Victorian Wedding Themes

There is no other era as beautiful, classy or as sophisticated as the Victorian era. It was an time that was not only known for its high prosperity, but also for its incredible artistic expressions. There are some gorgeous and unique ways to create a Victorian style wedding, read on for some of our favorites!

Victorian Wedding Themes- Color Schemes

For a Victorian style wedding, choose light pastel colors, such as pale pink, ivory, lilac, pale blue, and light green. Using a gold or silver trim works very well.

Victorian Wedding Themes- Wedding Invitations

* Whether you're making your own invitations or buying pre-made, try to use ones that have a classy, olden day feel.

* Try engraving your invites with fancy writing and gold or silver printing.

* Use thick, high quality paper for a more formal look and feel.

* Decorate them with pictures ferns and roses wrapped in swirly vines.

Victorian Wedding Themes- Wedding Decorations

* Crystal is a must when it comes to a Victorian theme. Have crystal chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, and crystal dishes, candlestick holders and other accessories placed around the room.

* Line areas with Victorian style pillars and spindles.

* Use lace trim along tables edges and curtains.

* Use pewter style decorations wherever possible (chairs, tables, etc).

* Drape long, flowing fabrics over tables and accents.

* Place doilies on tabletops.

* Have potted ferns placed around the room.

* Tea cups and potpourri.

Victorian Wedding Themes- Wedding Favors

* Engraved champagne glasses

* Victorian heart shaped jewelry boxes

* A small potted fern

* Decorative, personalized doilies

* Glass candlestick holders

* Tea cups

* Lace baggies filled with potpourri

Victorian Wedding Themes- Fun Things to Wear

You can really have fun getting dressed up in this theme. Have your guests join in by getting them to come in a Victorian style get-up!

* Long, elbow or wrist length gloves.

* Look for replicas of Victorian style wedding gowns to wear

* Wear your hair up and big, with curls hanging down to frame your face.

* Men can wear old time formal tuxes with tailcoats, bow ties, white gloves and formal vests underneath.

Victorian Wedding Themes- Wedding Flowers

You can have a lot of fun choosing flowers for this theme. The key to remember is to make your arrangements look as formal as you can. Here are some flowers that work well:

* Pansies

* Baby's breath

* Pale pink and white roses

* Violets

* Lilies

* Orange blossoms

* Ferns

* Dried flowers and potpourri