Wedding in the style of dudes - decoration and holding

Wedding style

Scenario for a wedding in the style of “Hipsters”
Selection of images and clothes for a wedding in the style of “Hipsters”
Bride's image
Groom suit

Rules for organizing an event in the theme of the youth movement of the 40s-60s of the last century

Decoration of the wedding procession
Decorating the hall
Wedding invitations
Musical accompaniment
Holiday photo shoot

Wedding fashion keeps up with the times. And the thematic nature of the most important event in the life of every happy couple is gaining great popularity. A wedding in the style of “Hipsters” is a bright and enchanting show that the newlyweds and guests of the celebration will remember for many years.

A wedding in the dude format is an event decorated in the style of the youth movement of the mid-last century.

The peculiarity of the style lies in bright outfits, spectacular retro styling and hairstyles, and an abundance of accessories.

Hipsters preferred fiery music of such styles as twist, rock and roll and boogie-woogie. Decorating in a similar theme is an exciting and fun process , the preparation of which turns into a real celebration. You can arrange such a themed wedding anywhere: in a restaurant, outdoors, the main thing is to remember that there should be enough free space for the performance of artists and the fiery dances of guests.

Photos from a wedding in the style of “Hipsters”

Features of a wedding in the style of a dude

The word “hipsters”, which is incomprehensible to the modern younger generation, refers to a subculture that was very widespread on the territory of the USSR in the 60-70s. Its main features were freedom of personality and self-expression, rock and roll, and emphasized individuality in the smallest details. Also in the spirit of that time, there was a special idea of American culture, which parents imagined as a fairy tale consisting of continuous parties and pleasure.

Also, dudes were distinguished by the presence of their own slang, perky character and recognizable clothing details. It will be very simple to organize such a celebration, because no special investments will be required in material terms. It’s great if the couple is familiar with the era of that time from the stories of their parents or footage from films. The toastmaster will also be quite easy to find. You can let the professional do it yourself, or discuss the details with the help of wedding agencies.

It is worth remembering that this wedding model is very different from the usual classical ceremony and relatives of the previous generation cannot always correctly understand the plan. Sincere fun in the spirit of that time will definitely appeal to even the most skeptical guests. This wedding is suitable for fans of rock and roll, as well as lovers of personal freedom and creativity. When decorating a wedding, despite its simplicity, it is worth considering the following details:

the music must correspond to the genre of that time: rock and roll, Elvis Presley or the boogie woogie genre;
when combining colors, you can show your imagination and combine incongruous things both in the interior and in the costumes of guests;
pipe-style trousers and a herring tie for the groom and men, the best colors are orange, yellow, scarlet;
For girls, fitted versions of dresses with a fluffy but short skirt of the most unexpected colors are ideal;
The bride price can be formalized in the spirit of the Soviet regime and their opposition, for example, the ransom of a girl from a skeptical party meeting.

It is worth thinking in advance about possible dances and competitions with similar motives, since the more fun at a given wedding, the better.

Determining the wedding venue

The ideal room would be a spacious banquet hall; open air is not relevant for this style. You should not choose overly decorated rooms due to the need to change the design to the Soviet version with additional effort and time. If you want to create an exact copy of the atmosphere, you can negotiate with the palace of culture, or the dining room, in which the interior of that time has been preserved in detail. Ideally, there should be square plates on the ceiling area, long tables and fairly wide stairs and openings.

If you want freedom, you can rent cottage houses or hold a wedding in a country house. It is ideal if the dacha has a wide veranda where guests can hide and continue the fun in case of bad weather. The main requirement is a minimum of modernity in the decoration of premises.

Outfit ideas

From the description, it is clear that the traditional white dress and suit of the groom will ruin the traditional picture of the 60s era.

Shaping the image of the bride

The bride's dress must meet the requirements of that era. Ideally, a short and bright dress model in light green, red, or another bright shade. A polka dot dress or a model with dense, large and bright prints will fit perfectly into the interior. Which can contrast with the main color.

If the bride insists on the traditional version of a white dress, a bright accent in the image would be appropriate - a belt, bag, shoes, or gloves in flashy colors. A bright skirt underneath, matching the accessory, will fit perfectly. The more pomp at the bottom of the bride's dress, the better. It should be achieved through a large number of fabrics and petticoats. The dress should have a fitted cut in keeping with the style of previous years. You can add a distinctive feature in the form of a belt that is tied at the waist on the back in a bright bow. For brave brides, the ideal solution would be thick stockings or tights. Shoes should be bright. either wedge or high heel. The theme of dudes in bright and compatible shades will be maintained as clearly as possible with this image of the bride.

