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  Crystal pendant necklace by Swarovski.

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  Shoes

  Satin bow pump by Something Bleu.

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  Cake

  Patterned fondant cake by Hey There, Cupcake.

  Photo Credit: Acqua Photo

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  Clutch

  Floral clutch by Marchesa.

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  Ring

  Double finger ring by Madstone Design.

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  Bridesmaid Dress

  Bridesmaid dress by Joanna August.

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  Bouquet

  Bouquet by Leah Lowery for Sasha Souza Events.

  Photo Credit: Damion Hamilton

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  Bridesmaid Dress

  Bridesmaid dress by Bill Levkoff.

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  Bridesmaid Dress

  Bridesmaid dress by Allure Bridesmaid.

  Photo courtesy of designer

Pretty Pink and Blue Looks for Your Bridesmaids

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  If a priest or judge won’t do, there are plenty of routes to find an above-average officiant for your ceremony. Persuade a loved one to be ordained and have them arrive in a unique way, be it in a pop culture costume or by having a puppet parade in tow.

  Related: 10 Meaningful Touches for Your Wedding Ceremony

  Photo Credit: Robert Orsa Photography

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  Parent Dances

  If both parents are present at your wedding, why just dance with one of them? Ask both parents to participate in a group dance, or skip the sentimental swaying altogether and have your bridal party join you on the floor to get the party started sooner.

  Photo Credit: Hollywood Pro Weddings

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  Wedding Flowers

  Most weddings are overflowing with flowers — and while traditional bridal bouquets are beautiful, they can also feel overdone. Mix it up by giving your bridal party lovely lanterns to carry, lighting the way for your arrival down the aisle. 

  Related: 25 Ways to Transform Your Wedding With Lighting

  Photo Credit: Photo Love Photography

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  First Dance

  Don’t really have the moves when it comes to dancing? Swap the first dance for something more simple, like hula hooping! Provide a few extra hula hoops and ask guests to join in towards the end of your song.

  Related: 15 Ways to Make Your First Dance More Memorable

  Photo Credit: David Zwickerhill Photography

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  Guest Book

  A guest book is a lovely keepsake — but if it’s just, well, a book, it may just collect dust on the shelf. A DIY frame that matches your motif, however, can be turned into sentimental wall art for your newlywed home.

  Related: 50 Unique Wedding Guest Book Ideas

  Photo Credit: Lauren Gordon

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  Dinner

  Sure, everyone likes a fancy meal, but how many weddings have you been to where you would have just killed for some comfort food? Give your guests what they really want by curating a unique, casual menu featuring anything from pigs in a blanket to gourmet pizza.

  Photo Credit: Elizabeth Henson Photos

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  Shoes

  Are you struggling with the idea of wearing stilettos all day? Make your wedding magical (and more comfortable) by seeking out unique styles. You could try your luck at thrift shops or order specially made footwear, like these fun fairy shoes.

  Related: 30 Wedding-Worthy Flats

  Photo courtesy of Fairy Steps

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  Aisle Runner

  Rolling out the red carpet will always make you feel like a star, but picking an aisle runner that speaks to your personality is far more glamorous. You can roll out cuts of astroturf, your favorite patterned textile, or a personalized fabric — all would accent your day in an unexpected way.

  Related: 40 Ways to Decorate Your Ceremony Aisle

  Photo Credit: The Other Sister Photography

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  Groom Suit

  Skip the traditional tux and have your groom add some vintage fun to your wedding by unearthing an old-school suit. While checking out thrift stores, be sure to search for a matching vintage bow or neck tie to complete the look.

  Related: Beyond the Black Tux: Stylish Groom Inspiration

  Photo courtesy of JauntyRooster/Etsy

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  Place Cards

  Personalize your place cards by skipping the average holders and getting crafty. Check out these painted clothespins that will adorably hold your guests' table assignments.

  Related: 35 Cool Ways to Display Your Escort Cards

  Photo courtesy of DeftPenDesigns/Etsy

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  Favors

  Let’s face it: Most wedding favors — especially the non-edible ones — will be "forgotten" by your guests at the end of the night. So why not have some fun with them instead? Get hysterical photos by gifting guests with customized temporary tattoos, and have application stations around the reception venue so they can put their fun and funky favor to use. 

