10 ways to freeze your wedding day in time forever (and in your home!) If you want to nab yourself something meaningful to remember your wedding date, quell those post-wedding blues, or need a gift for someone newly married (or celebrating an anniversary!), this is the roundup for you. I've spied a whole bunch of funny, sentimental, and truly stunning pieces of art to gift (or better, keep for yourself!). From celestial star maps to embroidery to custom illustrations, something here might just be your cup of tea. Bonus: you'll never forget your anniversary date when it's right there on the wall! Let's get to the gifting… Read More 1.0k July 23, 2018 Ladies of the Lake: Nimue marries Morgan Le Fay in this Arthurian wedding shoot We've definitely seen grooms with swords cutting cakes at weddings (note: do NOT put the sword back in the scabbard with cake on it. You'll thank yourself later). But we hadn't noticed quite as many women with swords (though we have seen a couple!). The team who crafted this inspiration shoot drew upon the myth of the Lady of the Lake from Arthurian legend, but with a twist: the Lady marries Morgan Le Fay! Read More More Wedding Porn > Recent Real Weddings August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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1.0k July 23, 2018 Ladies of the Lake: Nimue marries Morgan Le Fay in this Arthurian wedding shoot We've definitely seen grooms with swords cutting cakes at weddings (note: do NOT put the sword back in the scabbard with cake on it. You'll thank yourself later). But we hadn't noticed quite as many women with swords (though we have seen a couple!). The team who crafted this inspiration shoot drew upon the myth of the Lady of the Lake from Arthurian legend, but with a twist: the Lady marries Morgan Le Fay! Read More More Wedding Porn > Recent Real Weddings August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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August 16, 2018 A vintage autumn fairytale wedding (with a bit of parkour!) The main theme was surrounding the fairytale idea. We got married in a castle, so even though I'm not super into princesses or fairy tales, it all just fit together. I also wanted it to feel like a real fall wedding, since fall is my favorite season. It was a little tough since the only season you really notice in Texas is summer! We centered our color palette around autumn tones so that people would just walk in and know that this was a fall-themed wedding. Read More August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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August 15, 2018 The groom rocked the DIYed art details at this historic schoolhouse wedding Travis and Gerianna met through their mutual love of Disneyland which you know means that their aesthetic will be on point. They enjoy dancing, going to Dapper Day, and are artsy as hell. Plus, the clincher: Travis planned EVERYTHING! He's a graphic designer so he created their invitations, the newspaper with the day's details, stained the crates, painted mini recreations of works of art for each table, hand-lettered all the signs. It was a creative undertaking! Read More August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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August 14, 2018 Our hearts warmed upon seeing this homegrown backyard woodland wedding We wanted a forest-themed wedding because of our shared love of nature and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in which we live. We also wanted to focus on our friends, family, and community. We sought out vendors we knew, the caterer used produce from the farm where Adrienne volunteers. The favors (goat's milk soap) and the flowers both came from vendors at our farmer's market. Read More 1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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1.0k August 10, 2018 This stunning Snoqualmie Falls elopement was a long wait from two continents away Clare and Sirchauncey waited thirteen months to finally find themselves getting married in a gorgeous setting in Snoqualmie, WA. Their Snoqualmie Falls elopement happened only after months and months of planning with Clare living in Australia and Sirchauncey living in the States. They had waited for the Visa to make it official and finally it did. And it was breathtaking. It was worth the wait and now we get to see it… Read More 1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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1.1k August 9, 2018 Down the rabbit hole at this 1920s vintage-inspired Alice In Wonderland wedding Our theme followed the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. It was a whimsical vintage-inspired Alice tea party. We had it set at the Rose Court Garden at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim. The reception captured the quirkiness of the Mad Hatter's tea party. The party ended when some 1920s-themed tap dancers crashed the party and lead our guests into a Charleston dancing competition. Read More More Real Weddings > Recent Advice August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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August 