How To Throw The "Great Gatsby" Wedding Of Your Dreams
“Can’t repeat the past? … Why, of course you can!”
Ask that rich friend if you can use their giant old mansion.
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Or rent out the Oheka Castle on Long Island.
But honestly, any outdoor lawn will probably do.
And remember: pearls, pearls pearls.
When it gets chilly at night, cover up with a fur stole.
Get the finger-waves down.
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Here's a tutorial.
Drop-waist dresses for the bridesmaids.
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Make them wear feather boas and cloché hats if you want to get really authentic.
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The groomsmen should sport flasks.
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And/or pocket watches.
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The groom should rival Robert Redford in debonaire.
How clever is this airplane boutonniere??
Hand out feathered headbands to your guests.
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The cake should be GOLD.
Or at least have some Art Deco detailing.
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Photo by Hazelnut Photography.
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Cake created by Lael Cakes.
Pair with black-and-white desserts.
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Photo by Derek McClure.
Accordion-pleated tissue paper makes for an easy and inexpensive party decoration.
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Other viable motifs include vintage suitcases and old cameras.
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Tables could be littered with pearls and crystals.
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Photo by Leah Kua.
Unless, of course, you've managed to find sequined tablecloths.
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Photo by Misty Miotto.
Incorporate peacock feathers.
Serve liquor out of vintage decanters.
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“It’s a great advantage not to drink among hard drinking people.”
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Signature cocktails include gin rickeys, champagne juleps, and sidecars.
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Get the recipes here.
Let the champagne run freely.
It also makes a good, festive wedding favor.
When guests get sick of doing the Charleston, give them the option of playing drunk badminton.
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A vintage badminton set is mandatory.
Or set up a typewriter so your guests can type you their well wishes.
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Photo by Lisa O'Dwyer.
Ride away in style in a yellow Rolls-Royce.
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It symbolizes the American Dream.
While the party continues all night long....
