Articles in Victorian Wedding
A meticulously researched bouquet of more than three hundred fascinating, informative, useful, and always entertaining lists, stories and revelations on all things nuptial. Illustrated with over 150 photographs and line drawings, Planet Wedding is a one-of-a-kind compendium for anyone who is getting married, planning a wedding, or is participating in a wedding.
A charming Edwardian bridal gown features machine embroidered lace of an all over floral pattern.
This beautiful Victorian ivory/cream silk wedding gown was worn in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area. Both the bodice and skirt of the circa 1875-80 bridal gown are elegantly trimmed with lace frills and ruffles.
The cuirass bodice …
The young Princess, then, Queen Victoria was sensitive to the language of flowers and plants as well as to the magic and power of their fragrances. Her attention to detail when planning her wedding set …
Elaborate hairstyles ornamented with lavish headdresses, including hair jewelry, were fashionable during the Victorian era. Featured is a black velvet and pearl diadem for evening wear from the 1860s. By substituting white velvet for the …
While others focus on the trappings of the wedding, the author focuses on the intimacy of the bride’s rite-of-passage. As a wedding folklorist, she brings her wise, soothing voice — unique to the wedding industry — to what is a perfect gift book for brides of all ages and a pleasure for every woman who loves matters of the heart.
Enjoy our wedding dress gallery of almost 400 photographs of 19th and 20th century brides. Use these photographs to help date your family photos or for inspiration for that perfect wedding dress for your own special day!
Museum unveils the unique history of Chicago weddings through fashion. Chicago History Museum, examines wedding traditions and practices using the Museum’s extensive and diverse collection of wedding garments. Visitors will discover some of the surprising origins of common wedding traditions while viewing traditional and unexpected wedding dresses worn by Chicagoans.
