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When we want to get more thoughtful, this is the spot for our feature articles. Sometimes we talk big-picture philosophies, other times we discuss wedding trends, and every once and a while we just go ape-shit over a wedding WTF?!

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My name isn’t “Mrs”: On changing my mind about changing my last name

Changing my mind about changing my last name was undoubtedly really confusing for my husband, because I had clearly stated my intention to take his name once we were married. But when people started calling me “Mrs. HisLastName” I didn’t like it!

IMPRESSED by nature jewelry from wedding bouquet flowers as seen on @offbeatbride

You have to see this real flower wedding jewelry (or from your own flowers!) from IMPRESSED by nature

Hey all you nature lovers, flower children, and boho brides, this is for you. IMPRESSED by nature is one of our favorite places to find the most gorgeously natural and rustic jewelry and accessories. Kyla uses real pressed flowers and leaves to create stunning wearables for your wedding day (and every day after!). She also has a preservation package which allows you to preserve your actual wedding flowers into real floral accessories and keepsakes.

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TSA hates sequins: lessons learned at NY & Philadelphia Lovesick Expos

This weekend was the kickoff of the 2016 season of our Lovesick Expo, and it started with a bang (and a gag!) in New York on Saturday, and then Philadelphia on Sunday. I flew out for both shows, and over the course of the two days, met almost 800 people including some faaaabulous Offbeat Bride readers. I also learned a few things that I want to share… like why TSA hates sequins.

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I’m ready to get married… but my life situation isn’t

My partner’s been proposing to me, almost as a game, on the semi-regular since we both realised that we were “it” for each other. I want to say yes with every fiber of my being. The problem is, I’m sick — the sort where you don’t get completely better. And it’s unclear when I’ll be able to re-enter the workforce.