Fun With Vintage Bridal Gowns

With a little creativity and some refurbishing skills, the thrifty NJ bride can score a beautiful, vintage wedding dress that is uniquely her, for a fraction of the price she'd pay for a designer wedding dress. Here's some vintage wedding gown inspiration through the 20th century. (I skipped the 80s - sorry! Didn't think anyone would want to go there yet. Never say never though, right? There's always one out there.)

Soft, updo gives this vintage 1900s wedding gown a more laid-back feel. Pic from http://2.bp.blogspot.com/

 

1920s inspired, with dark makeup for a more modern goth look. Pic courtesy of http://www.wantthatwedding.co.uk

1930s wedding gowns were all about texture and drape. Pic from http://www.circabrides.com

1940s bridal gown with romantic lace and bows - for the "demure" bride! Pic courtesy http://yesbride.com

Another, more "Hollywood glamour" style of 1940s bridal gown - because it's my favorite era!
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I really love this classic, 1950s bridal gown with snug waistline and full, floor length skirt. Found on Pinterest.

1960s brides were fond of sleeves! Reminds me of my mom and the brides of her generation. Pic courtesy of http://www.veryvintagebridal.co.uk

A fun, hippie-child inspired '70s bridal gown - perfect for a wilderness wedding! Pic discovered on http://www.weddinginterest.com