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  Mar. 20, 2012

Themed boutonnieres and funky corsage pins from I Do Novelty

You know Kim as the mad hatter behind Topsy Turvy Design — the theatrical millinery business based in Oakland, California that is a favorite of Offbeat Brides everywhere! Her new business and our latest sponsor, I Do Novelty specializes in themed boutonnieres and corsage pins!

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  15 Comments Feb. 8, 2012

Gothic punk at a seaside wedding with whales and wine

The backdrop to this gothic punk wedding is certainly not the norm. Picture a craggy sea, 1000-foot drop, and whales hitting the surface. The combination of the elegant corsetry, skull details, and seaside winery setting had me at "hello."

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  Nov. 1, 2011

A '50s-inspired Mexican Día de los Muertos wedding

Papel picado, huge paper flower bouquets, and a whole lot of wedding party! This Día de los Muertos party was a budget affair with awesome details and a skull and succulent cake to die for. No pun intended.

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  10 Comments Nov. 1, 2011

Alanna & Nathan's Day of the Dead secluded outdoor wedding

Day of the Dead details in a gorgeous outdoor venue plus Halloween masks means a double holiday-themed wedding in Texas. The bride almost had a dress tragedy, but you'd never know it from the way her red gown looks. The bride also collects Mexican art and her love shows in all the DIY elements.

8.4k
  Oct. 31, 2011

Day of the Dead meets classic glam on the family property

We've got gorgeous people making gorgeous weddings with Day of the Dead flair including some vintage influence and a suped-up classic car. You'll want to see their skull details and amazing arch, too.

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  13 Comments Oct. 24, 2011

Skeletons, spikes and steampunk shoes, OH MY!

Upon researching some amazing Offbeat Bride reader-found skeleton shoes, I also stumble upon another pair of skeletal shoes with spikes, which THEN lead me to a treasure trove of steampunk shoes. WHOAMYGOD.

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