This couple took their own wedding photos in Yosemite National Park
Shawn and Marcie got married in the Oakland California Temple after being friends for 16 years and partners for nine. Marcie says, “When I say finally, it’s like a FINALLY, married.” Cameras aren’t allowed inside, but photos still happened — courtesy of the couple themselves! Shawn and Marcie took a few images of their own reception before trekking five hours to Yosemite National Park where they did their own formal wedding portraits. They took turns behind the camera, even shooting in film! The results are intimate, personal, and (ahem) au naturale. Just saying you need to scroll to the very end.
Megan & Federico’s fandom-loving fantastically fall wedding
It’s our favorite week for spooky, gothic, and horror-themed weddings — it’s HALLOWEEN WEEK! Today we’re gawking at a seriously lovely outdoor winery wedding featuring mini pumpkin place cards, a zombie-killing sword ceremony, a full moon, and some amazingly carved pumpkin centerpieces. You’ll never believe how the bride found their creator.
Christine & Brian’s nature-inspired steampunk wedding
Feast your eyes on this California wedding with a handmade hooded steampunk dress, a gorgeous, feathered brooch bouquet, Game of Thrones cake toppers, hot air balloon centerpieces, and lots of steampunk garb. But the sweetest elements are the “family band” that brought both sides together, and the family’s first dance. So many little girls flying through the air!
Dawn & John’s elegant and pirate-y wedding
It be Talk Like a Pirate Day again, me hearties, and Offbeat Bride readers can always be counted on to give us amazing pirate-themed weddings. This year we’ve got amazing handmade pirate garb, historical dances, necklaces instead of rings, and even a released mini Kraken. Strap on yer boots, ye landlubber, and take a look.