Wedding hair accessories - 1920s Gatsby theme

So after quite a long (okay, very long..) break from writing we are getting back into the swing of things with some more 1920s themed posts!

Today we are taking a look at accessories to go with those gorgeous dresses from our last post!



This headband looks absolutely decadent! It is under £10 so a bargain if you are looking for something that will really stand out on your big day!

This ebay seller has 13 different styles of hairband to choose from! I thought this one was beautiful but there will be one to go with any dress in this line-up! Another bargain at under £10.

If you want to go really OTT then something with a feather might be for you! Again at under £10 you really don't have to spend a lot of money to look like you've stepped right out of the Jazz Age.

Would you choose to have some 1920s glamour at your wedding?

Irma xo

Wedding dress - 1920s Gatsby style

Following on from Kelly's post on Saturday, I thought I would have a hunt for affordable 1920s style dresses. 

This is an amazingly affordable option which would be great for an outdoor Summer wedding! It is a simple nod to the 20s and would suit quite a casual bride.

If you want more of a fancy dress wedding where you and all of your guests dress up, or maybe you want a shorter, lighter dress to change into after the ceremony that is still in your theme then this dress would be great fun!

If you are looking for something vintage but authentic 1920s dresses are too pricey then the 1970s is a great decade to look at. In the 70s a lot of fashion mirrored styles from the 20s so when looking for vintage 20s style pieces check out the 70s! This etsy piece here is actually a 1970s dress and is much more affordable than any original 20s ones!

This dress is gorgeous with beaded and sequined details. Perfect for a bride who doesn't want to be in a traditional white dress and the dropped waist style will make you look like you've been transported straight from the Jazz Age!

Here is another great option for your reception after you have taken that heavy wedding dress off. This one is quite fancy-dressy but is still amazing! You will make such an impact in this dress! You could even wear something like this for your hen night if you want your theme to extend to that as well!

Hopefully you like some of these 20s style dress options that I have found! Would you choose the 1920s as a theme for your wedding?

Keep your eyes peeled for a post about 1920s themed accessories to go with your gorgeous dress later in the week!

Irma xo

Gatsby Glam!

How about a bit of Gatsby glamour on your wedding day! :) This is a beautifully chic era and simple to recreate for your special day whether it be through your attire or your decor.

I found this image here. And if you want an exciting Gatsby inspired head piece you can refer back to my previous blog on headpieces!! :)

Some beautifully elegant flowers like these I found on etsy could be just the perfect finish to your glam 1920's look.

A chair like this one is simple to recreate yourself for a bit of money saving DIY. You just need some pearls and some ribbon :)

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Look at these delightful table numbers...

These can be bought in sets of 10 from etsy. I think however I might challenge myself and Irma to recreate a similar look ourselves ;)


And what about this for some effective table decor?

This image I found on buzzfeed. Easy to DIY by scattering pearls and diamonds on the tables :)


Or some pearls dripping from a champagne glass for some added pzazz! A stunning centre piece!

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So would you  consider a Gatsby theme for your wedding day? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment. As always we appreciate your feedback!

Kelly xo

Wedding flowers - Sunflowers

I've said before that I love sunflowers. I would love to have sunflowers everywhere on my wedding day.

My mum is going time it just right to start growing sunflowers in her garden for my wedding to save on costs!

This little centerpiece would be so easy to create yourself.. I've already started collecting jars for lots of little projects!

How cute are these Sunflower cupcakes?! Cupcakes are a great alternative to a huge tiered cake and it means everyone can just help themselves to one! If you have some talented family members or friends then it wouldn't cost too much to make something similar for your own wedding!

If you are having an outdoor wedding, I think this simple idea is gorgeous! 

I love how simple and rustic a bouquet of sunflowers can look. I think this is something I will be doing at my wedding. There is something so lovely about the colour yellow that I just love for a wedding!

You could give people a little hint of your sunflower theme with the invitations. These could be a great DIY project for you can your bridesmaids to do!

Why not have your bridesmaids in gorgeous sunflower yellow dresses. They would tie in beautifully with your bouquet and with all the flowers during the day! This one is available on ebay.

No matter the weather, even if it is pouring with rain, sunflowers will brighten up your wedding day!

Irma xo

Decor - a touch of Disney magic

What bride wouldn't want a touch of Disney magic at their wedding?! (Well maybe not every bride, but at averybrokebride we are all for a bit of Disney!)

How gorgeous would these Disney paper flowers be as a bride's bouquet? You can buy these ones on Etsy or if you are super creative you could try your hand at making something similar yourself!

Paper crafts are so popular on Etsy at the minute! This gorgeous garland would be a lovely decoration for any wedding venue.

How amazing would it be to cut your cake with this pretty cake knife and serving set?! 

I just love this subtle nod to Disney.. Not all of your guests will understand the Beauty and the Beast reference, but those who do will be very impressed!

This is something I would 100% do at my wedding! Best part is, my husband-to-be is called Andrew and is obsessed with Toy Story. Perfect! 

There will definitely be more Disney to come on our blog, but for now we hope you have enjoyed this little selection!

Would you include some subtle hints of Disney or go for a full-on themed wedding?

