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We love it when a bride shows off some leg! This is where we talk short wedding dresses, y’all. They come in every color — red, blue, green, black, even multi-colored) — and they’re all about making brides feel fabulous!

A whimsical brunch elopement in Brooklyn covered in florals

A whimsical brunch elopement in Brooklyn covered in florals

Hailing from Austin, TX, Amanda and Duncan planned their budget Brooklyn elopement to be both intimate (family only) yet also heavy on whimsical touches. After their ceremony at the Marriage Bureau, the group hightailed it to Brooklyn for a DIY brunch where the newlyweds themselves got busy arranging bagels and schmear, cheese and fruit platters, and flutes of champagne.

This small Brooklyn wedding had wine, plants, and a red dress that slayed

This small Brooklyn wedding had wine, plants, and a red dress that slayed

Lauren and Andrew did not want a traditional wedding in any sense of the word. Lauren’s vintage-style custom red dress was the first way we can tell that this couple did things their way and it WORKED. They chose to have a small wedding which meant they got to spend quality time with everyone there, a major goal.

There were sweet speeches, killer cocktails, sweet rustic details, and lots of wine.

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Chic & alternative wedding dresses that are SUPER affordable? Yes please!

Not everyone wants a big ballgown for their wedding. Perhaps you’re more into an A-line mini dress, a kicky pantsuit with a ruffled off-the-shoulder top, or a one-shoulder, high-low gem that just screams beach wedding or sweet backyard shindig. And maybe, just maybe, you don’t want to spend a king’s ransom on your dress. If this sounds like you, I’ve got an amazing, really budget-friendly, body positive dress designer for you to meet…

1960s mod reigns at this joyful wedding in York, England

1960s mod reigns at this joyful wedding in York, England

Lucy and Jamie planned a super joyful wedding in York, England that was absolutely splendid to watch unfold. Lucy has recently battled for her life and through that journey found love. They share a true respect for life and everything they love together. Their theme was a 1960s meets Mod inspired day.

Don’t miss the bubble exit, the fake mustaches, kazoos, and obviously-in-love dancing…

A rustic saloon wedding at a bayou style bar in Hollywood

A rustic bar wedding at a bayou style saloon in Hollywood

The Sassafras Saloon in Hollywood, CA is a converted Savannah townhouse with Bayou style and eclectic cocktails, perfect for this rustic bar wedding. Just wait until you see all the wild and woolly vintage decor, Bess and Travis’ chic outfits, and the bar venue that is so intriguing.

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Fandoms meet classic Offbeat Bride style at this Texas sci-fi wedding

Kristina and Nathan live in Florida, but headed to Corpus Christi, TX for their Texas sci-fi wedding. Kristina’s outfit reminds us of classic Offbeat Bride style with colored crinoline, a tiny top hat, and a cocktail-length skirt. She even had a handmade paper flower bouquet. We love it!