8 Reasons Why Rock n Roll Bride is the Only Wedding Magazine You’ll Ever Need (Plus issue 13 Is Now Available!)

Kat

February 26, 2017

Your eyes are not deceiving you, this IS the cover of the brand new issue of Rock n Roll Bride magazine, which is available for pre-order from today! Now I may be totally biased, but isn't that the coolest wedding magazine cover image you've EVER seen!? Shot by the incredible Jenn Emerling, Chrissa and Jon's kawaii pastel wonderland wedding is featured inside! By the way, do you know you can order Rock n Roll Bride magazine online for no extra cost than picking one up from the shops? Do you also know that you can subscribe meaning you'll never miss an issue? Here are nine reasons why I think you should be grabbing yourself a copy of this brand new issue right now along with a few sneak peeks inside!

Hipster Inspired Elopement Shoot

Rachel Webb

Maria Luise Bauer

February 25, 2017

This stunning elopement shoot took place in Melbourne and was shot and organised by German photographer Maria Luise Bauer.

Colourful Harry Potter, Zombie & Dinosaur Wedding

Rachel Webb

Claudia Rose Carter

February 24, 2017

Keri and Sean wanted a wedding theme that included dinosaurs, gnomes, Harry Potter and zombies! They hoped the day would be full of the things they like, to reflect themselves, and to be super relaxed and a whole lot of fun!

Once Upon a Dream: Bohemian Woodland Fairytale Wedding

Rachel Webb

[sp] Fotografija

February 23, 2017

Vita and Michailas described their wedding theme as 'a violet haze, bohemian, woodland fairytale'. They wanted their wedding to be very intimate and small, but magical. They focused on having lots of colours and flowers with a bit of glitz and copper details. Overall they wanted their wedding to be inspired by themselves and things they both love.

Alice in Wonderland Museum Wedding Inspired by Salvador Dali

Rachel Webb

Christina Maldonado

February 22, 2017

Paige and Rick described their wedding theme as 'a wedding in Wonderland' and they were inspired by a version of Lewis Carol's Alice in Wonderland illustrated by Salvador Dali. They used the book's illustrations as inspiration for their different centrepieces, various decor and overall funky feel. They wanted the visuals to inspire curiosity much like Dali himself and his artwork, and hoped their wedding would transport their guests down the rabbit hole to Wonderland...

Confetti Girls: National Wedding Show Vlog & Irregular Choice Unboxing!

Kat

February 21, 2017

Eclectic, Sparkly Wedding with Rustic Touches

Kat

Splendid Productions

February 21, 2017

Ali and Werner's South African wedding was eclectic but with rustic touches. They mixed and matched everything but planned it all to suit their venue, Black Horse Breweryin Magaliesburg.

Five Modern Wedding Ceremony Rituals You Might Not Have Thought Of

Guest Contributor

Laura Diliberto Photo

May 8, 2024

Weddings are becoming more and more personalised, with no two weddings you go to quite the same. But how can you bring this personalisation to the ceremony? With a celebrant wedding, the possibilities are endless and the more creative you and your celebrant are, the more unique and personal your ritual might be. There are some more traditional rituals like handfasting or union candle rituals, which can be very beautiful and meaningful. But why not try something a little more offbeat - here are five ideas to get you started!

Ask Alysia: Shop Local for Your Wedding Outfit

Kat

Arianna Belle

May 3, 2024

Help! I ordered what I thought was the same dress I tried on in store for cheaper online, but when it came in it’s nothing like the picture!

Pre-Wedding Jitters? How to Warm Up Your Cold Feet

Jon Carpenter

Angel’s Lovers

April 24, 2024

Wedding day jitters aren’t to be taken lightly. The guilt, the self-doubt, the midnight anxiety. You know what? Let’s just say it how it is, you’re going through some serious shit here. So, for the next few minutes, I’m gonna try and be as positive, calm and reassuring as possible. Like someone might talk to a horse that’s about to bolt.

The Nightmare Wedding Guest

Rachel Darwin

Claire Roige

April 18, 2024

Any couple planning their wedding can exercise control over the napkins, the choice of wine, the four different flavour combinations of the cake. But, how can we properly prepare ourselves for one of the scariest monsters a couple can contend with at their wedding… the nightmare guest?

Ask Alysia: Pushing Bridal Boundaries

Alysia Cole

Bohemian Rose

April 4, 2024

How do I wear a colourful dress but still feel bridal?

Expectations vs Reality: The Emotional Ups and Downs of Wedding Planning

Guest Contributor

Leesha Williams

March 27, 2024

Wedding planning is often portrayed as a blissful journey towards a perfect day, but the reality can be far from it. Join licensed therapist (and bride-to-be) Tasha Bailey as she shares an honest insight into some of the emotional challenges you might experience along the way.

Five Reasons to Ditch the Traditional Engagement Ring

Guest Contributor

March 12, 2024

You've probably heard the saying “diamonds are a girl’s best friend”, but as a jeweller, I have to disagree, and so do a growing number of jewellery lovers. The traditional solitaire diamond is falling out of fancy with many modern couples. This is especially true among those who value a more ethical approach or who don’t feel the need to play by others’ rules.

