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During the sixties, fashion became very fluid and varied, and broke many fashion trends. It was the era of the go-go boot, corduroy pants, paisley prints, mini-dresses and eventually styles we refer to today as “hippie”.
Large sunglasses, heavy eye makeup and pale lipsticks belong in this era. Large funky accessories were used, and hair was big. Think of wearing a minidress (pictured), or a long empire-waist gown to mimic the styles of this era. Put your bridesmaids in batik fabric or paisley or tie-dyed prints. Pass out daisies to your guests, and incorporate this flower into your arrangements. Skinny ties and fitted polyester suits could be worn by the groomsmen.
For a vintage inspired wedding from this era, use mismatched patterns and/or bright, psychedelic colors for your linens and napkins. Think about including patchouli incense sticks in your wedding favors. Hiring a classic rock and oldies band would set the perfect mood for your guests.
Gabriella
Colorado Wedding Planner
In the mid-1900s, the “womanly” look was back in fashion. Gone were the loose, straight dresses of the 20s, and in were longer skirts and natural waists.
In the 50s, these were replaced by the hourglass silhouette. Pencil skirts were all the rage, accessorized with short gloves and pearls.
Accessories in striking colors, including “mimosa yellow” and “apple blossom pink”, were very popular.
In 1947, Dior launched his first fashion collection. It was characterized by full skirts, large busts and tiny waists. It was such an extravagant use of fabric after the war years, but celebrities and politicians alike became instant fans. The editor of Harper’s Bazaar called it the “New Look”.
Bridesmaids could be dressed in pencil skirts and hats with netting, accessorized with short gloves and collars of pearl.
Your wedding décor should have clean lines and simple design. The grooms can wear pin strip suits and wing-tip shoes.
Think of hiring a band who can play Big Band or swing music, and hire trained swing dancers to perform, and later teach your guests.
Gabriella
Colorado Wedding Planner
Vintage is such a great word, but everyone defines it differently.
When I got an invitation to an event with a theme of “Vintage Glam”, the words that sprang to my mind immediately were antique, floral, romantic – think embroidered lace and delicate beading, flowing skirts and floral prints. However, after visiting with the other guests, I found out that their interpretations of the theme ranged from hippies/flower children to roaring 20’s flappers to Regency high society.
There are SO many variations of vintage, and they are ALL CORRECT. Anything that is not current can be defined as vintage. In this 7 part blog series, I will discuss some of the more popular eras that people pull wedding themes from and provide resources for creating your own vintage wedding.
I encourage you to steal ideas and fashions from the pages of history and make them your own!
Gabriella
Denver Wedding Planner
Aside from the fabulous flowers, great food and other wedding details, we don’t want to forget one of the most important aspects of the wedding, the marriage license.
A Colorado marriage license may be issued in any county and used in any county in the State of Colorado. However, the license must be used within 30 days from the date of issue. The license is issued the day it is applied for and may be used immediately. The fee for a marriage license is $30 and must be paid with cash.
Both male and female applicants must appear in person to complete and sign the marriage application. If one party cannot appear due to illness, is out of state, or incarcerated, he or she must obtain an ABSENTEE APPLICATION from the Clerk and Recorder’s office. The party applying must bring the absentee application along with identification for the absent party. Applicants need not be residents of Colorado. ABSENTEE APPLICATIONS MUST BE NOTARIZED.
If either party has finalized a divorce within 30 days of applying for the marriage license, the final decree must be produced. This decree must be signed by the judge or court referee. If the divorce has been final more than 30 days, divorce information must be given regarding date of divorce, place of divorce and court in which the divorce was finalized.
A marriage may be solemnized by a judge of a court of record, a public official whose powers include solemnization of marriages, or in accordance with any mode of solemnization recognized by any religious denomination or Indian nation or tribe. As of August 1993, a couple can solemnize their own marriage without any type of officiant. That’s right, you can perform your own wedding ceremony without an officiant in Colorado and it is legal.
Save the Date Events along with StudioWed Denver is proud to be part of the exclusive Wedding Preview Event in Denver on Sunday, March 21st! You can see many of the StudioWed vendors as exclusive exhibitors for this showcase event. Occasions by Sandy will be tempting your taste buds with incredible food, AKHaydon Designs will be showcasing modern floral designs, Intricate Icings will have fabulous wedding cakes on display and for tasting, and Your Perfect Dress Bridal Fashion Stylist will be on hand to offer tips and advice for your wedding day fashion. Save the Date Events will be giving a complimentary workshop to assist you with personalizing your wedding design ideas. This is NOT your typical bridal show. There will be 4 mini-weddings showcasing four different ceremony and reception styles to inspire you. We can’t wait for this one-of-a-kind experience for brides and grooms. Register today to reserve your tickets!
Thank you to the super fabulous Autumn Burke from Autumn Burke Photography. We cannot rave enough about how much we love working with Autumn.
Sha and Bill, thank you so very much for allowing us to be part of the planning process and your wonderful wedding day. We are truly honored to have worked with you.
Debbie & Shelby
Save the Date Events is a Denver, Colorado wedding planning and design firm. We offer exceptional award winning professional consulting and design service for Denver weddings, Aspen weddings, Vail weddings, Beaver Creek weddings, Breckenridge weddings, Boulder weddings and beyond. Save the Date Events | 4500 West 38th Avenue, Suite 100 | Denver, Colorado 80212. 303.550.9261.