1, 2018 The Red Wedding: What to do when Mother Nature comes uninvited to your wedding It’s the day before your wedding. There’s a sudden sinking feeling in your stomach, and it’s not just nerves. The Red Eagle has landed. Suddenly, everything physically hurts, you might possibly murder your intended, and you want to invade the nearest chocolate shop. Yep, it's your period coming uninvited to your wedding. Here's what to pack, how to plan for, and how to deal with your period at the wedding… Read More July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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July 25, 2018 Can my friend get ordained to officiant our same-sex wedding? "My girlfriend and I are getting married in November 2018. We want our friend to get ordained so that he may marry us. What are the steps for same-sex couples getting married?" There are two considerations for online ordination when having a friend officiate your same-sex wedding: that the online ordination website allows same-sex ceremonies and that online ordination is considered legal in your state/city/county. Let's look at both issues… Read More July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. Contact us Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Monetized by SkimLinks
July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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1.2k June 21, 2018 The challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK (from an officiant's perspective!) In the UK, it isn't easy to have a secular wedding. Religious weddings have a section focusing on the couple, but there's also a big focus on their religion. With 71% of young people in Britain describing themselves as non-religious, this isn't preferred for a lot of couples. Here are the challenges of having a Humanist wedding in the UK… Read More More Advice > Recent DIY 1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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1.4k July 11, 2018 A seriously easy way to make a cathedral veil from your favorite fabric About a month before my wedding, I became fascinated with a colorful floral veil in this post on my favorite wedding blog. I looked around for similar veils online, but couldn't find anything for a price I was willing to pay. So I decided to DIY my veil and it was surprisingly easy! Here's how I did it… Read More June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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June 11, 2018 Supersize your wedding flora with this big crepe paper flower tutorial We know HUGE bouquets are super popular right now, but what if we mega-size the actual flowers instead of just the bouquet size? We love a good huge flower bouquet, headpiece, centerpiece, or ceremony backdrop. The best part? You can totally make these yourself. Read More May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. Contact us Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Monetized by SkimLinks
May 30, 2018 Lush florals go ring-shaped with this DIY floral hoop backdrop I love a good hoop bouquet, but those handy floral hoops can be used for more than just a great alternative bouquet. I've created a series of hoops flowing with greenery and flora that can be used a wedding ceremony backdrop, reception decor, or even a place card holder. With this DIY floral hoop backdrop, you can add as many floral picks as you like to make it as lush as you can imagine. Artificial flowers let you create a backdrop that can go from wedding to living room permanently. It's the beauty of realistic artificial flowers! Here are the steps to go from a simple hoop to intricate backdrop in no time… Read More April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. Contact us Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Monetized by SkimLinks
April 5, 2018 In case of dementor attack, you'll need this Harry Potter wedding favor If you're a Potterphile, you know that chocolate bars have their own powers of soothing you after a dementor attack. So at a wedding with Harry Potter details (where a dementor could prey, naturally!), why not offer up some DIY Harry Potter wedding favors that will do the job nicely. Plus, it only takes some inexpensive chocolate bars, some printer paper, and a printable chocolate bar wrapper. Read More March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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March 19, 2018 DIY this super easy ping pong ball light garland DIY weddings are more popular than ever since DIY projects can save you beaucoup bucks in the process. So if you need some seriously pretty mood lighting for your DIY decor, this easy ping pong ball light garland is your go-to DIY wedding project. Plus, they function as garland/bunting for a ceremony backdrop of for stringing along the ceiling in your venue. They're cheap, easy to make, and they look gorgeous lighting the rest of your decor (and photo ops!). The ping pong balls give off a warm, soft glow, perfect for setting the mood. Here's how to make these killer lights… Read More More DIY > Recent Stuff we love August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. Contact us Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Monetized by SkimLinks
