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Inclusive Weddings

Same-sex marriage inspires other unconventional nuptial ceremonies

Implications - Even though same-sex marriage is not legal all over the world, it does not mean that the gay population is excluded from celebrating their love. The rise in the acceptance of same-sex relationships has lead to other typically “unconventional” matrimony ceremonies that take the road -- or aisle -- less traveled.
Trend Themes
1. Inclusive Weddings - The rise in the acceptance of same-sex relationships has led to other typically unconventional matrimony ceremonies.
2. Customized Specialized Weddings - Consumers' interest in developing specialized wedding ceremonies is increasing, and by offering the option to customize a product or service, businesses can appeal to a wider demographic that encompasses several alternative subgroups.
3. Unique Wedding Themes - Companies and businesses will benefit by producing unique and innovative products that will differentiate customers from others.
Industry Implications
1. Event Planning - The rise of inclusive and specialized weddings indicates an opportunity for event planners to offer unique and customized wedding services to clients.
2. Wedding Fashion - The trend towards having unique and alternative wedding ceremonies provides an opportunity for wedding fashion designers to create new and distinct products to cater to each theme.
3. LGBTQ+ Rights - Inclusive weddings demonstrate the progress of LGBTQ+ rights, creating an opportunity for businesses to support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community.
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Featured Examples

Double Dress Weddings
Double Dress Weddings
One Same-Sex Couple Breaks Stereotypes by Both Wearing White Gowns
When Carlyn and Brittany decided to get married, they broke the long-held lesbian stereotype where one partner forgoes the dress and wears a pantsuit. These gals made their special day a double dress wedding.… MORE
Holiday-Themed Queer Weddings
Holiday-Themed Queer Weddings
Pinkee and Pony Seal the Deal in a Cemetery
Pinkee and Pony went ahead and made it official with a full-on Dia de los Muertos-themed wedding, and it all went down in a cemetery. I believe the Bible has a word for this: "badass." The wedding was… MORE
Freak Show Nuptials
Freak Show Nuptials
Dina and Gary's Wedding Brought the Circus to Their Vows
Dina and Gary’s New Jersey will be one that all attending won’t soon forget. Holding the ceremony and reception in a vintage bowling alley only helped the freak show wedding theme that they had intended.… MORE
Lesbian Winery Weddings
Lesbian Winery Weddings
Erin and Erica's Fantasy Nuptials Showcase Who They Are
Dear lesbians, you win. Seriously, I think you guys are great and pretty much everything you do is awesome (we won’t talk about Rosie O’Donnell). Trust me, I have given serious thought about joining your… MORE
Rollin' Wheelchair Brides
Rollin' Wheelchair Brides
Andy and Jeff Say 'I do' to Accessible Weddings
When Andy and Jeff were married, they didn't need to decorate their car with a 'Just Married' sign as Andy already had one attached to the back of her wheelchair. The wheelchair bride and her happy groom… MORE
Cushy Nuptials
Cushy Nuptials
Korean Man Lee Jin-gyu Marries Anime Body Pillow
A Korean man named Lee-Jin-gyu has fallen in love with his anime body pillow. The connection that he shared with this pillow was so deep that he decided to make it official by proposing to her. According… MORE
Sapphic Fairytale Weddings
Sapphic Fairytale Weddings
Meghann and Shasta Channel 'Beauty and the Beast' for Their Nuptials
Upon viewing images from this 'Beauty and the Beast' themed wedding of Meghann and Shasta, my head almost exploded. One bride wore a Belle-inspired yellow gown, while the other bride wore a powder blue… MORE

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