Wedding scenario in Chicago style. Gangster wedding

A classic wedding is, of course, a happy event, but it is difficult to surprise anyone with it. After all, all guests know approximately what can happen and under what scenario. It is better for a cheerful, reckless young couple to organize a themed holiday that will not leave anyone present indifferent. For young people who have a perky character and want to get a little rowdy, a wedding in the style of Gangster Chicago 30s.

Unbridled courage, desperate actions, the ability to easily risk oneself, authority and pride– all this creates a special touch of romanticism. And if we take into account the simultaneous severity and relaxedness of the retro style, which cannot be avoided here, then such a wedding will undoubtedly be a very bright and memorable event.

Invitations

Any wedding presupposes the presence of guests, and they must, first of all, be invited. This must be done in a way that fully reflects the chosen topic. Here are a few examples of “truly gangster” invitation cards, which have certain requirements: aged yellowish paper and lack bright colors . Fonts are selected depending on the design option. It is better to use one like a typewriter; a classic “newspaper” font and even handwriting are possible.

Option one - anonymous

Sentences are put together, like a puzzle, from words cut out from old newspapers or black and white magazines. The names of the invitees, as well as the newlyweds, can even be made up of letters of different sizes and styles. In order not to make a huge number of such cards by hand, you can prepare the base, multiply it, and only then add the names of the guests.

Option two - photographic film

This option is in keeping with the spirit of gangster conspiracy. The invitation itself is printed on a thin long sheet of paper, the format corresponding to the size of the film. Guest names are included in block letters, but by hand. To design, you will need a film cassette into which you can easily insert a folded sheet.

Option three – old photograph

This invitation looks like a small book with a photo of the newlyweds on the cover. It should be processed in such a way that it looks like a very old, faded photograph.

Decor

Literally everything - from the place where the celebration will take place, to the smallest and most insignificant details should be reminiscent of the chosen era.

Venue: Ceremony

The location of the holiday should also be special. First of all, the ceremony itself. It can be outdoors and take place in a neat small garden, where there is space to place benches or chairs for guests and make a small “wedding” podium, to which a path between two planting “zones” leads. Small buffet tables with light snacks can be placed around so that guests do not have time to get hungry. After all, part of the photo shoot will take place here.

Banqueting hall

For the main part of the celebration, it is better to choose a certain type of restaurant or similar premises. It can be located below the first floor and symbolize the so-called gangster casino. The volume of the room needs to be large so that all the guests can fit there without crowding. Large communal tables are not accepted here.. The ideal option is many small individual ones that can accommodate from 4 to 8 people. If the room has windows, then it is better to close them with heavy curtains to create the appropriate mood.

The color scheme should be quite strict - black, white, brown. You can diversify them with red. At the same time, the textiles used to decorate the room can contain a lot of designs. This is a classic stripe, checkered pattern, imitation of the texture of brick or masonry.

You can complement the design of the hall by interspersing casino elements - card tables, roulette, weapons (of course, their imitation), mirrors in heavy bronze frames. Any objects that “came” to us from that period of time can serve as additional decorations. As well as black and white photographs, draperies, posters in the form of announcements about the capture of dangerous criminals - the bride and groom, and so on.

Table

The decoration of the tables should also be in the style of the era. Tablecloths are black or green, imitating the covering of playing tables. Contrasting white cloth napkins with the names of the guests will be both an element of decor and a kind of signpost. It is good to cover the chairs with covers that imitate tailcoats or elements of clothing. Dishes – porcelain, crystal and silver. Large dishes with lids will also come in handy.

Tall transparent vases that do not interfere with guests' communication can be filled with red roses and placed in the center of each table. They are well complemented by lighted candles placed in a circle.

It's very difficult to replicate classic Chicago restaurant menus these days. However, there are a few rules that it must comply with.

