Moody Church Wedding with Religious Iconography, Burlesque Performers & a Bright Red Dress

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Amy Faith

May 13, 2024

Cath and Tony chose their wedding venue, Ullet Road Unitarian Church in Liverpool for the dark gothic vibes and because their home is filled with ironic displays of religious iconography. The dark backdrop was perfect place for their celebration which included a cream Cadillac, a pizza wedding breakfast and an acrobat contorting herself to Metallica songs! They also had burlesque dancer, a lady wearing Prosecco skirt, a jazz singer, loads of neon signs and an arcade game station!

Black & Pink Emo Meets Corpse Bride Inspired Wedding

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Massey

May 1, 2024

Naomi and Stuart, who met in a tattoo shop. wanted a wedding that to 'make their emo 13-year-old selves proud'. At The City Rooms in Leicester they tied the knot in an intimate ceremony, followed by a reception kicked off with a rock band performance!

Low Key London Legal Wedding with a Gothic, Nerdy Edge

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Lorna Newman Weddings

April 19, 2024

Sammi and Anton are having a big wedding in August on a private island in the Philippines, but as they live in London, they needed to do the legal bit here. So, they decided to make a day of it - inviting their closest family for a ceremony (on their anniversary) at Camden Register Office, dressing up and getting some great photos!

Gothic Glamour, Summer Camp & Murder Mystery Wedding

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Leah Schlect

March 29, 2024

Patrick and Kristin chose La Foret, a 1930s summer lodge in Colorado Springs as the location for their gothic meets summer camp wedding. Married just before Halloween, they blended eerie elements with the rustic, natural charm of the location. Every nook and cranny of the venue was adorned with original taxidermy, wood carvings, textiles, and wrought iron.

Horror Themed Halloween Wedding

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Assassynation

March 25, 2024

Carly and Adam’s horror-themed Halloween wedding was a celebration of their love story, but also their mutual love for scary movies and all things spooky. Taking place on Halloween night (when else!?) the day was filled with "horrifyingly" amazing on-theme elements.

A Gothic & Horror Romance

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Yu

February 2, 2024

Inspired by Morticia and Gomez Addams, Nathalie and Rich wanted their Easter Sunday wedding to feature all their favourite things such as horror, alternative fashion and vegan food. They had a small budget of £7,000 but by stripping away a lot of the extras, they were still able to have the most beautiful day.

Gothic Meets Celestial Brewery Wedding on a Budget

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Laura Wilson

January 24, 2024

Claire and Ralph own a small pub, so naturally they got married in a working brewery! With a budget of just £4,000, they pulled off both an intimate family wedding at the registry office, and then a few days later a bit party for everyone else. "We chose to get married around Halloween as it's my favourite time of year", Claire told us, "I also wanted to bring in my love for all things celestial."

Modern, Monochromatic Romance on the Gold Coast

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Bianca Virtue Weddings

January 15, 2024

Merging their personal styles into a dark, subtly gothic, yet warmly romantic theme, Mia and Ben were married on the Gold Coast in April. Their journey began at the age of 15 when they met through mutual friends, but it wasn't until 2016 that their romance blossomed.

Dark & Moody Yet Elegant Wedding

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Sufia Huq Portraits

January 11, 2024

Geoff and Tristen tied the knot in January 2023 and their wedding was a blend of dark and moody elegance which showcased their love for all things dark and spooky. The theme was reflected in Tristen's dream black wedding dress and the intimate, dinner reception. For them, the ceremony was the most important part, so that's where they focused their energy.

Beetlejuice inspired Sure Thing Chapel Elopement

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Dan Bushkin

December 19, 2023

For just £2000, Danielle and Carl wore their Beetlejuice inspired outfits to marry at Sure Thing Chapel in Las Vegas in February. They made all their decisions quickly and the planning was stress-free from start to finish because they had no guests!

A Speakeasy Soirée

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Rachel Henry Photo

December 14, 2023

Describing their theme as a "Speakeasy Soiree," Brianna and Zakary, who officially eloped a few months before, planned a night of revelry and a reception filled with vintage charm. Letting go of some traditional wedding elements to maintain the flow of the party, Brianna shares, "We focused on what was really 'us' and not what was traditionally expected of us."

Whimsical Winter Wedding with a Southern Twist

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Amy Van Vlear

November 27, 2023

Although married in California, Skyelar and Adam were very much inspired by the bride's Louisiana roots in the the greenery and general vibe of their winter wedding. Describing their theme as "Vintage Whimsigoth" and "Eclectic Winter Whimsy", the day was a celebration of them, with a beautiful blend of dark jewel tones and vintage charm. Adding in some drama with the florals, the day quickly turned into quite the gothic fairy garden.

Whimsical Gothic Tea Party Wedding

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Preserve Studio

November 17, 2023

Hannah and Kay's unique wedding theme blended gothic aesthetics with the cheerfulness of a springtime tea party. Unfolding at a restored Victorian mansion, the stunning location with it's isolated, romantic, old world fantasy vibe served as the perfect canvas for their imaginative celebration.

Elegantly Gothic Intimate Wedding

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Brianna Lane

November 16, 2023

Shelby and Steven's wedding, set on the eve of Halloween, was a celebration of their love in their own way. They brought together just 15 close friends and family for an intimate gathering that felt more like a grand dinner party than a traditional wedding.

Haunted Hearts: A Wednesday Addams Inspired Editorial for Rock n Roll Bride Magazine

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Wijas Patty

November 9, 2023

It wouldn’t have been a spooky themed issue without a suitably gothic editorial. For our cover shoot in our Sept/Oct edition, we used two models so we could show both the light and dark side – and we think the interplay and contrast between black and white really works. And yes, you can definitely bring a gothic vibe to your wedding look while still wearing white!

Dark Academia & Botanical Halloween Wedding

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Applehead Photography and Design

November 3, 2023

Heather and Tyler's bewitching celebration was dark academia meets gothic Victorian garden themed. With the help of their suppliers, they meticulously curated to reflect their shared love for Halloween.

Pop Punk, Black & Red Wedding with Nerdy References

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Electric Blue

October 27, 2023

It was music that brought them together as Savanah met Chris at a rock club in London few weeks after she moved there from France. So, when they married in August 2022, they knew the wedding would include lots of great tunes. In fact, the couple put together the entire playlist for the day themselves.

Moulin Rouge Meets Dark & Romantic Soft Goth Fairytale

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Let Me Show You Love

October 24, 2023

A love story that spans two decades finally culminated in a dark and romantic wedding day filled with glamour. Since Jamie and Chris' story began in 2003, they wanted the day to be a true testament to their 20 years together. They included references to the groom's favourite movie, Moulin Rouge and their love of the colour black.

A Wedding Event for Goths, Emo & Metalheads: The TilDeath Gothic Luxe Wedding Fair in Leeds

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Vicky Dubois

October 23, 2023

Alternative Victorian Gothic Wedding in the Australian Bush

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Wild White Photo Co.

September 26, 2023

In the heart of the Australian bushland, Kookaburra Hideaway in Hunter Valley specifically, Kalli and James celebrated their love in their own uniquely styled way. Goth kids at their core, their DIY wedding was inspired by the Victorian gothic style they love and wear in their everyday lives