You should choose a low hairstyle with smoothed hair. Options such as babette, bun, or high bouffant are perfect.

For decorations, it is recommended to choose large jewelry, satin ribbons and artificial, bright flowers. The place for them would be not on the forehead, but on the top of the head. Ideally, the strands should lie hair to hair. If you want to leave strands of hair untucked, you can wrap them in large curlers in the spirit of that time, or by wrapping them in a curling iron.

The veil in this wedding style is not used in the traditional sense. But if you wish, you can secure it at the bottom of your hairstyle. A short veil that matches the main color of the celebration will fit perfectly into the look. The bride's makeup should emphasize her femininity, youth and elegance. You can choose bright, flashy accents in the image in the spirit of that time. This theme is an excellent opportunity to play with contrasting shades of makeup. The nude option is not relevant in this image. The bride's bouquet should be selected from the available flowers that grew in the plots of the then dudes - asters, phlox, dahlias.

Tips for shaping the image of the groom

In this wedding style, traditional black suits will look at least pretentious and strange, so it’s better to put them aside. For a dudes groom, an outfit in an unexpected combination of colors would be ideal: orange, light green, red or crimson. It would be ideal to use appropriate prints in the form of a cage or large polka dots.

If you have a more modest nature, you can wear discreet trousers - pipes and a bright-colored jacket. A tie should be chosen in the shape of a “herring”, preferably in a flashy color that matches the details of the bride’s image.

The boots are ideal with pointed toes, patent leather, and thick white soles. If the hair length is suitable and the groom has a bold nature, you can create a hairstyle in the style of the then youth idol Elvis Presley. Colored socks will be a bold detail of the groom's look.

Tips for dressing up guests and witnesses

To maintain the unity of the wedding style, the images of guests and witnesses must organically fit into the overall picture of the celebration. It is worth remembering that not all guests may have items from that era in their wardrobe. Therefore, it is important to think over additional accessories for invited guests and distribute them at the entrance. These can be large dark glasses, satin ribbons, ties and belts for women in flashy shades. The highlight of the evening will be the toastmaster in the role of a black marketeer, hiding under the floor and giving out the “deficit” to the participants. With a simple tie you can fit into the overall style of the wedding and not feel like a black sheep.

Bridesmaids are recommended to choose dresses that are as similar in style to the style of the bride's clothing as possible. A dudes wedding involves dress styles with a fitted silhouette and the presence of fluffy short skirts. Based on the color scheme, you can choose both items that are similar to the bride’s outfit, as well as options that are not similar to each other. The groom's suit should also match the outfits of his friends. You can invite men to wear ties of the same color as the jacket of the hero of the occasion.

Clothes of the newlyweds and guests

The newlyweds are the main characters of the party. Their clothes at a wedding in the style of “hipsters” should look bright and extraordinary and at the same time not blend in with the motley crowd of dressed-up guests. The images of the lovers are as if they are about to break into a fiery dance.

Bride

Let's look at how the dudes chose their dresses.

Fashionable girls preferred dresses just below the knee or mid-ankle length with a full skirt. The dresses were certainly bright. The bride should choose exactly this style. The color of the outfit can be white with bright accents (double hem, colored belt, bright skirt) or plain in any color of the rainbow (but then it will be more difficult to distinguish you among your friends). Wedding dresses with polka dots look beautiful and feminine.
A small veil, gloves, bright jewelry and colored shoes will harmoniously fit into the image (the heel can be low, a platform is acceptable). Stockings with a seam at the back were popular among dudes. Since the product is in short supply, the girls got out of the situation and imitated stockings by manually drawing black arrows on their legs.
Choose a simple hairstyle with clear lines; careless styling will not work. The look will be complemented by a babette, straight hair with ends curled outwards (good for medium length or a bob), a ponytail on the top of the head with neatly curled curls, loose curls, neat hairstyles on the side. Decorate your hair with a wide headband and/or bow to match your belt and shoes.
Makeup should be catchy. Emphasize your eyes with arrows, and apply bright lipstick (preferably red) to your lips.
Choose a small but bright bouquet. Gerberas or wildflowers work well. The palette of the composition should be in harmony with your image.

