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Real Weddings: Southern US

There are some who say the South will rise again — and it’s true, if you’re talking about Southern nontraditional weddings! From Atlanta to Texas and North Carolina to Florida, we love our Southern offbeat couples. Submit your wedding for consideration via offbeatwed.com/submissions.

Dark & romantic style meets a wedding chapel in the woods

Dark & romantic style meets a wedding chapel in the woods

Cheyenne’s black ballgown was a showstopper, and together, she and her groom Christopher looked seriously striking against the forest backdrop at their wedding in Seymour, Tennessee. There was an intimate ceremony, darkly chic style, and a canopy of leaves. Here’s more from the bride herself on how they met and fell in love…

Apothecary vibes meet the sweet South at this South Carolina wedding

Apothecary vibes meet the sweet South at this South Carolina wedding

Our wedding was a hot, crazy, but simply phenomenal day. Everything is still a bit of a blur, but the one thing that stands out so vividly is the first time I saw my soon-to-be wife all dressed up in her suit with the biggest smile on her face…

The stars aligned for this celestial wedding in Memphis

The stars aligned for this celestial wedding in Memphis

Chelsea and Brandon planned out every little detail of their intimate and celestial wedding in Memphis, from Chelsea’s stunning gown embroidered with stars to the crystals topping the tables. She looked like the sun goddess herself, and the green and yellow of the florals and wedding party’s attire gave the wedding both an earthy and ethereal feel. There were so many unique touches, and Chelsea and Brandon combined alternative with traditional to reflect the merging of their styles and of their love.

This Virginia backyard wedding combined Scottish heritage with Lord of the Rings

A Virginia backyard wedding with Lord of the Rings details

Quarters Farm was not only a beautiful place for Krystyn and Joe to celebrate their wedding day but is also close to their hearts. Joe grew up in the family home on the property. The bed and breakfast and barn were transformed into the most gorgeous wedding space, too. Their casual boho vibe included elements of Lord of the Rings, one of the couples’ favorite series. They also planned events and outfit changes to celebrate Joe’s Scottish heritage, including Highland games. Don’t miss all of their decor touches, much of which was handmade by Krystyn’s sister. Keep an eye out for a huge “One Ring,” jars of wildflowers, a flower dude, and loads of kilts…

Nerdy vows & stunning views at this intimate Savannah nature preserve wedding

Nerdy vows & stunning views at this intimate Savannah nature preserve wedding

Joseph and Temprest wanted to celebrate with 20 of their closest friends in only 60 days or planning. They created the most joyful wedding at the Oatland Island Wildlife Center for the ceremony and a chic restaurant for their reception. Don’t miss the Pac-Man cake topper, loads of nerdy references in their vows, and the bride’s vintage-inspired birdcage veil.

I AM CAKE: this colorful Tennessee wedding had the most amazing Groot cake

I AM CAKE: this colorful Tennessee wedding had the most amazing Groot cake

This Tennessee wedding was full of color, loft style, performances by friends, amazing dances, pop culture-themed centerpieces,
and loads of twinkle lights. Sounds great, right? But just wait until you see the pièce de résistance, their amazing, geektastic sculpted Groot cake. How they cut into that, I’ll never know.

Get ready to see this whole geeky, colorful, full of Parks and Rec, Star Wars, and lots of love wedding…