Jason and Taylor love the impeccable ’60s-inspired style of the hit show Mad Men. They also wanted their wedding to  feel like a place they take clients for drinks and dinner. Seems simple enough … right? Apparently not,  Taylor had a hard time finding anything that looked like, “Mad Men” theme without looking cheap or cheesy. The only thing that seemed to be spot on with her initial planning process was our Mad Men Save The Date.

Lucky for Jason and Taylor, David Tutera from My Fair Wedding  came into the picture and took over. Arranging every detail for their Mad Men inspired wedding. The entire celebration went off without a hitch and was more then they could ever imagine. Read on to hear more from the bride and be sure to see more retro inspired wedding ideas from this real Mad Men wedding by clicking here. All captured by Matt & Molly Snelson of Mathieu Photography.

Filming with the crew was awesome. It sounds so cliche but by the end I didn’t notice the cameras. I felt like these were my friends from way back in the day and we were just catching up. Both Jason and I really gave David full rein of our wedding. We had no strings attached. We knew it was going to be fantastic. I don’t think we knew how amazing. I would have never dreamed that I would be doing a photo shoot on the set of “Mad Men” or to get married there. I mean I joked around with my family when they said, “What do you think David will do?” My response was, “Put us on the set to say I do.” I said it thinking no way on God’s green Earth was that a possibility.

Everything on my wedding day went off without a hitch, or if a hitch happened I didn’t know about it because the crew handled it. I got to be like so many Grooms. I showed up and got dressed and then married. I didn’t stress about the caterer, florist, or rentals. I sat up in the suite with my girls and Mom. That is the way everyone should get married.

Jason and I chose the theme of “Mad Men” because when we first got engaged I asked Jason what he wanted for the wedding. His reply was, “To get married in the Galapagos Islands, to not wear a tux, to have a “Seinfeld” themed wedding cake, a whiskey and cigar bar. I vowed to have him not wear a tux, to have a whiskey and cigar bar. I looked into the rest but they were kinda out there requests. From what I could do I thought I could make the whiskey and cigar bar have a lounge feel like in “Mad Men.” I wanted it to feel like the place they take clients for drink and dinner. Jason and I are big into retro fashion, especially the sixties, so the concept just kinda snowballed from there.

When I saw Jason at the end of the aisle, tears were instantly in my eyes. Jason and I have been together for 8 years. It was long over due, because I have known that he was “The One” since our first date. David and his team made Jason far more handsome than Donald Draper ever could be, which I know was an easy job. My officiant was my Uncle Timmers, it was his first wedding and truly I think he knocked it out of the park. Every tear shed was of pure happiness and love

My photographers were the only thing that I was allowed to keep when David changed everything, although if he had tried to change them I would have fought to the death to keep them. I know that they have been to some crazy weddings, but between the filming schedule and my family they were able to get the most amazing shots of Jason and I that I will cherish for a lifetime and more. Not only were Molly and Matt able to take charge and get the shots they needed to they are such professionals and amazing people that they brought out the true Jason and Taylor moments. Jason and I are not the most photogenic people, I know everyone says that, but truly, and Molly and Matt captured that day in the photos. I loved the way they both took pictures that had the booms and cameras in the shots it capture the true essence of that day.

All in all it was a beautiful wedding. Jason and I are truly blessed. We couldn’t have “Dreamed Bigger” as David says. Thank you to everyone who helped,. some of you I will never know but I want to personally say thank you for making my wedding everything I wanted and more.

Event Designer: David Tutera – My Fair Wedding – WeTV
Venue: Los Angeles Center Studios
Makeup & Hair: Meredith Harper Weddings
Cake: A Wish and a Whisk
Caterer: Above All Catering
DJ: Vox DJs
Dress Designer: Dolly Couture
Flowers: Studio Fiore
Groom’s Attire: Tuxedo Junction
Lighting: Amber Event Production
Stationery: Bella Carta Studio
Prop or Furniture Rentals: Choura.us
Event Rentals:Town and Country Events Rentals
Brdesmaids Fashion: Aria
Linen: Cloth Connection
Wardrobe Stylist: Unique Vintage

Beth and Adam wanted a relaxed wedding day that celebrated who they were and wanted to create a fabulous time for friends and family. They decided to have a rooftop brunch wedding in St. Augustine, Florida at the The White Room Loft & Rooftop. Complete with paper flowers, a favorite local band and mimosas aplenty.

