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No one ever said that planning a vintage wedding would be easy.
This is especially true when planning a 1950s wedding; searching on the internet can be daunting, and downright depressing when forums continually suggest “poodle skirts” and “leather jackets” a la Grease as the only “vintage” option.
Because of this dearth of useful information, I have relied on a wide variety of sources:
BOOKS:
MUSIC LISTS:
SUPER 8 HOME MOVIES:
And for newer readers, here are some links I’ve posted in the past:
Where to find a true vintage dress:
Where to get modern reproductions:
Also check out:
Happy planning!
Oh my gosh, thanks for posting this. I’m planning a 1930’s vintage wedding (it all started with my grandmother’s 1936 wedding dress). It’s difficult to search through all the websites that don’t have to do with buying a dress.
Thanks, thanks, thanks!
A great way to go vintage and keep it personal is using family heirlooms… oh and its FREE
Awesome idea! One other fun site for vintage wedding dresses from various eras: http://www.thefrock.com. They actually have an entire section devoted to bridal dresses from the Victorian era through the 80s. Enjoy your browsing!
Warning: Anyone prone to weepiness should not attempt to view any of the YouTube videos without a lot of kleenex handy.
*snniffff*
holy corset! look at that teeny-tiny waist.
Re: the Brue Wedding…..
Yes, if I were to do a first dance again, Elvis would be singing it to me.
Had anyone bought a dress from Dolly Couture? I’m curious about their customer service and quality of their dresses.
Wow, you’re a complete retro wedding resource! Very helpful blog post. I can vouch for Stephanie James’ designs. Adorable!
i have my stephanie james couture dress on order and i’m soooo excited!
erm, that’s a really phallic shaped piece of cake.
*crawls back into the gutter*
I’ve started a Vintage Wedding Inspriation post on my blog. I’m slowly going through old wedding photos and taking a look at them…. Something fun for the vintage bride!
This is such a great resource–you’ve definitely done your homework. I’d love to add my new business, The Vintage Bride, to the list of vintage dress resources. I’m selling authentic vintage wedding dresses, veils, and cake toppers.
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Mrs. Shortcake, Vancouver Age and Occupation: 24, Marketing Manager/Children's Lit Writer Fiance's Age and Occupation: 24, Master's Student/Personal Trainer Engagement Date: August 7, 2007 Wedding Date: October 2008 Blogging Since: Venue: Ceremony in a historic church, tented lawn reception at a golf and country club About Me: 1950's housewife sent to the future, reborn as crafting-obsessed, jill of all trades. I enjoy decorating, writing, baking sweet things, singing show tunes/dancing in public, wearing pearls, and knitting sweaters for my furbaby, Harvey, to chew upon. I heart pink, and believe that sparkles are the new black.
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