Sacred Hearts Club: Moody & Romantic Wedding Inspiration

Kat

Velvet Alchemy Photos

September 18, 2026

Las Vegas weddings are some of our favourites, but its undeniable that a lot of them have the same aesthetic. Rare Hearts Studio wanted to create something with a different edge - a little darker, with nods to their Latino heritage. Their starting point was the Sacred Heart, reworked through a queer Latino lens and layered with lace, devotional imagery, blood red flowers and incredible cakes. The concept gave the team a way to draw upon their cultural background while creating something for couples who feel detached from the standard Vegas look.

Snow and As Few People as Possible

Kat

Kiwi Captures

September 17, 2026

When Phillie and Davey began planning their wedding, they wanted two things - snow and as few people as possible. Lake Tekapō on New Zealand's South Island gave them the biggest snowfall the area had seen in eight years, so that vision all fell magically into place.

Evanescence-Loving Gothic Wedding Planned in Two Weeks!

Kat

Infinite

September 16, 2026

Sahara and Montes met at a club around Halloween 2024. They barely spoke that first night, choosing instead to stand together and listen to the music as though they already knew each other. That shared taste in music inspired their wedding two years later. The wedding came together at serious speed. They booked their venue, Sahara bought her dress and they organised the remaining details just two weeks before the day!

This Bunnings Warehouse Wedding Was a Neon DIY Fever Dream

Kat

Charlii Angelz Creative

September 14, 2026

Most couples visit Bunnings (Australia's version of B&Q/ Home Depot) to buy paint, DIY supplies or plants, but Daisy and Daniel held their wedding ceremony there!

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Meets Midsömmar Wedding with Drag Queen Officiants and the Bride Jumping Out of a Giant Cake!

Kat

Satnof

September 11, 2026

Júlia and Marc approached their wedding day like they do their work: start with a story, assemble the cast, build the set and leave enough space for something magical happen. “We never actually set out to have an ‘alternative’ or ‘untraditional’ wedding," Júlia began, "we just kept asking ourselves, over and over again, ‘what feels most like us?’”

Old Vegas, New Rules: A Retro Wedding for the Modern Couple at Sure Thing Too

Kat

Velvet Alchemy

September 10, 2026

Vegas plays host to countless weddings and bridal photo shoots every year. Some rely on colour palette, others the neon lights and bustling casino setting. Yet this one began with a time of day: golden hour. Shot at Sure Thing Too in the downtown area with a real couple, Beth of Velvet Alchemy Photography followed her models as Las Vegas switched from sun-bleached spectacle to after-dark magic.

An Ode to Old Romance: Gothic Vintage Wedding Dresses With a Past

Kat

Maka Studios

September 9, 2026

For this shoot, titled An Ode to Old Romance, the team selected vintage gowns from Old Harvest Vintage, based in Austin. Among the picks were a pale 1970s dress with Victorian influences and a black couture gown made in France during the 1980s. Together they wanted to reject the neat idea that bridal fashion should belong to one era, one colour or one fixed version of femininity.

Lucky In Love & The Magic of Old Las Vegas

Kat

Velvet Alchemy

September 8, 2026

Brandea and Dawson looked to old Las Vegas, Elvis, Frank Sinatra, rodeo culture and the rhinestone-heavy work of American tailor Nudie Cohn as inspiration for their wedding. They booked two iconic venues to host the day - the Little White Wedding Chapel for the ceremony and the Golden Steer for dinner. “We really just wanted to lean into the magic of old Las Vegas,” said the bride. “A little Elvis, a little Frank Sinatra, some rodeo, and a lot of sparkle.”

Emo Forest Disco Meets Retro Rock ‘n’ Roll Wedding

Kat

Wild Things Wed

September 7, 2026

Emma walked down the aisle to a piano cover of Welcome to the Black Parade. Later, she and Dylan entered their reception doing the dance moves to Rollin’ by Limp Bizkit. Somewhere between the two came Celtic handfasting, cowboy hat ring boxes, an oathing stone and some pissed-off crows. It was exactly the wedding day they wanted.

Read All About It: Newsprint-Inspired Bridal Editorial

Kat

Leesha Williams Photo + Film

September 3, 2026

Usually when we put together a shoot theme, we have a pretty clear idea of where it’s heading from the start. We’re inspired by a particular gown, a fashion trend, a film, a subculture or just a vibe we want to create. Gothic romance… city wedding… desert elopement. But this shoot was different. We knew we wanted colour, but not in a bright, obvious, in-your-face way. We kept coming back to these washed-out tones that almost felt like neutrals. Butter yellow, pale lilac, faded blue, soft green… Colours that felt sun-bleached and understated. And the same time, we couldn’t shake the idea of incorporating newsprint.