Groom

Young people valued their own style.

A young man should also look deliberately bright. Allow yourself a colored jacket, blazer and/or checked trousers.
Images with bright shirts look interesting; funny colored prints are allowed.
Shoes can be bright or subdued, depending on the overall look you choose.
A tie or bow tie can become accents that echo the colors of the bride's dress.
Feel free to use a hat, suspenders and unusual cufflinks.
The accent can be a hairstyle a la Elvis Presley.

Dress code for guests

A wedding in the style of “retro dudes” will appeal to your friends if they love bright and cheerful celebrations. Guests must match the chosen style, only in this case the wedding will truly turn out to be stylish.

Girls wear bright, short, straight-cut dresses or flared skirts. Bridesmaids can use color accents chosen by the hero of the occasion in their images. For example, if the bride’s dress contains colored details in the form of a belt, shoes or jewelry, her friends can wear plain dresses of these colors. You can emphasize your closeness to the bride with details - hairstyles, shoes, clutches. Discuss this in advance.

Men can wear ties, bow ties or suspenders like the groom. Make the same styling.

Remember the famous film “Hipsters” - a bright crowd of young people stood out in contrast against the background of gray streets and identically dressed fellow citizens. This is the effect you should strive for!

Bright cars for a bright company

Retro cars in bright colors will fit perfectly into the style of your wedding. Choose "Volga", "Chaika" or "Pobeda". Decorate your transport with ribbons and flowers. Hire a tram for your guests and offer them a ride through the city streets. Decorate it with bright ribbons, posters and posters.

Design of invitation cards

A wedding in the dude style cannot be complete without originally designed invitations. A few ideas will help in the original design of such an important detail:

the use of antique records as a basis for invitations, indicating the time and details of the ceremony in the font of that era;
antique invitation cards;
DIY postcard options.

You can arrange a quest for guests in the spirit of that time. For example, come up with a code word encrypted in invitation cards. To get to the wedding, guests will have to guess the word. You can choose your own password for everyone if there are not so many guests. If a guest does not study the invitation carefully and makes a mistake, he will have to pay for his inattention.

When decorating postcards, you can use satin ribbons, polka dots, or use an image of a couple dancing boogie-woogie or retro dance. It would be a good idea to use dude slang in the text of invitation cards. But if older people are invited to a wedding, it is better to address them politely on an individual basis, especially if you are not sure of their sense of humor. It is necessary to specify in the invitations the presence of an appropriate dress code for guests and witnesses. An original idea would be to record video invitations.

Guest clothing

If you’re going to have a show, then it’s for everyone, and let no one be left sad at the “stylish” wedding!

Typically, bridesmaids wear matching dresses. They should be as bright as possible and harmonize with the bride and groom’s outfit.

For example, if the bride has a white dress with a red belt, then the bridesmaids can be dressed in red dresses with large white polka dots. The girlfriends will look impressive in dresses of the same style, but in different colors. In makeup you just need to use bright red lipstick and black eyeliner.

Guests should be informed about the dress code in advance. Not all of them will be delighted with the proposal to wear “stylish” outfits, and some will simply ignore the request of the organizers of the celebration. Therefore, you should prepare accessories in advance: bright ties for men, satin headbands, large jewelry, bright red lipstick for women. Such little things can easily turn the most modern toilet into a retro outfit from the Hipster era.

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Decorating a wedding cortege

It would be ideal if you can find brands of Soviet cars like Volga, Niva, or Zhiguli for the wedding procession. It’s great if you can paint cars in bright, flashy shades of colors: orange, acidic, lemon colors. If this is not possible, you can correct the situation using the decor of the selected shades.

If you have the finances, you can rent a Soviet-era tram for guests. A walk in such a vehicle through the forest will definitely be an unforgettable and original adventure.

Cortege

It is best to get old Soviet cars for a style wedding cortege - Pobeda, Volga, even a Zaporozhets will do.

The ideal option is to paint the car in catchy colors: lemon, acid green, orange, but if this is not possible, then standard colors will do. Just add more decor - tinsel, balls, ribbons. Place dolls symbolizing the newlyweds on the hood. In the 60s, dolls, along with balloons, were almost the only element of car decor.

