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Alright everyone I need your help. If we look back at the whole theme for our wedding, we’re going for a vintage glam (40s) inspired wedding, combined with the movies of that era. All seems swell when describing it… but less than 80 days to the wedding, and the elements seem to be all glam and no movie.
I want to be able to incorporate movie elements in our whole theme, because that’s what represents Mr. Flamingo. I’m looking for original ideas… something other than fake Oscars and paper movie clappers. So I need all the suggestions I can get.
This is what we have so far:
What’s left (and not really figured out yet):
Ideas to incorporate the movie aspect:
I desperately need your help awesome weddingbee readers. What would you do to make my wedding more movie worthy?
(Sources: Chandelier, Movie Reel)
Have you thought of table names? They could be named after old movies.
I like the idea of the photo corner with props, you could have a photo booth type set up and have guests use the props in their pictures, cute! or yes you can always use movie names as the table names. or name them after old movie stars. or you could use movie film as part of the decor.
My husband worked in the movies when we met - we made our program looks like a movie poster - Bee might still have it up from the DIY contest for you to look at. Then I got them printed in 12×18 format so they were like mini posters and then 3 large ones (one for each set of parents and ourselves) and we had the wedding party sign them…
maybe the placecards could incorporate the old film-strip look?
Could you do your placecards into movie tickets?
Like this:
http://moviepatron.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/09/movie-ticket.jpg
and instead where it says “Admit One” have your guests names there. And where the numbers are printed on the side, place the table name there.
how about a candy bar with vintage coloured chocolates (eg black, white, pink) and film strips running around the jars? You could add a “take-1-action” movie board with the title of the “movie” as “Mr and Mrs Flamingo”?
Menus could be made with categories like “Best Supporting Actor Award” (for appetisers), “Best Actor and Actress” (for mains)…
That’s all I can think of at this late hour! 
Maybe for the place cards you can use mini slates. The guest names can be shown as if they were written in chalk. Not sure if this goes with vintage movie theme but movie theme for sure.
Just in case you don’t know what I mean by slates: http://images.jupiterimages.com/common/detail/23/73/22427323.jpg
I really think that when it comes to a theme- less is more… so try not to go overboard.
I think that projecting a silent movie is a lovely and tasteful idea.
As far as the “guest book”… perhaps consider combining some of your ideas- why not save a little money by renting a 8mm camera (I am at a loss for who does this but I know that Stylemepretty.com has featured them several times)… and have a few “props” (MODERATION) for guests to say what they may to the two of you- (which the 8mm company will edit for you)…. don’t the “guest books” just gather dust anyhow?
Rather than decorating with the cinema- perhaps simply adding a “candy counter” would do the trick… serve hot pretzels, popcorn, and movie-style snowcaps, goobers, etc. (I think that this would be money better spent and appreciated by your guests)
I once did a wedding for a couple that worked for Lionsgate- and they were all into the movie theme. We held their wedding at an old Theater…. we rolled out a red carpet and as guests arrived, the photographers stole a shot to be printed onsite and handed out as favors at the end of the evening. They had some wonderfully talented graphic-artist friends who altered old movie posters to include the bride and groom… they did the silent movie during dinner…. and then allowed the rest of the decor to be simply elegant- the message was there for the guests but it was not “in their face”…. perhaps just a few small touches here and there will be enough to get your message across without seeming too over the top.
I love the idea of tables named affter your favorite movies. Maybe using vintage (or made to look vintage) movie posters in your reception decor? Or by the entrance to your reception site like they would be in a movie theater?
I love the idea of the photo corner with props - you could incorporate this into a polaroid guestbook as well.
What about buying/renting a small “red carpet” for the entranceway to your reception? There are several sites if you google “rent red carpet”.
Your theme is so cool! Good luck with everything!
Ooh, it sounds lovely! Can I rent your wedding when you are done with it?
What about a guest book with a B&W pic of you guys (to look aged) on the front and secrured with those vintage photocorners? Then have the inside be filled with black pages (reminiscent of old photo albums) and people can sign in white or silver pen?
If you’re having a sweetheart table, maybe use two director’s chairs (they can be purchased quite cheaply at Target or IKEA) and label the backs with your new married names and a star? You could also make ‘dressing room’ signs for the men’s & ladies’ rooms…I also like the photo corner w/ props idea, esp. if you use black and white film or process the digital images in B&W or sepia. Could you incorporate a mini-red carpet there?
How about making the cover of your program or guest book look like a movie poster?
How about place/escort cards/ table numbers that look like a film strip ?
Also perhaps a popcorn midnight snack will help carry out the theme a bit ?
Love the photo station with props idea BTW.
I like the movie guest book idea. that was my first thought also. YOu could set it up similar to a photo booth with props. Make it a silent movie and have a couple of large chalk boards that they can write a message to cou on and hold up in front of the camera. You could use anyones digital video camera and then edit it down or have someone man it so it is on only when someone is using it or they even have a motion sensor for them if you set up a photobooth style area, mabe curtian off a large square area. You could edit it and have it playing at home or you can pull stills from it to create a collage or guest book after wedding.
If you set your flowers on old film reals and/or canisters to decorate the tables with maybe a bit of filmstrip woven into them.
If you are going more new movie you can do the popcorn machine and vintage candy bar at the end and maybe a hotdog cart to send everyone on thier way.
The silent movie would be amazing if it was projected by an old 8mm film projector. I lucked out one time at a thrift store and scored an old super 8 camera AND projector in their original box with instructions. I took a Super 8 class in college and I want to shoot some film of us this summer and edit it down and have it playing at the reception. I am not sure he will love the idea, but I sure do!
I am also considering buying a couple rolls of 8mm film (right now as a student I can buy through the film department and get a discount) and encouraging my bridal party to have fun filming different things throughout the day. The rolls only last for 3 minutes each, but I think it will be a fun way to capture different moments throughout the day.
If you want your wedding to look like an old movie then you should definitely have it shot on Super 8mm.
Here’s some other ideas (some take a lot of work):
- If you have an edit saavy friend, cut together love and kissing scenes from your favorite old movies (Hitchcock films area always great). Project then on the wall or in a lounge if you are doing a lounge. Or run them on a tv.
- Name your tables after notable old hollywood couples “Ginger & Fred” and have a great B&W image of them.
- Serve popcorn in vintage popcorn theatre bags
Maybe making your menu as a list of coming attractions with those tantalizing summaries?
I love the idea of a movie guestbook, and other small touches like a snack stand.
I don’t know if you like movie decor enough to commit to having it in your new home, but you might do a fresh take on the photo mat guestbook and frame one of your favorite movie posters and let guests sign the matting around it. I suppose you could remove the poster and put in a wedding picture after the big day?
The “red carpet”, table names and directors’ chairs sound like great touches along the “less is more” lines.
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Mrs. Flamingo, Montreal, Canada Age and Occupation: 25, Graphic Designer Fiance's Age and Occupation: 30, Nursing Student Engagement Date: December 2004 Wedding Date: June 21, 2008 Venue: Imperia Hotel (modern chic hotel) About Me: I am a passionate designer who loves anything pretty. I heart all paper products (eco-friendly of course). My passion revolves around anything considered glamour; vintage and modern. In my free time, I love reading Martha mags, designing jewelry and making a pit-stop at Starbucks for a chai latte. I'm also a chocoholic at heart and my family drools over my homemade truffles.
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