Lets talk Vintage Part 2

As we continue with Let's Talk Vintage.

Vintage Reception Looks. Your somewhere in time wedding

Vintage Arrival:

Ditch the Limo, Make an entrance. Roll up in a High End vintage vehicle for all to see. After all you all are the stars of the show.

Sweet Style: Make your debut in a floaty tulle dress with delicate crystal embroidered cap sleeves, or A Pale Pink dress looks glamourous especially with an ostrich feather petticoat peeking out. 

A Cameo Appearance; These hand carved items further lends to the bygone era. Cameo Drop Earrings, Rings and Pendant.

Subtle Stones: Rose Quartz & Black Diamond Jewelry add quiet touches of color. The black spinel beads and gold necklace. Black diamond necklace are accented by the rose quartz. A leaf pendant on a vermeil chain. Pink pearls can give a classy look. Black & Gold; a great mixture can also lend an air of elegance to the trousseau.

Pink & Black Table setting: Using Pink as your backdrop and ebony as a border on plain white plates. 

For favor boxes use a thin black & white striped ribbon on the top, then glue a plastic cameo over it. Adding Lace or a feather can also give a vintage look to a plain favor box. 

Turn heads; everyone will be looking at you both. All decked out in such  elegant attire. Enjoy a vintage sunset.

Let's Talk Vintage

Vintage Elements are a Hot Wedding Trend right now, plus they are eco-friendly and will likely save you money!

Your jewelry can be vintage heirloom rings or your grandmother's pearls which are a special way to honor her on your wedding day. Infuse the day with a retro chic look. 

Scour consignment stores for vintage mason jars, pitchers, tins or vases. You can fill them with flowers for centerpieces of load them with candy for a colorful and sweet display. Find vintage fabrics to use as your table covers, to wrap your bouquet; or to serve to use on your invitations. For the ultimate Retro-glam find a Vintage gown and have a good tailor fit it for you.




Get Inspiration from Vintage Classic styles of a forgotten era. It's amazing how many brides and grooms are returning to the "Vintage" look. It's a gimmick free style that guests of all ages will warm up to. It's also perennially tasteful, offering a way to create a wedding thats romantic and traditional and generally never boring.

 There are 3 tips to remember when choosing a vintage style wedding.

• Choose a theme: Complete Vintage; or Simple with Vintage Ideas; Reminders of the past. (Bride's Dress, Grooms Suit, Invitations)

• Choose an Era: Each era has certain details that make it unique. The Roaring 20's have that irreverent spirit that's associated to banquets an great hollywood parties.

• Vintage Details: When you think of a style of a certain era, you should also decide if you want to add a romantic; special; extravagant; or ecological touch to it in order to guarantee that you are indeed planning the wedding of your dreams. You can take it one step further and ask your guests to come to the wedding dressed according to the theme you have chosen for your vintage wedding.

Lets Do vintage CONTINUED Next Week....

Your Wedding Day

Wedding Dresses: - How you look and feel in your wedding dress is very important. It sets the tone for the day. You should feel like royalty and look it. This is the day your Prince Charming will sweep you off your feet. Choosing your dress is one of the most important things you would ever do in your life, next to buying your home.

 

Your dress can be a family heirloom, a hand made gift from a family member or close friend. A gift from your grandparent or parents. The important is it should fit perfectly and show off all your curves.











The Modern bride looks for a pop of color either Champagne, Light Pink, Light Blue or Ivory. There are so many styles to choose from. It wan be very overwhelming. Try not choose more than 4 bridal gowns at a time, you might confuse yourself trying to pick.








Choose a dress that you would be excited to wear and the air of anticipation for the day to put it on so everyone can see you in it. You must look and feel special on your big day. Try to hire a wedding planner, one who loves what she does and pays attention to detail. This is your time to shine. Make sure you get lots of rest, you do not want to be tired, today of all days.  Do fun things that make you relax , try not to be stressed out, sit back, relax and enjoy your day . Let no one or nothing spoil your day.
Try to be Modern, Casual, Romantic, Classic, Unique, Timeless, Stylish and Elegant.
This will make your day a Signature Yours.

Wedding Trends 2013

Decor -
As Wedding venues are becoming more unique. From Lighthouses and Barns. From Planes Hangars , Museums and Libraries. to Fields and lake-sides. 
Themes and Decor have become less stylized and overdone. Couples are drawing from their personalities and the location to design their wedding. Brides are also looking to create an authentic and intimate atmosphere to connect with their guests.

  Colors: 

Green: Spring is in the air and it's here in many shades from Lime to Emerald. Designers and Planners have taken note, making green reflect in this invigorating and cheerful time of year. Brides might consider pairing this hue with aqua. What would be cooler than this refreshing mix.











Orange: Also on the short list is, Orange which provides a Tangy Burst of flavor to any special occasion. Combine this hue with a cheerful yellow and a splash of red to create a vivid fusion, that tempers brightness with sophistication.








Blue: Just about everyone loves sky blue. match it up with a flattering shade with ivory and you create a fresh formula that's as unforgettable as the two of you add a touch of yellow and you've just created an amazing color palette.






Food: Brides on a budget take note that cocktail hours are being extended for longer hours. Skip the entree and indulge your guests with a light fare, drinks and dessert. Mini Pies are the new cupcake and dessert station are huge hits with modern brides.

Cocktails: Signature drinks are In. Especially among younger couples it sets a tone for the evening and a statement to their guests. Give your guests something to talk about.