Unique Wedding Ideas
Here Comes The Guide has been around since 1989, so we've seen our fair share of wedding trends. But one thing we know for sure? There are always new and exciting ways to make a wedding uniquely YOU. The creativity of our wedding venues, vendors, and couples never ceases to amaze us!
Are you jonesing for a one-of-a-kind wedding? Find inspo via the articles below! From some of the most unique wedding venues across the country to ideas that show off a signature sense of style, there's no shortage of inspiration when it comes to creating a truly distinct day.
16 Out-of-the-Box Wedding Venue Ideas
If the vision you have for your wedding is far from cookie-cutter, start with an unexpected or unconventional venue! We've listed 16 ideas for nontraditional locations that will take your wedding to next-level status.
18 Fetching Wedding Ideas for Dog Lovers
We've all seen those precious pictures of puppy ring bearers and Dogs of Honor, but sometimes it's just not possible to include your dog in the actual wedding! If you can't bring your pooch to the party, here are 18 pawsitively awesome ways to incorporate your dog(s) into the big day—without having them physically present.
9 Unique Bachelorette Party Ideas
Las Vegas is the obvious choice for a bachelorette bash, but a wild weekend of drinks and dancing isn't the only option! Whether you're looking to save money or just want a chill get-together with your favorite gal pals, we've got you covered with these outside-the-box bachelorette party ideas.
Distinctively Different: 10 Unique San Antonio Wedding Venues
In a city as richly diverse as San Antonio, you’ll find a wealth of out-of-the-ordinary settings. San Antonio offers a surprising variety of unique places for a wedding, and we've selected a handful for you to check out.
19 of the Funniest Wedding Signs We've Ever Seen
We're all about injecting a little humor into the big day, and one of our favorite ways to do it is with a punny wedding sign. Need some inspo? Check out 19 of the funniest wedding signs we've ever seen.
13 Affordable Wedding Venue Options (That Don't Feel Cheap)
While the venue will take a healthy bite out of your overall wedding budget, you don't want it to consume the whole thing! When you choose a nontraditional venue, like the 13 types listed here, you're likely to enjoy a unique setting along with a lower price point. And we call that a win-win.
15 Non-Alcoholic Wedding Bar Ideas
While your typical cocktail-serving bar is always a good time, why not shake things up a bit with these non-alcoholic alternatives? From fruit juice to flavored popcorn, check out these 15 ideas for interactive wedding stations!
Say Goodbye to DIY! 14 All-Inclusive San Antonio TX Wedding Venues
If you don't feel like handling most of the wedding details yourself, choose a place that will take care of many of them for you. San Antonio TX is home to a variety of wedding venues that are all-inclusive, from a century-old stone chapel and Victorian hotel to a pavilion in the vineyards and historic train depot.
Dare To Be Different: 7 Unique Houston Wedding Venues
Nicknamed “Space City”, Houston is not only the largest city in Texas, it's also big on out-of-the-ordinary wedding venues. From a Major League Baseball stadium to a historic aviation museum, it's home to unique places that will appeal to couples looking for something completely different.
15 Swoon-worthy Small Wedding Ideas
Small weddings provide a bit more wiggle room with the budget, which allows ample opportunity to get creative. To prove it, here's a compilation of swoon-worthy ideas for a small wedding that you'll no doubt want to steal.
8 Tips for a Rainy-Day Wedding
Even the best laid plans can get slammed by Mother Nature, but rainy-day weddings don't have to be a bummer! We firmly believe that rain on your wedding day means good luck, and to help you embrace any possible showers, we've listed some of our best rainy-day wedding tips.
6 All-Inclusive Wedding Venues in Downtown Sacramento CA
Sacramento has been California's capitol since 1854, and its vibrant downtown area is home to some fantastic wedding venues where they take care of most of the details for you. From a historic 1890s mansion and turn-of-the century ballrooms to a waterfront riverboat and luxury hotel with a rooftop terrace, the city boasts a range of unique event spaces.
11 Unique Connecticut Wedding Venues
Connecticut offers a range of unique wedding venues that can make your celebration anything but ordinary. From a riverfront museum and dramatic performing arts center to a historic mansion & gardens or former lace factory, here's a selection of unique Connecticut wedding venues well worth checking out.
The Sky's The Limit! 7 Los Angeles Rooftop Wedding Venues
For spectacular views of Los Angeles' skyline and sunsets, rooftop wedding venues cannot be beat. From a 7th-floor penthouse to a 73rd-floor open-air Sky Deck, The City of Angels offers unique places that will take your celebration to a higher level—literally.
6 Ideas for your Industrial Wedding Arch
One element that will take your industrial venue from drab to fab? A killer wedding ceremony arch. So we've put together 6 ideas—and lots of photos—to help inspire yours.
5 Ways To Keep Your Wedding Guests Entertained
Besides tying the knot, the ultimate wedding goal is making sure everyone has a blast. But between saying "I do" and cutting the cake, there's a lot of time to fill! Sitting at a table all night is no one's idea of a good time, so we've listed 5 ways to avoid awkward gaps and entertain your guests all wedding long.
7 Ideas for your Outdoor Wedding Arch
When you get married in the great outdoors, Mother Nature is basically your floral designer. But one décor item you may want to splurge on? A killer wedding ceremony arch. We've put together 7 ideas (and 22 gorgeous photos!) to help inspire yours.
The "Magic City" Spotlight: 6 Unique Birmingham, Alabama Wedding Venues
Birmingham, AL has no shortage of wedding venues, and if you're looking for a place that's out of the ordinary you won't be disappointed. From a Mountaintop park/museum to a restored warehouse with both vintage charm and modern amenities, here are some of the city's most unique spots to host your big day.
Georgia Gems: 7 Unique Savannah Wedding Venues
Savannah is known for so many things: fabulous architecture, natural beauty (who doesn't love those gorgeous Spanish moss-draped trees?), great food, and balmy weather even in winter! It's not surprising that movies like Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil and Forrest Gump were filmed there…or that this city is home to quite a few unique wedding venues. Check out the ones we've highlighted!
19 Engagement Photo Ideas That Rock Our Socks Off
Are you looking for unique photo ideas for your engagement session? Look no further—these couples nailed it. Here are 19 engagement photo ideas that rock our socks off.
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