Gothic Glamour, Summer Camp & Murder Mystery Wedding

Kat

Leah Schlect

March 29, 2024

Patrick and Kristin chose La Foret, a 1930s summer lodge in Colorado Springs as the location for their gothic meets summer camp wedding. Married just before Halloween, they blended eerie elements with the rustic, natural charm of the location. Every nook and cranny of the venue was adorned with original taxidermy, wood carvings, textiles, and wrought iron.

Horror Themed Halloween Wedding

Kat

Assassynation

March 25, 2024

Carly and Adam’s horror-themed Halloween wedding was a celebration of their love story, but also their mutual love for scary movies and all things spooky. Taking place on Halloween night (when else!?) the day was filled with "horrifyingly" amazing on-theme elements.

Boho Maximalist Vulture Culture Wedding

Kat

Tori Sokalski

February 19, 2024

Jasmine and Asher's wedding, described by the couple as "a boho-maximalist-vulture-culture wedding since it just hits all of the buzz words" was a combination of their love of natural artifacts with a fantasy feel since they're both self confessed nerds, The pair, who met in college in biology lab, were married at Fonthill Castle in Pennsylvania, the day before Halloween.

Haunted Hearts: A Wednesday Addams Inspired Editorial for Rock n Roll Bride Magazine

Kat

Wijas Patty

November 9, 2023

It wouldn’t have been a spooky themed issue without a suitably gothic editorial. For our cover shoot in our Sept/Oct edition, we used two models so we could show both the light and dark side – and we think the interplay and contrast between black and white really works. And yes, you can definitely bring a gothic vibe to your wedding look while still wearing white!

Dark Academia & Botanical Halloween Wedding

Kat

Applehead Photography and Design

November 3, 2023

Heather and Tyler's bewitching celebration was dark academia meets gothic Victorian garden themed. With the help of their suppliers, they meticulously curated to reflect their shared love for Halloween.

Halloween Wedding with Guests in Fancy Dress

Kat

Jennifer See Studio

October 25, 2023

It was a day filled with gothic elegance and spooky charm as Zoe and Jeremy tied the knot in a Halloween-inspired celebration. A spectacular blend of classic romance and eerie vibes, the day was reminiscent of a scene straight out of a Tim Burton movie.

Spooky & Elegant ‘Witch of the Woods’ Costume Party Wedding with A Tea Ceremony

Kat

Alazzia Gianni

September 25, 2023

Describing their wedding theme as 'subtle Halloween', Diana and Jon aimed for a blend of spooky and elegant, capturing the essence of a 'Witch of the Woods'. They incorporated a Vietnamese/ Chinese Tea Ceremony where Diana wore a custom Vietnamese áo dài designed by her mother. They then ended the night with a costume party!

Black & Pink Emo Meets Corpse Bride Inspired Wedding

Kat

Massey

May 1, 2024

Naomi and Stuart, who met in a tattoo shop. wanted a wedding that to 'make their emo 13-year-old selves proud'. At The City Rooms in Leicester they tied the knot in an intimate ceremony, followed by a reception kicked off with a rock band performance!

Private California Redwoods Elopement

Kat

Michelle Larralde

April 29, 2024

Shelby and Jill eloped in the California Redwoods, surrounded by nature. They said their vows privately with the trees around them before heading to the clifftops for photos and a private picnic. The day was fuss and stress-free and exactly what they wanted it to be.

Low Key London Legal Wedding with a Gothic, Nerdy Edge

Kat

Lorna Newman Weddings

April 19, 2024

Sammi and Anton are having a big wedding in August on a private island in the Philippines, but as they live in London, they needed to do the legal bit here. So, they decided to make a day of it - inviting their closest family for a ceremony (on their anniversary) at Camden Register Office, dressing up and getting some great photos!

Rockabilly Wedding in Germany with Wedding Day Tattoos

Kat

Natalescha

April 17, 2024

Kevin and Larissa's wedding was held in Wambacher Mühle, an old mill museum, in Schlangenbad, Germany. Rescheduled three times due to COVID, third time was certainly lucky charm for this pair and they eventually tied the knot on the 23rd June 2023.

Dive Bar Themed Wedding in Denver

Kat

Duker Weddings

April 15, 2024

Their love dive bars and music is what inspired Hannah and Alex's Denver nuptials. Their legendary wedding was full of DIY elements and they had vintage arcade games as entertainment. They even ended the night with an 'emo hour' where their DJ played all their favourite emo and pop punk songs!

Free-Spirited Elopement on the Open Road

Kat

Haley McElroy

April 5, 2024

Inspired by the rebellious romance of Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian, Kristan and Dylan eloped in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Riding to the ceremony on their motorecycle, this day was only about one thing - them!

Vintage Travel Themed Wedding in an Airplane Hanger

Kat

Gracie May

March 28, 2024

Billy and Crystal had a stunning micro wedding at Orlando Apopka Private Airfield last summer. The first couple ever to get married there, they had their legal ceremony a few days before at the courthouse and just wanted a small gathering with their favourite people for the reception. In total they spent $3,000.

