Put it on Paper: A 60s Dinner Party

A black and white invitation suite sets your guests up for how the dinner reception is going to be. The stripes add a wonderful punch of patterns.

Photo credit: Invitation suite from Cheree Berry via 100 Layer Cake

See it: 60s-inspired Bridal Shower & Mod-inspired Shoot

These two features on 100 Layer Cake are full of great ideas for a 60s inspired party. Lots of bold colors, pretty fabrics, and great outfits. See it, and be inspired!


Bright 60s inspired Bridal Shower. See it here.

Mod-inspired Inspiration Shoot. See it here.

Bag it: A 60s Dinner Party

I absolutely adore the structured look of boxy bags, 60s inspired and uber feminine. 

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): J.Crew Edie Purse via J.Crew, Victoria Beckham Hexagonal chain bag via net-a-porter, Kate Spade Primrose Hill Little Kaelin via Kate Spade, Victoria Beckham The Soft Victoria in Tan via Harrods, Coach Classics Stewardess Bag in British Tan via Fashionista, Chloe Sally Shoulder Bag via Purseblog

Dress it ... bride: A 60s Dinner Party #2

Tea length dresses are so wonderfully chic, and a great reason for getting pretty pumps and heels. A great style to wear for cocktails before the big dinner reception.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Beauty Riot, Love It So Much, Bella Sugar, Lady Peach, Ruffled Shop, Martha Stewart Weddings

Dress it ... bride: A 60s Dinner Party #1

A fitting sheath dress or a intricate lace sleeved gown, perfectly curled hair and the right accessories complete the classic style of a lady ready for a formal evening of dinner and dance.

Photo credit: (1st row) Brides, Wedding Chicks, Wedding Chicks, Love Charlie on etsy, (2nd row) Martha Stewart Weddings, Love Charlie on etsy, BHLDN, Twigs & Honey, Martha Stewart Weddings, BHLDN

Style Board: A 60s Dinner Party

A brunch reception after your ceremony is a great way to start a day of celebrations, a fun yet intimate gathering of the closest family and friends. And what better way to cap the day with an evening of glitz and glamour, a dinner party ... mad men style. Take a look.

Photo credit: (1st row) Style Me Pretty, Wedding Chicks, (2nd row) Wedding Chicks, Brides, (3rd row) Style Me Pretty, Brides, Brides, (4th row) 100 Layer Cake 

See it ... Real couple shoot

Photo credit: The Pretty Blog

This couple shoot featured on The Pretty Blog whips up lots of images of a retro 60s theme, from the red and silver bar stools to a jukebox from milkshakes to coke bottles. See it ... Retro Diner (Couple Shoot).

Dress it ... bride: Let's do a 60s Brunch #2

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1. Instead of wearing just a pair of simple lace glove, chose one with a pretty bow and crystals. Bridal gloves by MyOliviaNelson via etsy.
2. Peplum is feminine and chic, polka dots add a brilliant fun factor. White polka dot bandeau peplum dress via River Island. 
3. A small veil, neat updo, pearl necklace, satin gloves, all make for a classic look. Mad men wedding ideas via Wedding Chicks.
4. Let your attire shine by choosing interesting fabric that has a metallic finish. Metal Torre Dress via FCUK.
5. Accessorize with color. A teal blue pillow hat with veil adds a wonderful detail. Hatily ever after via Sparkle and Shine.
6. Shoes are a great way to bring your wedding colors into your outfit. A-cute triangle heel in teal blue via ModCloth.

Dress it ... gals: Let's do a 60s Brunch

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(1st row) Believe it or Garnet bag via Modcloth, Bottega Veneta Fall 2011 RTW via Vogue, Coral v-neck peplum dress via Miss Selfridge
(2nd row) Whistles Betty A-Line 60s Shift Dress via Asos, Sleeveless cut out dress by Love via Topshop, Asos Midi Dress With Contrast Belt via Asos
(3rd row) Sporty peplum dress via Miss Selfridge, Tranquil day hat via BHLDN, Stitch tan t-bar clogs via Miss Selfridge

Dress it...bride: Let's do a 60s brunch

1. A fit and flare dress is a classic get up. Lois french-cuff tea-length wedding dress via Ruffled shop.
2. Lace gloves are a quintessential part of ladies' attire. Lovely bridal gloves by Sibodesigns via etsy.
3. The pillbox hat, made hugely popular by Jackie Kennedy, adds elegance to an outfit. Just top it up with a veil for your ceremony. Herringbone pillbox hat with veil by Preston and Olivia via etsy.
4. The flower appliqué and lace-up glams up a muted colored pair of heels. Trellised aster lace-ups via BHLDN.
5. A structured bustier top and a flared bottom adorned with rhinestones and beads, this style is wonderful for a midday celebration. Metropolis dress via BHLDN.

Style Board: Swing with the Sixties

The swinging 60s! Saying it out just makes me want to hit the jukebox and dance to a tune. Think of the local diner, ladies in pretty frocks with the perfectly groomed hair, men in the rolled up sleeved shirts and their well slicked hair, hearty breakfast of bacon, eggs and sausages finished with frothy glass of milkshake. A wonderful brunch reception after your ceremony.

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(1st row, left to right) Table setup via The Pretty Blog, Red shoe & Jukebox via The Pretty Blog

(2nd row, left to right) Milkshake maker via Hostess with the Mostess, Dessert table via Mercury Jane Designs, Table setup via Green Wedding Shoes 

(3rd row, left to right) Vintage car via Style Me Pretty, Typewriter and guest card holder via Mercury Jane Designs, Photo booth via Hostess with the Mostess 

(4th row, left to right) Bridal party with vintage luggages via Ruffled, Table centerpiece via Ruffled