While at the moment, many couples are focused on small, intimate events, what might weddings in the post-COVID era look like? If we look to history as a cue, we might very well see another kind of roaring 20s, a period of luxury and high style. The allure of something akin to the Great Gatsby is enough to ignite imagination! Whether incorporating a few strategic design elements or the full on glamour of the period, there are many ways to pay homage to this era of grand parties.
The style in the Art Deco period embraces rich metallic elements, rich color, strong lines, fanciful textures, stunning mirror detail and geometric elements. While the most popular Art Deco-inspired color palette is black and gold, any hue can be used for embellishment.
Your venue can help bring period details to life! Lucky for us, we have so many apt DC venues with rich, old world classicism for your art deco wedding. The Hotel Monaco pairs classic columns and a beautiful domed rotunda with many mirrored sunburst details and a modern style.
Two of our other favorites are the Carnegie Institute for Science and Union Station. The marble detail at the Carnegie is to die for. The East Hall just begs for luxury and drama.
Your Jazz Age style might start with a sleek beaded gown and simple hairstyle.
For a clean-lined bouquet, calla lilies bring that sleek, streamlined shape, while a natural cascade of phalaenopsis orchids represents elegant sophistication.
Another wedding fave for this style? Anemone. The black centers create a striking, graphic contrast to the petals. Best of all, they come in not only whites but also reds, fuchsias, and purples.
A black, gold and ivory color palette easily evokes the roaring 20s. In fact, you can start by going all out on the dance floor! A bold, checkerboard design adds instant wow factor to your wedding reception.
Art Deco era is characterized by a blend of clean lines but also a sense of opulence. Calla lilies are the penultimate flower, and make a great choice for tall, clean-lined arrangements, sleek bouquet and boutonieres.
Similarly, phalaenopsis orchids with their natural, sinuous lines share similar sensibilities.
Mirrored tabletop? Yes please.
Candelabra are an easy recipe ingredient to bring luxury and high style to any ballroom. Tall designs draw your eye up. Forego the foliage for lush, flower-forward designs. Instant glamour.
The roaring 20s is equally known for fanciful flourishes. Feathers are a fabulous way of elevating your event. Draping garlands of crystals or pearls create the opulent feel..
Treat your guests to the feel of old New York with geometric motifs on your paper products. With it’s precise and clear lines, geometric motifs are a big part of Art Decor design. While terrariums are not necessarily vintage, they’re a great way to bring that kind of shape into your wedding.
And last but not least, your wedding cake is a great place to incorporate infuse some Art Deco elements.
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