Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Once upon a midnight dreary, we fell for this Poe wedding

At a Glance

Tamara and Sam’s theme is seriously one of our favorites: “rock ‘n’ Poe” — all things Edgar Allen Poe meets rock ‘n’ roll. They DIYed a lot of the goth details, and dinner was a breakfast bar. Between the fabulous black gown (which was actually billed as a “mother of the bride dress” — wut), the killer groom outfit and epic beard, and the black and white lace cake, we love this wedding with a love that’s more than a love. Okay, no more Poe quotes, I promise.

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride
Photos by Chamberlin Photography

Once upon a midnight dreary, we stumbled upon this fabulous Poe wedding. Tamara and Sam’s theme is seriously one of our favorites: “rock ‘n’ Poe” — all things Edgar Allen Poe meets rock ‘n’ roll. They DIYed a lot of the goth details, and dinner was a breakfast bar. Between the fabulous black gown (which was actually billed as a “mother of the bride dress” — wut), the killer groom outfit and epic beard, and the black and white lace cake, we love this wedding with a love that’s more than a love. Okay, no more Poe quotes, I promise.

Rock 'n' Poe wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Rock 'n' Poe wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Rock 'n' Poe wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Rock 'n' Poe wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Rock 'n' Poe wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Rock 'n' Poe wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Rock 'n' Poe wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbridePoe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Poe and rock wedding as seen on @offbeatbride

Vendors

Photographer: Chamberlin Photography • Caterer: Belle Grove • Hair Stylist: BobbyPins & Blush • Dress Store: Formal Envy • Cake Designer: Gateau • Officiant: Heart Star Ceremonies • Event Venue:Murphy Hall~ Westmoreland State Park • Event Planner: Occasions By M&K • Floral Designer: Wedding Muse • DIY or Handmade Goods Designer: Wishes Granted

11 responses to “Once upon a midnight dreary, we fell for this Poe wedding”

  1. Kim Avatar
    Kim

    Congratulations to the happy couple! I wish you both a happy and sPOEky marriage.

  2. Jess Avatar
    Jess

    That dress is everything.

    1. Verenize Avatar
      Verenize

      Yes! Absolutely beautiful.

  3. red Avatar
    red

    what a beautiful bride and what a stunning sea-background!

  4. Kasey Avatar
    Kasey

    Awesome wedding!!!! I am predicting this couple will visit Westminster Hall on Halloween one year for their anniversary! I went a few years ago and had a great time! Not only is Westminster Hall beautiful, there are free tours of the catacombs, Poe readings, and story tellers all night! Halloween is the only time that it is open to the public (you can hold events like weddings there, or attend Peabody concerts). Also, if you didn’t know- Westminster Hall is the final resting place of Edgar Allan Poe! Love every detail of the wedding that was shared. 🙂

  5. Tamara Avatar

    Thank you all! Sam amd I had a blast! This is what happens when 2 Officiants get married hahaha The best part it was mostly a “surprise” for us. Having worked with the fabulous weddig pro’s many times we took the easy, stress-free way and gave them all free reign saying “We’ll see it when we walk down the aisle”. I even told Sam since I don’t dress him any other damn day of the year, I wasn’t going to tell him what to wear this day either. I saw his outfit when I got to the altar….and yes, I was VERY impressed! We had a great time and we’re so happy we did it our way.

  6. Gitanjali Avatar
    Gitanjali

    Adorable wedding photographs with natural backgrounds!
    God bless you both.

    http://www.fnpweddings.com/

  7. gothpixy Avatar
    gothpixy

    Those shoes are gorgeous!!! And they look comfortable too!

    1. Tamara Avatar

      thank you! They actually are quite comfortable and I’ve worn them many times since the wedding. I got them from DSW for $50 🙂

  8. Linda Avatar

    That wedding dress is gorgeous. And the lace on that cake is amazing.

  9. Aimee Avatar
    Aimee

    Obviously there are many several stunning things about this wedding, but what makes me ‘squee’ the most is this gorgeous dress!

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