Black & Pink Emo Meets Corpse Bride Inspired Wedding

Kat

Massey

May 1, 2024

Naomi and Stuart, who met in a tattoo shop. wanted a wedding that to 'make their emo 13-year-old selves proud'. At The City Rooms in Leicester they tied the knot in an intimate ceremony, followed by a reception kicked off with a rock band performance!

Low Key London Legal Wedding with a Gothic, Nerdy Edge

Kat

Lorna Newman Weddings

April 19, 2024

Sammi and Anton are having a big wedding in August on a private island in the Philippines, but as they live in London, they needed to do the legal bit here. So, they decided to make a day of it - inviting their closest family for a ceremony (on their anniversary) at Camden Register Office, dressing up and getting some great photos!

Gothic Glamour, Summer Camp & Murder Mystery Wedding

Kat

Leah Schlect

March 29, 2024

Patrick and Kristin chose La Foret, a 1930s summer lodge in Colorado Springs as the location for their gothic meets summer camp wedding. Married just before Halloween, they blended eerie elements with the rustic, natural charm of the location. Every nook and cranny of the venue was adorned with original taxidermy, wood carvings, textiles, and wrought iron.

Horror Themed Halloween Wedding

Kat

Assassynation

March 25, 2024

Carly and Adam’s horror-themed Halloween wedding was a celebration of their love story, but also their mutual love for scary movies and all things spooky. Taking place on Halloween night (when else!?) the day was filled with "horrifyingly" amazing on-theme elements.

A Gothic & Horror Romance

Kat

Yu

February 2, 2024

Inspired by Morticia and Gomez Addams, Nathalie and Rich wanted their Easter Sunday wedding to feature all their favourite things such as horror, alternative fashion and vegan food. They had a small budget of £7,000 but by stripping away a lot of the extras, they were still able to have the most beautiful day.

Gothic Meets Celestial Brewery Wedding on a Budget

Kat

Laura Wilson

January 24, 2024

Claire and Ralph own a small pub, so naturally they got married in a working brewery! With a budget of just £4,000, they pulled off both an intimate family wedding at the registry office, and then a few days later a bit party for everyone else. "We chose to get married around Halloween as it's my favourite time of year", Claire told us, "I also wanted to bring in my love for all things celestial."

Modern, Monochromatic Romance on the Gold Coast

Kat

Bianca Virtue Weddings

January 15, 2024

Merging their personal styles into a dark, subtly gothic, yet warmly romantic theme, Mia and Ben were married on the Gold Coast in April. Their journey began at the age of 15 when they met through mutual friends, but it wasn't until 2016 that their romance blossomed.

Reverie: An Editorial for Rock n Roll Bride Magazine All About Tactility and Texture in Bridal Fashion

Kat

Kirsty Mackenzie

March 4, 2024

Step into the future of bridal fashion as we unveil a sensory revolution in wedding dresses! For 2024/25, bridal designers are truly pushing the boundaries and using a range of innovative fabrics to transform gowns into masterpieces that not only captivate the eyes but tantalise all your senses.

An Old Florida Inspired Grungy Elopement

Kat

Chupich

February 16, 2024

With a budget of just $500, but a ton of ideas, photographer Florence Chupich and florist Revel teamed up to create this elopement photo shoot. It was inspired by the 'old' part of Florida, away from the tourist traps and theme parks.

Rock n Roll Inspired Elvis Vows with Velvet, Guitars and a Getaway Car

Kat

BG Studios

February 9, 2024

You're going to adore this homage to the spirit of rock n' roll mixed with Valentine's Day motifs. Inspired by none other than the King of Rock n' Roll himself, Elvis Presley, this wedding shoot was all about creating a retro, loved up, nostalgic mood, set against the backdrop of love's most celebrated day. Velvet textures mixed with reds and pinks created this visual feast that was all about celebrating love!

Kitsch & Cute with an Edge: A Pink & Red Valentine’s Day Wedding Shoot

Kat

Bohemian Rose

February 6, 2024

Everyday is Valentine's Day when you work at Rock n Roll Bride, but with the real V-Day just over a week away, we couldn't help but seek out some of the cutest love heart-filled content to share! First up, this beaut of a shoot from a crew of Birmingham-based wedding suppliers.

Parma Violet: A Maximalist Editorial At Eaton House for Rock n Roll Bride Magazine

Kat

Joanna Bongard

January 12, 2024

When dreaming up the editorial for the maximalism themed issue, there was only one location that we felt could truly fit the bill - the outrageously creative, fairytale paradise that is Eaton House Studio.

Haunted Hearts: A Wednesday Addams Inspired Editorial for Rock n Roll Bride Magazine

Kat

Wijas Patty

November 9, 2023

It wouldn’t have been a spooky themed issue without a suitably gothic editorial. For our cover shoot in our Sept/Oct edition, we used two models so we could show both the light and dark side – and we think the interplay and contrast between black and white really works. And yes, you can definitely bring a gothic vibe to your wedding look while still wearing white!

A Wedding Event for Goths, Emo & Metalheads: The TilDeath Gothic Luxe Wedding Fair in Leeds

Kat

Vicky Dubois

October 23, 2023