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Medieval Fantasy Fairytale with a Lake View

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McKenzie Bigliazzi

November 25, 2024

After an eight-year engagement, Eli and Jake finally tied the knot in the stunning Rocky Mountains at Grand Lake Lodge. For them, waiting wasn’t about laziness or indecision—it was about finding the right moment, with the right people, and for the right reasons. “I used to tell people we were just lazy", Eli shared, "but after we had our wedding, I realised that we had just not been ready yet. I’m glad we waited. It led us to the most magical day of our lives.”
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Ziggy Stardust Inspired Vegas Wedding Ideas

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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.
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Alternative Meets 1960s Inspired Vegas Elopement

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Zoe Snooks

October 28, 2024

When Mariela and Mat, who met in 2018 at a tattoo convention, decided to tie the knot, they knew that while they didn't have a particular theme or vison in mind, they wanted something that incorporated their love for the desert, retro decor and tattoos. They found the perfect spot in downtown Las Vegas at the Sure Thing Chapel, featuring an officiant with a twist: Hellvis, the chapel’s resident 'spooky and campy Elvis' evil twin'. Everything else just fell into place after that.
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Elder Emo Meets Celtic Las Vegas Wedding

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Sarah Jay

October 16, 2024

Monica and Dominic’s wedding at The Grove in Las Vegas brought a medieval touch to a venue known for its romantic almond orchard. While most couples embrace the venue’s natural elegance, Monica and Dominic transformed the space into a scene filled with gothic magic and Celtic traditions. “We are both ‘Elder Emos,’ and I have an Irish/Celtic background,” Monica told us. “So we wanted something that really reflected our roots and personalities.”
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Dark & Moody Halloween Inspired Vineyard Wedding

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Three Region

October 11, 2024

It isn't often that you see a bride choose a black wedding gown contrasted against a vineyard location, but that's exactly what Sophia wanted when she married Dan. The wedding was in October, the both autumnal weather and spooky season influenced their day. They had beautiful burnt orange floral pieces, metallic bridesmaid dresses, the skull and skeleton decorations, and they even used dried branches as their wedding arch.
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Eclectic, Western Disco Wedding at Furstwurld, Joshua Tree

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Danya Izarraraz

September 27, 2024

When Kira and McKinna set their sights on Joshua Tree for their wedding, they knew they wanted something as eclectic and dynamic as their relationship. “Joshua Tree is a gorgeous place, and it’s also very eclectic,” Kira says. “We wanted our guests to experience both sides of this, so we selected Indian Cove Amphitheater for our ceremony and a private music and art venue called FurstWurld for the reception. Both places are special to us as climbers, music lovers, and seasonal high desert dwellers.”
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Happy Goth Halloween Wedding with an $800 Budget

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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!
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Retro Nostalgia Wedding at Home with a Rooftop Afterparty

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Megan Gallagher Photo

August 23, 2024

Brie started her wedding planning from a place of 'formal flower power'. She and fiance Ryan both knew they wanted their ceremony entrance song to be Neil Young's Harvest Moon (they had an acoustic version of the Poolside cover performed by Ryan's friend on guitar) and they wanted to arrive to their reception to I Was Made for Loving You by KISS. So, they also wanted a theme which fit the same vibes. The retro, 70s influence came through strong when they started to look at colours and decor.
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