[dropcap]P[/dropcap]lanning a fresh, unique wedding can be a difficult feat, especially when you read about all these glamorous celebrity weddings in magazines, but having a classy one is not. Instead of opting for a completely modern feel, why not give good old vintage a try. In fact, going with the vintage route can be ideal for setting a perfect romantic and stress-free atmosphere leading up to your special day. Here we share tips on how to plan a vintage wedding, and turn your potential bridal pandemonium into a well-organized love celebration.
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The best and most vintage like venues usually don’t require so much forethought, and often have less complications. Your special day could take place in your close friend’s garden or even at your grandparent’s lovely wooden house in the mountains. Nature, in general, is a great background to recreate a stunning vintage feel. However, do take weather conditions into consideration first. And definitely go for places that don’t need a ton of decorations. Just some key details as a personal touch. Remember, keeping your vintage wedding tasteful (and not tacky) means less is more.
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We suggest narrowing down a color scheme of your choice, and making sure it flows all throughout your wedding—venue and all. Great “vintage” colors we recommend are the soft and delicate pastels like rose and beige combos, crisp mint, or champagne and gold tints for the luxurious ambiance. Seems trivial, but the color scheme should not be set aside as this sets the mood and ties everything together.
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Once you have settled on a color scheme, it’s time to think about decorative elements like table centrepieces. Opt for a modest and charming centrepiece that adds sophistication but won’t overpower or crowd the table. Light can greatly contribute to that timeless vintage atmosphere. Think soft and dimmed lights, enclosed candles, and for the rustic feel, overhead glowworm inspired lanterns.
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As a bride-to-be, finding the perfect “vintage” wedding dress is at the top of your list. But you may be having trouble with what type of options you have. Here are some suggestions for the 2015:
- A Blouson dress with sequin and bead stitching in light peach shade.
- An art deco decadent piece with intricate but appropriate sequin embroidery with thin straps in ivory.
- A Filigree all-white tulle gown with column bottom and V-neck.
The key to a successful dress shopping experience is to make sure you pick a dress that not only works well with the wedding scheme, but also feels and looks good on you.
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There’s no party like the wedding warm-up evening before the big day. If you’re on a generous budget, why not go the ten yards. A fun option for you and your close gals is to dress up like flappers. Simply rent out costumes or hire a seamstress to tailor the custom-made dresses for your besties. Accessories like lace, ribbons, satin gloves and the rest can be found in a larger sewing store and thrift shops. Think about getting hen’s party supplies like T-shirts, lingerie or short shorts (if it’s summer time) as cute memorabilia items. This way you don’t overspend while still having a night to remember.
Now that you’ve decided on a vintage wedding, and devised a plan (with several our tips we hope), time to go about making it a reality. Just remember that every wedding hits some sort of glitch along the way—never quite following the plan to a T—however, don’t let it spoil your special day.
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