You’ll fall so hard for Nicole & Asher’s free expression, red dress, totally non-conforming wedding
The theme to this wedding was “freedom of expression.” These two had to overcome many obstacles from society in regards to orientations, identities, and professions. Freedom to express themselves was the top priority. You’ll definitely want to see the red dress, awesomely dapper suit, 1000 cranes at the BBQ reception, and super personalized and intimate touches everywhere.
The rise of gender-neutral wedding wording like Mx, Nearlyweds, and Bachelorex parties
Weddings aren’t a strictly gendered thing, as all of us reading Offbeat Bride are like aware of… but many of the words around weddings and marriage are very gendered.
Even if you’re having a completely gender-neutral wedding, it’s really hard to talk about it without using gendered verbiage. But I’ve tried to find some ways around that..
All the wedding guests wore unicorn headbands at this glittery unicorn wedding
We can’t adequately prepare you for the sheer awesomeness of this colorful unicorns everywhere wedding between two rad ladies in Tennessee. We’re talking unicorn masks, handmade unicorn headbands for EVERYONE, life-sized unicorn faux taxidermy, 11 dog-sized papier-mâché unicorn sculptures, bright feathers instead of flowers, and hundreds of upcycled wine bottles covered in rose and yellow gold glitter of all varieties. It was an explosion of glitter and fantasy that will make your year. Don’t miss the Gremlins 2 reference, too!
Rain can’t dampen spirits at Chels & Samantha’s New Zealand wedding
A first look with the mums, two short dresses on two brides, a lovely, rainy day at the arboretum, and so much love — this wedding slays us. Don’t miss the rainbow cord handfasting, the clouds and balloons cake, and the amazing moment where a set of twins decide to make the ceremony all about their “gobbledygook” and lots of hugs.
Chris & Kyle’s accidentally Whovian excellent adventure wedding
Lots of DIY, a butch-identified “bride” in a snazzy suit, and some amazing moments on the dance floor — you must see this Whovian meets Bill and Ted wedding. You may also learn a little something from the six Ps of Theater: proper planning prevents pitifully poor productions.
Mel & Tevis’ crafty vegan space wedding
This couple had some twists that threw some family members for a loop, they’re secular, vegan, and genderqueer. But after embracing all of these characteristics, the pair felt like themselves which made them feel AWESOME. Don’t miss the D20 glass-clinking alternative, the memorial bouquet charms, puzzle guestbook, tons of DIY projects, and the best quote about hips you’ll read today… guaranteed.