Old Hollywood Theme

Hey girls, I need some creative ideas from you. I'm going with an old Hollywood theme. Instead of table numbers, I'm getting 8x10 black and white photos of old movie stars like Ava Gardner, Marilyn Monroe, Grace Kelly, etc. I have my printer working on creating placecards that would be a replica of the stars on the "Walk of Fame" and I'm looking into having a celebrity impersonator (Marilyn Monroe) for the cocktail hour, then my guests could take pictures and I think it would be fun. But I need ideas for favors and anything else that you would think would be cool for the wedding. (I'm a big fan of reading old Hollywood star biographies).

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maybe little gold oscars as place cards? or even favors?

R.

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Message edited 12/2/2005 9:03:59 AM.

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Check this out... took Marcella's idea and did a search for favors:

chocolate oscars

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I love the oscars!!!!!
You need a red carpet

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when I think of Hollywood, I think of black and white as colors..oscars, stars, def black tie.. top hats autographs...hmm..

omg!! cute favor idea..how about getting a black and white pic taken of both of you and then framing it in this frame.. and you guys can autograph the pics with a black marker (being that you guys are the main attraction.. and you can personalize it.. like "Dan & Carol, thanks for sharing our day, Sara & Mike"




You can get big cut-outs of Humphrey Bogart and Marilyn Monroe. and of course elvis?

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other frames

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I love this site! See what creativity everyone has. THANKS girls! Keep em' coming!

Marcellabella - where did you find that pic you posted, was it from a website? I love the giftbags!

I MUSt have those chocolate oscars!

Message edited 4/11/2003 10:51:35 AM.

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http://www.chocolatevault.com/movies.htm

how about making up movie tickets and enclosing tickets with the invites?

you could totally take it a step further.. and have your guests come dressed as their favorite movie couple..

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Ohhh, I like Marcella's idea with the oscars!! The gift bags are adorable for favors. I also think having the guests come dressed up as their fav star is hilarious and would be really fun for your guests if you think they would all be into it! It would be great to see like ten Marilyn Monroe's on the dance floor!

Edited to add: I think maybe having guests dressed in the style of that era instead of actually trying to look like a certain star might work better and it will give people more options.

Message edited 4/11/2003 10:59:01 AM.

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check them out on www.shindigz.com


how about these for invites?



def a red carpet runner outside your hall!!


you can have an old movie reel in your reception during dinner with movie clips from the classics?

casablanca and such?

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You can use a playbill format for programs?

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I just did a search.. here's some more info.. there's ALOT of sites about this..

Hollywood Wedding

As your white limo whispers to a halt before the expectant crowd, the handsome man at your side smiles lovingly into your eyes. You step gracefully from the car, your diamonds sparkling with every movement. ('Diamonds' are a state of mind!) You pause as a mass of avid fans and photographers surround you, begging a moment of your precious time. Magnanimously, you scrawl your autograph and casually tilt your head for the snapshot of the century. (First making sure your good side is towards the camera, of course!) Finally, clinging possessively to your leading man, you reluctantly tear yourself away from your adoring fans and head for the elaborate reception that is being held in your honour.

Is this all just a dream? No, this could be your wedding!

All it needs is a little planning and some friendly co-operation on the part of your guests (fans). You could even be presented with an Oscar for an award winning performance, before the day is out.


The Command Performance

Entry Tickets

Have your invitations designed to resemble tickets for a show

Word invitations as if you are inviting your guest to a film premier or a night at the Oscar ceremonies. Use phrases such as 'first night' 'a command performance' 'star billing'. Include advice on 'audience participation' and explain the theme of your wedding and any specific requests for dress or behaviour on the part of willing guests

Asking your female guests to wear fancy cocktail dresses and loads of jewellery will add to the Hollywood ethos and make the guests feel as if they are a real part of the fun. But be sure to emphasise that such dress is optional, so that more conservative guests are not made to feel uncomfortable.

The Title Role
For her starring role, the bride must choose the perfect dress...

A figure hugging, draped style in sparkling metallic gold fabric. It must be slinky, sexy and showy

A 1950's style wedding dress, with a huge skirt and strapless top

Outrageous design straight from the Paris fashion shows (or a clever copy)

Wear long white gloves and a white 'fur' stole

If you are having a church service, cover a décolleté dress with a demure shrug or long glitzy waistcoat

Wear plenty of sparkling jewellery, every starlet knows that diamonds are a girl's best friend!