A steal-worthy idea from this relaxed Florida wedding is asking guests to wear hats to your wedding. Especially if it is a sunny affair. Not only will everyone look fabulous, but also makes for a great conversation starter for guests. You can see more pretty pictures like the bridesmaid bouquet with a paper flower in the full gallery captured by Studio222 Photography.

We love that the couple incorporated paper flowers throughout their entire day. They look especially beautiful intermingled with the loose natural flowers. Fits in perfectly with the relaxed theme.

Beth and Adam also utilized our free printables. They took the Bunting Free Printable Save the Date Cards and turned them into wedding programs. Most of our free wedding downloads can be used this way. Since the text can be customized, you really can make anything you want. From free wedding invites to wedding programs and menus – we have got you covered.

Photographer: Studio222 Photography
Venue: The White Room Loft & Rooftop
Cake: Defore’s Cake Design
Caterer: O.C. White’s
Coordinator: Meghan Berman
DJ: Aslyn & The Naysayers
Dress Designer: Sarah Danielle
Flowers: The Conservatorie Floral & Event Design
Stationery: Raintree Graphics
Wedding Programs: Wedding Chicks
Paper Products: St. Augustine Paper Co. | Makeup: Michelle Axtell Hair: Callie Hish (bride’s friend) | Veil or Hair Accessories: homemade |
Favors: Luli’s Cupcakes

Chicago wedding photographer Kortnee Kate Photography and event designer Dora Manuel of Viva Bella Events collaborated to bring you “Pride and Prejudice, Midnight Tea.” Designing an event around what would have been a late night tea reception after the wedding of Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth.

Held in Darbyshire, England in the late 18th century and overflowing with striking details and one of the fanciest wedding cakes we have ever seen. See more Pride and Prejudice wedding ideas in the full gallery by clicking here and read on to hear complete decor details.

The stationary designs are intended to capture the timelessness and formality of a late 18th century British courtship while infusing unexpected modern embellishments. In true “high tea” form, rhinestone encrusted escort cards are each displayed atop a single sugar cube foreshadowing the events to come with period-correct tea time details like teapots, cups and saucers—each appearing among prim swirly bits inspired by Jane Austen’s classic novel. We particularly love the subtle detail in the escort cards’ placement on the worn squares of the chess board complimenting the shape of the sugar cubes perfectly, as true to then as to present day.

Mr. Darby and Elizabeth’s invitations include traditional fonts—but formatted in a very new, dramatic way. Large, sweeping text playfully mimics steam from a teapot while silhouettes of bride and groom give a nod to pristine English cameos worn in the era. Classic Victorian patterns weave throughout each piece; but instead of pastels, we update the traditional palette to bold, rich hues of teal and black complimented by rich jewel tones. Silk tea bags nest inside vintage English tea cups—each elegantly tethered to a custom tag welcoming its guest with one of many inspirational messages pertaining to love, tea and sweetness, remaining true to the “Pride & Prejudice, Midnight Tea” design theme.

The lighting sets the tone as subdued yet energetic, cool blue, yet romantic, more “club” than “country club,” and strikingly true to our image of “the late night event of the era.”

The deep teal table linens chosen by the design time were rich in color and texture to set the stage for the opulence and extravagance of the setting. The linens and napkins are accented with brooches. The ruffled chair skirts are feminine yet bold in color and design.

Classic cameos are thoughtfully placed at each setting and vintage brooches adorn each swag in the table linen, candy dishes overflow with gems and pearls and hanging English tea cups reminisce our theme.

The grandeur of the time is accentuated with gorgeous centerpieces in rich jewel tones including Hydrangea, Roses, Cabbage, Eucalyptus, and other organic elements, all in a formal silver vintage footed vase. As often seen in the Georgian era as well as today, we’ve incorporated fruit to reflect abundance and prosperity. Additionally, we have impeccably dressed vintage silver containers for the occasion with sugar cubes, fruit, and flowers.

