“Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, a sixpence in your shoe.” It’s likely you’ve heard the familiar wedding rhyme that dates back to Victorian England. At the time, it was a simple guide to follow for good luck on your wedding day that would follow you into your marriage. For many, the tradition has continued, and we love to see how modern brides incorporate the theme.
As our 2023 brides prepare for their big day, our team at Twickenham House and Hall has compiled some of our favorite vintage wedding trends that we’re seeing reappear with a modern twist.
Pearls
The first predominant trend in 2023 is the timeless use of antique pearls in wedding decor and outfits. Loved by royalty and classic Hollywood alike, pearls give an effortless elegance and elevate any ensemble. In 2023, brides will wear traditional pearl necklaces and earrings and implement a modern twist into classic jewelry. Pearl veils are taking the wedding world by storm as more brides wear the bridal accessory. Whether detailing the edge of the veil or sporadically distributing on the entire piece, pearl veils are a 2023 wedding trend we expect to see extensively. Likewise, pearls stuck onto the bride’s hair is a modern twist on a vintage detail that will be popular this year. With pearls trending in 2023, brides can implement heirloom jewelry in a trendy fashion.
Yellow Gold
Step aside rose and white gold; the classic yellow gold is taking 2023 brides by storm and is here to stay. Within the last decade, numerous couples have strayed from the traditional yellow gold of their parent’s generations. However, with couples seeking a classic, timeless aesthetic, yellow gold, which predominantly trended in the 80s and 90s, is taking hold of 2023 brides pursuing a timeless aesthetic and vintage jewelry. Meghan Markle’s royal engagement in 2017 began the increase in yellow gold use. Current brides gravitate to the metal for its antique feeling, radiant finish, and beauty. We expect to see yellow gold as the predominant jewelry choice for couples in the coming years at Twickenham House and Hall.
Puff Sleeves
The floral dresses and puffed sleeves, first seen in the Victorian era and the 80s and 90s, are trending in full force for 2023 brides. Like most vintage revitalizations, the resurfacing of puff sleeves for wedding and bridesmaid dresses is modernized for current couples. Clean lines, simplicity, and elegant sleeves are predominant goals in contemporary wedding dresses for a modern bride. Regardless of the wedding season, puff sleeves have various styles adaptable to any weather. Simple, classic, romantic, puffed, short sleeves are perfect for the spring or summer bride. Garden or princess wedding aesthetics fit seamlessly with the dress trend and elevate each bridal look.
Paired with timeless jewelry and an elegant hall or mountain overlook, the style makes for stunning photos and a homogenous wedding theme. The long-sleeved, pillowy puff sleeves provide seasonally-appropriate warmth while achieving a refined aesthetic for autumn or winter weddings.