Laid Back Festival Inspired DIY Wedding

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Emma + Rich

January 3, 2017

They wanted a laid back wedding with lots of food and drink, so Kara and Ash planned a festival inspired wedding for July. They had a small budget, but with a help and ideas from Rock n Roll Bride and Pinterest they were able to pull of a wonderful and really personal wedding.

Win Your Wedding Dress with David’s Bridal!

Kat

January 2, 2017

10 Things I’ve Learnt About Wedding Planning in 10 Years as a Wedding Blogger

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Daria Lorman

January 1, 2017

I usually do an introduction type post at the start of every year, where I tell you who I am and show you around the blog... just like a digital tour guide. But this year, my TENTH as a wedding blogger, I thought it would be fun to try something new.

David Bowie Jazz Festival Wedding with Seven Venues!

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Jack Knight

December 30, 2016

Jess and Dan got married in Manchester in July. They met in Brighton Pavilion Gardens, where Dan also proposed, in 2009. A major reason for them getting married was due to Dan being diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2015. “We'd been talking about getting married for a few years already” said Dan, “but a big life threatening illness does wonders for making you do things more promptly. On hearing the news of my illness, Jess asked me (still in my hospital bed) if we should get married. I said 'of fucking course' and the rest is history.”

Boho Inspired Shakespearean Wedding in a Cave

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Lucy Turnbull

December 29, 2016

Michelle and Marc were married in June in a cave! Their wedding theme was 'A Midsummer Nights Dream meets woodland' focusing on nature and on having an inside outside vibe. “As a massive Shakespeare lover Shell chose the theme, A Midsummers Nights Dream, for the wedding” said Marc, “2016 is also the 400 year celebration of Shakespeare so it couldn't have worked out better!”

Weddings of the Year, 2016

Kat

December 28, 2016

I published close to 400 real weddings on the blog in 2016 (WHAT?!) and while every single one is special and beautiful and wonderful in its own way, there are always a few that really stand out. Here are my top 20 weddings that I shared throughout the past year. Did your favourite make the list? If you want to check out more 'best of' posts, why not check out my real wedding round ups for 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 too?!)

Heartbreak Hotel: An Elvis & Priscilla Editorial for Rock n Roll Bride Magazine

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Devlin Photos

December 27, 2016

One of the most fun and creative parts of my job is the editorial fashion shoots that I create with my INCREDIBLY TALENTED photo shoot team. For issue 10 (Sept/Oct 2016) we wanted to channel one of the original Rock n Roll couple: Elvis and Priscilla Presley. We used just one model, Tarla, who was actually the perfect Elvis and Priscilla, and we shot at Hotel Pelirocco in Brighton.

Rock n Roll Bride Magazine Issue 12 Available for Pre-Order Today!

Kat

December 26, 2016

Did you have a fabulous Christmas? I sure hope so! I'm getting super excited for 2017 now, not least of all because the brand new issue of Rock n Roll Bride magazine hits the newsstands on January 5th. However if you'd prefer to stay inside and hide from the frigid weather you can pre-order your copy from us right now. It costs the same as in shops, £4.99, and UK delivery is still completely and utterly FREE. Can you believe that we've now done TWELVE ISSUES? That's two whole years of Rock n Roll Bride in print!

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.

Why Your Core Values are Actually the Best Wedding Planning Tool You Have

Rachel Darwin

Jessika Christine Photo

July 21, 2026

Did you know that Claudia Winkleman took a nap half way-through her wedding? Yes, that’s right! Our beloved Patron Saint of Fringes, Great Telly, and The Colour Orange snuck off for forty winks in her wedding dress. Naps are non-negotiable for her, according to her memoir, Quite. Sleep is something she values above basically anything else. So, why on earth wouldn’t she have scheduled in a quick snooze on her big day? In this issue, all about self-love and having the confidence to do your wedding your way, I’m here to tell you to Be More Claudia when it comes to your wedding-planning… by making sure your day is a true reflection of the things that you and your partner really, actually value.

How to Find the Right Diamond for Your Engagement Ring

Guest Contributor

July 16, 2026

Looking for the best diamond for your engagement ring? Read the blog to learn what Diamonds-USA has to say and how to find the right diamond as well.

Ask An Expert: The Real Value of a Wedding

Guest Contributor

Alina Kay

July 9, 2026

We just got engaged and feel super overwhelmed, especially when scrolling social media! How do we figure out which parts of the day will actually make the biggest difference to the atmosphere and make sure we, and our guests, enjoy ourselves?

Metallica, Elvis & a Second Chance at Love

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Jamie Y

February 23, 2026

Debbie and Masty met at 18-years-old while they were in college studying Psychology. They dated, then drifted apart as life moved forward. More than a decade passed without contact. Then, on the same night, they dreamed about each other. Masty reached out and they decided to reunite in Las Vegas at a Metallica concert. You can probably guess the rest...

Sea of Love: Intimate, Fun & Kitsch Sure Thing Chapel Wedding

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Lauren Driscoll

February 10, 2026

Maggie and Kyle got married at Sure Thing Chapel in Las Vegas with Cat Power’s cover of Sea of Love playing as the bride walked down the aisle. “After choosing Sure Thing Chapel as the venue, we wanted to play off the colours and fun vibe", Maggie told us. "I had envisioned the colour scheme of black, red and light blue. We wanted to keep it intimate, fun, and kitschy.”