Mid-Century Inspired Warehouse Wedding with a Tattoo Exchange Ceremony

Kat

Gabriel Conover

September 3, 2026

Adeline and Hunter chose to do a private elopement in Big Sur two weeks before the bigger wedding. Back in LA, they hosted a party at Mica Studios, huge studio warehouse which they styled with mid-century style furniture they bought mostly on Facebook marketplace.

The Anti-Tradition Wedding with Handmade Fashion, DIY Décor and Bingo

Kat

Kat Shot This

September 2, 2026

Leah repeatedly referred to her wedding as a “fake wedding” because she and Mark skipped so many of the expected traditions that, apart from the legally binding bit, their day had very little interest in seeming like one. There was no aisle, personalised vows or first dance. There were six ceremony guests, several handmade outfits, competitive bingo and a table of temporary tattoos. It also happened to be on Leah’s 30th birthday! “I love my birthday but don’t love the idea of being centre of attention so thought what a good way to have a party, combine the two!" she said. "I got to spend the day with all my favourite people!”

Rock n Roll Bride Magazine Issue 70: The Gothic Wedding Special

Kat

September 1, 2026

Every September we publish a gothic issue and it's my favourite one of the whole year to put together. There really is nothing quite like a gothic wedding - the fashion, the venues, the flowers, the details, the atmosphere – I love it all. And the whole idea of promising yourself to someone until death? That's incredibly dramatic. If you ask me, lifelong commitment has always been a little bit goth.

The Myth of the Chill Bride

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Kirsty Mackenzie

August 31, 2026

I have spent most of my adult life inside other people’s weddings. For over eighteen years couples have trusted me with the most personal day of their lives. They’ve DMed me the questions they don’t dare ask anyone else. Sent photos before anyone else saw them. Asked if I’d be willing to share their story on my website, my social media and my magazine. When I stop and think about it, it’s kind of mind blowing. I’ve watched thousands of people step into this moment where their private relationship briefly becomes something pretty public.

Moody Romance Meets Editorial Chic

Kat

Yazmin Jade Collective

August 28, 2026

Ashley and Lauren wanted an intimate, sexy vibe for their wedding. So they invited just forty guests and created a romantic, moody celebration. The lights were low, dramatic red drapery hung from the ceilings and walls, and the entire space was filled with lush florals and red pillar candles.

Childhood Whimsical Fantasy Wedding in Bangkok

Kat

Mcsiri Photographer

August 26, 2026

There are wedding flowers, and then there are enormous pink flowers with candy-striped centres, acid-green stems and waterfalls of iridescent tinsel. Muse and Tre, who married at The British Club in Bangkok, chose the second option. They worked with Also Known As Studio who transforming the venue's gardens and sports court into a colourful world inspired by childhood. Their décor team described the theme as “Childhood Whimsical Fantasy”, using playful materials, exaggerated proportions and unexpected colour combinations to give each part of the venue its own identity.

Mediterranean Summer Party with 70s Disco Soul

Kat

Lady Drewniak

August 24, 2026

Michelle and Jonathan planned a summer party infused with 70s vibes, faux flowers, and zero interest in tradition. The bride opted for a custom-made yellow floral ensemble, and the groom wore a floral patch, pearl and gem-covered suit by Reigner Clothing.

No Fuss, No Frills: Intimate Vintage Wedding with a Surprise Annoucement

Kat

Flames in Frame

August 21, 2026

Apart from her shoes, Lucy’s entire outfit, including her dress, veil, jewellery and bag, was bought second-hand. On the morning of the wedding, she did her own make-up and got ready without a huge group of people around her. That pretty much sums up Lucy and Aydin, a low-key couple who just wanted to celebrate with their favourite people without spending a fortune to do so.

Colour, Cats & Celestial Details: A Bowling Club Wedding on an 8k Budget

Kat

Alasdair Watson

August 19, 2026

Morag and Fran spent £7,800 on their Glasgow wedding and made almost everything themselves. The original plan was an 80s prom party, but as time progressed, Morag’s self-described “sparkly space princess” tendencies took over. Purple, blue and gold became the main colour scheme, with a dose of rainbow for good measure. They included Sailor Moon and Dragon Ball references which brought a 90s anime edge to the celestial styling.

Love-Filled Wedding with Vintage Details, Eclectic Vibes, and a Cake on Every Table

Kat

Kaitlynn Faith Photo

August 18, 2026

Rachel and Jada had already booked their venue and started planning their spring 2026 wedding when the political climate in the US began to change. As a lesbian couple in Utah, waiting another year and a half to become legally married began to feel like a risk. “We weren’t sure what would happen before our wedding or if we’d still be able to be legally married,” Rachel explained.