April 28th, 2012 I was married and it’s been 11 wonderful years of wedded bliss. I’m very lucky and I love my husband and our adventures together.

That said, today’s post is in honour of my wedding anniversary and features vintage wedding photos from the 1920s-1950s. See the stunning wedding dresses, the stylish grooms and floral bouquets that are so big someone had to of fallen over. Then stick around till the end to find a link to a blog post I did on my vintage wedding.

Let’s begin!

Disclosure: Some of the links on my blog from Etsy , eBay, are Affiliate Links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

Vintage Wedding Photos 1920’s – 1950’s

1920’s wedding’s not only enjoyed a long veil but also a shorter hemline. Our glasses wearing beautiful bride is a prime example of that popular look.

I LOVE a photo of women wearing glasses (as one myself).

1920s vintage wedding photo of a 1920s bride with glasses posing in her 1920s wedding dress with her 1920s groom

Source: Etsy – Kathleenesque

Outstanding portrait of a bride and a groom on their wedding day. Photographed in 1927. What a beautiful couple.

1920s Vintage Wedding Photo: Portrait of a Black bride and a groom on their wedding day. Photographed in 1927. Stunning 1920s Wedding Fashions

Source: Pinterest

Another long veiled 1920s bride and her small wedding party.

1920s Vintage Wedding Photo of a 1920s Bride and her wedding party.

Source: Etsy – JakeRoeBucks

The 1930s continued the 1920s love of the very long veils, as you can see our lovely bride is wearing in the below 1930s wedding party photo. Simple elegant group (bias cut dresses are so stylish).

1930s vintage wedding photo of a 1930s wedding party featuring a 1930s bride and 1930s bridesmaid.

Source: Etsy – VintageCharmHouse

Hold my computer while I try to breathe….THIS DRESS! OMG! What a vintage 1930s wedding photo..so dramatic, so amazing! That veil! I’m speechless.

1930's vintage wedding photo of a bride in a stunning wedding dress with very long train and her groom. — Source: Flickr-PROprofkaren

What I love about vintage wedding’s is the headwear for the bride, bridesmaids and mothers. They are always so fantastic, like our early 1930’s bride. Her crown tiara is stunning and her bridesmaids halo hats are equally fantastic. What a stylish 1930’s wedding party.

1930s vintage wedding photo of a 1930s bride and her 1930s bridesmaids and parents. Stunning 1930s wedding fashions. What a fantastic crown on our bride.

Source: Etsy – Photoanemoia

Late 1930s early 1940s vintage wedding photo of a young bride and groom posing for their photo. The woman has a wonderfully curled hairstyle as well (this is why I shared this photo. I love the curls).

late 1930s early 1940s vintage wedding photo of a young bride and groom posing for their photo. The woman has a beautiful curled hair vintage hairstyle

Source: Etsy – HouseofRube

Well this is cool and at time of posting available to purchase on Etsy… a Vintage Sepia Photograph Album of Bridal Proofs. Featuring a gorgeous late 1930’s / early 1940’s bride in her outstanding gown and veil.

Vintage Wedding Photo: Vintage Sepia Photograph Album of Bridal Proofs. Featuring a gorgeous late 1930's / early 1940's bride in her outstanding gown and veil.

Source: Etsy – BrocadeTelegraph

A 1940s wedding photo of a Japanese-American bride and groom with their wedding party, Los Angeles, CA.

Oh my…so many things to love in this photo! From the perfect 1940s hairstyles and the stunning floral bouquets to the hats on our bridesmaids and our handsome groom in his tux. And that Tiara on our bride! WOW!

Source: https://sakura-do.photoshelter.com/

1940s vintage wedding photo of the bride & groom with their wedding party & parents. THE HAIR FLOWERS! OMG I’m drooling! What a stunning wedding party (let’s take a moment to enjoy the mother of the bride or groom dress).

1940s Vintage Wedding photo of an African American Wedding party in their wedding outfits. The Black bride is stunning in her long veil and wedding gown and her Black groom is in a tuxedo. The Bridesmaids have beautiful hair flowers in their hair and large flower bouquets.

Source: Etsy – JakeRoebucks

A smiling bride and her WW2 soldier groom. -1940s vintage photo.