  Related: 30 Favor Ideas From Real Weddings

  Photo courtesy of FastTat/Etsy

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  Centerpieces

  Mason jars are probably flooding your Pinterest boards for centerpiece inspiration, but why not look to other everyday objects instead? With little tea lights and a bit of paint, you can transform something like a common brick into a rustic centerpiece. 

  Related: Beyond Flowers: 50 Unique Ideas for Your Centerpieces

  Photo Credit: Julie Redmond

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  Photographer

  Capture the day intimately by putting your guests to work. Find vintage Polaroid cameras and place them on the tables, and task guests with taking photos and depositing their favorites into your card box. Not only will you get instant photo gratification, but you’ll get to see all of your memorable moments through your guests’ eyes. 

  Related: 50 Ideas for a Vintage-Inspired Wedding

  Photo courtesy of Sopworth Vintage/Etsy

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  Unity Ceremony

  Sure, you could jointly light a candle as a symbol of your forever burning love — or you could take the much more delicious route and sip on each other’s favorite cocktail or share a bite of your favorite sandwich. Your call. 

  Related: 10 New Twists on Old Wedding Traditions

  Photo Credit: Erin Lindsey Images

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  Wedding Programs

  Everyone pretty much gets the gist of of ceremony proceedings, so why not have fun with your programs? There are a ton of funny and quirky pamphlet ideas that will help set a casual tone for your nuptials.

  Related: 15+ Creative Wedding Program Ideas

  Photo Credit: Megan Andrews Photo

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  Ceremony Music

  The right music sets the mood for the ceremony, but classical music or religious hymns don’t always speak to the style of the not-so-average bride. Instead of a DJ or organ player, task a skilled loved one with operating a record player that plays your favorite vinyl tunes.

  Related: Complete Guide to Wedding Music

  Photo Credit: Embrace Life Photography

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  Wedding Venue

  Barns, beaches, and country clubs are all fine spots to say your “I dos,” but finding a truly memorable location is going to make your guests buzz about your wedding for years to come. Get married boho style by checking out alternative venues, like this English Roulotte for a countryside wedding that blows away the average barn. 

  Related: 50 Unexpected Places to Tie the Knot

  Photo Credit: Richard Howden 

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  Ceremony Readings

  Sometimes, religious prose or those time-honored vows just won’t do. Look to your favorite childhood books, poems, or love letter passages for inspiration.

  Related: 50 Quotes About Love and Marriage

  Photo Credit: Timecut Photography

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  Cake Topper

  Skip the ceramic figurines and top your cake with a metallic laser-cut banner; it's a perfectly personal way to let your style shine through. 

  Related: 50 Creative Wedding Cake Toppers

  Photo courtesy of BespokeCountryWed/Etsy

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  Quirky Dress

  Who says a bride can’t be colorful? Instead of donning a plain white dress on your wedding day, funk up tradition with a custom dress filled with colorful accents, like dyed tulle and whimsically-placed flowers.

  Related: The Most Daring Wedding Gowns We've Ever Seen

  Photo Credit: Andreea Veronica Virna / Dress: Lyndsey Clark Boutique

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  Bouquet

  A bouquet of flowers is fleeting, but by choosing a bauble-based bouquet, you get to have a keepsake that will last you forever. 

  Related: 25+ Ways to Preserve Your Wedding Memories

  Photo Credit: Kimberly Aurora

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  Celebration Rice

  If you don’t want to deal with confetti clean up, have guests wave congratulatory flags in your honor with words of encouragement or funny phrases to make your send off into marriage a lighthearted one. 

  Related: 15 Spectacular Ideas for Your Wedding Sendoff

  Photo Credit: Choco Studio

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  Signature Drinks

  Instead of coming up with a signature cocktail, serve delicious alcohol-infused cupcakes that are equally imbibing. 

