Take the Hassle Out of Wedding Dress Shopping with House of Webb’s New Online Boutique (+ Exclusive Reader Discount!)

Kat

September 6, 2017

Taking inspiration from iconic fashion of previous eras, the House of Webb have been using traditional couture tailoring techniques to create timeless bridal wear for the past 15 years. The finest fabrics are perfectly cut, precisely fitted and beautifully finished to make unique bridal gowns and wedding ensembles by their in-house design team in Coventry, UK.

Magical Wonderland Forest Wedding in South Africa

Rachel Webb

Roxanne Davison

September 5, 2017

Jane and Ben were married in South Africa in April. They wanted their wedding to feel natural, beautiful and 'foresty'. They were inspired by A Midsummer Nights' Dream and wanted something that resembled a wonderland forest meets a magical fairyland! Since the wedding was in South Africa's Autumn, they also wanted it to have an autumnal feel. They used lots of dried leaves and autumn colours.

Carnivale & AHS Freakshow Inspired Wedding Shoot

Kat

Jillian Ryan

September 4, 2017

There's something really fun and romantic about carnivals and fun fairs, making them the perfect spot for a cute engagement shoot!

Rock n Renovation: The Greenhouse

Kat

September 3, 2017

When we viewed the house and spotted the weird 1960s, curved, brown greenhouse stuck to the back of it, the first thing we said was "Well that's gotta go right away!" It had broken panes of glass everywhere, you have to walk through it to get out to the garden, and carpet... YES CARPET on the ground. I didn't think there was ever anything worse than carpet on a bathroom floor, but apparently I was wrong.

Relaxed, No Frills Wedding in Dublin with Three Venues

Rachel Webb

ATL

September 3, 2017

Jenny and Orey, from Dublin, wanted to have a relaxed and "no frills" wedding, where they could just have fun, be themselves and have the type of get together they like to attend.

Moody & Dramatic Icelandic Elopement

Rachel Webb

Per Henning

September 2, 2017

Linsey and Andrew have a mutual love of black and vintage as well as moody, dramatic landscapes. They wanted their wedding day to encompass all these things so it truly represent them. They also wanted their day to just be about them, so they decided to elope. They decided not to tell anyone about the wedding beforehand and thought the isolated landscape of Iceland was the perfect place However there were actually three people involved because Linsey was pregnant!

Addams Family Inspired Elopement in Italy

Rachel Webb

Serena Cevenini

September 1, 2017

Diana and Jason had already booked a month long holiday to Europe together, when a friend suggested the idea of eloping. Straight away they knew it was perfect for them! Neither of them wanted a huge middle-eastern wedding (which is the tradition in Diana's family) so their month long holiday turned into a pre and post wedding honeymoon!

Don’t Do It Yourself: Why Some Wedding Tasks are Best Left to the Pros

Rachel Darwin

Juliana Noelle Jumper

March 4, 2025

There is nothing I love more than getting together with a friend or two for a crafternoon of sewing, making and creating. When I got married, I spent a weekend with one of my bridesmaids, who (major friend flex) just happens to be a set sculptor for Hollywood films. We made 12 gorgeous little hobbit houses for the tables, a postbox for the cards, and I designed all the invitations, stationery and signage. For anyone with a penchant for making, the idea of a DIY wedding can be a dream. - a great way to add your own unique identity to your day - but that’s not the sort of DIY I want to focus on in this article. Instead, I’m going to look at those moments of wedding planning when perhaps you shouldn’t be doing it all yourself. When actually it might be better to ask for help or even to employ a professional!

Ask An Expert: Becoming a DIY Queen

Guest Contributor

Chloe Lee

February 18, 2025

Welcome to our new-look "Ask an Expert" feature! In each issue, we'll be inviting different wedding experts to weigh in on your burning wedding planning questions. So, whatever you need help with, send us an email with the subject line “Ask an Expert” and your question may be used in a future edition.

Gender Fluid Wedding Fashion

Alexandra Merri

February 11, 2025

The wedding industry is undergoing a much-needed transformation as Gen Z dismisses outdated traditional wedding norms. Say goodbye to awkward first dances and traditional cake cutting—today's couples are writing their own rules. This also includes breaking free from conventional bride and groom dress codes.

