As time goes by: A bride for each decade series. The sunny 70s.
Hello Lovelies!
Today, I've come to introduce you to a series that I'm going to work on. Since June is a great wedding month, I want to recreate the look of the everyday woman on their wedding day, and post a look for each decade! My inspiration for this series has a lot to do with my love of photographs, candid family ones especially. And don't we all find it fascinating how the trends changed completely from one decade to the next. There are many decades I wish to travel to, but they may not be posted in order--that way we can keep things fresh and mysterious. :)
The Sunny 70s
Looking for inspiration for this decade was heaps of fun. I scoured the internet for scans of dresses, hair, makeup inspiration, (which I love to do any way), and discovered how useful it can be to use eBay to find magazine scans. Seeking out the glossy pages filled with earthy-tones, free flowing hair spilling down white gowns, and veils of antique lace to frame the face was addictive to say the least. 70s sitcoms (Which I've seen my fair share of, and films are a great resource too! I really wanted to capture the prairie look that had become popular. Sweet floral prints, wheat hues, loads of lace, and so on. The hair had become more natural, and carefree than in the past. (Not to stay it still wasn't styled, but the look had shifted).
Bees in my bonnet: 70s hair
Women wore their shimmering locks in many styles, piled on top of the head in a cute bun with spit curls, braids in halo shapes, smooth waves, and so on. Like any time, the hairstyles varied woman to woman depending on personal preferences. They could even be adorned with hair combs, tortoiseshell barrettes, flowers, sun hats, and hair pieces. When it comes to the veil, both long and short were popular, with lace, tulle, and chiffon in high demand. Some were designed to fit over buns, some to go way back on the head, and some more traditional, spilling down the back of the bride-to-be like a dream. The more lace the better I always say, and I'm in love with anything delicate and antique looking. Long straight locks were very popular with varying parts; either down the middle or on the side and tucked behind the ears. For this look I went with a smoothed middle parting, which I attempted to tuck behind my ears, and let the rest hang down my back under the veil, and some down the front of my body to really create the look of extra-long natural locks.
Chicken house Blue: 70s Makeup
The makeup of the 1970s is one of my most favorites to channel in everyday looks, and browse the internet for. Copious ads, and movies show off the trends of the decade. Like I mentioned earlier in this post, I wanted to channel my everyday woman. So, I kept the makeup natural, fresh, sweet, and very light. I've seen plenty of cosmetic ads that really advocate having that healthy natural glow, and coloring to the skin. The brows favored a thinner, rounder more shapely arch to frame the eyes, and so do I! I think these types of brows really open the eyes, and add to the entire look. It tops off the sweet, fresh, dolly look, and comes out neat and tidy. I think brows that are too dark or heavy can take away from your eyes so be careful! :) I went with a warm dewy glow for the skin, and wish I would've been more tan when I took these photos. Just think warm, natural, and fresh. I used some bronzer to warm the face, blush to give healthy color, and some shimmery brown on the lids. Pencil liner, and very natural lashes were added for that extra pop, lashes are important to this look too. But never platic or fake looking. I applied some frosty warm taupe lipstick like crazy. Seriously just go crazy on those lips till they're plump and shiny. Frosty, glossy, nude, and neutral colors work great here!
Something old, something new: The Jewelry:
I don't feel like this look required me to go crazy on the jewelry. I wanted to keep it simple but sweet. You can't really see them in the photos, but I chose a pair of orange cameo earrings trimmed in gold color, and gold bows.
Doily Dolly: Lace, and flowers
I know I mentioned the veil already but, dang I love lace! The more the merrier! I added some lace to the bodice of my makeshift dress, and also a print that screamed 70s to me! A subdued pastel blue with a print of teensy pink flowers. I think Laura Ingalls would be proud. My Floral arrangement is one that was found at dreamland aka Goodwill! It has a white base, with lace, and an arrangement of pretty hues of blue flowers, along with wine blooms here and there.
Here comes the bride!
Well, whether you want to use some inspiration for your own wedding, or like me, just appreciate the beauty of brides gone by, I really hope you enjoyed this post! Comment, and share, let me know what you think!
Which decade would you prefer to see next? :)
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