Our dessert table exudes noble and timeless British elegance with engraved cake labels placed delicately into impressive gem-laden stands and proudly displayed on the cake tiers aside their miniature counterparts. Each confection incorporates the luxurious elements of our imagined “Pride & Prejudice, Midnight Tea” theme; black lace and jewel toned satin and pleated ribbons adorn these opulent, sinful delights.

The sugar flowers are as reminiscent to the late 18th century fashion as they are to today’s haute couture adding to the whimsical mood of the theme. Each guest is delighted with a confectionery gift designed to welcome them personally to Darbyshire’s quintessential event of the era, the “Midnight Tea” reception of the esteemed Mr. Darcy and his new bride, Elizabeth.

Elizabeth’s brooch bouquet features vintage heirloom rhinestone brooches with a dupioni silk, satin, and organza stem treatment.

Photographer: Kortnee Kate Photography
Event Designer: Dora Manuel of Viva Bella Events
Venue: FB’s in downtown Cincinnati, OH
Makeup: Nancy Dawson of Brideface
Hair: Jen Nally
Cake: Ileana Saldivia of Sugar Realm fine bakery and cake design
Dress Designer: Fabulous Bridal
Flowers: Courtenay Lambert Florals
Lighting: Goodwin Lighting
Stationery: Lauren Hayes of Giddy Ink
Table linens: La Tavola Linen
Chair decor: Wildflower Linen and Chameleon Chairs
Chairs: Chameleon Chairs: Classic Party Rentals

When it comes to bridesmaid dresses, you know we are all about the cuteness factor. Take the striped bridesmaid dresses in our next feature for example. With a slim waist-defining belt and  statement making stripes, these girls have it going on. Not to mention their personalized gold spoon necklaces. Of course, there is so much more loveliness to Jake and Heather’s fun filled wedding that you must read on to find out more. You can see all the photos captured by D’Avello Photography by clicking here.

Heather and Jake and been engaged for years, but the task of pinning down a cohesive feeling for the day was a daunting task. They finally said enough was enough, set the date and planned a wedding in just two and a half months. They decided to only use things that said something about them. The bridesmaids wore striped body suits that were reminiscent of Heather’s self-proclaimed Hamburglar look. She made them spoon necklaces with their nicknames stamped into them, and hair jewelry with cameras (that actually flashed) as a nod to her job as a videographer and editor. The guys had boutonnieres with guitars and guitar picks for Jake’s musical prowess. The floral arrangements were made from dried flowers. Heather spent weeks combing through thrift stores and ebay listings to find vintage jars, plates, vases, pitchers, cameras, typewriters and 1 sewing machine. Jake is from Yosemite and they captured a rustic feeling with log rounds and the florals. They opted for a less traditional ceremony their guests stood around them as his father married them. They skipped the DJ and instead asked their many talented friends (and guests) to perform for them. Everywhere you looked you saw pictures of their life or items that exemplified their love. It was warm and connected and perfectly Heather and Jake.

In the bride’s words:
”I just planned, partied, and survived a wedding, and we did it all in just 2 months and exactly 2 weeks!!! And honestly, it was the GREATEST WEDDING I’VE EVER BEEN TOO.  My Husband and I had THE BEST FREAKING TIME AT OUR WEDDING!!!! It’s still being hailed as the party of the year!!!   Now granted, the year is young, and I’m sure we’ll have some competition.  But for us, our Wedding Day was personal; we served food we liked, we decorated with odd knick knacks that embodied our charm, and we brought love out of even some of hippest and coolest of our friends.
We skipped on many of the traditional things people do with weddings; like table numbers and seating charts. We did what worked for us. We cut out customary activities that didn’t interest us, like a cake cutting, and a garter toss. For my Dude and I, enjoying ourselves was the most important aspect of this whole process.  We wanted to chat, to dance, and to take silly photos with friends.

The groomsmen had tiny guitars and picks in their boutonnieres and the bridesmaids had tiny cameras that actually flashed. Heather made them necklaces from tiny spoons (an obsession of hers) with their nicknames stamped on them. Super cute!