How to Give the Best Ever Wedding Speech

Jon Carpenter

Rebecca Carpenter

February 4, 2025

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity you have here. I mean, seriously, when will you ever get to do this again?! To get up in front of all your friends and family, and talk about anything you like – uninterrupted – for 5 minutes straight. Oh, the possibilities!

Breaking Free From Pinterest Perfection: How to Plan a Wedding That Feels Authentically You

Kat

The Shukans

January 30, 2025

Scrolling through a sea of lookalike weddings or feeling overwhelmed by watching too many TikToks about the latest ‘must-have trend’ is very normal. But, just how do you ensure your wedding feels like YOU and isn’t just a culmination of the 500 videos you watched this week?

How to Ignore the Naysayers & Make Your Wedding Feel like YOU

Rachel Darwin

Nick Maciarz

January 23, 2025

When you’re planning your wedding, it’s a wonderful opportunity to bring your friends and family together to celebrate all the different layers that make the two of you… you! All those hobbies, interests and passions you share can be whisked up to make a sweet, unique, you-flavoured cake, with all the sprinkles and decorations you might fancy. Unfortunately, however, a wedding day is often viewed by others as an opportunity to throw their own ingredients into the mix. When this happens… how can you express yourself and stand up for what you want… so that you can get the sweet result you dreamed of

Why Rock n Roll Bride?

Rachel Darwin

Devlin Photos

January 2, 2025

I always love writing for Rock n Roll Bride in January. I love picturing all the new readers, who got engaged over the holidays, giddily unwrapping their first issue and settling down with a hot chocolate by the fire. I love thinking about some of our more seasoned readers, who can now start saying that their wedding is “this year” instead of “next year” … (Eeee! So exciting!) And I love having a chance to remind every Rock n Roll Bride reader out there exactly WHY they have chosen this wonderful magazine as their sparkly little helper on their wedding-planning journey.

Fancy Dress Halloween Wedding with Autumnal Colours

Kat

Raw

March 3, 2025

Shannon and Jennifer’s wedding was an autumnal celebration wrapped in Halloween spirit. They embraced the season’s colours, filled their venue with pumpkins and autumn leaves, and invited guests to lean into the theme by partying in fancy dress.

Married by Hellvis on Halloween at Sure Thing Chapel

Kat

Petite Cherry Photo

January 31, 2025

Melanie and Daniel got hitched on Halloween at the Sure Thing Chapel in downtown Vegas. The chapel handled everything for them—the officiant, the flowers, and even recommending the photographer—making the whole process completely stress-free, even as Vegas first-timers. They didn’t technically invite any guests; the people who came kind of invited themselves!

Happy Goth Halloween Wedding with an $800 Budget

Kat

Liz Huff

September 11, 2024

When Hannah and Nate decided to tie the knot, they knew they didn't have a lot to spend, but that wasn't going to stop them having the wedding they wanted. Both line cooks, they were lucky enough to be offered the restaurant where the bride works as their venue, which they used after hours. Everything else was homemade and their secondhand outfits were pieced together from pieces found at Poshmark and Goodwill, totalling less than $50 combined!

Relaxed Rock n’ Roll Wedding with a Hint of Halloween & Sprinkle of Witchy Sparkle

Kat

Jo Greenfield

July 15, 2024

With their inspiration rooted in their love of autumn, specifically pumpkins, Jessica and James' wedding that was a beautiful blend of American "fall" wedding aesthetics with their own rock n' roll edge.

‘Til Death Star Do Us Part

Kat

Keri Lynne

July 3, 2024

Teri and Lucas, who have been together for eight years, bonded over their mutual love for Star Wars and other classic movies. In September, Lucas proposed with a custom-made R2-D2 ring. Eager to marry, they decided on a Halloween wedding just a month later!

Gothic Micro Wedding on an October Full Moon

Kat

Applehead

June 27, 2024

At Atlanta Utility Works on Halloween weekend, Mikey and Megan were married in a small wedding that mixed their love of both gothic and bohemian styles. The couple blended Mikey's favorite colour, purple, with Megan's love for black, creating a rock n' roll yet romantic atmosphere.

Styling a Luxe Halloween Wedding

Guest Contributor

Kindred & Co. Weddings

June 4, 2024

A Halloween-inspired wedding isn’t just for the goths and the witches. If the turning colour of the leaves gives you that toasty feeling inside, an upmarket twist on an autumnal theme could be perfect for you!

