How many of you participated in the tradition: “Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue”? Lela and I have noted that “something old” has become quite popular- brides are going vintage-happy in their weddings!
Vintage is mostly found currently in wedding attire. Women are opting for champagne, gold, and ivory gowns over the previously-so-popular stark white. French buttons, lace, and pearls have replaced out-dated beading, sequins, and satin. Instead of tiaras, we’ve seen a lot of bird cage veils atop brides’ intricate updos, with deep red lipstick peeking out on their faces. Gloves are coming back, but only the short wrist ones.
Rings have also become quite popular in vintage style. These can be found described as “antique,” and are often channel set diamonds or filigree designed, and almost always white gold, palladium, or platinum. I see less and less of the classic solitaire, or yellow gold, and more and more of a cushion cut with smaller diamonds surrounding it. One very vintage solitaire has stood the test of time, however, the emerald cut diamond (my personal favorite).
I wonder about this vintage trend. While it is so reminiscent of my grandparents’ generation, I can’t help but remember so many peoples’ comments that our economic recession mirrors the depression of the 20’s and 30’s. No one can deny that anything vintage looks glamorous and expensive, so I wonder if the “antique” bride might be channeling some of the attitude of a Roaring Twenties bride.
Either way, anything vintage is en vogue, so glam it up!
Carrie Bradshaw's Vogue photo shoot from the movie Sex & The City
I really really like vintage wedding style. One of my best friend is going get married in the next 2 months, and I recommended her to have vintage style. It’s very classic and warm atmosphere. I also recommended her decorate the garden with classic style of bird cages.