Dec. 11, 2020

I had a microwedding, here's how I minimized hurt feelings from guests

I only had a dozen guests at my wedding. For those of you who may also be having tiny microweddings due to Covid, here's my advice for how to talk to guests who weren't invited and may be dealing with hurt feelings…

Nov. 30, 2020

Should I invite my dad and brother to my wedding, if they don't like my fiance?

My boyfriend and I have now lived together for over a year and a half, and have decided to get married (yay!)… But my dad and my older brother still don't like him. Do I ask them to come to the wedding, or no?

Aug. 28, 2020

How to have unique wedding toasts that feel less sexist

If you're dreading your best man's speech ("Thank you for the booze, I'm so funny and has anyone here not seen the groom naked yet, because you're about to!!") here are five ways to help keep your wedding toasts feeling awesome.

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Jun. 5, 2020

Updated wedding registry etiquette

Wedding registries have changed, especially for Offbeat Brides, and wedding registry etiquette has also changed. Etiquette can help reduce the stress and strife that can come up around registries, though. Check out our practical tips.

Feb. 28, 2020

Bridesmaid makeup for your unconventional wedding

Bridesmaid makeup can be natural, glam, mismatched, or minimal. Whatever you choose, our tips will keep it from being a source of stress.

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Feb. 5, 2020

Hyphenated last names — the practical stuff

Torn between hyphenated last names and changing your name when you get married? Offbeat Brides share some of the IRL consequences of hyphenating their own names, or their kids' names.