  Photo Credit: Leslie Haasch of Stress Baking

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  Table Numbers

  Use your wedding table numbers as a way to reflect your wedding theme — like Legos for a nostalgic wedding or Scrabble tiles for a literary wedding.

  Related: 50 Memorable Ideas for Your Table Numbers

  Photo Credit: Infused Studios

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  Linens

  Be bold and let your reception shine. Skip the matte linens and go for a metallic or sequined sheet so that your special day glitters and glistens. 

  Related: 50 Gorgeous Ways to Dress Up Your Reception Tables

  Photo Credit: Jen Kroll Photography

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  Dessert-Inspired Bar

  If you and your sweetie don’t have a single sweet tooth between you, try setting up a savory snack bar instead. You can turn your favorite dish into a station, with ideas like a themed popcorn stand or mashed potato bar. 

  Related: Stylish Ways to Display Your Food & Drinks

  Photo Credit: Milou + Olin Photography

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  Sweetheart Table

  Draw attention to your sweetheart table by decorating it with your bridal party’s bouquets, setting up the area with hooks and fishing line that can allow the bouquets to be easily hung.

  Related: 25 Pretty Head Table Ideas: From Big Traditional to Intimate Sweetheart

  Photo Credit: Rob Mould Photography

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  Seating Chart

  Use a unique seating chart for guests to find their spots instead of traditional place cards. All you’ll need for this stellar seating chart is some string, nails, and a slab of wood. 

  Related: 50 Eye-Catching Seating Charts

  Photo Credit: Edyta Szyszlo Photography 

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  Lighting

  Ask any wedding planner, and they’ll tell you that adding a lighting plan to your reception venue is an ambiance essential. But skip the gels and floor lights and add your own flare by filling the room with strategically-placed lights to give the room a romantic glow.

  Related: 25 Ways to Transform Your Wedding With Lighting

  Photo Credit: VENDecor

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  Photo Booth

  An actual photobooth may be too extravagant for your taste, so why not set up a faux one? Paint up or print out a funny background and let guests have a blast with disposable cameras, or ask your photographer to spend part of their evening snapping those shots.

  Related: 30 Creative Ways to Entertain Your Wedding Guests

  Photo Credit: Carrie Wildes Photography

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  Bridesmaid Dresses

  Give your wedding party a signature look by skipping the full-length satin gowns in favor of a shirt and skirt combo that will flatter all of your best gals.

  Related: 7 Colors That Look Great on Every Bridesmaid

  Photo Credit: Vera Hogenson Photography

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  Ring Bearer

  Instead of tasking your favorite little man with the big job of holding your rings, get him to carry a funny or sweet sign that will announce your arrival. 

  Related: 50 Clever Wedding Signs Your Guests Will Love

  Photo Credit: PW Photography

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  Flower Girls

  Don’t sweat it if you don’t have a little lady in your life to pepper the aisle with petals. You can get your best grandma gals to help you out for a fun way to include the young at heart.

  Related: Wedding Roles & Responsibilities: Who Does What?

  Photo Credit: Genevieve Leiper

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  Bridal Party Proposal

  Asking your friends to be a part of your special day is so monumental — so make it unforgettable. Send around puzzles for 'maids to decode, and when they discover your sweet request, they’ll just have to say yes. 

  Related: How to "Propose" to Your Bridesmaids

  Photo courtesy of The Missing Piece Puzzle Co./Etsy

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  Bridal Party Gifts

  Brides often thank their bridal party with gifts of themed jewelry, but rather than giving them a generic chain, make it more personal. A locket containing a photo of you and your bridal party member is not only a sentimentally sweet gift, but if your bridesmaids wear them to the festivities, it will give your wedding a unique, rustic touch. 

  Related: The Dos and Don'ts of Bridesmaid Gifts

  Photo coutesy of YugenTribe/Etsy

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  Wedding Card Holder

  Think outside the card box and look for ways to upcycle alternative containers that guests can fill with cards or well wishes, like this personalized mini wine barrel. 