People come to a wedding to celebrate YOU, and I think that gets lost in the whole wedding process.  Brides and Grooms too often fall prey to becoming Hosts at their own wedding. A Wedding is YOUR party to decorate how you want, serve the food you like to eat, and entertain in ways YOU LIKE TO BE ENTERTAiNED.

I should begin my story by saying, I’ve been with my dude for almost 10 years now; and engaged for 4 of those years.  It was me who was stalling, not because I wasn’t sure, or that I doubted my choice. Rather, I was never a girl who had envisioned her wedding day.  I wasn’t one of those Gals who’d kept a notebook of magazine clippings hidden under her bed; inspiration for her future Wedding Day.   I was starting from scratch.  And, anytime I started planning, or investigating I should say, I was overwhelmed by costs, by friends and family insistence on certain traditions, on color scheme, and themes, etc.  I had too many ideas, too many plans; too many projects.  I got sidetracked, doubted my instincts, got frustrated then gave up.
There is this slew of information out there of possibilities for your wedding.  Magazines, Pinterest, Etsy; they offer so many choices, so many charming suggestions for atmosphere, for decorations, for desserts even. I’m a Film Director, Photographer, and Writer.  The way my brain computes is in visuals, and in stories, and this story was extremely personal. But when it’s your wedding, it’s about you and your mate, and the people you are vowing to be. People are seeing the most intimate side of you. I learned A LOT of valuable lessons over the last 4 years.  Weddings are one of the most stressful, exhausting, expensive, and yet one of the greatest times of your life.  You should enjoy yourself and your wedding.  It should be the best party you’ve even been too!”

The reception was full of vintage cameras, typewriters and even a sewing machine. The bouquets, centerpieces and decor were crafted from mesh screens and dried flowers. The beer, cupcakes and food were gluten free. And the entertainment? The entertainment was provided by their closest friends who took turns playing songs on stage.

Venue: Center for the Arts Eagle Rock
Cake: My Sweet Cupcake
Caterer: Island Style Tacos
Dress Designer: Ouma
Flowers: Glue Guns & Daggers
Groom’s Attire: All Saints
Shoe Designer: Poetic License
Bridesmaids Attire: Anjou Clothing
Bridesmaid Accessories: Glue Guns & Daggers
Dessert Plates & Stands: Glue Guns & Daggers

You know we are suckers for a good old fashion love story. Ethan and Carol, our next bride and groom, courted for their entire relationship and weren’t alone in a car together until they drove away from their reception. That is something you do not hear everyday.

Besides there classic love story, they had a fabulous rustic wedding with lemon inspired wedding details and a few hot bridesmaids in some BHLDN Bridesmaid Dresses. See more of this rustic wedding captured by Sara Lucero Photography in the full gallery.

Every bride and her bridesmaids relationships are extra special, for carol and her bridesmaids it was bitter sweet. She was the last friend to get married, so it was the last time they would get all dolled up together, wear matching dresses and be bridesmaids one last time.

Photographer: Sara Lucero Photography
Venue: Highland Springs Resort
Hair: Wendy Trent
Cake: Highland Springs Resort
Caterer: Highland Springs Resort
Coordinator: Highland Springs Resort
Dress Designer: Arlette Couture Bridal
Groom’s Attire: J. Crew
Shoe Designer: Ivory Just Because Seychelles and TOMS
Limo: After Five Limousines
Bridesmaids dresses: BHLDN
Veil or Hair Accessories: Bride borrowed from her Grandmother
Stationery: Virginia Smith | Event Designer: The Bride | Makeup: Heidi Otta | DJ: Adam Paz | Flowers: Helene Gentili

White lush flowers mixed with winter greens and tons of candles in elegant mercury glasses makes this classic ballroom wedding a show stopper. Not only is the wedding sophisticated and stylish, but the photographs are equally as gorgeous. Captured by one of our Hand-Picked wedding vendors  Emily Steffen Photography. You can see more of this Minnesota Ballroom wedding in the full wedding gallery.

