Are you thinking of having a winter wedding? Then you’re in the right place! Because when it comes to dressing for a wedding at this time of year, the unforgiving weather must be a consideration. And finding the line between staying warm and looking stylish is a true balancing act. Luckily, the lovely guys and…

Today I am pleased to be welcoming back Chic Vintage Brides‘ resident gurus of groom’s attire, the folks over at The Gentlemanual. You may remember they popped in a while ago to share these 10 fabulous style tips for dapper grooms? Well this time they are shedding some sartorial light on the humble pocket square. Sharing everything…

Today we turn our attention to our gorgeous grooms! Because whilst a wedding is often said to be all about the bride (and her dress of course!) the truth is there are two people stood at the aisle, and modern couples put just as much focus on the style choices (and grooming) of the groom…

Today I am excited to be welcoming back gurus of all things groom’s attire, the folks over at The Gentlemanual. You may have seen their fabulous insights over the last few months on the humble pocket square, the sartorial staple that is suspenders and the must have for creating a polished look on your big day (unless you’re wearing…

We all know the key to completing any ensemble is in the accessories! And this is just as true, for brides and grooms, on your wedding day. Which is why I have collaborated with connoisseurs of all things dapper, The Gentlemanual, to bring you this series of posts on those all important finishing touches to any…

With a name like ‘Chic Vintage Brides’ you would be forgiven for thinking these pages are all about the girls. But I know there are just as many vintage loving guys out there and today’s fabulous styled shoot is for you! Inspired by the imaginings of the inimitable Wes Anderson and given a distinctly vintage…

The wonderful folks over at The Gentlemanual are back today with another must read for any soon to be groom! Last time they helped us with that wedding attire staple, the pocket square. Well today we’re turning our attention to the tie bar. An accessory oft forgotten, but no less important (unless of course you’re wearing…

Today I am super excited to be sharing some fashion ideas and advice for those oft neglected guys of ours from the lovely peeps over at The Gentlemanual (a must read for any soon to be groom!) Because much as the talk and attention on the big day surrounds the bride and her dress, finding the…

If you’re a fan of Grace Kelly, love High Society or just adore all of the grace and glamour of the 1950s and have missed any of the last few weeks Snippets, Whispers & Ribbons then you have some catching up to do! Because we’ve already looked at the most perfect bridal hair accessories, delightful wedding cakes, fabulous bridesmaid dresses and beautiful bouquets for…

If you’re a Daisy Buchanan wannabe, adore Downton Abbey or just Jazz-age obsessed and have missed any of the last few weeks Art Deco themed Snippets, Whispers & Ribbons then you have some catching up to do! Because we’ve already looked at the most perfect bridal hair accessories, decadent wedding invitations, delicious wedding cakes, fabulous bridesmaid dresses and beautiful bouquets and this…

Before I leave you for the weekend, there’s just time for one more thing. Continuing our Summer stroll, after looking at 5 of the most perfect palettes last Friday, for this week’s Snippets, Whispers & Ribbons we’re turning our attention to our dapper grooms with 5 of the most stylish looks for a Summer groom….. Don’t get me wrong, there…

Good morning lovelies – and a happy Friday! Having swooned this week over that elegant Spring wedding, the Lavender & Lilac hued inspiration board and yesterday’s breathtaking blossom-filled Spring wedding styled shoot, (and with a sneaking suspicion I may have been neglecting them of late) today’s Snippets, Whispers & Ribbons continues the Spring theme and turns…

Good morning lovelies – and a happy Friday! You’ve almost made it through another week (and did you know there are only 5 left until Christmas? Yes, really!) just time for one more thing before the weekend and to continue our Winter wanderings, after looking at perfect palettes and beautiful bouquets, today it’s the turn…

Today’s post is all about our Groom and his Groomsmen! Because when planning your wedding much attention and talk is of finding THE dress. However, the challenge of how to style your groom vintage, whilst retaining his unique personal style, can feel just as utterly overwhelming. We all want our groom and groomsmen to be waiting at the end…

Happy Friday lovelies! Having swooned over the most fabulous fall wedding dresses, colours for bridesmaids, wedding cakes, bouquets and colour palettes (and with a sneaking suspicion I may have been neglecting them of late) today’s Snippets, Whispers & Ribbons is firmly focused on our boys. Just as us brides are no longer limited to the meringue, so the options for…

Morning lovelies and welcome to the end of the week! Not quite the weekend, but almost, and what a week it has been! It hardly seems possible that I was sharing Noaki’s beautiful new brooch bouquets with you just 5 short days ago (have you made the most of that exclusive discount yet by the…

After starting the week with a post for the ladies (I do hope you didn’t miss those gorgeous dresses from Rue De Seine yesterday, they were just glorious!) today’s is definitely dedicated to our men. So far this year I have looked at wedding trends and wedding dress trends for 2014 (part I and part II),…

I like to keep Chic Vintage Brides fresh and mix it up a little, keep you and myself on my toes (just wait until you see what I have planned for 2014) So, starting this week, Snippets, Whispers & Ribbons is going to take on something of a new guise as my fabulous Friday five….

For the last 3 weeks Mr E has been attempting, as he does each year, to grow an enviable mo – he is no Rhett Butler but for a man who freely admits his hair sprouting is random at best, he isn’t doing badly! So today’s post is dedicated to Mr E’s mo and every mo…

Today’s post was the perfect pick-me-up for a cold, wet Autumn Monday morning. This is one for the boys, it is the last of Chic Vintage Brides series of posts on seasonal Boutonnieres…..and I do believe I may well have saved the best for last! Whilst Autumn Boutonnieres have the depth of colour and rich palettes,…

With mornings here in the still sunny Hawkes Bay feeling distinctly chilly and the leaves beginning to turn I decided it was time to say goodbye to Summer and embrace Autumn. So, today I am turning my attention to the husbands-to-be in our lives and looking at some seasonal Groom inspiration. This will be my fourth post looking at Boutonnieres…

Happy Friday everyone! And after Valentines Day I must say a big welcome, and congratulations, to all those newly engaged brides-to-be coming to Chic Vintage Brides for the first time. I woke up yesterday all excited at the thought of all the lucky ladies (and gentleman) who this year woke to a surprise proposal…or even…

There is no end to the ways your wedding can be made as unique as you are. It started with brooch bouquets and alternative wedding cakes and now we are starting to see our gorgeous grooms expressing their personalities by shying away from the traditional floral buttonhole, choosing instead quirky, daring or just darn cute alternative boutonnieres….

Another one for the boys today! Following on from the 20 Staggering Winter Boutonnieres, this week it is the turn of some Summer inspiration for our Grooms and Groomsmen. Be it colours, flowers or floral alternatives I have a boutonniere perfect for every venue, theme, scheme and budget! Starting with some lovely delicate colours perfect for…

Today it’s one for the boys, so often neglected on Chic Vintage Brides sorry! This though will be the first of 5 (yes 5) posts just for you, all focusing on the Groom‘s equivalent of a bouquet (not that you like to think of it as such I am sure) Starting with 20 of the most…