Intimate €5,000 Night-Time Wedding in Dublin

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Katy Hill Photo

October 7, 2026

As night fell, eighteen guests watched as Sarah walked herself down the aisle as a violinist played November Rain. The room was filled with candlelit as she as David said their vows. The Woollen Mill gave them the setting, a Dublin restaurant where they could legally marry and then head downstairs for dinner.

The Anti-Diamond Engagement Ring Guide

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Natalescha

October 6, 2026

By now we've all heard the De Beers diamond lore. In 1947, one slogan to promote diamonds as the stone for engagement rings changed everything. ‘A Diamond Is Forever’ was conceived by a copywriter in an advertising agency and it's now widely considered one of the most influential marketing campaigns of all time. Before this, there was no particular stone always used for engagement rings. Yet just like Queen Victoria and her white wedding dress, diamonds became a trend. Tradition followed and history pretty much rewrote itself.

My Chemical Romance Inspired All-Black Cemetery Wedding

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McKenzie Bigliazzi

October 6, 2026

Dressed head to toe in black, Makylah and Anthony exchanged vows inside the Little Ivy Chapel at Denver’s Fairmount Cemetery before heading into the cemetery itself for their portraits. The music video for My Chemical Romance’s Helena was their main reference.

A Private Joshua Tree Elopement

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Arrakis Films

October 5, 2026

Alana and Alex registered their marriage in Los Angeles, skipped the formal ceremony and then drove into the desert. That was their full wedding plan - they settled into a villa in Joshua Tree for a few days of good food, wine, and time together.

You Don’t Need a New Face to Get Married: The Alternative Bride’s Beauty Prep Guide

Guest Contributor

October 5, 2026

A simple, beginner-friendly guide to building a natural skincare routine for aging skin, what to use, what to skip, and how to keep it natural.

Designer Spotlight: Midnight Blooms from Percacciolo Collection

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Tom Moore Studios

October 2, 2026

Vintage lace, hand-dyed details and haunting silhouettes come together in Percacciolo Collection’s latest range of veils and accessories. Based in Beacon, New York, designer Nicole Percacciolo creates handcrafted pieces for nearlyweds who want something bolder than traditional bridal. Her work brings together two distinct sides of her personal style: the harder edge of her darkwear line and the softness of lace, draping and classic bridal silhouettes.

Gothic Rock Disco

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James Frost

October 1, 2026

Yasmine and Matt wanted a Dita Von Teese meets gothic rock disco vibe for their October wedding. They brought in skull props and dry ice, had a black wedding cake, temporary tattoos as favours, and glitterball pumpkins. A drag queen performed in the evening and guests were given a dress code that was simply: “Flair as f*ck.”

Analogue Disco Wedding in a Gymnasium

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Nellie Bradford

September 30, 2026

In a world increasingly dominated by AI and creating things in the cheapest and most efficient way, there's something extra magical about a wedding that specifically focused on analogue elements. Rachel and Ryan filled a former YMCA with physical music (vinyl), photography (film), homemade quilts, vintage Valentines and a coffee bar.

Ask An Expert: Suppliers, Sensory Overload and Staying Sane

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Solen Collet

September 4, 2026

I’m autistic and finding wedding planning really overstimulating. Do you have any advice for making the process feel calmer and more manageable?

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.

How to Preserve Your Wedding Bouquet

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Joanna Bongard

August 28, 2026

Your wedding bouquet has been carried down the aisle, passed between lots of diffident people, photographed from every possible angle and possibly abandoned beside the dance floor while you went feral to MCR. there are some beautiful ways to preserve them though, you just have to make the arrangements before the wedding because cut flowers start deteriorating fast. Do not leave the decision and research until after the wedding or you'll have much fewer options. if any at all.

What Every Couple Should Know About Wedding Supplier Contracts

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Natalescha

August 27, 2026

Wedding contracts are easy to skim when you are keen to secure your date, but the details are very important. Never sign anything or pay a deposit until you've read and understood everything properly! A wedding supplier's contract should cove what they will provide, what you are expected to pay (and when) and what happens if either side cannot fulfil the booking. Here is what to look for:

Hellvis, Burlesque & Baby Elvis: Inside This $5K Las Vegas Wedding Shot Entirely on Film

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Cactus Bloom

May 25, 2026

EErin and Thomas got married at Sure Thing Chapel with Hellvis officiating, a burlesque dancer surprising the guests midway through the ceremony, and their one-year-old daughter dressed in a miniature Hellvis costume. The whole thing was shot entirely on film, which suited the mood perfectly.

Vintage Meets Vegas Elopement on Their Own Terms

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To Have Her

May 21, 2026

Amanda and Connor got married at A Little White Wedding Chapel at midday, ate burgers at In-N-Out by 1pm, spent the afternoon inside Meow Wolf, then ended the night in dive bars before heading to the Neon Museum. From the beginning, they knew exactly what they didn’t want: a big, traditional wedding with timelines, formalities and months of pressure.

Love Turned Up to 11: A Vegas Wedding with Dog Stickers, Hellvis & a Vintage Buick

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Jamie Y

March 13, 2026

Louisa and Bernie had already shared two decades of life before deciding to get married. Their story began more than twenty years earlier during a brief meeting in London. They didn't get together right away, but years later, Bernie walked back into Louise’s life and the timing finally felt right.

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.

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.

Love, Art and a Vintage Mustang: Why This Couple Threw Out the Expected Wedding Timeline

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The Berhardts

August 10, 2026

Em and Odin had been together for 11 years by the time they married, so they didn't love the idea of spending the morning apart. Instead, they got ready at home, surrounded by their wedding party, then travelled to Montsalvat Estate in a vintage Mustang together.

For the Love of Music: A Festival Inspired Tennessee Wedding

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Makayla Earl

August 6, 2026

A Silverstein sticker is what started Noel and Val’s relationship. They were working for the same company when Noel spotted the band’s logo on Val’s laptop and struck up a conversation. That small piece of emo memorabilia revealed a shared obsession with music, leading to gigs, festivals, record shopping and, eventually, a wedding designed like their own private festival.

Gothic Glam at the Golf Club

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Randi Rae

August 3, 2026

Ashley and Colin had known each other for 20 years before their friendship turned into something deeper. Neither had expected their relationship to take a romantic turn, but once it clicked there was nothing like it. This simmer they gathered 200 people for a goth glam wedding at a golf club, and are now expecting their first baby girl in September.

Dark, Moody & Budget-Friendly Minnesota Wedding

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Sydney Kate

May 15, 2026

Ashlyn had known since she was eighteen that she would get married in black. Her grandma laughed when she first mentioned it. “You’ll change your mind by the time you get married,” she said. But guess what? She never did.

Soft Goth Runaway Wedding in Denmark

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Natalescha

May 14, 2026

Dylan (from the UK) and Nadine (from Germany) met the way a lot of modern love stories now begin: online. Both musicians, they first connected through TikTok after Nadine commented on one of Dylan’s covers of Simple Math by Manchester Orchestra. He messaged her directly and before long they were talking every day, singing together over video calls while navigating a UK-to-Germany long-distance relationship.

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.

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.

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.

Pride Is 365 Days a Year: Why Representation Still Matters in Wedding Media

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William Judd

June 25, 2026

Every June, the internet turns rainbow. Logos change colour, brands dust off their Pride collections and social feeds fill up with statements of support. Then, on July 1st, many of those rainbows disappear.

Woodland Disco: A Wedding Shoot Full of Queer Love, Body Diversity & Gender Expression

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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.