Aoife and Derek’s beautiful 1950s real wedding is brimming with inspiration that’s just ideal for stealing and sharing with you all! The couple couldn’t decide on a theme as such but a “modern-but-vintage” style evolved from the various wedding pieces they chose. Derek wore a navy suit and with that, some pale blue bridesmaid dresses and an ivory wedding gown, a colour scheme developed. Their letterpress invites from Pretty as a Picture resembled flow blue china, and it played a major part in the overall look.
First up to steal is Aoife’s gorgeous tea-length, ivory Beverly Lister gown with detachable shoulder-piece from Petticoat Lane in Co. Down. We found a similar gown (main image, right), called ‘Cecile’ by Fancy Bridal NY which is available from Bella Bleu, Co. Cork. Up next to inspire were Aoife’s cute Rachel Simpson t-bar shoes from Frilly Frocks. We chose an alternative pair from BHLDN (main image, left) that also come in an ivory hue.
Complied by Amy Croffey | Main image: left, BHLDN | right, Bella Bleu
Aoife’s Bridal Style
Aoife created a vintage bridal look with a birdcage veil, bright red lips, retro hair, a lace embroidered detachable shoulder-piece and a big luscious sash to emphasise her tea-length, ball-gown skirt.
Top image: Studio33 Weddings | Handmade sash by A.B Ellie, available from Bella Bleu | Birdcage veil by Cel Design Jewellery | Pamela Mann Signature Love Seam tights, image by Cotton Candy Weddings |
Decor
Aoife and Derek’s beautiful letterpress flow blue china inspired invites from Pretty as a Picture helped play a big part part in their day. Although their colour scheme was an accidental one, their light blue, ivory and navy were ideal tones for a relaxed and fun wedding.
Top: Jug by BHLDN | Invites by Pretty as a Picture | Cupcake decor from Potter and Butler, Etsy | Blue heart garland from La Mia Casa, Etsy €8 | Blue-lidded jar, perfect for candy tables, WeddingsOnline Shop, €13 |
Flowers
Aoife chose pink and cream flowers for her bridesmaids’ bouquets and button holes and a cream bridal bouquet for herself. We fell in love with this baby blue and cream creation from The Flower Den that mimics their overall colour scheme. Baby’s breath is a great choice for decor and can be added to any floral arrangements by the right wedding florist.
Flowers by The Flower Den