Intimate Tattoo Artists’ Wedding in Leipzig, Germany

Kat

Mutatio Elisa

February 28, 2025

Kira and Damien’s wedding wasn’t about sticking to a theme or following any trends. It was about people—family, friends, and themselves. “We had no real plan for the day,” Kira says. “Everything was organically perfect.”

Snowy Festive Wedding in the Canadian Rockies

Kat

DXB Creative Co.

February 27, 2025

Amanda and Alex’s wedding in the Canadian Rockies unfolded like a scene from a winter fairytale. A perfectly timed first snowfall dusted the mountains just as the couple prepared to say their vows. Dressed in all black, their guests gathered to witness a ceremony that was uniquely theirs.

Old School Festival Inspired Wedding with a Dreamy Woodland Vibe

Kat

S J Jones

February 14, 2025

Inspired by festivals and the music they love, but with a whimsical, woodland twist, Emily and Tom’s Isle of Wight wedding was filled with good music, great food, and fun. The bride wore two dresses, the second of which was accessorised with wings! They wanted a day with zero pressure to adhere to formalities, where everyone could just relax and have a good time.

Under the Sea Themed Wedding for under £10,000

Kat

Elena Heymann Fototgrafie

February 13, 2025

The inspiration for Nino and Basti's wedding was their shared love for the underwater world, sea creatures, and the dreams they hold for the future. “We called our theme Seensucht nach Meer, which means ‘Longing for the Sea,’” Nino shared. “I’ve always loved sea creatures, and we both dream of retiring in Tenerife one day.” Their day, filled with DIY touches and small but meaningful moments, showed how intentional choices can transform even a civil ceremony into something unforgettable.

Sofia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette-Inspired Brunch Wedding

Kat

Ashley Joyce

February 12, 2025

Serena and Adam's unique wedding was a romantic and intimate brunch inside the Woodland Mosaic, an historic Solarium, at the Denver Botanic Gardens. The day featured lush colourful florals, a seating chart made out of tea bags, and high tea brunch with dreamy music from a string quartet. 

An Appalachian Hobbit Inspired Wedding with a Private Self-Uniting Ceremony

Kat

Tony Ebersole

February 10, 2025

Rhiannon and Gunnar chose a completely private, self-uniting ceremony at Trough Creek Park in James Creek, Pennsylvania. A week later, they hosted a micro-reception with 17 guests. As an introverted couple who don’t enjoy being the centre of attention, they found that something small, private, and meaningful was the perfect fit. Their total wedding budget was $3,500, with their primary expenses being food and drinks.

Alternative, DIY ‘Til Death Wedding

Kat

Alt Wedding Co.

February 7, 2025

When Alice and Amy envisioned their wedding day, they knew it wouldn’t fit neatly into tradition’s rigid mold. They wanted a day that reflected their love and individuality—one that embraced who they were as partners, best friends, and creatives. "We wanted a wedding that summed us up," Alice said. "Alternative, but also personal. So much of the wedding industry isn't designed with couples like us in mind."

Dark & Spooky ‘Til Death Wedding

Kat

Garnet Dahlia

March 5, 2025

With a shared love for all things dark and spooky, Kelsey and Mackenzie crafted a 'Til Death' theme for their wedding that embraced their personalities without slipping into a full-blown Halloween vibe. Their October celebration balanced moody decor with black, emerald green, and metallic accents, alongside a scattering of skeletons.

Fancy Dress Halloween Wedding with Autumnal Colours

Kat

Raw

March 3, 2025

Shannon and Jennifer’s wedding was an autumnal celebration wrapped in Halloween spirit. They embraced the season’s colours, filled their venue with pumpkins and autumn leaves, and invited guests to lean into the theme by partying in fancy dress.

Setting Intentions and Embracing the Magic: A Candlelit Nighttime Ceremony

Kat

Sofia Katherine

February 25, 2025

Amanda and Cody’s wedding was a night to remember—literally. With a theme built around the deep blue hues of twilight and the glow of candlelight, they designed a ceremony that reflected their love for the beauty of darkness without relying on the usual horror tropes.

