If there’s a travel bug that bites there’s also such a thing called the Great Gatsby bug and you know you’re happily infected by it ever since you’ve watched it on the silver screen. As a vintage-loving kind-of-girl, it’s no surprise how you fell head over heels over the movie’s glitzy and glamorous 1920’s feel and from that day on, you know that it will be the wedding theme you’ll be rooting for. Now that the romantic proposal is done, it’s time to spend time and get yourself busy with the whole wedding preparation. Knowing how important your wedding day will be, here are cool ideas that you could try for your Great Gatsby wedding entertainment.
1. Fill the wedding venue with 1920’s inspired wedding decorations
Remember that the key to a beautiful Great Gatsby wedding is by staying true to the theme and what better way to do it than reliving the roaring era of the 20’s? The 1920’s is all about the glamour, sophistication and razzle-dazzle so make sure to turn your wedding venue into the past by filling it with fancy black and gold decors, and by using glitzy sequined tablecloths. Don’t ever forget about the feathered centerpieces as this beautifully and obviously screams The Great Gatsby wedding entertainment!
2. Ask your guests to dress the part
Guests should also dress appropriately in their 1920’s fashion to add a more realistic appeal to your Gatsby themed wedding. Send out invitations way in advance and indicate the dress code as this will give them time and allow them to scour and find that perfect vintage-inspired dress and suit.
3. Don’t forget to put art deco on your tables
Remember to keep everything classy by incorporating the three major Gatsby colors: black, white and gold. As previously mentioned, you could make use of gold sequined table cloths to make everything look shimmery and splendid or you could use white table cloths with black accent. Go artsy with the wine water glasses as well!
4. Welcome guests with 1920’s signature cocktails
A certified pick-me-upper and a great wedding entertainment idea, guests will surely be in a constant happy festive mood throughout your wedding ceremony and reception. Try to give them a refreshing glass of 1920’s signature cocktails such as the Greyhound, French 75, Mary Pickford, The White Lady and the Bee’s Knees and they will surely love it!
5. Hand out pearl necklaces, rhinestoned headbands or feather fascinators as party favor to your women guests
Another cool Great Gatsby wedding entertainment idea is to give out party favors that your guests can actually wear! Bring out the vintage 1920’s vibe by handing out pearl necklaces, rhinestoned headbands or feather fascinators to your women guests and they would absolutely love them!
6. Give little bottles of whiskey as party favors to men
Don’t ever forget the men! Hand out little bottles of whiskey as their party favors and they would totally like this kind of wedding entertainment.
7. Hire a wedding band that plays jazz music
Another Great Gatsby wedding entertainment idea to remember is to hire a professional band that will provide great music for the entire night. An ideal wedding band to hire is one that specializes in jazz music because this kind of genre lends an authentic 1920’s feel to your wedding.
8. Set up a vintage typewriter where guests can write their wishes for you and your groom
Take things high up a notch by using a vintage typewriter! Guests will surely love this wedding entertainment idea as they will be thrilled by the thought of using a typewriter from the past so as to write their well wishes and love notes for you and your husband.
9. Don’t forget the dessert table!
Satisfy the sweet tooth of your guests by setting up a dessert table but make sure to incorporate your Great Gatsby theme to it. As a fun and cool wedding entertainment idea, why not set up a dessert table that is filled with black and white goodies?
10. Get the bar busy with overflowing champagne and other Prohibition liquors
One of the highlights of your Great Gatsby wedding entertainment would be your liquor bar! A wedding won’t be complete without liquors and spirits! Let the bar get busy by serving 1920‘s Prohibition drinks and let your guests feel the authentic taste of these signature drinks.