  Related: 16 Fun Ideas for Your Wedding Card Box

  Photo courtesy of TheManRegistry/Etsy

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  Transportation

  If you or your partner has the riding chops, arrive for your big day on the back of a motorcycle. No one will forget that entrance.

  Related: Arrive in Style: 25 Wedding Transportation Ideas

  Photo Credit: Jill Devries

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  Men's Jewelry

  If you find golden bands boring and a tattoo ring too trendy, try hunting around for a ring that has personality. These steampunk bridal bands are the perfect blend of traditional and stylish. 

  Photo courtesy of SwankMetalSmithing/Etsy

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  Garter

  If you’re a bride who considers herself silly and sexy, your garter can’t just represent the seductive side of you. Add your own quirky charm to it with accents that showcase your silly nature, like this geeky garter.

  Related: 50 Amazing Superhero-Themed Wedding Ideas

  Photo Credit: TablesandTemari/Etsy

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  Makeup

  A blushing bride doesn’t have to adhere to the “natural” on her big day. Be bold and go for dramatic, nearly ethereal looks with your makeup and hair color. 

  Related: 75 Wedding Hairstyles for Every Length

  Photo Credit: Kat Forsyth Photography

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  Hair

  Perhaps jewels, veils, and flowers simply just don’t appeal to you for your wedding day hairstyle, but you do want something to help you stand out. Aside from elaborately constructed braids or quirky hair colors, you can give your do a signature look with accents, like lace bows.

  Photo Credit: MissEngagedBoutique/Etsy

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  Whimsical Décor

  Splurge on a unique décor element your guests can't miss, like this cool butterfly chandelier. Bonus: You can later use as decoration in your new digs as a married couple.

  Related: 50 Over-the-Top Wedding Ideas We Can't Help But Love

  Photo Credit: John Labbe / Event Designer: Preston Bailey

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  Wedding Games

  For couples who live for game night, having something a little extra for guests to do is a must. But if you’re hoping to skip the typical yard games, like cornhole, you’ll definitely want to check out yard dice. Be sure to write up and post game ideas and rules to inspire and entice guests to play.

  Related: 20+ Ways to Make Your Reception More Fun

  Photo courtesy of SandyKsCustomDesigns/Etsy

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  Wedding Cake

  Perhaps you want to treat your guests to something less conventional than an ornately decorated cake? Try a tower of your favorite sweet treats, like cookies or brownies. 

  Related: 25 Delicious Wedding Cake Alternatives

  Photo Credit: Piece of Cake

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  Toasting Flutes

  Cheers to your new life in style with toasting flutes that are anything but traditional. Look for flutes that fit your color scheme or just simply speak to you.

  Photo courtesy of MaryElizabethArts/Etsy

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  Invitations

  Forget cardstock and magnets — prepare guests for your quirky wedding by sending out fun signature invites, like these film reels.

  Related: 50 Ideas for Your Wedding Invitations

  Photo Credit: Rigard Janse van Rensburg

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  Wedding Rings

  The exchange of wedding rings during the ceremony is a pivotal and symbolic moment, but what maybe rings just aren’t your thing. Instead, exchange other meaningful pieces of jewelry, like these braided leather necklaces adorned with a vow-engraved charm to tell the world you’re taken. 

  Photo courtesy of SPUNKbyCM/Etsy

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  Veil

  Love the idea of a headpiece but can’t bear to think of wearing a classic veil? Try a colorful, quirky accessory that will pop against any white dress. With subtle nods to a traditional birdcage veil, a fun, feathered piece like this feels “bridal” without being too conventional. 

  Photo Credit: Sparkle Malarkey 

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  Garter Toss

  Skip the traditional garter toss and plan a fun surprise for the kids instead; toss plush toys that'll become snuggly wedding keepsakes!

  Photo Credit: Jessica Strickland Photography

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  Bouquet Toss

  Are all of your single ladies worthy of love? Of course they are! That is why you should toss a multiplying bouquet instead of one solid throw away. Once you toss, the girls will quickly see that there are plenty of flowers up for grabs. 

  Related: Harmless Pranks to Play on Your Wedding Guests

  Photo Credit: Kylene & Ryan Studios

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