‘Til Death Do Us Punk

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Christina Srorzah

January 26, 2026

Casey met Dwayne in 2005 while looking for a tattoo artist. Appointments turned into years of friendship. In November 2022, when they realised they were both single, Casey invited Dwayne to a local venue to watch a friend’s stand up set after a session. Sitting in the booth, he reached over, grabbed her face, and kissed her. “He said he’d been waiting to do that for a long time and we’ve been inseparable ever since."

If We Were Getting Married in Vegas in 2026, Here’s What We Would Want to Know

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Of Colour and Hue

January 22, 2026

It’s no secret that we love a Vegas wedding here at Rock n Roll Bride. We’ve been lucky enough to shoot in Las Vegas multiple times over the last few years, so without blowing our own trumpet too much, it’s fair to say we’re pretty clued up on how to do a Vegas wedding well.

Curtain Call: Classic Bridal Shoot with a Rebellious Edge

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Kirsty MacKenzie

July 6, 2026

For the issue 68's cover shoot we wanted to explore the contrast between classic bridal styling and a more rebellious presence. A little bit gothic, but not overtly so. Our model Clo’s heavily tattooed skin brought an edge that felt perfect against the refined interiors of the newly renovated The Trafalgar on King’s Road in London.

Celestial Gothic Wedding for a Couple Who Share the Same Birthday

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Tom Jeavons

June 23, 2026

What happens when a bartending Swiftie marries an electrician? Sparks fly…literally. After nine years together, Tayla and Joe tied the knot at Cooling Castle Barn in Kent. Sharing the same birthday inspired their celestial theme, and in front of a moon arch with a string quartet playing, they promised to love each other forever.

The Anti-Timeline Wedding: Intimate Sunshine Coast Micro-Celebration

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Marina Emerald

June 18, 2026

Fleur and Martin's wedding focused on one simple idea: gather the people they love, head for the hills and celebrate without a strict schedule dictating the day. Their 18 guests were dressed in spring colours while the bride and groom wore white. They had a outdoor ceremony with views of the rolling hills and a lake.

Celestial & Whimsical Fairy Forest Wedding

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Sophie Bagnall

June 12, 2026

Liv and Dan were inspired by nature, fairies, the night's sky and a healthy dose of theatricality for their April wedding. Their celebration unfolded beneath homemade paper stars, beside a giant glittering moon and in front of the ruined chapel at Royle Forest.

Dark Academia Gothic Wedding at a Victorian Mansion

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Sam Turchin Photo

May 13, 2026

A phone-free ceremony, a D20 vow roll, and a surprise Freddy vs Jason cake battle all featured at Joanna and Derek’s October wedding. Inspired by gothic fiction, horror films and dark academia, they filled the day with gaming references, library cards, and thoughtful details that made the day enjoyable for their neurodivergent guests.

Gothic Black Tie Wedding on Halloween

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Ami Darling

April 7, 2026

Amber and Jago got married on 31st October in Cornwall. The date was significant because not only do they love Halloween, they started dating on and got engaged on Halloween! As goths, it just made total sense to keep the same date for their wedding.

Victorian Goth Ghosts in a Haunted House

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Keri Lynne

April 6, 2026

Did you know there is no rule that says your engagement shoot has to be pretty pictures of you in a field or on a beach. I mean, those make lovely shoot locations and all but do you know what's way cooler? A freakin' haunted mansion! For Anita and Michael, who love all things dark and romantic, these vibes were elite.

Middle Earth Meets Pagan Gothic: A Dark Fantasy Wedding

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Philipp Groth

April 2, 2026

Annika and Leon love Tolkien, fantasy worlds and video games, so they built their wedding from that foundation. They planned the day entirely by themselves, with the help of many talented friends, and held it at Mildenstein Castle in Saxony, Germany.

This is What Can Happen When You Stop Waiting for Your Wedding to be Perfect

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Emily Avila

June 10, 2026

A few weeks before this shoot took place, the venue wasn't exactly wedding ready. The lease for Continental Square Ballroom in York, Pennsylvania, had only recently been signed. Furniture left behind by previous occupants was still scattered throughout the space and construction was ongoing. Most planners would have waited until the dust settled before bringing in photographers and models but Kyla Edwards of Eternal Moment saw it's potential.

Rockstar Retreat: A Joshua Tree Elopement for Rock n Roll Bride Magazine

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Jamie Y

May 4, 2026

With the overall message of issue 67 being ' freedom', the desert felt like a natural starting point for the main editorial shoot. Our models were Sydney and Steven, a real couple who eloped in Vegas a few years ago and whose wedding we previously featured. Their familiarity with each other brought an ease and authenticity to the shoot that simply couldn’t have been manufactured. In fact, many of the accessories they wore were their own!

Anti-Capitalist Couture: Eclectic Wedding Shoot Where Everything Was Thrifted, Upcycled or Reclaimed

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Black Stag Creative

March 27, 2026

This shoot is a riot against the beige, minimal, Pinterest-approved wedding machine, this shoot came to us by-way of a new team of wedding suppliers from South Africa who wanted to push what it means to create a “styled wedding shoot”.

Off-Duty Showgirl: Las Vegas Bridal Editorial for Rock N Romance Elopements

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Jamie Y

March 9, 2026

Phew, where do we even begin with this one? A dream location, a dream team, and possibly the most over-the-top (in the best way) bridal looks we've ever put together. Everything really is better in Las Vegas.