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My #1 Wedding Regret…

Sophie Cooke

Devlin Photos

February 14, 2018

Gareth and I have been married nearly five months now, and since the glitter has faded, the post-wedding admin complete and thankyou cards long sent, there’s been a niggling sense of regret in the back of the mind. Nothing to do with the day itself, against all odds that was absolutely perfect (you can read all about it in the latest issue of the magazine!). Nor to do with who I married, thank goodness; he’s still my absolute number one and despite being together 9 years before we got wed, it’s been like a brand new start to our relationship, in only the best way. You hear stories of people who regret not spending enough time with their other half on the day, or how much they smashed the pre-ceremony champs, or how they got carried away in all the wedding stuff and somehow landed themselves £25k in debt.
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Relaxed Boho Woodland Wedding With a Rock n Roll Twist

Erin Balfour

Beatrici

February 10, 2018

Megan and Ben's autumnal wedding took place at stunning Puzzlewood in the Forest of Dean, where Star Wars: The Force Awakens, was filmed! It's also rumoured to have inspired J. R. R. Tolkien. Huge cool points from the get-go! Getting the legal bit sorted in the register office the week before freed the couple up to take full advantage of this amazing location, and also to have long time friend of theirs, James, officiate.
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A Sequin & Glitter-Filled Wedding with a Carnival Atmosphere

Kat

Through The Woods We Ran

February 8, 2018

So we all know a wedding day is, for the most part, all about the couple getting married. But when a bride and groom put just as much thought and effort into their guests having as much fun as they do, well you know you're into a winner. I also can't go on any further without calling out probably THE most amazing bridesmaid outfits I've ever seen! Tulle skirts, oversized sequin playsuits, HELL YES, I am so on board!
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Wedding Planning Advice

It was Never a Phase: How to Have an Emo Themed Wedding

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Gem Wright

August 13, 2026

If you're reading Rock n Roll Bride, its highly likely that you had an emo phase... but that actually it wasn't a phase at all. You're probably still loving all things checkerboard, wearing too much black eyeliner and internally debating whether you're team Vans or team Converse. If you love the idea of an emo themed wedding then read on because here's how you can pull it off without it just becoming a mid-2000s costume party.
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Your Wedding Isn’t a Board Meeting: What To Wear if You’re an Alternative Groom With Taste

Guest Contributor

July 22, 2026

For some reason, wedding fashion advice assumes grooms are happy to disappear into a sea of identical suits while all the personality gets reserved for the bride. Grooms tend to get handed the same options: black suit, navy suit, grey suit... or if you're really out there, maybe a bit of tweed. But if your wardrobe already leans towards the darker side, your wedding doesn't need to be the one day you dress like you're headed to a corporate awards dinner.
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Las Vegas Weddings

Vegas Las Vegas, The Wedding Chapel with 150 Themes, Just Had a Major Glow Up

Kat

July 6, 2026

TThe legendary Viva Las Vegas Wedding Chapel has had a glow up and it's now more iconic than ever! It now feels brighter, more modern and even more immersive while keeping the playful fun that made it famous in the first place. And with their popular Rocky Horror Picture Show-inspired package you can now be married by Frank-N- Furter in front of hot pink neon lips inspired by the cult classic!
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Fun & Flirty Vegas Wedding at the Neon Museum

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Jamie Y

March 2, 2026

Beth and Elliott, who travelled to Vegas from the UK for their wedding, described their day as “Fun, flirty, and so Vegas!” They brought some close friends and family members with them and treated the whole experience like a holiday. “Honestly, we just know what we like and ran with it." Beth told us. "We work so hard in our everyday lives we just wanted a big break. A day for us, about us and overflowing with love!”
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Tattooed Weddings

It was Never a Phase: How to Have an Emo Themed Wedding

Kat

Gem Wright

August 13, 2026

If you're reading Rock n Roll Bride, its highly likely that you had an emo phase... but that actually it wasn't a phase at all. You're probably still loving all things checkerboard, wearing too much black eyeliner and internally debating whether you're team Vans or team Converse. If you love the idea of an emo themed wedding then read on because here's how you can pull it off without it just becoming a mid-2000s costume party.
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Cottagecore Meets Queer Joy

Kat

Bon Harder

July 15, 2026

A few years ago, Griffin was performing at a drag show when Jay became the first person to tip them. Griffin winked at him, then a couple of years later they matched on a dating app! From then on, they were inseparable. They were lucky enough to win a free wedding at The Vow Room in Spokane so they planned an intimate celebration that brought together cottagecore styling with astrology, queer joy and a palette of green and orange.
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Gothic Weddings

Forbidden Love: Red Velvet Drapes, Pearl Chains & Clouds of Dry Ice

Kat

Fien Vonk

May 22, 2026

Birgitte and Anthony met when they were teenagers, but didn't stay to fall for each other until a lot later in life. They went to a theatre with mutual friends, and sparks started to fly. "The theme for our wedding was forbidden love", Anthony told us. "This is because our love was a little secret in our early days. We we didn't want anyone to know about it from day one so we had a lot of secret dates."
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Til Death Rooftop Micro Wedding

Kat

Electric Honey

May 20, 2026

Kimmy and James planned a 14-person micro wedding with a black, gold and orange palette inspired by Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando, where James proposed during their annual trip. The ring came in a black velvet coffin box and featured an opal stone surrounded by skulls and roses. From there, the aesthetic unfolded naturally. Matte black stationery with gold foil lettering sat alongside tiger lilies, skull candles and a coffin-shaped card holder.
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Photo Shoots

It was Never a Phase: How to Have an Emo Themed Wedding

Kat

Gem Wright

August 13, 2026

If you're reading Rock n Roll Bride, its highly likely that you had an emo phase... but that actually it wasn't a phase at all. You're probably still loving all things checkerboard, wearing too much black eyeliner and internally debating whether you're team Vans or team Converse. If you love the idea of an emo themed wedding then read on because here's how you can pull it off without it just becoming a mid-2000s costume party.
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Advancing Accessibility and Inclusion In the Wedding Industry with Maggie Sottero & Hopelynd

Kat

Hetler

July 14, 2026

Bridal designer Maggie Sottero has established itself as one of the few bridal fashion brands that are committed advocates for diversity, equity and inclusion. At the bridal fashion weeks that we've attended, we've always been impressed with their range of models of all sizes and ethnicities. They also always have plus size samples available if we want to borrow them for our shoots. And believe us, they are one of the very few that do!
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The Importance of Freeze Framing Your Wedding Memories

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Lilia Abrahamsen

June 30, 2026

Getting married is such a crazy, whirlwind of a time - engagement celebrations, planning the biggest party of your life, dealing with family politics.. you know the score! There is so much happening all at once but then suddenly, almost as quickly as it all started, it's over. You're married and onto the next chapter of your lives. Many couples say the wedding day itself goes by in a flash, but that run-up period does too.
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Woodland Disco: A Wedding Shoot Full of Queer Love, Body Diversity & Gender Expression

Kat

Espy Creative

June 17, 2026

Wedding themed photo shoots and editorials often follow a very particular formula, but when wedding planner Catalina Rojo of Celebrations by Catalina set out to organise one, she knew she'd be taking a very different route. Rather than focusing on a couple, or a single bride model, she called in help from a diverse collection of models and suppliers who she knew would help her celebrate inclusivity, creativity, and some really bold design ideas.
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