From The Bride:

We were looking for a warm, intimate feeling that would fill the space. I was really inspired by the venue, 317 on Rice Park, by the warm, rich colors, the big windows with natural light, the beautiful, giant fireplace for a winter setting. We were interested in lush, white flowers with some winter greens and natural elements paired with A LOT of candelas in mercury glass. And I mean A LOT of candles. I wanted full, lush tables with warm glowing candle light to greet guests when they walked in. I love the chairs and our flower designer, Melissa, spruced them up just perfectly with the natural twigs and flowers on the backsides. It gave height and interest to the space around the table.

We absolutely LOVED the outcome, plain and simple! I had a general idea that I tried to communicate to Melissa, but am a firm believer that flexibility yields the best results! She really nailed the feeling we were looking for; it surpassed all of our expectations! The room was absolutely stunning and some of the details – such as the blueberries in the candles and flowers on the chairs- were a total surprise! We loved it!

Venue: 317 on Rice Park
Makeup: Avada Juut Salon and Spa – Wayzata, MN
Cake: Buttercream
Caterer: Levi Restaurants
Dress Design & Accessories: Melissa Sweet – Priscilla of Boston
Photo Booth: Traveling Photobooth

For You WC readers scouting out shabby chic wedding ideas, we just may have  a little inspiration for you today. Mckenzie and Jake’s shabby chic wedding is overflowing with creative details that are enough to make any vintage-inspired bride squeal with delight.

Most of the wedding decor and details were planned around vintage musical note paper. Perfectly fitting, because as you will see, this couple is way into music. Not only did Mckenzie sang from the balcony during the processional, but they gave the cutest tambourines out for wedding favors. There are so many more details from this Dallas shabby chic wedding to see in the full gallery. All beautifully photographed by Texas wedding photographer Jennefer Wilson Photography.

There are so many sweet touches throughout Mckenzie and Jake’s wedding, one of our favorites has to be the sweet hankie from Mckenzie to her Dad. Hand-stitched with,” Today a bride, tomorrow a wife, always your little girl. I love you Daddy.” Although they are not hand-stitched, you can buy something similar for your dad or mom in our shop. Click here to see our vintage hankies.

The personal touches were intentional and reminiscent of the couples personalities while portraying another time period. Antiqued glass and books anchored each table setting and were topped with hand picked arrangements of garden roses and posies. How much do you love the vintage framed chalkboard menu above? That is kinda amazing … right?

Coordinator: Foster Blue
Stationery: Cari Sury
Venue: Aristide Event Center
Caterer: Blue Mesa Grill
Dress Designer: Alvina Valenta
Groom’s Attire: International Suit Warehouse
Shoe Designer: Badgley Mischka
Prop or Furniture Rentals: Old hHomes Supply House
Exit Gown :BHLDN
Other Desserts: Eclair Bistro | Musicians: Adam Pusateri, Levi Bradford | Bridesmaid Dresses Made By: Dreams Come True | DIY Decor: thrift,antique, heirloom | Makeup: Elizabeth Brito |
Hair: McKenzie’s Salon Studios | Flowers: Dreams Come True | Cake: Danna Trowbridge

This is our last wedding before Christmas and we thought we would leave you with a really beautiful wedding from Braedon Flynn Photography.  A black and white stylish affair held at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum.

The entire event is positively chic without even trying. The bride goes into more detail about the venue, special moments and how she create a vintage look for less that you must read. Be sure to see all of the beautiful images in the full gallery by clicking here.

From the bride, Megan

The morning of the wedding, as I was getting ready with all the girls in the hotel room, we got a knock on the door. It was Dave’s brothers and they had a gift for me that they brought that was from Dave & Dave’s family. Dave’s mom, Lucy, had a cross necklace made for me as a wedding gift; it was a replica of a cross necklace, that she has had in her family for years. It was so special to her to be able to pass this on to the her “new daughter” as a way to welcome me to their family. It was a gold cross with pearls and a green precious stone in the middle. It was so special to me to be given something so beautiful and something that has such meaning. Unbeknownst to Lucy, I had borrowed a vintage family bracelet and earrings from my grandmother to wear for the wedding. Pearl earrings and a vintage green emerald bracelet. When I paired all three together and put them all on with my dress, the combo of all three was perfect. It meant the world to me to be wearing such beautiful pieces that came from both my family and my new family.