If possible, rent a real Soviet tram for your guests. A walk around the city in it will definitely be unforgettable.

Decoration of the banquet hall

It is important to remember that the dude style requires space. Much of the wedding takes place in dancing and participating in competitions. Therefore, it is recommended to move the tables away from the center closer to the walls of the establishment. The attributes of discotheques of that time will come in handy, for example, a glowing disco ball, vinyl players, a saxophone and other Soviet paraphernalia. Confetti and balloons of different shapes and bright colors are perfect for decoration. And paraphernalia can be bought or borrowed from collectors specializing in the time of the USSR.

You can hang either a poster of Elvis Presley or several copies of vinyl records in a prominent place. White plain tablecloths for tables in this style would be inappropriate. Blue, polka dot, orange or red fabric is ideal for decorating tables. The ambiance will be added by soda fountains, jellied fish, Olivier, as well as other types of Soviet-era dishes.

Choosing a wedding location

Choosing a wedding venue is not all that difficult. Preference should be given to rooms with a classic interior, not overloaded with decorations, so that you can easily decorate everything yourself or hire a company to do it.

If you want real flavor, then rent a hall in some cultural center or a dining room with a Soviet interior.

Almost every city has restaurants decorated in the style of the USSR, which is well suited for decorating a wedding in the style of a dude.

Open summer terraces, a country house or a dacha are also perfect.

An important point when choosing a place for a dude-style celebration is the dance floor. After all, if you are determined to stylize your wedding as accurately as possible, you cannot do without fiery dancing.

Options for accessories and additional decor

As you know, the whole picture of any party or wedding consists of little things that need to be given special attention. For example, glasses can be replaced with faceted wine glasses, or glasses with a laconic design of that era. It would be ideal if you can get dishes that are red or a similar color. On mugs or glasses you can make decorations from bows, which will be repeated on the dress of the hero of the wedding.

The cushion for the rings should definitely be made in a bright color. Any prints are allowed, be it a bow, polka dots or stripes of a bright shade. You can generously sprinkle the pillow with confetti or hide the rings in an abundance of sparkles of different sizes and colors.

The wish book can be designed in flashy orange, purple or light green tones. An original solution would be to design it in the form of a barn book or an old notebook. But in the case of the latter option, it is recommended to make notes with bright pens, markers and stamps to preserve a memorable modern moment.

Wedding procession

If you want to throw a party in the style of a dude, you need to choose the right car. It is advisable to give preference to Volga or Pobeda. Such cars are quite difficult to find, so you can take a closer look at the old Cossack. A lemon or red car is exactly what you need.

Instead of a car, you can rent a tram; this idea would be appropriate in the spring. Bright balloons, confetti, and fresh flowers are suitable for decorating the wedding procession.

Wedding cake decoration

The main sweetness of the wedding celebration should also be decorated in a bright and unusual style. You can give free rein to your imagination and ask to use as many colored glazes of different shades as possible. For contrast, you can use a combination of layers of unusual colors, decoration with colored peas, as well as sweet figurines of the newlyweds. They must dance the dance in a costume from the era of dudes in bright colors.

A more complicated version of the cake can be a sweet vinyl record, saxophone, or tape recorder. In the case of such a design, it is important to have bright, catchy accessories. Since American culture was popular in that era, you can make the cake in the shape of a giant hamburger or cheeseburger.

Ideas for competitions

A dudes wedding is a real paradise for an experienced toastmaster, since here the flight of imagination in holding competitions is not limited. In the absence of the desire or finances to invite a host, the couple will be able to cope with holding competitions themselves by watching several films for inspiration that transport the viewer to that era. The following competition ideas are also suitable:

a competition to find a stash is more suitable for a mother-in-law or a bride. A banknote is hidden in the groom's suit. The toastmaster or presenter limits the search to new funny storylines with each round;
In the “Compliments” competition, all guests are divided into male and female teams. The main task is to please the opposing team with as many compliments as possible in the dude language;
The Broadway Fashion Show competition is about copying the gait of dudes as accurately as possible and conveying the readiness for freedom, dancing and uncontrollable fun. The winner will be determined by general voting.

The dance of the newlyweds will be a surprise for the guests, because the classic waltz will look out of place. A simple boogie-woogie or a more complex production is sure to impress guests. You will have to take several individual lessons from professionals, but spending on lessons will pay off with positive emotions for both partners and guests. You should ask the photographer to capture the moment of the dance on a memorable video, you can even pay for it.