Wear black 'jet' jewellery with a white dress. (You could go for a 'black and white' movie theme and dress your bridesmaids in shiny black dresses)

The Leading Man

He'll need to look the part for his command performance...

James Bond in his superbly fitting dinner jacket. (What girl could resist!)

White suit, brightly coloured shirt and shades (but not during the service, please, she wants to see your eyes)

Medallion man - let's see the suntan and the chest hairs!

Starlets Audition
The supporting cast, (bridesmaids), also need to look glamorous - but not enough to outshine the star!

Glitzy cocktail dresses

50's style, full skirt, strapless bodice with a matching stole and lots of 'diamonds'

Outrageous 'designer' dresses

Slinky dresses and feather boas or 'fur' wraps

Child Stars

Dress your flower girl in Shirley Temple style. Ribbons in the hair, short full-skirted dress, tap shoes tied with ribbons and carrying a film inspired cuddly toy

Dress as mini film star, with sunglasses and carrying a glamorously dressed Barbie doll

Male Hopefuls (groomsmen)

Dark suits and dark glasses, this will create some great photos!

Follow the style of the groom if it is unorthodox. Just think - half a dozen gold medallions glinting in the sun, as they nestle against macho, hairy chests encased in scarlet satin shirts - it will be enough to make Granny go weak at the knees

A Bouquet for the Star

A shower bouquet. This is large and showy and was much loved in the thirties. It is a round bouquet with a cascade of different length ribbons falling from it, some reaching almost to the floor. Each ribbon has flowers attached by loveknots all the way down its length, creating a 'shower' of blossom

A hand tied bouquet of large, white lilies or other striking or exotic flowers

Arriving in Style

It has to be the stretch limo!! The entire wedding party should be able to fit inside - so only one trip needed!

Other transport can be considered, as long as it is outrageous, ostentatious or totally chic. Film stars are not known for conforming, they are out to shock and be noticed.

Hiring a Father Christmas sleigh in the height of summer

Travelling to your wedding in the local fire engine

Stopping the traffic with a Roman chariot

Hold your reception at a zoo venue and you could arrive on an elephant!

A riverside venue would allow you to arrive by motor launch


A Glittering Occasion

The Studio

Almost anywhere can be transformed into a little Hollywood - here are some suggestions:

A plush hotel dating from the 30's or 40's or 50's

A dance hall or nightclub, with faceted rotating mirror ball and spotlights

A large warehouse, complete with stage scenery, old fashioned film cameras and huge spotlights

Any marquee or village hall that can be decorated!

A Grand Entrance
Allow your guests to arrive at the reception ahead of you, so that they are ready and waiting for your grand entrance. If you wish to have a reception line, then have your guests line up to be introduced to you as you walk down the room.

Your arrival can be marked with a fanfare of trumpets and an announcement by the master of ceremonies. Write him a script if necessary, but make sure you are introduced to your fans in glowing terms. "Our favourite leading lady and her co-star" "The moment you have all been waiting for" "The star of the show" "The stars will sign autographs now" "You may take photographs".

Provide party cameras and photographs to be autographed, so that these are ready for your guests and let close friends know the plans in advance. Then be prepared to be mobbed by your adoring fans!

The Food of Love
Let your menu reflect extravagance and glamour. Use elaborate lettering and give creative names to the dishes, with an explanation added.

Don't forget to include the 'Marilyn Monroe Cheesecake', no Hollywood gathering would be complete without it!

Serve elaborate cocktails in frosted glasses, with plenty of swizzle sticks, umbrellas, fruit and cherries

Serve James Bond Martinis - shaken not stirred

Dish up individual deserts decorated with lighted sparklers

A Cake to Die For!
Design your cake to look like a bandstand or pavilion. Stack the bottom two tiers together, then place a dome-shaped, third tier on longer than usual pillars. Between the second and third tier, surrounded by the columns, place a bride and groom cake topper. Decorate the top tier to resemble a 'bandstand roof' with an elaborate centre finial.

The Stage Set

Understated elegance or in-your-face ostentation, the choice is yours, take your pick of the following ideas:

Lay down a red carpet at the entrance and stand topiary trees or tall flower arrangements on either side

Use director's chairs with the occupant's name on the back - no need for place cards!

Label the chairs at the top table as if for a film production. For example:

Stars (the bride and groom)

Producers (the bride and groom's parents)

Director (the best man)

Starl

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I found these favors on this website:

http://www.favorideas.com/shopping/prod/KA18006NA.htm

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Message edited 4/19/2008 10:06:13 PM.