Why go Vintage? Flapper girls. The Great Gatsby. The roaring 1920s. Today, the world is looking back on some of the greatest times in fashion. The bridal industry is following the trend with more and more brides choosing to go for a vintage feel on their big day. Lace dresses, subdued colors, and lots of champagne are the basics to accomplish this elegant, timeless look. Here are some tips and techniques to nail the perfect vintage wedding.
Let's get the colors right. Every bride knows how important their wedding colors are and with the vintage bride they are still just as important (if not more!). The vintage bride's colors must be muted. Beautiful, dull, or subtle colors are the way to go. Try to implement beige, ivory, toupe, or stone grey as your base color. For accent colors get creative, but I suggest colors like siege green, vintage rose pink, peachy orange, or deep purple.
Our Vintage Bride: No self respecting vintage bride would be caught dead in the wrong dress. We're not looking for a ball gown, an uber modern frock, or a trashy cleavage holder. The vintage bride needs a lacey form fitting number in the mermaid, silhouette, or A-line vein. These styles scream the '20's and are the perfect base for achieving the look we desire. Now as you're leafing through hundreds of dresses you can narrow it down real quick as we are going to stay away from the standard white dress affair. Instead we are going to go for a blush or ivory piece of lace. This is a must. Now we need to add the wedding accessories that will accentuate our hip style. First you must have a birdcage veil. These are hugely popular right now and you will have no trouble falling in love with this look. Next take a feathered or gem wedding comb to add a little sparkle to your hairstyle. From here your going to get creative. Grab eye catching necklaces and earrings. Pearls are a must along with BIG jewels. Get something that can't help but be noticed and you are on the right track. When it comes to makeup use your own style but remember you can't go wrong with blush and bright red lips. Add a pair of stunning long satin gloves and you will be killing it on your wedding day.
A Vintage Brides Bouquet: If you are feeling adventurous try the DIY broach bouquet made with authentic vintage antiques. If flowers are more your style, grab your favorite flowers in a collection of muted colors. Don't forget the baby's breath!
Well what good is a wedding without a party? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Now what's a party without music? Not a party, that's what. No DJ or smarmy wedding singer at this show. We are going to hire the best Glen Miller impersonator we can find and get the party swinging. And hey, don't be afraid to toss aside the tired organ and waltz down the aisle to a four piece jazz outfit. It will surely class up the joint.
Make sure your guests know before the big day about your vintage theme. Ask them to wear vintage suits and dresses if they are comfortable (just don't pressure them). Have your bridesmaids decked out in short, detailed, dresses. Have them wear pearls and vintage headbands to complete the vintage look.
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