After the couple dances, you can invite guests to join in the fun and organize several dance competitions. There shouldn’t be any difficulties, since most will be pleased to remember their youth. For the younger generation, you can invite a trained teacher who can quickly and clearly explain the necessary movements and poses. You can ask a knowledgeable toastmaster or one of the invitees to speak as a teacher. The main task is to conduct an incendiary master class and dance a sparkling dance at the end.

Competitions and entertainment

If you are planning a wedding in the “hipsters” style, the scenario is best thought out by professionals. For example, you may be presented with an idea for a musical banquet. Exciting boogie-woogie dancing, rock and roll, jazz and blues are what will create the atmosphere of celebration.

Invite a saxophonist or jazz trumpeter to the party. Let the compositions of Louis Armstrong sound to you. This will add romance and sophistication.
Organize a rock and roll and boogie-woogie master class for your guests.
Perform your first dance in the style of “Hipsters”, let it develop into a real flash mob with the participation of all the guests.
Use your imagination to the fullest if you are planning a “hipsters” wedding. Competitions for the best twist performance or the most fiery dance, karaoke battle - your guests will love all this!
You can conduct a musical quiz to guess the melodies from the movie “Hipsters.”
Organize a fashion show for your guests. Let the audience choose the most stylish “dude” and “dude”.
Guests must be fluent in the wedding vocabulary of “hipsters.” Organize a competition to see who knows the most slang words.
A lottery with prizes is appropriate entertainment for any wedding. Raffle off retro items among your guests - ties and bow ties, colored plastic glasses, bright bows and jewelry, gramophone records and more.
You can’t do without bright photos at a stylish wedding. Organize a photo zone. Invite your guests to take pictures with dude accessories - you can sell them under the counter at the entrance or arrange a themed table. Records, musical instruments, bright photo props, colored ties and gloves, red lipstick, small umbrellas - these and other accessories will fit perfectly. When the newlyweds choose a dude-style wedding, the photos turn out very bright.

Attention! From the very beginning, a bright retro bride's ransom will amuse the guests and charge them with thematic energy.

Carrying out a photo shoot with a dude

The photo shoot should convey the spirit of that time. Ideal if you can rent a studio with preserved Soviet decorations. If you want to combine a photo shoot with a banquet, it is important to take care of high-quality light and design of the photo zone. Colorful details will help to recreate the image of that era, the main thing is that the photographer is not disturbed by the light from the dance floor. It’s better not to skimp on a photographer and choose a professional who knows his business.

Shots of young people in a retro car, next to a saxophone or on a dance floor would be ideal. You can invite the bridesmaids and groomsmen into the frame, recreating shots based on the movie “Hipsters.”

If you want to surprise your invited guests, you can use not just ordinary equipment, but a special Polaroid. Or you can practice on your own in creating unique and memorable photographs under the guidance of an experienced photographer. The snapshot that appears instantly will make a lasting impression on your guests. The resulting photo cards become wonderful souvenirs for every guest.

A dudes style wedding is an exciting and fun event where there is no place for melancholy or sadness. Thanks to the abundance of incendiary music and bright colors, every guest will be transported to the era of the USSR, and adult guests will be able to plunge into childhood and youth. True, returning to ordinary, gray everyday life will be a real test for some of the invited guests after such a fun and colorful event.

Photoshoot

A photo shoot must convey the spirit of the era. If it is possible to hold it separately, then the best option is a studio with Soviet decorations. If you want to combine photography with a banquet, then make sure that there is good light in the area you choose. There will be plenty of colorful details, but bright flashing lights can become a serious opponent even for an experienced photographer. It is best to choose a professional in whose portfolio this is not the first successful wedding of dudes.

Beautiful shots of young people will be obtained on the dance floor, with saxophones in their hands, next to the record player or inside a vintage car. If you wish, you can invite the bridesmaids with the groom’s friends into the frame, and create a voluminous, complex composition based on the poster for the movie “Hipsters.”

Advice! If you want to surprise your guests, ask the photographer to use not only professional equipment, but also a regular Polaroid, or try to take a couple of shots yourself. An instantly developed photograph will cause everyone to delight, and photo cards can become a good souvenir.