Vintage Wedding Dress Patterns

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Do you adore anything vintage?

Reflecting your personality is a huge part of wedding planning! So, when it is time to choose your dress, why not show off your inner vintage vixen by creating your own wedding dress from a vintage wedding pattern?

From 1940s chic to 1970s glam, it’s all available to you!

You can create your very own vintage inspired wedding dress by purchasing a unique vintage pattern. Whether you are a budding seamstress yourself, or prefer to take it to a sewing professional, the pattern you begin with will set the tone for your gown. You will be the belle of the ball with a dress unlike any other!

Vintage Sizing

If you purchase a vintage pattern online, it is important to recognize that sizing techniques have changed quite a bit over the years.

It is wise to choose a pattern size based on your bust measurements. If you do purchase a pattern that is not quite the right size, you will need to learn how to size the pattern up or down, which is a fairly easy task.

Remember that you will be wearing your dress for hours on end, so it is better to go up a size or two than down.

You may also find your pattern at local flea market or sewing shop. Make sure that the pattern you are purchasing is in good condition and contains all of its original parts. You might even be able to use the same pattern to create matching bridesmaids dresses – just alter them slightly.

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Creating Your Vintage Masterpiece

Using a vintage pattern as inspiration is a great way to bring the dress of your dreams to life! Look for a pattern that shows off your best features.

It is always wise to create a “mock up” of the dress out of muslin first to make sure that you love the style. When it comes to fabric selection, look for Chantilly lace and vintage organza. You may even be able to find some beautiful vintage material to work with – but be sure to inspect it carefully for any signs of wear and tear.

If you prefer to use a new fabric, look for an ivory or champagne color to match your antique feel.

All in the Details

You might use a pattern to create the base of your dress, but when it comes times to personalize it, it’s all in the details!

You can add your own elements to it to create something that is uniquely yours. Have fun scouring vintage shops for the perfect embellishments, then add them to your creation in whatever way you please!

If you decide that the patterns are too complicated, you may wish to purchase a ready-made dress. Many designers and wedding dress boutiques offer vintage-inspired styles. You can take the elements you love the most from the vintage wedding dress patterns you have gathered, and find them all wrapped up in one dress!

Complete your vintage theme by adding a vintage garter belt and a vintage veil. You can create an entire vintage theme by finding cake-toppers, floral arrangements and stationary that show off your classic style. Your vintage wedding will be a day you will remember forever – and you might even save your vintage wedding gown for a future generation – vintage vintage!