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Despite the name Offbeat BRIDE, we celebrate all identities and have subcategories for lesbian weddings, transgender weddings, gay weddings, and bisexuality, as well as genderqueer and non-binary gender identity issues.

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Gem & Mel's gay retro/ska british beach bonanza

Gem and Mel wanted a wedding day that would fulfill their dressing up fantasies, even if that meant just being really comfortable — or having their son dress up as Troy Bolton from High School Musical.

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Liz & Laurie encourage wedding guests to "Outshine the Bride"

"The 'Outshine the Bride' runway show was easily the high point of the reception! We provided gag gifts (a clip-on veil and a bow tie) for the winners of the runway walk-off."

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Inspiring queer wedding in Atlanta

Holy hell. My brain almost exploded from the gorgeousness and sheer amazatude of Aly and Elroi's stunning wedding in Atlanta. The wedding photography was done by Our Labor of Love and…..

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