Archive for March, 2011

In our last few posts, we’ve been discussing how you can have marvelous Mad Men wedding using a unique song list and even some swanky favors. In this post, we’ll list 10 different details that can easily be incorporated into your 60’s themed wedding. Trust us – if you’re planning a 60’s themed fete, then you won’t want to pass up on any of these wedding day details.

These Typewriter Favor Cards are Perfect for Mad Men Themed Wedding

1.) Outfit your bridesmaids in dresses inspired by Joan, Betty, or Peggy. For the Peggy look, go with ponytails and a cute geometric printed dress. For Joan, think updos with height and sexy wiggle dresses. For Betty, get pretty with curls and a printed dress with a full tea-length skirt.

2.) Pull up to your reception in a classic car. You entrance will NOT be missed!

3.) A well stocked martini bar complete with retro glassware. Enough said.

4.) Dress your groomsmen in slick gray, brown, or olive suits paired with white collared shirts and a basic striped tie. Wear bowties if you like to channel Harry Crane Also, pocket kerchiefs are a MUST! Fedoras optional.

5.) Serve up classic 60’s cocktails, including mint juleps, martinis, Tom Collins, and Don’s favorite: Old Fashioned. For the kids, Coca-Cola in glass bottles

6.) Instead of floral centerpieces, have rotary phones and typewriters adorn your tables. As an extra special touch, add a few other neat details, such as games from the 60’s, vintage lamps, or tins.

7.) Create a cool lounging area by scouring thrift stores for retro furniture. Include some mod pillows and maybe even some magazines from the time period. It’ll be the perfect place for your guests to chill.

8.) Have a classic bride and groom on the top of your cake. It never goes out of style!

9.) Have your place cards crafted with Mad Men inspired designs or retro lettering and numbers. It’ll really make a statment if you pair them with themed place cards.

10.) Name your tables (and decorate them by theme!) after Sterling Cooper/Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce accounts.

A 60’s themed wedding can be a whole lot of fun, especially if you play around with all of the neat vintage details you can incorporate into your special day. But when it comes down to finding the perfect 60s themed wedding favors, leave it to Daisy-Days.com.

In our last post, we announced our series on 60s themed wedding details, so to continue with that theme, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite favors to suit this style of soiree.

Here are our picks for 60s themed wedding favors to suit your Mad Men style wedding:

Olive Candle Favors

These miniature olive candles are stuffed with love. OK, maybe not love, but definitely heart-shaped red “pimentos”. Each set of candles comes packaged in a beautiful martini-style box that includes a recipe for a Matrimonial Martini. Adorable and DEFINITELY a hit at your next Mad Men-themed occasion.

Vintage Candy Jar Favors

Our Mod Monogram personalized candy jar favors are a great fit for a 60s themed wedding, so feel free to give your guests something sweet by filling them up with candy from this decade. Some of our favorites? Banana Splits, Cherry Sours, Lemonheads, Tic Tacs, and Sweetarts.

Cocktail Mix Favors

This cocktail mix favor is great for fitting in with the Mad Men theme. Each packet contains a powdered drink mix (you choose the flavor) that can be customized into the perfect cocktail when you follow the instruction on the back. Customize the label with your names and wedding date as a special touch.

Which one would you choose for your big day?

Mini Martini Glasses are a Perfect Favor for A Mad-Men Themed Wedding

AMC’s Mad Men has been a hit show since the start of its first season. Now as we move into season 5, more and more people are looking to infuse a bit of 1960’s attitude into their engagement photo shoots, centerpieces, bridal wear, and more using details inspired by Mad Men.

So, to get into the spirit of everything 60’s, we’ll be doing a series of posts on how you can get Mad Men style on your wedding day.

To kick things off, here’s  the perfect wedding set list for a 60’s-themed or Mad Men themed wedding reception:

Entrance Music
RJD2 – “Beautiful Mine” (Instrumental Version)

First Dance

Etta James – “At Last”

Julie London – “Fly Me to the Moon”

Father Daughter Dance

Frank Sinatra – “The Way You Look Tonight”

Dinner Music

The Pentagons – “I’m in Love”

Vic Damone and Percy Faith “On the Street Where You Live”

Ella Fitzgerald – “Manhattan”

The Ramblers – “Darling Say You Love Me”

Ben E. King- “Stand By Me”

Bobby Vinton  – “P.S. I Love You”

The Platters – “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes”

Bouquet Toss

The Supremes – “Baby Love”

Dancin’ The Night Away

The Drifters – “Save The Last Dance For Me”

The Kingsmen – “Louie Louie”

The Beatles – “Twist And Shout”

The Marcels – “Blue Moon”

The Temptations – “Ain’t Too Proud To Beg”

The Pentagons – “To Be Loved”

Chubby Checker – “Let’s Twist Again”

Miles Davis  – “Blue in Green”

What songs would you like to have on a Mad Men themed wedding set list? Share with us in the comments!