Married by Hellvis on Halloween at Sure Thing Chapel

Kat

Petite Cherry Photo

January 31, 2025

Melanie and Daniel got hitched on Halloween at the Sure Thing Chapel in downtown Vegas. The chapel handled everything for them—the officiant, the flowers, and even recommending the photographer—making the whole process completely stress-free, even as Vegas first-timers. They didn’t technically invite any guests; the people who came kind of invited themselves!

Moody November Wedding at a Gothic New York Mansion

Kat

The Cardinals

January 22, 2025

Meghan and Chris’s November wedding was held at a gothic style mansion in the Catskills, New York. They were entranced by the venue, which was filled with rich history, and stunning woods surrounding it. They really tried to make it their own; the first dance, for example, was done behind a curtain with a spotlight so their 75 guests could only see their silhouettes. They also had a tarot card reader as an option for guests who didn't want to dance in the evening.

DIY Til Death Do Us Part Wedding On A Budget

Kat

Red Eye Focus

January 10, 2025

When Lauren, a self-described couponer and DIY enthusiast, married Michael, she knew they'd be doing a lot of the planning themselves. They stuck to their strict $4,000 budget by buying decor items from craft stores and not wearing traditional wedding outfits. Their venue was a restaurant which worked out a lot cheaper than going for a wedding venue.

Top 10 Most Popular Real Weddings of 2024

Kat

January 5, 2025

Its the time of year where everyone likes to look back on the last 365 (or in this year's case, 366!) days and reminisce. We feature incredible real weddings almost every single day on the website, our social media platforms, and of course exclusive ones in print too! So, we thought we'd take a moment to look back through and see all the couples and stories which made the biggest impression.

Luxury Vampire Themed Inclusive Wedding Shoot

Kat

The Rose Reflective

December 11, 2024

I recently saw a Thread where the poster pointed out that luxury wedding workshop shoots often exclude marginalised couples or those with tattoos, piercings, or other alternative styles. I haven’t been able to stop thinking about how accurate that is! As you know, I’m all about celebrating alternative shoots and weddings (obviously!), but just because someone doesn’t appear to be straight, white, or fit a certain body ideal doesn’t mean they aren’t interested in the luxury end of the wedding market.

Bet on Love: A Gender Non-Confirming Wedding Fashion Shoot

Kat

Jamie Y

November 14, 2024

Issue 58 was dedicated to EXPRESSING YOURSELF and doubling down on who you are for your wedding. So, we thought a shoot showing some gender nonconforming attire options was the perfect choice. Shot in Las Vegas in collaboration with That Chapel Downtown and P3 Events, our model Zara embraced both their masculine and feminine sides to create a shoot that contrasts the two and looked absolutely incredible in both!

Ziggy Stardust Inspired Vegas Wedding Ideas

Kat

Jamie Y

October 30, 2024

Rock N Romance Elopements is an all-inclusive elopement company based in Las Vegas, founded by iconic Vegas photographer (and one of our favourites - so much so, she shot our latest cover) Jamie Y Photography. They provide everything you need for an elopement, including venue, hair and make-up, florals, and, of course, a photographer. They specialise in small intimate elopements with 0-50 guests so it's perfect if you're traveling to Vegas to get married but you're not sure where to begin.

Forever Ever: A Colourful & Retro Wedding Shoot at Hotel Clermont, Atlanta

Kat

Ashley White Photos

October 22, 2024

At the heart of Atlanta’s vibrant creative scene, this styled wedding shoot at Hotel Clermont brought together retro flair and boho charm with a fresh, inclusive twist. Originally built in 1924, the hotel’s eclectic yet nostalgic interior was the perfect backdrop for this collaboration between local vendors and visionaries.

She’s Electric: A Pink & Green Bridal Shoot for Rock n Roll Bride Magazine & That Chapel Downtown

Kat

Erin Roberts

September 16, 2024

Bright & Sunny Yellow + Pink Wedding Editorial with a $30 Budget

Kat

The Villar Photo Co.

August 6, 2024

If you picked up a copy of the latest issue of the magazine, then you will have already seen a preview of this incredible yellow wedding session. We loved the photos so much we felt they deserved a full feature in all it's sunny and bright glory too!

Gothic Meets Bridgerton Alternative Wedding Editorial

Kat

Amy Davies

July 17, 2024

Inspired by the opulent charm of Bridgerton and the grandeur of their castle location, wedding photographer Amy Davies envisioned a unique shoot blending maximalist and gothic elegance.