• Firstly, the variety and richness of the snacks served.
• Secondly, quite frequent changes of dishes. This point is all the more necessary because the tables at such a wedding are small.
• And finally, thirdly, it is better to replace classic wedding drinks with whiskey, scotch and brandy.

Scenario

Already at the entrance to the hall, the host greets the guests and warns them about the rules (no fighting, drinking, etc.). Here everyone is given a “pass” - a special playing card with a table number. Waiters escort those who come to their personal seats. Upon entering the room, everyone must contribute to the “common cause”, that is, place it on a special table banknote or some personal item. This stage can be combined with the presentation of gifts. After congratulations for the newlyweds (a representative of each invited family needs to speak briefly), the main part begins - the banquet. There are toasts here in honor new family

, congratulations from relatives.

At the height of the event, all the lights in the hall suddenly go out and the bride is kidnapped. Then “armed” masked people come and demand that the groom show how much he deserves such a beautiful bride - the game “How well I know her.” The groom answers the questions, then his answers are compared with the answers of the young wife. After the bride returns to the holiday, the entertainment part begins with dancing, music and competitions. The celebration ends with eating a huge wedding cake, decorated with sugar guns, cards, roses, money and similar paraphernalia.

Cloth

The clothing of both the newlyweds themselves and the wedding guests plays a very important role in the overall design.

Bride's outfit Here you should choose classic white color , however, in most cases it is.

complemented with black decor It's hard to find the real thing Wedding Dress

of that time, but you should remember that the outfit should look unusual and very expensive.

Here are a few options from which you can choose a dress to suit your taste.

Silk short

A tight silhouette and open shoulders are the basis. Most of it is white silk. Black mesh lace inserts are asymmetrically located on the bodice and hem. The same mesh can be used for gloves. The straps are very thin. Instead of a veil, there is a small pillbox hat, decorated with a small veil.

Long with embroidery This dress must have a train and. It hugs the figure almost completely, and begins to widen only from the middle of the thigh or even lower. The entire upper part up to the neckline, including the sleeves, consists of thin lace. The hem with a train is also trimmed with it. Instead of a veil or veil, you can decorate your hair with feathers or a thin wicker cap.

Lush

Length – to the middle of the shin. The upper part of the dress is tight like a corset. A deep neckline is a must here. The hem is decorated with lace. It is also used as the main decor of the dress. The main highlight of this outfit is the use of different textures - silk, convex lace, cambric, gauze inserts, and so on. To this outfit white you can pick up red shoes, gloves, a bouquet and a belt. You can also decorate a white hat with red elements, such as feathers.

Groom's outfit

Suitable for the groom's look classic suit in a thin white stripe . You can beat him by wearing a hat of the same color and pattern, a black shirt, a white tie and boots. If there is a contrast in the bride’s image (red color), then it also needs to be taken into account. For example, a red ribbon on a hat, a scarf, even socks of this color. The look will be completed with patent leather shoes, ideally with boots, a watch on a chain, a pistol (dummy) and a cigar.

What should guests wear?

Photos from a wedding in the style of Chicago gangsters of the 20s - 30s: clothes for guests

For men, it’s enough to add a hat to the suit – and that’s a classic gangster. It's a little more difficult for ladies. You can use dresses with a deep neckline, a fitted silhouette, thin, flowing fabrics. Black fabric with white polka dots is the best option, especially if you complement it with red elements. But, in general, almost any dress can be turned into a themed one by decorating it with feathers, boas, fringed scarves and other similar elements.

Congratulations

Here are a few congratulations that can be heard at such a themed wedding.

• Today is a significant day for our city! Two huge and influential families (surnames of the young) united. We want to wish happy bride with the groom to increase the wealth of their families, bringing a new generation into this world. They were able to find each other, despite any obstacles, so let them live, enjoying every day, and delight their loved ones with their achievements!
• You created a new family today. Let her be strong and indestructible, like a huge rock, cheerful and strong, like the wind. Let adversity and strife bypass your home, in which two wonderful people have united - worthy children of their clans, in which two traditions have come together. Be happy!

