GOING VINTAGE: FOR REAL OR JUST LOOKING THE PART

If ever I got married... - by Rouquine on Polyvore.com

This gorgeous retro-dress is from Vintage Textile.com a site devoted to collecting clothing from times past. If you're considering going vintage--I mean really vintage as in wearing a dress from the actual era you love, here's the lowdown: Many vintage clothing stores stock actual gowns from by-gone eras as well as ‘retro-inspired’ selections.that are brand new. The bride in love with a particular era of clothing usually checks vintage clothing stores first. Not all brides opt for an actual gown that survived her favorite era though. Some choose a newer style reflecting the period in natural fibers. Why? Because that authentic 1925 chemise may be so delicate, without proper restoration it could literally fall apart. Think of gowns belonging to the ages like you would certain antiques: some so precious to be considered museum quality. Depending on restoration, the rule of thumb is, the older the gown the less they should be worn. If you are set on wearing that 1910 dress find a specialist in restoration who can advise.

WHITE INSPIRATIONS

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LIVING THE DREAM

This is one of many of the exquisite and ethereal gowns by Parisian designer Manon Pascual. The stunning photos are by Jean-Pierre Collet. A visit to the Pascual site is like stepping foot into heaven. Page after page of incredible imagination and the kind of fabrics you can only find in France. Read More . . . . . .

NEW ON ETSY

Meet Fiona! This is an adaption of my evening gown silhouette clients love so much. Incredibly light and airy, it's made out of silk chiffon and lined in china silk (feels sumptuous on). The train is a diaphanous cloud of silk gauze dappled with tiny hand rolled organza florals.

Ordering this gown is a cinch. It can be found on my site, Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal Couture or Etsy. Best to call me 415.258.8204. I'm in The San Francisco Bay Area. I'll send out a good sized swatch of this fabric and linings. . . .

THE GOLDEN BRIDESMAID

golden bridesmaid - by Harri :) xoxo on Polyvore.com

This reminds me of my own wedding. I dressed my attendants in ivory and differentiated some of them via purple sashes and shades of pink florals. Here golds and beiges are the accents. I love this selection of whimsical accessories from the frou-frou parasol ranging from soft pink to the beige dotted hair ornament . . .

INSPIRATIONS IN RETRO CHIC

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If you're flirting with bringing some retro touches into your wedding, check out these vintage images with a modern twist.

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The above photo is evocative of the late 1970s when Paris designers like Missoni and YSL were mimicking 30s styles. The hat and overblouse say it all . . .

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Today's chic on 1920s silhouettes: lingerie inspired chemises, one with three dimensional applique rosettes.

WHAT'S NEW IN THE GOWN GALLERY?

Alot of head chic. I'm incorporating more creative touches via hats and headpieces. Yes, I still do veils--all kinds from long cathedral styles to little net poufs and birdcages. The hat pictured above swathed in tulle is modeled after a combo of 20s Gatsby and 50s Paris Vogue (a la Irving Penn).

This headband/tie with a rose accent is perfect for vintage frocks reflective of 1920s-50s.

Above is a silk dupion hand-rolled floral headpiece with net pouf, custom matched to the gown and fabric. With made to order gowns you can get an entire head to toe look on your wedding.

If you want to talk about a hat, veil or headpiece, try calling me 415.258.8204 (I'm in the San Francisco Bay Area) or email me amyjotatum@gmail.com. More hats and veils can be seen on my website http://www.amyjotatum.com/

under Head Chic.