Old Hollywood glamour sparkles as a wedding reception theme.
Weddings are very much about glamor, about making the newly wedded couple feel on their big day, and no theme says glamor quite like an Old Hollywood theme. Sure to make any bride feel like a starlet, using the Old Hollywood glamor theme relies on well known Hollywood customs. Whether carried through the whole day, or just used to theme the reception, this simple to achieve Old Hollywood theme shines.
Black Tie
The classic old Hollywood glamor wedding reception theme is black and white. This theme relies on black tie elements, combined with art deco style and touches of silver for sparkle. Decorate tables with crystal vase centerpieces filled with white roses or white calla lilies. Brush the flowers petals with silver glitter, or sprinkle the table with silver confetti and ribbon to add glitz. Use black and white place settings and serve sumptuous foods like shrimp cocktails and champagne.
Silver and Gold
Silver and gold sparkle with old Hollywood glamor and dress-up Hollywood themed receptions. The easiest way to achieve this theme is by using gold wicker or bamboo chairs and white table clothes. Use white china and crystal for place settings. Centerpieces are open to interpretation, but give you a chance to tie in a splash of color, such as red roses in a silver or gold vase or bowl. Bring in some silver and gold stars to bring the theme together, include pearls for a classy 1920s Hollywood look. Subtly twinkling lights complete this theme. Gold stars with the couple's names and wedding date make appropriate favors.
Oscars
The red and gold theme is a perfect opportunity to play on all of Hollywood's customs in a big way. Think Oscars when planning the red and gold old Hollywood themed reception. Rent a red carpet, red velvet rope dividers and have black and white photographs taken of all of the guests as they walk up the red carpet. Dust the carpet with gold confetti and red rose petals for an added touch of class. Use gold replica Oscars and red roses as centerpieces. Feed guests old fashioned appetizers, such as Petit Fours, and wedding cake from plates shaped like gold stars. Small chocolates in the shape of an Oscar, brushed with edible gold paint make great favors. Dress attendants in zoot suits and reproduction beaded fringe dresses to complete the Old Hollywood glamor feel.
Cocktails
Thanks to James Bond, cocktails are as much a part of old Hollywood glamor as the Oscars, so consider hosting a formal 1960s Hollywood style cocktail party. Serve Old Fashioned, martinis and Bloody Mary's, rather than hosting a dinner. Hire a band to entertain guests, or go Casablanca with a piano player who takes requests. Soft light and a dance floor add to the cocktail party ambiance. Look for a old Hotel with an amazing ballroom or dressy cocktail lounge to host this Old Hollywood glamor theme. Offer guests martini glasses with the couple's name and wedding date engraved on them as favors.
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