LGBTQ wedding Archives

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Secrets to a Happy LGBTQ+ Wedding

Equally Wed 0 5 min read

In 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that LGBTQ+ marriage is a protected right in all 50 states. As we know, far too many people...

Real LGBTQ+ Weddings

These two brides had an elegant black-and-white wedding with neon signs, a sparkler send-off and a sweet idea for celebrating their first anniversary

Marley Madding 0 5 min read

The brides wanted their fall wedding to be elegant, modern and festive. Clarissa and Victoria designed their wedding celebration around a black-and-white color palette with...

A black-and-white photo of two brides dancing. One has a sleek bun and the other has a slicked back ponytail with cascading curls.

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A classic black-and-white Vermont wedding with rustic accents and a bold floral choice

Marley Madding 0 2 min read

The couple chose a black-and-white color scheme with elegant greenery and rustic accents, their floral design complete with stark anemones.

Two white brides stand in front of a lake and exchange vows

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This springtime lakeside elopement featured upcycled wedding outfits and a mountaintop picnic

Marley Madding 0 1 min read

Adventure-loving couple Kait (she/her) and Sophie (she/her) wanted to express their love for each other with a gorgeous view, so they decided on a lakeside...

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Colorful and glamorous wedding at historic Hollywood house

Molly Sprayregen 0 2 min read

"When we first came to the Sowden House for a special event, we were absolutely blown away by the beauty and uniqueness of the space."

Two brides, one white and blonde and one black and with short dark hair, stand embracing with their celebrants around them. They are smiling, and there are bubbles surrounding them.

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An intimate brunch wedding with bubbles and a party bus

Marley Madding 0 1 min read

The reception featured outfit changes for the newlyweds and Ashley’s kids, who had helped Joni propose in a surprise scavenger hunt ending at the gym...

Two people in white dress with curly hair stand in front of a group of their chosen family, who are dressed in a rainbow of colors.

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From Tinder to a rainbow wedding with a private vow reading and dictionary guest book

Marley Madding 0 2 min read

Ambyr and Lacey’s winter wedding celebrated their love and LGBTQ+ pride with a rainbow color palette and personally meaningful details.

Two white people in gray suits hold hands and walk next to a river. They are looking at each other and smiling.

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This fall wedding featured royal blue accents and matching suits for the marriers and their dogs

Marley Madding 0 2 min read

Glenn and Andrew fell in love while bonding over shared interests, like their love of dogs and affinity for traveling. When it came time to...

Two white people in suits pose with their dog, smiling at the camera. The dog is looking up and licking one of their faces.

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A dog-friendly fall wedding with board games and a cookie cake

Marley Madding 0 1 min read

Sean and Casper tailored their fall wedding around things that bring them joy, including their dog as their ring bearer.

Two white people stand under a large oak tree draped in white cloth. The person on the left has long red hair and wears a white gown. The person on the left has short black hair and wears suit.

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An Austin, Texas, outdoor fall wedding with lush greenery and wood finishes

Marley Madding 0 1 min read

Kimberly and Erika celebrated the final moments of the night with a sparkler exit.

Two white brides stand on a wooden balcony in front of a North Carolina landscape. They have prosecco glasses and are smiling at each other.

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This personalized North Carolina mountain wedding weekend included signature cocktails in honor of the couple’s dogs

Marley Madding 0 3 min read

From initially dating long-distance to choosing a lengthy engagement in the face of a pandemic, every difficult step along the way set the stage for...

A person in a long white gown twirls. To their left is a person in a tan suit, holding their bouquet and their hand.

Inspiration, Planning, Receptions, Showers & Parties

Unique first dance ideas for your wedding reception

Marley Madding 0 3 min read

Having more than one cookie-cutter option to choose from can be liberating, especially for LGBTQ+ marriers already pushing the envelope of cultural norms and putting...

Two white people with long brown hair and white gowns stand in front of an angled arbor. They are surrounded by friends wearing vibrant colors like marigold and burnt sienna.

Real LGBTQ+ Weddings

Vibrant, sustainable fall wedding embraces chosen family

Marley Madding 1 1 min read

Bee and Lyd's New Orleans fall wedding centered around earth-toned colors, community traditions and chosen family.

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Aaron and Andrew’s LGBTQ+ Washington, D.C., wedding at the Capital Turnaround

Equally Wed 2 1 min read

Aaron and Andrew's LGBTQ+ Washington, D.C., wedding at the Capital Turnaround

Real LGBTQ+ Weddings

Intimate garden wedding and “booze cruise” boat dance party in Salem, Massachusetts

Equally Wed 0 13 min read

Ryan + Joe Pronouns: he/him/his (both) Sexual Orientation: gay (both) Wedding Titles: groom/groom Wedding Colors: dark green, cream, gold Wedding Location: Salem, Massachusetts Wedding Month:...