A wedding decorated in the style of Chicago gangsters is for extraordinary, cheerful and adventurous people. In conclusion - a short thematic video from a wedding in the style of Chicago gangsters: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o05eCzUVy44

An excellent solution for a gangster wedding - country restaurant. If this is a restaurant within the city, then you should pay attention to establishments decorated in a gangster style. If in your city there are no pizzerias a la Cosa Nostra or restaurants in the style of America 20-30s, then any other large classic style room. Sushi bars or modest coffee shops are not relevant here.

The room must be large: gangsters do not skimp on spending when it comes to such a prestigious event as a wedding. After all, this is a reason to show the whole city what real chic is! If a “mafioso” gets married, it means he has been wounded in the very heart by a fatal beauty, and he is ready to throw all the glitter and all the luxury of the big city at her feet.

It is necessary to provide space for dancing and movement competitions. Of course, there should be a smoking room and, preferably, a billiard room.

Wedding decorations. Wedding decoration in gangster style

Hall

It is better to decorate the room with black and white photographs in retro style: silhouettes of saxophonists, beauties in fur capes and, of course, cars - Fords and Chevrolets of the 20-30s.

It would also be an excellent solution decorate the walls with “newspaper clippings” with loud stories from the life of the bride, groom and guests. You can make such clippings yourself using graphic programs, or you can order them from professionals. Photos of dear guests marked “Wanted!” They will greatly amuse the audience and fit perfectly into the surroundings.

Decoration of the hall in black and white colors with added red will create the perfect backdrop for a gangster wedding.

Floral arrangements would also be appropriate at such a wedding. But it must be Red roses! You can use peacock feathers to decorate your room.

If the plans include a performance by singers or some other numbers, then you definitely need decorate the stage in cabaret style: red draperies with gold decoration.

Subdued lighting and appropriate music will put guests in the right mood.

It would be great to get a gramophone for the surroundings.

Card tables can be placed in the main hall, or a separate room can be allocated for poker and preference.

Car

If possible to rent retro car, then that's great! It’s even better if the bride or groom has it available. If not, no big deal. Suitable as a wedding car Mercedes or another luxury car. It is advisable that the car of the young people and the cars of the guests be white and black, respectively.

Decoration with ribbons and flowers is quite appropriate. Preferred colors are white, red.

Gangster wedding invitations

Design invitations better in black and white: leaflet, police orientation of the American standard of the beginning of the last century. Or yellowed newspaper with an article about the merger of powerful clans. A good option- an invitation in the form of a ticket to a cabaret concert.

Do not forget to indicate all the information required in the invitation (place and time of the event) and remind about the dress code.

Playing cards, dice, billiard balls and, of course, printed dollars are suitable as souvenirs for guests.

Bride and groom outfits

Certainly, retro style! The bride's vintage dress - long, tight-fitting - is combined with long white gloves and waves. Instead of a veil, the bride will be adorned with a small elegant hat with veil. Long strings of pearls and a white fur cape will complement the look.
Pale skin, bright lips, for the eyes - arrows or smoky-eyes - this is perfect makeup for the bride at a gangster wedding.

The groom may be dressed in a snow-white suit with a red rose in his buttonhole. A black pinstripe suit would also work. The groom is entitled gangster hat"Al Capone" pointed-toe shoes with laces and fake weapons.

Stylish gel styling with the effect “ wet hair" with a parting.

Guest outfits

Will be relevant for men three piece suits, snow-white shirts, pointed shoes, cigars and canes. Of course, every mafioso must have a hat and a Colt or even submachine gun. Tuxedos and suspenders, bow ties or ties, a watch on a chain - all this will help create the right atmosphere. In cool weather, a “decent gangster” is required to wear a black raincoat middle length(knee length) and a white scarf.

