With the 80s came cassette tapes, classic kids cartoons, new wave music, bold colors, and of course the unforgettable 1980s teen romance movies like Pretty in Pink or Say Anything. If you’re looking for a theme wedding that is full of fun and quirks, then look no further, this is your decade.
There are no limits with this decade to how you can not only incorporate the theme, but make it fun and nostalgic for your guests. Who doesn’t know the thriller dance? Get the dj to hit play and start your own zombie reception dance off. As for favors, cassette tapes not only can bring back memories with classic 80s tunes but are a stylish inexpensive choice, and for an additional touch to your table, swap out plain chargers for Vinyl record chargers instead.
To really bring you and your guests back to your 80s school days, instead of a guest book have note cards with crayons at each of the tables with instructions to “pass you” a note. They’ll be a cute keepsake and can provide great entertainment with intriguing questions or classic “yes or no’s”, and this is a simple Do-It-Yourself project!
What you’ll need:
-Computer and a Printer
-Digital Old school photos of the Bride and Groom
-White Cardstock (Too plain? Why not try this with a colour that matches your reception tables?)
-Paper Cutter
-Boxes of Crayons
-and little card holders
1) Open up Microsoft word, on the narrow margin and landscape setting, create a table of 2 Rows by 2 Columns that fit the entire page. (If you have photoshop or illustrator you can do this within that program.
2) Insert your old school photos into each of the four blocks as you see fit.
3) Enter in all required text, such as a title: PASS A NOTE TO…, date of the wedding, etc.
4) Print off your creation and cut them out
5) Place on your reception tables in the card holder and with a few crayons, and you’re done!
As for the dress and decor, go bold or go home! This decade is definitely not for the faint of heart and for anyone who loves lots of color. When you can never have enough mix bold and bright primary and secondary colors in the decor. Same goes for the bridal party, your shoes and jewellery, and if you’re really feeling daring why not add some color to your dress as well? Check out this gorgeous spin from Rock N’ Roll Bride….
Credits: Joe Wright, The Sweetest Occasion & Rock N’ Roll Bride
































































































