1950’s Attire for Your Vintage Wedding

Stephanie Gaito

Hello, lovely ladies! Its time for another vintage wedding theme! Todays theme is all about 50s glam, a time when rhinestones ruled and pearls were the perfect touch! This is truly a timeless theme since the silhouettes of 50s dresses were so flattering on many different body shapes. The best way to nip in a waist and create a flirty shape is to pick a fabulous vintage 50s dress and add a crinoline to achieve an hourglass shape.

The 50s was not a decade known for showing a ton of skin so many of the classic wedding dresses of the era are pretty modest. A way to get a little more of a modern look while still staying vintage is to look for 50s party or prom dresses in white. Many of them are knee length, with a flouncy, layered skirt perfect for a wedding! Little details will pull this look together. Keep rhinestones, bows and pearls close at hand for creating the perfect touch. Choose a shoe with a mid to high heel to accentuate and elongate the leg, playing close attention to the front details. Make sure to pick up a shoe with a little bow or rhinestone details at the toe.

Another great thing about this decade is the abundance of wedding-perfect hats! There are so many beautiful options out there in many styles and colors. I love the idea of a bow perched atop your curls with a vintage veil. So classic! This theme is great because you can decide how kitschy you want to go. You could choose an old church with classic mid century architecture or a dance hall decorated like a sock hop! Whether its Madmen-esque with a smoky glamourous feel or a classic car theme with a rockabilly edge, you can make this wedding a 1950s dream!

Good luck! xoxo Stephanie

photo credits from left to right: vintage tapered faux pearl necklace by Ophela Vintage, vintage 50's floral wedges by FabGabs, vintage 50's ivory white lace wedding dress by Jumbelaya, 1950's clear rhinestone necklace by Nostalgia Blues, beautiful faux wedding bouquet by Watermenot, vintage sheer organza rose head piece with veil by Vintage Repeats, vintage 50's bow heels by Revolving Styles, 50's embroidered evening purse by La Mistinguette, vintage 50s bridesmaid pink party dress by Jumbelaya, All on Etsy

Thanks Stephanie! For more of Gaito’s fashion insights visit her style blog, Kaleidoscopic Sea, and to purchase some of her hand picked threads head to her Etsy shop, Trip Out Vintage.

A Vintage 1970’s Wedding

Stephanie Gaito

Online vintage shop owner and style blogger Stephanie Gaito guest blogs this week to give us some insight on Vintage Weddings–what a treat!

Incorporating vintage is the best way to add a special touch to your wedding. Whether it is a full on theme or just a touch here and there, vintage allows your celebration to be unique. Adding personalized touches that reflect your interests and personalities are key. Lets say you love Marilyn Monroe and Hollywood glam! Your fiance may love classic cars and James Dean! Think of adding a vintage inspired, Marilyn-esque hairstyle with perhaps a 50s Porsche to whisk you away onto your honeymoon. The possibilities are endless!

So what details are most important to creating a vintage inspired theme wedding? With your gown being the centerpiece of your look it is important to capture the essence of the wedding theme with your dress. Once you have found the perfect vintage gown don’t worry too much about making sure each piece of jewelry or decor is vintage as well. It can be difficult to find everything in your size or things that perfectly represent the image in your mind. It is more about achieving a vibe, a vintage feel.

Today, lets explore a whimsical theme, the 1970s bohemian garden wedding. Lets set the scene, shall we? Think of it as an afternoon, woodland wedding. Lanterns lit above your head hanging from a thick canopy of trees. Soft focus, romantic mood lighting. The grass under your bare feet is green and lush. You have selected the perfect bohemian style gown, complete with lace and flowing layers. Your hair is in loose and long waves with the perfect crown of flowers atop. Your makeup is simple, with long eyelashes and flushed cheeks and lips. Your guests are ready to watch the ceremony in your beautiful outdoor wonderland. An evening that surely no one will soon forget.

photo credits from top left to right: vintage mason jar lantern by Seasonables, vine lanterns from Kate Burger, bohemian lace wedding gown from Safe As Milk Vintage, floral headpiece from Head Case By G, vintage 1960s wicker handbag by Walborg from Attic Goods, handmade Swarovski crystal earrings by Karmeli Designs, 70s vintage silver hinged leaf cuff bracelet from Decades. All items on Etsy

Make sure to come back again on Thursday where we will put together another classic vintage themed wedding! See you soon!

Check out Stephanie’s Etsy shop to find your perfect vintage threads and Style Blog to get inspired.