August 14, 2018 Venue search DONE: industrial meets rustic at this chic New Jersey wedding venue The venue search can easily be one of the hardest parts of wedding planning. You don't want to be stuck with a venue that isn't you at all and you know you want one that can become a part of your whole wedding aesthetic. So when we found this chic New Jersey wedding venue, it was love at first sight and we knew that it was ideal for any and all offbeat couples in the Northeast U.S. Read More August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. Contact us Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Monetized by SkimLinks
August 10, 2018 Tampa & Atlanta couples: we've got a skilled wedding photographer ready to adventure with YOU Everyone once in a while, we run across a photographer who knows exactly how to capture that perfect light-filled moment that makes your eyes glaze over in a haze of love. Looking at the portfolio of Joyelan Photography gave me those exact feels. Read More August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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August 8, 2018 You (and your wedding crew!) needs to see these nature-themed jewelry gifts I featured some gorgeous and whimsical animal rings and jewelry over on Offbeat Home & Life today that just screamed wedding party gifts. Which of your wedding party would NOT want to rock a frog prince ring, a red panda ring, or a gorgeous enamel floral bracelet? Read More August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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August 7, 2018 Ring shopping 101: what are some fancy, non-round diamonds for your engagement ring? If you're into a ring with a lovely center stone, then you may be inundated with round ones. Am I right? It's time you were introduced to some alternate, fancy-shaped diamonds. We've gotten the scoop from the amazing ring artisans over at Brilliant Earth to highlight some of their favorite shapes for diamonds like pear, emerald cut, marquise, and oval. Read More August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. Contact us Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Monetized by SkimLinks
August 3, 2018 Getting married or eloping in Savannah? Here's how to get the most personalized, funny, and touching wedding ceremony ever Are you having a Savannah wedding (or eloping there)? It's a gorgeous destination wedding city and there's no reason to compromise when it comes to finding the MOST RAD wedding officiant in town. If you've felt that you just couldn't find an officiant who will work with you and your desires to create a totally authentic and totally you ceremony, then you need to meet Tracy from Savannah Custom Weddings & Elopements. Read More More Stuff we love > Recent Wedding 101 July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. Contact us Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Monetized by SkimLinks
July 12, 2018 Planning tools 101: hotel block comparison chart We launched a comprehensive and totally customizable document of wedding planning spreadsheets in Google Drive if you're the type to get down with spreadsheets like I am. Now we're sharing a chart that will help you compare hotel blocks if you're planning to provide that option to your guests. Hotel blocks allow you to block out some rooms and room rates to help guests grab a good deal on a hotel room. Read More June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. Contact us Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Monetized by SkimLinks
June 27, 2018 Avoiding wedding fights: how to plan your wedding planning Your engagement should be a joyful time. You have a lifetime ahead of you with the person you love. What could be better than to celebrate that love surrounded by friends and family? And yet, somehow things go awry. Conflicts flare. And the time that should be so happy — the build-up to your wedding — is fraught with possibilities for strife. The good news is you can avoid most of the problems by planning your wedding planning. That's right. Plan how you're going to plan. Read More 2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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2.6k April 18, 2018 I bought a colored wedding dress and now everyone's mad! What should I do? I come from a family of strict traditionalists when it comes to everything, especially weddings. I recently bought a peach wedding dress with no sleeves and expressed I wanted light blue hair and Converse to go with it. As you can imagine, things didn't go over well. When I try to stand up for my wedding choices, I'm shamed for it. Please help! Read More 4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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4.2k March 5, 2018 Wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and beyond I'm compiling this list of wedding dates to avoid in 2018, 2019, and 2020 in case you want to avoid holidays where family and friends might have conflicting events, holidays where vendors might be especially