1940s vintage wedding photo of a young bride with a WW2 soldier in uniform on their wedding day

Source: eBay

Elegant 1940s bride & groom (love her 1940s hairstyle).

1940s vintage wedding photo of a 1940s bride with her groom in a tuxedo. Stunning 1940s wedding dress and 1940s vintage hairstyle

Source: Etsy – chicvintageclassics

1950s image of a young bride getting ready in her bedroom with her bridesmaid. I like that we see the picture of her and her groom on the dressing table.

Further Reading: Vintage Photos of 1950s Brides

1950s Vintage Wedding Photo of a young Black Bride getting ready for her wedding day with her bridesmaid in her bedroom with a picture of her and her groom on the dressing table.

Source: Etsy – LMCVintageGoods

The newlyweds posing together in the stairway of their 1950s wedding reception. I love the starburst’s on the wall.

Further Reading: Fall in Love with Mid-Century, Atomic Age ‘Starbursts’ Design

1950s vintage wedding photo of a bride in her 1950s wedding dress posing with her groom in his 1950s tuxedo with starburst designs on the wall.

Source: LightSilverandPaper

Early 1950s wedding photo of the bride and groom with their parents (the bride looks like her mother). What a glamorous family.

Late 1940s early 1950s Vintage Wedding Photo of a Black Bridge & Groom and their Black parents in their wedding outfits. Stunning!

Source: Etsy – JoeRoebucks

A very happy mother and bride on her wedding day in the 1950s. Interesting choice on a totally white bouquet.

1950s vintage wedding photo of a pretty plus sized 1950s bride in her wedding dress posing with her happy mother

Source: Etsy – Iloveyoumorephotos

Late 1950’s / early 1960’s photo of such a beautiful bride in her teacup wedding dress and the prettiest short nose veil with a bow. I love it!

Vintage Wedding Photo of a beautiful Black Women on her Wedding day in her 1950s early 1960s wedding dress

Source: Etsy – therescuedphoto

Tea length wedding dress & a crew cut groom -1950s wedding photo.

Our lovely brides wedding dress reminds me of mine (not exact but similar in style).

1950s vintage wedding photo of a 1950s bride in a tea length 1950s wedding dress posing with her crew cut groom

Source: eBay

Now for our last photo(s), it’s a fun one. A young woman had photos taken of her “Making my wedding dress” – December 1955.

1950s Vintage Photo of a young woman in a 1950s wedding dress having it made in her bedroom - December 1955.

“Me & Letha” -What a pretty dress.

Source: Etsy – JakeRoeBucks

I hope you enjoyed these vintage wedding photos. Please share in the comments section your favourite or anything you wish to share.

Vintage Wedding Dress Shopping: I have created a collection of Vintage Wedding Dresses on Etsy that is perfect for one’s upcoming wedding (updated monthly).

Further Reading:

Vintage Wedding Blog Posts 1920s-1960s (archived articles)

Thanks for dropping by! See you soon at the Vintage Inn blog.

Liz

In 2016 I did a ‘Vintage Photo Tuesday‘ post on ‘Images of people in front of their houses‘ (1920’s-1960’s). I created it because I had started to notice so many photos of people posing in front of their homes, that I felt it just had to be a post. Well several years later, I have “saved” a bunch more that I would like to create a part 2 for you all to enjoy.

Let the fun begin!

Disclosure: Some of the links on my blog from Etsy , eBay, are Affiliate Links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

Note: If the item you clicked on is no longer available, just do a search for like items. There are loads of vintage items being added to Etsy and eBay daily!

Vintage Photos 1920’s-1960’s

The Front of House Edition – Part 2

What fantastic 1920’s style on our lovely lady heading out for the day. Everything she is wearing, from her cloche hat to her fur lined coat and purse is a stunning example of 1920’s fashions. Love it!

1920s vintage photo of a woman in a 1920s winter fur coat, 1920s hat, 1920s purse posing for a photo in front of her house. Fantastic 1920s style!

Source: Etsy – RenascenceVintage

1920’s Photo – Young woman and her dog spending time together.