Neutral Wedding Accessories

For the past few months, we’ve been watching the runways to see what trends are likely to hit our closets, but there’s one design element that seems to be popping up everywhere. It’s been featured on perfectly manicured nails and in wedding cakes. It’s showing up more and more in gowns and on tablescapes. What are we talking about? Ladies, we’re talking about neutrals.

But these aren’t your grandmother’s neutrals. Oh, no. Neutrals have gotten MAJOR makeovers recently and now, it’s become totally fashionable to have a wedding that showcases a neutral color palette.

Instead of boring shades like beige, wedding designers are getting creative by playing with texture and color warmth and coming up with shades like honeysuckle, silver peony, cloud, and russet. These shades are the farthest thing from flat. They’re pretty and perfect for making other color choices pop. To master the trend, we’ve found that it’s best to pair a variety of neutrals with a vibrant color to add dimension. In 2010, it was all about monochromatic weddings. Now it’s time to get playful with complimentary colors.

The best part is that neutrals can work in perfectly with a variety of wedding themes, including:

And these are only a handful of themes that we can think of. Pretty much any wedding theme can work with neutrals this season, especially if you decide to go with a palette that’s focused on the softer side of the color wheel. Oh, and did we mention that you can find TONS of different ways to incorporate neutral details into your wedding plans? Cakes, flowers, dresses, shoes, table linens, decorations, favors…the list goes on and on.

Take a walk on the wild side and play with neutrals in your palette. It may not seem daring, but trust us, it can definitely make an impact! (Oh! Don’t forget to check out some of our best neutral wedding favors and neutral wedding accessories to accentuate this trendy palette.)

Movie Themed Wedding Favors Are Great for A Movie Theater Wedding!

We all know that the wedding venue is an important part of the day. After all, it’s where the magic happens! But before you go off to book the nearest reception hall, hotel ballroom, or backyard, consider having your wedding somewhere that’s a bit more memorable or non-traditional. Having an affair in an out of the box location not only adds flavor to the occasion, but it can also sometimes save you a bundle on your wedding costs.

Here are six out of the box places to have your wedding reception:

Museum
Love history and culture? Want to make your wedding even more interesting? Try hosting it at a local museum! Not only are the spaces beautiful, but you can also give your guests a tour of the facility as a pre-dinner/post-cocktails activity. So much fun and think of the photo opportunities! Bride, groom, and Van Gogh’s “Starry Night”? Sounds like a masterpiece.

Art Gallery
Sophisticated and chic. Those are two words that best describe art gallery nuptials. To host this swanky affair, seek out a gallery and book a caterer for a cocktail reception. It’ll be beautiful and out of the ordinary. Oh yes, and did we mention there’s beautiful decor already built into the space?

School
Remember the magic of dancing on the basketball court to those prom songs of yesterday? Well, now you can capture that same experience on your wedding day by hosting the big day at your alma mater. Think of the decorating possibilities! Whether it’s a college or a high school, a schoolhouse wedding is sure to be memorable (and great for teachers!). The only hitch: alcohol on school grounds. Make sure you get prior approval!

Movie Theater
You and your hubby’s name in lights…what could be better? Put your wedding date and names up on the marquee and enjoy an evening with the stars at your movie theater wedding. Instead of crab cakes, serve up hot buttered popcorn and Junior Mints. Then, have your guests dance the night away in the aisles or on stage. As a special touch, screen an original movie that’s all about your own love story!

Bowling Alley
Nothing goes better with a wedding dress than bowling shoes! This fun and funky reception idea is nothing short of unforgettable. Pizza, beer, wings, and all of those bowling alley munchies are a must as you and your wedding guests bowl a few games between dances. STRIKE!

Ski Resort
Love to ski? Want a way to enjoy winter? Then have your wedding at a ski resort. Have your ceremony in the lodge then follow up with a few trips down the slopes. Give your guests free passes and then afterwards, enjoy dancing and hot cocoa as you warm up. So much fun!

Did you have a non-traditional wedding setting? Share your story with us!