1950s Wedding Inspiration

Weddings Through the Decades: Retro '50s Inspiration

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It was all about the flawless, quintessential white wedding throughout the '50s: extravagant ceremonies, pristine formal attire, and happy, upbeat music. Crooners like Frank Sinatra stole the scene early on, while Elvis Presley and rock and roll took over the radio spots later in the decade. Onscreen, Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe made pin-up girls the ultimate male fantasy, while TV programs like I Love Lucy and Leave It to Beaver stuck to a cookie-cutter mold. Hoping to channel the jukebox era for your own wedding? From striped straws to retro color schemes, here are 35 creative ways to carry '50s charm into your big day.

Vintage-Chic Invitation Suite
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Retro Bridal Style
Retro Bridal Style
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Heart-Embellished Accessories
Heart-Embellished Accessories
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Photo by FlyingHorse via Rock N' Roll Bride

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Retro Red and Aqua Color Palette
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Photo by The Life You Love Photography via Style Me Pretty

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'50s Band
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Cheeky "Gals" Sign
Cheeky "Gals" Sign
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Photo by FlyingHorse via Rock N' Roll Bride

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Pinup Paper Doll Escort Cards
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Photo by Joielala Photographie via 100 Layer Cake

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Diner-Inspired Checkered Tiles
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Photo by Love is a Big Deal via Rock N' Roll Bride

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Classic Hairstyle
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Photo by Ben Q Photography via 100 Layer Cake

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Diner Eats
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Photo by Joielala Photographie via 100 Layer Cake

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Elvis Presley Details
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Photo by Nelwin Uy via Green Wedding Shoes

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Coca Cola Accents
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Photo by Amie Otto Photography via Ruffled

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Colorful Tablescape
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Photo by The Life You Love Photography via Style Me Pretty

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Old School Setting
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Photo by Emma Case Photography via Rock N' Roll Bride

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Girlie Pearls
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Photo by Ever Whim Photographs via Ruffled

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Striped Straws
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Vintage '50s Jewelry
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Photo by Janae Shields Photography via Style Me Pretty

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Rock and Roll Table Names
Rock and Roll Table Names
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Photo by Assassynation via Rock N' Roll Bride

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Old School Dessert Spread
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Photo by Ben Q Photography via 100 Layer Cake

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'50s-Inspired Bridesmaids Dresses
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Photo by sunny + scout photography via Style Me Pretty

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Retro Paper Goods
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Vintage Coasters
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'50s-Style Wedding Dress
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Vintage Candy Bar
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Photo by Jen Huang Photogrpahy via Ruffled

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Retro Floral Dresses
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'50s-Inspired Gown
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Photo by The Brothers Wright via Grey Likes Wedding

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Punchy Pumps
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Photo by Kira Sjoberg via Rock N' Roll Bride

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Retro Glitter "Bride" Sign
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Photo by Ever Whim Photographs via Ruffled

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Vintage Cake Topper
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Candy Shop Dessert Bar
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Photo by FlyingHorse via Rock N' Roll Bride

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Vintage Getaway Car
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'50s Fur Jacket
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Photo by Michael Massaro via Rock N' Roll Bride

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Vintage Tablecloths
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Photo by Beaty Photography via Style Me Pretty

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Retro Veil
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Vintage Table Props
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sso8th sso8th 2 years
very cute!
Lizzie-Fuhr Lizzie-Fuhr 2 years
In love! Laura, these are all gorgeous ideas.
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