FURTHER READING: Vintage Photo Tuesday: Pets & Their Owners

1920s vintage photo of a young woman in 1920s dress and 1920s hairstyle sitting on her front step with her dog

Source: Etsy – wakemeup57

I love my plants and the moment I saw this 1930’s photo of a young woman sitting on the front porch of her house (technically the front!) surrounded by all these beautiful plants I just had to share!

1930s vintage photo of a young Black woman in 1930s top and skirt posing on her front porch with all her flowers on her porch

Source: Etsy – JakeRoebucks

I think this photo is late 1930’s but it also could be early 1940’s (I’m really thinking 1930’s). ANYWAYS it’s a vintage image of an older couple posing with a young woman holding a dog. They are all dressed up in hats and lovely dresses (and one suit). I especially love our young woman’s dress & that awesome circle rattan purse. Super cool! I wonder where they are going?

Late 1930s vintage photo of an older couple posing with a young woman holding a dog. They are all dressed up in hats and lovely 1930s dresses (and one suit). I especially love our young woman's dress & that awesome circle rattan purse.

Source: Etsy – RenascenceVintage

Don’t fall! 1930’s image of a young woman on the step ledge posing for her photo. I love her dress.

1930s vintage photo of a young woman in 1930s dress posing on the step ledge of her home

Source: Etsy – JakeRoebucks

OH MY! Our young woman in this photo has some fantastic 1940’s style! I just ADORE her two piece plaid suit and platter hat. I think she knows she looks super cute too because look at that smile?!

FURTHER READING: The Skirt Suit: A Fashion Trend & Plaid: A Fall Vintage Fashion Trend

1940s vintage photo of a woman in a 1940s two piece suit in plaid and a 1940s hat with 1940s hairstyle posing in front of her house. Stunning example of 1940s fashions

Source: Etsy – RenascenceVintage

Sunday best or ladies who lunch. Late 1940’s photo of three stylish older ladies. Super hats!

Late 1940s photo of three women all dressed up in floral dresses and one two piece suit with 1940s hats including one turban hat.

Source: Etsy – JakeRoebucks

Peep-toe shoes, bow in her hair and a summer dress, are what our adorable woman is sporting for her photo on the front steps of her house. -1940’s photo.

1940s vintage photo of a woman in a 1940s summer dress, white peep toe shoes and a bow in her 1940s hairstyle posing on the steps of her home. Super 1940s Fashion Inspiration

Source: Etsy – RenascenceVintage

Everyone loves their pets. 1940’s photo of a young woman and her dog (nice vintage hairstyle inspiration).

1940s vintage photo of a young woman posing with her dog at the front of her house in 1940s hairstyle and 1940s fashion

Source: Etsy – RenascenceVintage

February 1955. 1950’s photo of a stylish couple posing in their front lawn with other people’s front of houses in the background. I have wanted a knitted skirt & matching cardigan for years. Our lady looks fantastic and our young man’s suit is so 1950’s.

1950s vintage photo of a stylish 1950s couple in 1950s fashions posing for a photo together. Woman is wearing a knitted skirt & knitted matching cardigan. February 1955

Source: Etsy – therescuedphoto

April 1957 – A toddler flexing his muscles (so cute!) posing for a photo with his dad and the family dog.

1950s vintage photo from april 1957 of a young child a toddler posing for a photo while flexing with his dad and his dog on the steps of their house

Source: Etsy – therescuedphoto

1950’s photo of a young man posing with his baseball bat, showing off his big swing.

1950s vintage photo of a young man holding a baseball bat posing for a photo in front of his house

Source: Etsy – therescuedphoto

April 13th, 1952. Easter Sunday! Cute little girl with a big smile ready to egg hunt in her Easter Sunday best (adorable dress & hat!)

Source: Etsy- TimeGotAwayFromUs

October 1965-A stylish young woman poses in front of 9707 for a photo with a big smile on her face. Did she see someone she knows? Super cute dress!

1960s vintage photo of a young Black Woman in a 1960s dress and 1960s shoes posing on the steps of her house

Source: Etsy – therescuedphoto

I hope you enjoyed these fun snapshots. Share in the comments section below what your favourite was (or anything else you want to chat about).

Thanks for dropping by!

Further Reading: Make sure you visit my Archive of Vintage Photo blog posts

Liz

Category: Vintage Photo Tuesday