One of my favourite iPhone apps right now is Hipstamatic, a photo application that tinges your photographs with the nostalgic and lens-flared look of shots taken in the late 60s and early 70s. There’s definitely a romantic hippie chic moment happening in fashion, and it makes sense that wedding themes will follow. So I thought I’d jump the gun and get all you groovy girls inspired with peace, love and flowers.
The perfect hippie wedding gown is long and flowing, but by no means overdone or princessy. Think empire line, natural fabrics, or even bohemian bell-sleeve. Hair is worn out and long, parted in the centre or braided through the front. Headpieces must be simple and natural: a circlet of fresh daisies, braided ribbons worn across the forehead, or for a longer lasting look, try a headpiece made of silk flowers. Makeup is minimal and au naturale, but that doesn’t necessarily mean a freshly scrubbed face. Use a light-weight foundation or tinted mosturiser, curl your lashes and apply lots of mascara for a fresh, wide-eyed gaze. Apply a natural coloured lip tint and blush to the apples of your cheeks for that healthy “I’ve-been-outdoors-and-had-lots-of-fresh-air” glow.
Top Left: Hair by Robyn Saunders, Makeup by Hendra, Styling by Claire Metcalf and Eddie Dos Santos. Photography by Stephanie King. Top Right: Babys Breath Bouquet by The Bouquets of Ascha Jolie. Bottom Left: Gown by Fiorenza. Bottom Right: Photography by Artis, Sydney. Centre: Jewellery by Ruby Tuesday.
In terms of jewellery, think love beads, long earrings with semi-precious stones, feathers or floral themes. Live up to your flower-child nature with lashings of fresh flowers, but keep it simple. No complex arrangements or exotic lilies, just groups of fresh flowers in jam jars or mismatched op shop vases. Consider having your reception outdoors and embrace the true beauty of mother nature: barefoot in a field or on the beach. Indulge your guests in a luscious chocolate cake, laden with fresh fruit and flowers, or update the classic white wedding cake with iced flowers and creeping vines.
Top Left: Photography – Bailie Photography www.bailie.com.au Styling, Flowers & Decor – Form Over Function www.formoverfunction.com.au. Top Right: Styling & Decor Bride + Groom www.brideandgroomstore.com.au, Photography Jemma Keech www.jemmakeech.com. Bottom Left: Cake by Kat’s Cakes. Bottom Right: Flowers by Abbadeen Florist
Top Left: Cake by Sweet Passion. Top Right: Both sets of earrings by Najo. Bottom Left: Gown by Fiorenza. Bottom Right: Cake by Heavenly Cakes.
Allow your colour palette to be inspired by nature: leafy green, sunshine yellow, warm woody brown, fruity orange and beautiful rose red. Right on…
And check out these gorgeous products that are perfect for a hippie chic wedding theme, available at the Modern Wedding Shop now! Far out! : )
Top Left: Couture Swarovski Crystal Cake Topper. Top Right: Miniature Funky Felt Gift Bags. Bottom Left: Eco Mini Drawstring Favour Bag, made from 100% organic cotton. Bottom Right: “Write From My Heart” Notepad & Pencil Favour.
What do you think of a hippie chic wedding theme? Groovy or gross? Will you be incorporating any natural beauty into your wedding decor? Let us know!
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Wishing you Peace, Love & Eternal Grooviness,
R xox
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