Walking down the aisle with my dad was another one of my favorite moments. My parent’s toast to us was also incredible. Having been married for 35 years, they gave us words of wisdom, advice and told such great stories. Every guest came up to my parents to thank them that night and that meant so much to us.

Once we met with our florist Kim, from Toast Santa Barbara and we chose all of our white flowers (hydrangeas, garden & polo roses, anemones, white veronica, etc. , we realized that we could save a lot of money by providing our own flower containers. We began collecting all of our flower containers… vintage mason jars, vintage milk bottles, small glass jam jars (peeled labels off), french lemonade bottles from Trader Joes, Starbucks Frappuccino bottles (labels off)… literally anything in a glass jar that I found in my kitchen, I examined to see if I could use it as a flower jar…When it all came together on our long banquet tables, I really loved the look of all the different shapes and sizes of the glass bottles as our floral centerpieces. Such an easy way to save some money & create a vintage look for less.

For the ceremony aisle (and along the entire length of the grape pergola) we envisioned hanging mason jars hung with twine filled with white flowers, succulents and greenery next to hanging jars with lit candles. We rented 2 wine barrels to be the focal point at the end of the aisle and covered them with a lush spread of hydrangeas, succulents and candles.

DANCING! Our band and our DJ were INSANE. They played back and forth all night long. The best thing you could ever wish for when throwing a great party, is that the dance floor never be empty. The dance floor was never NOT FULL.

Photographer: Braedon Flynn Photography
Event Designer: Soigne Productions
Venue: Santa Barbara Historical Museum
Makeup: Makeup by Jenny at TEAM Hair & Makeup
Hair: Kristina Feher
Cake: Enjoy Cupcakes
Caterer: Baby Blues BBQ
Coordinator: Soigne Productions
Dress Designer: Monique Lhuillier
Flowers: Toast Santa Barbara
Groom’s Attire: Burberry
Shoe Designer: Jimmy Choo
DJ: friend of the couple

Take a look a this Rustic Santa Barbara Wedding, it excudes classic elegance with a rustic twist. Bre & Jeff were married at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum and had some really lovely details put together by Brown Paper Design.

The wedding alter is definitely a must see. Loosly scattered succulents and peonies lined the wedding pathway. Super gorgeous. Be sure to check out the wedding film by Joel Serrato. You can see more of this wedding in the full gallery captured by Josh Elliott.

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Photographer: Josh Elliott
Event Designer: Brown Paper Design
Venue: Santa Barbara Historical Museum
Makeup: Cheek Couture
Hair: Cheek Couture
Caterer: SBB Gourmet Catering
Cinematography: Joel Serrato
Event Rentals: Ventura Rental Center

You can always count on Palm Springs for a stylish wedding. Amy and Ethan had their ceremony at the Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway and then headed to the Movie Colony Hotel for their wedding reception.

Keeping everything super Palm Springs, they had an Elivis impersonator as a DJ and as you see, some very stylish retro invites. All designed by the bride. After guests danced the night away, they were treated to custom doughnut boxes from Dough a Deer that matched their wedding stationery. Nothing like a sweat treat to end the night.

To see more of this Movie Colony Hotel Wedding that was captured by Stephanie Tracy  click here.

Photographer: Stephanie Tracy
Event Designer: Sugar Branch Events
Coordinator: Sugar Branch Events
Flowers: Sugar Branch Events

Reception:  Movie Colony Hotel
Venue: Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway
Makeup: Taylor Made Bridal
Hair: Taylor Made Bridal
Cake: Handmade by Brother and Sister In Law
Caterer: Jennifers Fine Foods and Catering
DJ: Phil Shane
Dress Designer: La Sposa
Groom’s Attire: The Suspender Store
Shoe Designer: Kate Spade
Stationery: Mixed Medium Designs
Dress Sash: Glam House
Donut Favors: Dough a Deer
Groom’s Ties: Express
Bridesmaids Dresses:Suzi Chin