Irma xo

Do me a favor! :)

So after months upon months of planning that big important day you are setting those final, personal touches :)

You have spent an enormous amount of money, everything is perfect...just one last niggle...the favors!

These don't have to cost the earth and add to your expanding bill and can still be perfect and personal adding that final bit of magic.

How about some magical fairy dust?

I found these on here but next week we will be showing you here how to DIY little fairy dust bottles.

Another cute, yet inexpensive idea is to give your guests little seeds to plant in memory of your special day. Adorable!

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What a lovely memory for your guests :)  Or perhaps for the party animals out there you could put together your very own little hangover kit like this one below. This is featured on tulletales.

These are just a few ideas for you to mull, but next week we will be showing you some gorgeous, unique little DIY favor ideas! So keep watching :)

Let us know what you think by leaving a comment. As always, your feedback is appreciated!

Kelly xo

Home or Away?

After spending a long weekend in the beautiful resort of Benalmadena in an almost perfect setting, it got me thinking about the cost of getting married abroad. It would definitely be an option I would consider if I was ever to remarry.

Imagine the setting, almost guaranteed good weather, a breathtaking background of sun, sea and sand....the pictures would be amazing!

In the hotel resort I was staying in they offer a great package deal on weddings which includes a wedding planner, all the legal paperwork, photography, flowers, hair and make up, a welcome drinks reception, a 3 course banquet with free flowing wine, a DJ and more!

Beautiful Sunset Beach Hotel, Benalmadena

All this for around 40 guests costs from 5400Euros, which is roughly just over £4000 at todays exchange rate. I think this is a bargain! If a wedding abroad is something you would consider of course.

But you could have the hen and stag parties there and the honeymoon after. Perfect :)

Would you consider marrying abroad? Let us know what you think, we really appreciate your feedback!

Kelly xo

Think pink!

What girl doesn't love a little bit of pink? So why not on your special day theme your wedding pink?

There are so many ideas to chose from out there. Some pink bunting...perfect for a barn or marquee wedding. We will be showing you at a later date how to DIY your own bunting! The one featured below is available from Amazon.

You could also use the pink paper rose wreath we handmade and featured on a previous blog post:)

There are some gorgeous vintage cake designs to tie in with this theme. Irma is keen to have a naked wedding cake. Here is a gorgeous one decorated in a beautiful pink floral design.

These cakes below were featured on cakegeek. Very fabulously vintage.

Or perhaps this one decorated in lace would be a better alternative? 

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I sourced this beautiful pink bridesmaids dress for a bargain price of £10 on ebay

And these pink shoes...well I might have to invest in these myself...just because! I found these featured on weddbook. Totally lush!

Would you consider thinking pink on your big day? Let us know what you think. As always we appreciate your feedback!

Kelly xo

Will you be my bridesmaid...?

As cheesy as it may be, it might be quite fun to actually 'propose' to your bridesmaids. I've sourced some cute ideas and will definitely be doing some DIY posts for you in the very near future! All of today's ideas have come from Etsy, a great place to look for unique ideas for all aspects of your wedding day.

The idea behind this bridesmaid proposal is that they will pop the balloon and amongst lots of pretty confetti will be your little note. 

This one can be found on Etsy here but we will show you how to make it for yourself with a little DIY very soon here on averybrokebride.

For something simple and chic this card from Etsy could be a cute option for only £2.67. Alternatively, you could also make your own DIY version with a little bit of imagination ;)

This rope bracelet could represent you tying the knot and would be great for a nautical themed wedding. You could also think of something similar in a colour that matched your theme so that the maids could wear them on the big day!

For an eclectic, vintage wedding these keys would make a lovely gift for your prospective bridesmaids, especially with their initial on. Again, with a bit of imagination (and a collection of old keys) something similar could be achieved on a tight budget.

If you want to keep an element of surprise, why not give them a locket with your message inside, this way they wont know what you want to ask them until they look inside!

I think it is nice to give your maids something they can keep as a memory but also something they could wear on the big day makes it extra special. What do you think? Let us know by commenting, we love to hear your ideas and feedback!

Irma xo

And they lived happily ever after....

Inside every little girl, hides a little princess. So why not bring out your inner princess on your wedding day with a gorgeous fairytale themed wedding! This idea brings me no end of happiness I don't mind telling you!

There are an endless stream of ideas for a wedding with this theme.  I found this guest book idea on etsy. This particular one isn't available to buy at present but I'm sure cheaper versions could be sourced elsewhere and I'm sure we could show you a DIY version (watch this space!). It is beautiful though don't you think?

There are also a couple of cute fairytale ideas for the tables I found. How about this beautiful centre piece of Cinderella's carriage if you have a good budget to play with?

These are available from etsy again at $178. They are just Disney fairytale stunning.
And another hint of Disney dreams come true can be created with these table numbers/names.

These particular ones were again available to buy on etsy at $17.50 each. However watch this space again and we will be doing our own version very soon! 

And no fairytale wedding is complete without a castle of course ;). So if you can't get married in one, why not put one on top of your cake?!

Fairytale cake

Isn't this just dreamy!! 

What do you think of a fairy tale theme? Would you consider it for your big day? Bring out your inner princess! Let us know what you think by leaving a comment. As always your feedback is greatly appreciated 

Kelly xo