Tag Archives: 1920s party

Gatsby Jewelry || Tiffany + Co

Art Deco Fan Bangle Bracelet

We posted a while back about the trailer for Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby film, but its release was then delayed by months and months…. But the time is upon us now! The movie comes out this weekend, and while … Continue reading

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Art Deco Wedding Invitation || Ellington by Atelier Isabey

Art Deco Placecard

Just came upon this amazing art deco wedding invitation design and had to share immediately because… wow. I’m in love. In lurve. In loaf. YES. Look at this deco goodness… Jeweled placecard holder by Luna Bazaar, placecard by Atelier Isabey, … Continue reading

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Art Deco Holiday Fashion || Part One

Deco Christmas

Well, everyone, it’s that time of year… the most wonderful time of the year! OK, OK, so some may disagree. But I myself am a sucker for the holiday season no matter how you slice it: flavored-coffee-wise, weather-wise, music-wise, decoration-wise, … Continue reading

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Deco Calendar Save The Dates

Art Deco Punch Save The Date

Today, just a few lovely deco save the dates I found around the web, each with a calendar theme. As a guest, I love that visual reminder, and these versions are especially easy on the eyes. First up, this very … Continue reading

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Boardwalk Empire Fashion

Boardwalk Empire || 1920s Showgirls

Hello all! Hope everyone is having a lovely weekend so far. I’m very excited about tonight’s return of one of the most stylish shows on television, Boardwalk Empire. This is a show that started out looking pretty, but being not-so-great … Continue reading

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Vintage, Deco + Nouveau Invitation Roundup

Art Deco Gatsby Letterpress Invitation

Well it would appear I’ve gotten a little behind on my posting, so today I’m doing a mini-roundup of all the art deco / nouveau and retro invitations I’ve been saving to feature at some point. Now “some point” has … Continue reading

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Flapper Bridesmaid Dresses

Flapper Fringe Bridesmaid Dresses

I’ve been meaning to do a bridesmaid-specific post for a while now, because there are so many gorgeous flapper looks for your bridal party… Photo via Unique Vintage. I just hadn’t managed to get a post together… But I’ve finally … Continue reading

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Deco Bachelorette Party Invitations

Deco Bachelorette

We’ve focused a lot on art deco invitations, decorations, fashion and decor for a twenties inspired vintage style wedding here, but recently thought… well, what about the other celebrations? Especially that one very, very (very!) important other wedding-related celebration, the … Continue reading

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Art Deco Style

Art Deco Style

As we noted in the last post, Gatsby style is back this year, and and although part of me hates it when things I love become popular, the other part of me loves it when it means other people put … Continue reading

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The Great Gatsby || Baz Luhrmann

Great Gatsby Poster Baz 2012

Well, the trailer for Baz Luhrmann’s long-awaited (or long-dreaded, depending on your tastes…) version of The Great Gatsby is here! That is… well, it is interesting. Interestingly scored, interestingly cast… there will certainly be lots to look at, style-wise. The … Continue reading

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Art Deco + Art Nouveau Invitations || Fides Design

Art Deco Invitation Set

I came across these deco styled invites by Fides Design the other day, and wanted to share. This first set (although titled “Black Felt Deco“) actually has an art nouveau look that I love, with a fabulously clean, elegant border … Continue reading

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Vintage Venue || Cicada + The Oviatt Penthouse

Art Deco Lobby Cicada

In 1925, James Oviatt was already a successful businessman. His department store, Alexander & Oviatt, had been attracting a high-end Los Angeles clientele in downtown LA for nearly a decade. He was in the midst of plans for their next … Continue reading

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1920s Invitation || Marquee

Art Deco Letterpress Invite

Just a quick post to say I love this brand new 1920s invitation set from the designers over at HelloLucky! A little art deco, a little art nouveau, and a lot gorgeous…. They’re calling it “Marquee” and it’s just lovely.  … Continue reading

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Art Deco Evening Gowns

Red Art Deco Evening Gown

Well, it must be all those award shows, but I find myself on an vintage-inspired evening gown kick and there’s not much I can do about it (other than Google, and search and pore over endless photos of incredible art … Continue reading

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Art Deco Save The Dates || Vintage Travel Posters

New York Vintage Travel Poster Save The Date

I love the idea of using themes or imagery from vintage travel posters for elements of an art deco inspired wedding. For a lot of people (myself included), though you may not be having a traditional “destination wedding”, many of … Continue reading

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