Women must wear evening elegant dresses with eye-catching jewelry: pearls and diamonds. Hats, veils and fishnet stockings will not leave anyone indifferent. If men smoke cigars, then women should have cigarettes and long cigarette holders. Bright lipstick and wave hair will complete the look of a real gangster's girlfriend.

Menu

Americans (and gangsters are no exception) have always loved Mexican and Italian cuisine: spaghetti, tacos, chili and Tabasco sauces, corn bread, seafood dishes. So the wedding gangster menu should be tasty and spicy.

Traditional American dishes will also work. Beef steaks and steaks, meat and cheese casseroles, pies (meat, pumpkin, etc.) are excellent options for main courses.

A variety of hamburgers, cheeseburgers, and fishburgers are also popular.

Have always been popular in America cupcakes and muffins: chocolate, with jam, lemon.

Of course, you can’t do a wedding without cake! In the best traditions of America 20-30s. You can order a luxurious cheesecake or chocolate cake: a multi-layer cake, decorated, according to wedding canons, with white chocolate and white icing. American chocolate cakes typically use chocolate buttercream, and in very large quantities, so use more cream!

You can also order an original cake in the form of a roulette wheel or a safe/suitcase with dollars, for example.

Beverages. There must be a lot at a gangster wedding whiskey! And also rum, tequila and wine. Alcohol is poured into mugs from teapots, coffee pots and flasks: after all, “prohibition”! For lovers of American beer, you can get Budweiser, Miller or Samuel Adams.

We prepare strong coffee for non-drinking guests. In America they drink tea with ice, lemon and sugar. Hot tea is not accepted in America.

Entertainment

Music

Great option - live music. Musicians must perform jazz and blues, retro hits. Notes will also do.

It's impossible to do without saxophone and guitar. If it is not possible to hire musicians for the whole evening, you can invite a saxophonist for one or two numbers.

Not bad background accompaniment– soundtracks from the musical “Chicago”, “ Godfather", "Pulp Fiction" and other gangster films.

Program

The evening program includes fiery dances: tango and twist. By the way, passionate tango can be bride and groom dance. Of course, it is worth learning this dance in advance.

The host should look appropriate to the theme of the party: a la an American cabaret entertainer.

The interest of the guests will certainly be piqued by the performance of the beauties of the corps de ballet.

Illusionist in a black suit and white gloves, he will demonstrate card tricks and pull a bouquet of white lilies from a hat for the bride.

Of course, one cannot imagine gangsters without casino. You can buy a tape measure, or you can build it yourself. Numerous dollars are pre-printed on the printer.

Poker: You can arrange a tournament.

Billiards is relevant not only for those who are really interested in it. Many guests will be happy to try their hand at “real gangster” entertainment. You can organize 2 tables: for amateurs and professionals.

Everyone present will certainly enjoy the themed photo session. It is worth taking care of accessories in advance: hats, black glasses, cigars, weapons, cards, dollars.

Games and competitions

Must play "Mafia"!

Fun fun - “Guess the guest by orientation”: signs and characteristic features are read out, by which you need to determine who this “criminal” is.

"Shooting Range"– darts or pistol with suction cups. We need to find out who is the coolest shooter among those gathered! The winner gets a flask of whiskey or a new “barrel”.

"Fingerprinting"– the groom must guess which of the palm prints belongs to the bride. The groom and his friends retire to the smoking or billiard room, and the bride and girlfriends, with the participation of everyone, collect prints. This can be done using unnecessary lipstick.

"Smuggling": one team hides several bottles of whiskey (3-5) in the hall, the other is looking for it. Teams can be female or male. The girls hide: 1 girl - 1 bottle, the girl writes her name on the bottle. The guys are looking for: having found a bottle, the “gangster” must dance to the one whose name is written on the label.

Can be arranged dance competition: The hottest couple gets a wad of dollars and a flask of whiskey.

All the tips and tricks will help you organize the most stylish and unforgettable wedding in Chicago or gangster style.

