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Why not choose a Victorian Wedding Theme?

There is absolutely no other era as beautiful or as sophisticated as the Victorian era.

It was a time not only characterised by its prosperity, but for its incredibly artistic expressions. There are just so many gorgeous and simply unique ways to create a Victorian style wedding, Read on for a few of our favourites!

Colour Schemes

For a Victorian style wedding, you should choose light pastel colours, like pale pink, ivory, lilac, pale blue and light green. Choosing a gold or silver trim works well too.

Invitations

* Whether you're making the wedding invitations yourself or buying them pre-made, use ones that have that touch of sophistication and invitations with a vintage feel.

* Try engraving your invites with calligraphy and silver or gold printing.

* Use thick, high quality paper and card to achieve a more formal look and feel.

* Decorate your invites with pictures, ferns and roses entwined in swirly vines.

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Decorations

* Crystal is a must when it comes to a Victorian theme for a wedding. Dangle crystal chandeliers from the ceiling. You might even place crystal dishes and candlestick holders around the room.

* Line areas with Victorian style spindles and pillars.

* Use lace trim along tables edges and curtains.

* Use pewter style decorations wherever possible (tables and chairs etc).

* Drape long and flowing fabrics over the tables and accents.

* Place doilies on the tabletops.

* Have potted ferns scattered around the room.

* Tea cups and potpourri work well to achieve this desired look.

Favours

* Engraved champagne glasses.

* Victorian heart shaped jewellery boxes.

* A potted fern.

* Decorative, personalised doilies.

* Glass candlestick holders.

* Tea cups.

Fun Things to Wear

You can really have fun getting dressed up for this theme. Have your guests join in by getting them to come in Victorian style dress! This can include:

* Long, elbow or wrist length gloves.

* Look for replicas of Victorian style wedding gowns to wear on the day.

* Wear your hair up, with curls hanging down to frame your face.

* Men can wear formal tuxes with tailcoats, bow ties, white gloves and formal vests underneath.

Flowers

You're sure to have a lot of fun choosing flowers for a Victorian theme. The key is to remember to make your arrangements look as formal as possible. Here are some flowers that work and compliment your wedding:

* Pansies.

* Baby's breath.

* White and pale pink roses.

* Violets.

* Lilies.

* Orange blossoms.

* Ferns.

* Dried flowers and potpourri.

There are so many beautiful and original ways to create the perfect Victorian style wedding, you really can't go wrong!

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About the Author

Emma Jo is the premier designer at http://Emma-jo.co.uk.  Emma Jo combines her love of all things vintage and her obsession for beautiful design and print. With a Degree in Printed Textiles and Surface Pattern Design, she gathers inspiration from old books, buildings and antique fairs to design a range of wedding stationery with a difference. Since its formation the company has quickly established itself as a leader in creating world class wedding invitations and wedding stationery either in letterpress or digitally printed. Emma Jo has provided unique and unusual designs for many discerning clients and celebrities. 

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