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How cool to have a retro themed wedding with all the trimmings. I found this photo above from Project Wedding and loved the overall sexiness. So glamorous and would fit in perfectly with some of my designs ‘Glamorous’ being he obvious option!
I couldn’t resist adding these sweet favour boxes on my style blog. The colouring is the same as our signature logo and I can imagine them to look really effective as favours placed on the tables. You could pretty much offer what you like inside. You could also customise to reflect your special day…spot on I reckon.
Some people would rather not have a wedding cake. Although its nice to capture that moment of you both cutting the cake its sometimes nice to do something a bit different. I found a great alternative…these cupcakes all wraped beautifully and customised to suit. A really great idea, and if your guests are too tipsy to remember your cake, instead they can take it home and enjoy it the following day…perfect!
Your wedding photographs may become your most treasured possession in the years after your special day, so it’s worth taking the time to get them right. But you don’t have to settle for the typical contrived wedding shots. There are so many talented contemporary photographers out there who might capture a unique angle, atmosphere, scene or poignant moment that the traditional approach may miss.
Shop around for local photographers and browse for specialists online where you can check out their portfolio, but we’d suggest going with someone who’s been recommended by a friend, if possible. In fact, for my own wedding we were lucky enough to get two photographers. so we could be sure we’d get all the shots we wanted!
The example image above is from Altmix Photography in the U.S.
We all have our favorite designers and Jenny Packham without a doubt is one of mine. I often look at her new designs and wish I could have them all, she has an amazing style and an idea for that perfect look that isn’t over the top. This photo above is one of my forever favorites and so elegant. Great for that vintage style wedding as well. A dress like this along with some SlaterSparke stationery would work wonders.
I always think its nice to add a personal touch to your wedding favours. Even if its adding a simple antique style tag like these. You can stain your own tags to make them look older by dipping them in tea to give them that rustic look, they look really effective and so cheap to do. Why not give it a go!
I had a lovely surprise this Christmas when I received one of these driftwood hearts from my auntie and then found out that she made it herself. When I looked on the internet they’re actually very popular and pretty expensive. This equivalent is from www. bythesea.co.uk who supply some fabulous gifts and jewellery. You can also pick one of these up from Karen Millar – Devon Driftwood Designs Ltd. All great for that perfect wedding gift!
These lovely name card holders are just the ticket for that festive wedding. You can find them from Cox & Cox, one of my fav places for gifts and wedding ideas. They can double up as your baubles for many years to come so your guests will get a momento, if you feel like giving them away that is!
I love all Jenny’s dresses, they are so classy and striking its easy to tell her designs from any others. As one of the UK’s most regarded designers you feel that little bit more special in one of Jenny’s wonderful dresses! Go to her website to see more of the Jenny Packham designs.
Anything to do with wedding and vintage immediately catches my eye. I saw someone choose an old style key like this one above, add a classic tag with your guests names and voila! A really nice vintage feel and something that looks a little different. Your guests can keep the key as a momento of your wedding day for years to come. You can pick these keys up in your local brick-a-brack shop for ten a penny. Why not give it a go!
The principle designer and founder of the company is Hayley Slater-Sparke. Working at the BBC for almost 10 years, Hayley has been on the production team for various TV programmes, including The Antiques Roadshow, Bargain Hunt, British Style Genius and currently DIY SOS.
SlaterSparke is an independent company offering a variety of stylish hand-crafted invitations, cards and stationery. Mixing vintage style with sharp contemporary design, we strive to maintain the balance between a high-quality professional finish and the hands-on personal touch. |
