Old Hollywood Wedding on Catalina Island

I was thrilled when Alexis and Chase asked me to design their Old Hollywood themed wedding invitations for their Catalina Island wedding. The Avalon Theatre is the island’s iconic 1929 gathering place along with  Catalina Casino's ballroom—a big, open space perched above the harbor with tons of history! Every summer I went to Swing Camp Catalina to learn how to Lindy Hop, Balboa and Charleston. Dance instructors from all over the globe flew in every summer to teach. It was here that my love for swing dancing blossomed. It was such a treat to dance to a big band in a place where the likes of Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, Woody Herman etc. all played. I met Artie Shaw at an art opening in about 2002 before he passed away. I told him I danced to his music and he told me he hated swing dancers because they didn't pay any attention to the band. Well, it was a thrill to meet him anyway! Of course I am digressing, so back to the wedding...

100 Layer Cake recently featured this wedding on their blog and you can read all about it here. The vintage details of this wedding are just so divine! The couple chose my Stardust wedding invitation suite and had me incorporate vintage images of Catalina throughout. My friends over at Paper Moon Shoppe even provided a paper moon backdrop for guests to strike a pose. Please check out the phenomenal photos by Ben & Kadin below. It's such an homage to a timeless and beautiful time in history. What a colorful way to spend your wedding day!

Alexis and Chase in the historical Catalina Ballroom

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Photography: Photography by Ben and Kadin / Videography: Max Cutrone / Venue: The Avalon Theatre / Catalina Casino / Planning: XOXO Weddings / Flowers: White Sakuras, Island Blooms, High Camp Gardenias / Hair & Makeup: Styling by Melissa / Invitations: The Gilded Swan Paperie / Paper Goods: Zazzle & Emalias Fancy / Cake: Vons / Catering: Catalina Island Company / Officiant: Kevin Murray / Ceremony Band: Ellenwood Kitchen Club & Merlot Embargo / Music: Vox DJs / Silhouette Artist: Sylhouettes by Sylvia / Mariachi: Mariachi Divas / Photobooth: Paper Moon Shoppe / Bride’s Gown: Vintage / Headpiece: Frollein Von Sofa / Jewelry: Vintage / Shoes: Gucci /Engagement Ring: Lang Antiques / Wedding Band: Antique / Groom’s Attire: Suit Supply / Cufflinks: Vintage / Shoes: Hugo Boss from Vestiaire

#vintagewedding #weddingdecor #vintageweddingdecor #weddingadvice #weddingstyle #weddingreception #vintageweddinginvitations #artnouveau #islandwedding #islandwedding #vintageweddinginvitations #artdecowedding #greatgatsbywedding #vintageweddingstationery #weddingdecor #oldhollywood

Glamorous Celestial Wedding in Hollywood

Oh, so glamorous was this "Moon and Stars" themed styled shoot in Hollywood, California! Fabulous SoCal based wedding planner Marine from Flower and Sugar events pulled together this shoot and we were recently featured in the blog, Glamour and Grace. Check out the full feature here. Marisa Peterson shot the eclectic mix of celestial decor and delivers stunning and ethereal shots! The venue is the Women's Club of Hollywood, a building from 1905 and steeped with Hollywood history! Check out the full wedding suite here:

https://www.gildedswanpaperie.com/vintage-wedding-invitation-stardust

and the feture

http://www.glamourandgraceblog.com/2019/whimsical-celestial-wedding-ideas/

The stunning wedding party in our celestial themed shoot

Venue + Organizer: @wchweddings // Florals & Organizer: @flowerandsugarevents Photography: @peterson.design.photo // Paper Goods: @gildedswanpaperie // Rentals: LA Party Rents

Moon Background: @papermoonshoppe // Dress: @lilibridals @missstellayork @wtoowatters

Suits: @stitchandtie // HMU Team: @ericalemakeup @elmmakeupandhair // Models: @victoriatruscott @allisonlivesonearth @LyricEverly @CharlesCurtisOfficial @christianhoward // DJ: @dartcollective

Wedding Cake: @belladonnasweets // Macarons: @bijouxmacs // Cotton Candy Machine: @catchandparty // Cold Brew Coffee: @bokettocoldbrew // Cookies: @salt_and_flour // Photo Booth: @thephotobugcompany // Candle Cart: @banterandbliss // Catering: @papasinthekitchen

#styledshoot #weddingstationery #hollywoodwedding #vintagewedding #vintagebride #celestialwedding #moonwedding

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Rooftop Art Deco Affair

How romantic is a skyline view of New York City at sunset? Couple that with a Gatsby-Themed wedding on a rooftop and it's sure to be a glamorous event! I am so honored to have been asked to design the stationery suite for Tom and Fay's wedding. They chose my Swingin' on the Moon in shades of lavender and navy. They opted for the ultra-thick linen textured museum board and paired it with luxurious gold envelopes. Check out a few of the photos by the fabulously talented Brian Hatton. Full wedding suite is featured here:

https://www.gildedswanpaperie.com/art-deco-wedding-invitations-swing

The lovely couple shot by Brian Hatton

Photography & Planning: Brian Hatton Weddings // Planning: Bjorn & Co

Venue: The William Vale // Invitations/Paper Goods:@gildedswanpaperie // Flowers: Ivie Joy Flowers // Band: Sound Society  // Cinematography: Andreo Studio // Dress: Ersa Atelier

Shoes: Jimmy Choo Bridesmaid's Dresses: Vera Wang // Rings: Jordan Klein Jewelry

//Tux: Craig Mack Robinson Lighting: NYC Wedding Lighting // Hair: Katie Gell Makeup: Kornelja Slunjski // Officiant: Dr. Edward Greeny

#weddingstationery #gatsbywedding #vintagewedding #vintagebride #artdecowedding #artdecoinvitations #vintageweddinginvitations #greatgatsby

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