Accessories are usually one of the last things we buy for our wedding day, and I’d say it’s as important as the dress. It’s a statement piece and we must get it right. This stunning ‘Zara’ headband from Alan Hannah would suit hair up or down and could be just what you’re looking for. It’s available in white, ivory and pale pink, and has a hint of vintage style to top it off. Beautiful!

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The 50s style wedding is becoming more and more popular. I’ve been to a couple of weddings where I’ve been completely inspired by the wonderful 50s theme. I simply had to post this silk chiffon dress I found, shown with French corded lace by Naomi Neoh, isn’t it beautiful!

www.naomineoh.com

I always like to blog about local companies so when I found Bristol Vintage I just had to broadcast it. It has everything you need from crockery, bunting, jugs of wild flowers and even wind-up gramophones to make your day a day to remember. They cover the whole of the south west co-founded by Ali Cook & Katie Daniels.  Between them they have over 10 years experience organising boutique events, weddings, parties and film premieres.  A really beautiful website and look out for SlaterSparke Ltd on their blog!

www.bristolvintage.co.uk

This beautiful silk dress with embroidery beading  is called Ginseng by Claire Pettibone, with its detachable train is absolutely stunning. This fabulous designer is often inspired by vintage fabrics and fashion history, she has found a way to meld her love of things past with a new perspective that results in the perfect dress for the bride to enchant her guests as she walks down the aisle.

www.clairepettibone.com

After walking down the local high street yesterday in Clifton, Bristol and I spotted thee most beautiful wedding dress in Phase Eight, £350.00 and it is absolutely gobsmacking. So much details and looks so expensive, I had to tell all my girlfriends that are getting married about it, really is a must see. I know its nice to spend money on the dress but you really don’t have to, there are so many dresses out there equally as nice at a fraction of the price (oh that rhymes) go, go, go and take a look!

www.phase-eight.co.uk

I came across some fantastic dresses today from a Belgian company called Rembo styling. Offering a real mix of beautiful dresses for that modern bride. The designs have been described as “trendy”, “elegant” and “subtle”, I can see why.

 For the UK: Elizabeth Ayers is your contact. To take a look at what’s on offer check out the link below:

www.rembo-styling.com

Sarah Kavanagh Bridal sets out to give you hand designed and hand crafted wedding jewellery for your special day.  Offering 20% off all pieces, starts 15th July – 31st August, simply enter code SSUN20 when you checkout. Beautiful handmade wedding jewellery for you, your bridemaids and anyone else you feel like treating.

Vera Wang is an incredible fashion designer from New York. She used to be a magazine editor and competitive skater, but she’s obviously branched out since then! Now, since getting married, her company specialises in bridalwear. But she doesnt only do dresses and fashion, she also designs and sells exquisite tableware and other items that would make very elegant and generous gifts. This beautiful crockery set pictured above has a lovely modern-shaped jug but it’s all still quite vintage. The photography on her website is incredible as well, check it out here: www.verawangonweddings.com

‘Watch me go’ is a fantastic website selling vintage and retro watches from Casio to everyday vintage brands, you’ll be sure to find what you are looking for if you want something with a cool twist.  A great choice for wedding gifts. 

Take a look www.watchmego.co.uk

Feathers can be a really nice way to add a little vintage touch!  I found these shoes and absolutely loved them.  You can customise anything, so buy yourself some cheap but comfy shoes and add a little va va voom to make them individual to you!  I chose some Rainbow shoes which we’re actually very comfortable and looked very vintage, you can also dye the Rainbow designs.

Kitty’s expertise in vintage fabrics comes from several years spent dealing vintage clothes and accessories on Portobello Road, and other London venues. Here she was constantly struck how, in the past, beautiful things were cared for and re-worked. Her designs are inspired by the shapes, styles and craftsmanship of past eras, as well as the vintage ‘make-do-and-mend’ sensibility which is the antithesis of modern throw-away fashion.