busy and/or expensive (think Valentine's Day for florists), or religious holidays where places might be closed or guests might have other plans. Does this mean you CAN'T book your wedding for one of these days? Hell no! Read More 2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 > Offbeat Bride: your source for wedding ideas and inclusive wedding planning We've got bajillions of creative wedding ideas, DIY projects, and wedding advice to make your wedding plans easier — and even fun! What do you need to do today? I have no idea. I need Wedding Planning 101! I need a wedding planning checklist (now in an interactive version, too!) Hook me up with free wedding fonts & printables I need offbeat wedding registry ideas I'm curious about offbeat wedding themes (geeky! boho! so many!) Reporter Name * Reporter Email * Original text Enter the original text here. Edited text* Enter your suggested copyedit here. Notes You can add a note for the editor here. * Required information. Fix Typo What wedding planning advice & inspiration do you need today? DIY Dress Eloping Engagement Ring Feminism Geeky Harry Potter Invitation Wording Readings Ceremony Advice Fashion Reception Advice Super cute offbeat wedding invitations Invitation Ideas 5 tips (including the oldest trick in the book) when it comes to DIY wedding invitations Colorful, stylish (and sometimes nerdy) invites from Shine Wedding Invitations A pared-down wedding weekend in South Africa 16 free geeky fonts for your super, sci-fi, timey-wimey nerdy wedding invitations 14 of our favorite free wedding invitation fonts for sweet DIY wedding invites Gender-neutral bridal party invitation boxes Make your own stamps using tumbling blocks From Bingo cards to Annie Hall: unconventional wedding invitations from Hello Dahlia Read More > A few of our favorite wedding vendors Kate Alison Photography Read More Inspire Me Imagery Read More Sneaky Vaunt Read More Per-fékt Beauty Read More Find offbeat vendors in our Vendor Guide > Our infamous spreadsheets & checklists Impress their asses off: 5 tips for hosting out-of-town wedding guests in your home How I used Google Sheets to lay out my wedding floorplan Safeguard your important details with an "oh shit list" Planning tools 101: Your wedding guest list planner Our GIANT list of important questions to ask wedding venues The electronic wedding hacks: Choosing your online wedding planning tools Your wedding music checklist and 7 planning tips to make it dead easy Your offbeat-friendly interactive wedding planning checklist is available! Get planning > Offbeat dress shopping Maternity wedding dresses for pregnant brides who don't look like "frumpy messes" Dress designer Alfred Angelo closing down! Are you losing your dress? Here's help… Panic at the dress shop: 4 secrets to wedding dress shopping when you have a panic disorder Don't let the "Bride Again" stigma dictate your next wedding dress choice Tiny back, big rack: How to find wedding undergarments when you're small with huge boobs Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China The dreaded dress lust (also called, Dress Envy, Dress Regret, etc…) How to shop for a wedding dress like a software engineer Read More > Advice for wedding guests What my wedding taught me about being a better wedding guest Offbeat guest goes black tie: How do I blend into a black tie wedding? Wedding gift ideas for people who didn't f***ing register! Top 5 joys of attending a wedding after yours is over Open thread: How should an offbeat wedding guest dress? I'm single! Who should I bring as my plus one? Toasts: the wedding tradition that could probably just die and no one would care How to write a wedding speech that KICKS ASS Read More > Wedding Vow Ideas Wedding vows that include ice cream, sweet promises and… beating people up 30 geek movie love quotes Keep it cosmic AND gender-neutral with this space-themed ceremony script (+ READINGS!) Feed your inner nerd by reading vows from your smart phone Is a marriage mission statement the vow alternative for you? Dope love: 21 rap lyrics as wedding vows How to make your own Mad Libs wedding vows Breakfast, tiffs, and hand-holding: These guys show us how to own writing personal vows Steal more ideas > We're everywhere! Follow us on social media. Get creative, offbeat wedding ideas delivered daily to your inbox! Join our newsletter SUBSCRIBE Copyright © 2003 - 2018 Offbeat Empire. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction in part or in whole is prohibited. 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2.3k January 24, 2018 Wedding venue search tips from the wedding ninjas: wedding planners Newly engaged folks: have you started your wedding venue search yet? Are you ready to pull your hair out or just the beginnings of a breakdown? Either you're in a town with so few offbeat options or you're in a big city with WAY too many options and no way to narrow it all down or find the perfect weird and wonderful venue for you between all the banquet halls. I decided to reach out to some of our favorite wedding coordinators to see what sage venue search wisdom they could impart on us to make the arduous search easier. Read More More Wedding 101 >