A Geek-Chic Science Wedding
Imagine an oddly romantic science fair…with the biology nerds all grown up and in love… Curious Magpie has brought this geek-chic vision to life amazingly! This styled shoot screams ‘Geek-Chic’ and is full of gorgeous quirks and touches. We love the adventurous use of colours, and the inclusion of our
Fairytale Wedding With An Alternative Twist
A fairy-tale wedding is a dream for many, but are you wanting something a little different from the traditional? Today’s blog is all about taking a classic look and adding personal touches, to create your own alterative fairy-tale wedding. Daniella from Magpie Event Planning aims to dispel the notion that
A Twin Peaks wedding styled shoot
If you are a fan of the 1990’s mystery, horror drama Twin Peaks then you are going to love this styled shoot inspired by the cult TV series! With its eccentric characters, supernatural goings on and bold colour palette – this styled shoot is set to delight all Twin Peaks
Circus Wedding – Emily & Geoffs Big Day
Roll up, Roll up! We are delighted to share this fantastic circus themed wedding with you, courtesy of Nicki Shea Photography. The day was packed with gorgeous detail, reflecting Emily and Geoff’s fun personalities. From accessories to acrobats, not a single guest was left un-entertained after this fun-packed celebration. ‘Welcome
Corpse Bride Wedding- Same Sex Styled Shoot
Buffy Jones (otherwise known as The Wedding Slayer) is an alternative wedding coordinator from Arnos Vale Cemetery. We know what you’re thinking…a wedding in a cemetery? We’re feeling Tim Burton vibes here! Arnos Vale is a gorgeous location, with acres of woodland and a beautiful chapel. This same sex Corpse
Quirky Rainbow Wedding Ideas
We were sent in this quirky rainbow wedding shoot by Matt Glover Photography, and it instantly made us smile! These photos capture so much fun and love, and we ADORE a splash of colour. If you’re considering a fun and colourful wedding, you’re in the right place! https://vimeo.com/333545896 How to
A Greatest Showman Wedding – All the Fun of the Circus
Today we’d like to share with you a gorgeous ‘Greatest Showman’ Wedding! This fun shoot, co-ordinated by Gina Fernandes Photography and Nicole Hope Smith Wedding Fayres, shows how you can put your own twist on a theme to make your wedding day one of a kind. She chose to include
Kat & Jeremy’s Wizard of Oz vow renewal
Today on our wedding blog, we’re super excited to share with you this stunning vow renewal. Especially as it has the most wonderful back story behind it. Gwenda from Bohotanical planned a meaningful vow renewal for husband and wife team, Kat (also an awesome wedding photographer) and Jeremy, following Kat’s
How to create an Alice in Wonderland Inspired Wedding
Looking for Alice in Wonderland wedding inspiration? Alice in Wonderland is a popular choice for weddings. It’s a super flexible theme – from re-creating the Mad Hatters tea party to just having some little details, you can go for this one as a whole or in little pieces and still
Boho Punk Wedding Inspiration
This wedding shoot combines ethereal bohemian magic with alternative styling to create a gorgeous, boho punk wedding! Set in a beautiful forest, styled with quirky items and photographed by Cole Photography, you’ll love this wedding inspiration! A handfasting ceremony by Helen Jubb Celebrant How To style a boho punk wedding
A Doctor Who Wedding at Papplewick Pumping Station
We have an absolute corker on the blog today with this Doctor Who wedding styled shoot planned by Charlotte from Charlotte Laurie Designs. A lot of people ask me what the definition is of an ‘Unconventional’ Wedding (Or Alternative Wedding)! Actually the definition is very broad and can mean anything
The Ultimate Steampunk wedding
I’m uber excited to share this stunning steampunk wedding inspired styled shoot with you today. Sometimes its super hard to pick photos to feature in the blog and this one was one of the hardest. Just too much awesomeness to choose from! A mixture of alternative wedding styles with elegant
Stunning Swan Lake Wedding Theme
Get creative and be inspired to think outside the box with this luxurious Swan Lake wedding theme! You often hear of the enduring and eternal love that sweeps you off your feet, the one we all celebrate with a grand celebration. This Swan Lake wedding shoot, styled by Adorn Invitations,
How to create a Star Wars inspired wedding
Have you dreamed of a Star Wars inspired wedding day? From having Storm Troopers walk you down the aisle to having a light saber fight on your wedding day – there are loads of ways to incorporate Star Wars inspiration into your wedding day. Check out our top tips below!
Lydia & Seth’s Bohemian Woodland Wedding
We have a dream-like real wedding for you today, snapped by the fabulous Vicki Clayson Photography. Lydia and Seth had a beautiful, bohemian woodland wedding and we just had to share the photos with you! From the campervan arrival to the intimate ceremony, this woodland wedding shows how simple can
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How to get your dream honeymoon
For many couples, cash to help fund a honeymoon would be the ideal wedding gift. The tricky thing is how to ask for it. So today we’re handing over the reins to the team at Buy Our Honeymoon for their top tips on how to ask your guests to contribute to your
Eco Wedding Planning Tips!
Today we have a guest blog by Angie from Creative Ceremonies! Read on to find out how to plan an eco wedding… I’m an Eco-Conscious Celebrant. This means that I consider what we are doing to our environment in my ceremonies. How and what we consume has a huge impact
How To Plan A Last Minute Wedding
You may think that a perfect wedding takes months or even years to plan. However, there is nothing to stop you getting married at short notice and still having a fabulous last-minute wedding celebration. We have a guest blog today, written by Ruby Clarkson and featuring some gorgeous snaps by
All About Celtic Weddings- History, Handfasting And More!
We’re bringing something a little different to the blog today. We’ve collaborated with Federica Cosentino, nature wedding planner and stylist, to bring you lots of information on neopagan and Celtic weddings! It covers different types of ceremonies, including handfasting. All the traditions mentioned can easily be incorporated into your wedding
How To Create A Unique Rainbow Wedding
Today we’re talking about one of my favourite things… Rainbows! Goble Photography has sent us in the most colourful styled shoot we’ve ever seen, and we’re in love! It perfectly demonstrates how to create a unique rainbow wedding that really speaks for itself! It also doubles as a beautiful Pride
How to plan a festival wedding
Festival season is now in full swing! And we LOVE a good festival here at Unconventional Wedding HQ. Whether it’s the awesomeness of Glastonbury or the discovery of new music at smaller festivals, we always have a fabulous time at them! So why not have a festival themed, outdoor wedding? It’s