Modern weddings are distinguished by their extraordinary organization. Newlyweds like it when a single style is observed at their celebration; they try to think through every detail that will create a thematic image of the wedding celebration. A striking example that gangster wedding that is interesting option conceptual organization of the holiday. Everything here corresponds to the chosen style: outfits of guests and newlyweds, cortege, accessories, decor and much more. It would be interesting to learn more about how to organize such a wedding.

How to throw a gangster-themed wedding

If you decide to have a gangster-style wedding, then in order to adhere to a single concept until the end, you will need to think through every detail long before announcing such wonderful news to the guests. Divide the preparation process into several stages and complete each step one by one. To implement this recommendation, check out some smart tips that will help you not forget anything while preparing for a gangster-style wedding:

First of all, decide on the budget that you are willing to allocate for your own wedding.
Having identified the exact number of guests you will invite, send them themed invitations in a gangster style, indicating the need to adhere to a certain dress code.
Think carefully about what outfits the bride and groom will wear. Plan ahead for gangster looks with matching accessories.
The decoration of the banquet hall should also match the gangster style, so think about what decorations you choose.
Don't forget about the wedding cake, which will be made in the best traditions of real mafiosi.

Wedding dress for the bride

When choosing a wedding look for your future wife, corresponding to a gangster wedding, it is better not to consider options with a fluffy dress in the “Princess” style with a long train, or a dress in the “Fish” style and the like. Here, a tight, floor-length outfit, decorated with shiny embroidery with lurex on the corset, or a silk dress in the Empire style would be relevant.

If you are one of the brave, extravagant brides, then a high slit on the dress up to the thigh will be very relevant and will appropriately emphasize your femininity and the strong-willed character of a gangster companion. For additional accessories, use fishnet stockings, white gloves, a long string of pearls around the neck, a hat with a veil, and high-heeled shoes.

Groom look in gangster style

IN wedding look For a gangster-style groom, a strict dark-colored men's suit, perhaps with a striped pattern, would be appropriate. Wear it under your jacket white shirt, over which suspenders will be fastened. It is better to exclude a tie or bow tie. Carefully choose your shoes: these can be classic style shoes in black and white from patent leather. Remember to use the appropriate accessories:

pocket watch with chain,
cuban cigar,
men's gangster hat,
black cane with a beautiful handle,
red socks.
A black mustache would be appropriate (you can glue on an artificial one), and carefully comb your hair back, generously lubricating it with hair gel or grease, so that everything looks like the heroes of the famous gangster movie sagas. The heroes of the famous film “The Godfather” can be images that you should look up to in gangster behavior and manners.

Dress code for guests

Guests should also embrace the gangster style at your themed wedding. Women can choose shiny ones for themselves evening dresses to the floor, short fur stoles on the shoulders, long lace or velvet gloves. Among the additional accessories, it would be appropriate original hats, long cigarettes with a mouthpiece, beautiful pearl jewelry. Men should wear formal dark suits with accessories that correspond to the gangster style: suspenders, large signets, pocket weapons, exclusive watches, formal hats, cigars.

Gangster wedding decoration ideas

The era of gangster times was filled with gang warfare, extravagant gangster style of behavior of men and women, dancing to jazz music, the harsh days of Prohibition, beautiful retro cars, and popular entertainment venues were cabarets or casinos. But in fact, there are a lot of ideas for implementing a wedding with a gangster theme, it all depends on your imagination and preferences. Find out below how to best decorate invitations for guests, banquet hall and a wedding cake.

Invitations for guests

Invitations for honored guests are the first thing that begins the festive anticipation of the wedding. This attribute notifies your loved ones and friends about a wonderful life event, and also conveys the atmosphere and mood of the upcoming celebration. Therefore, it is important to consider what design you choose for your Chicago-style invitation so that guests immediately understand the theme of the wedding. Some interesting ideas on this matter:

Invitation using secret message. It is worth recalling from famous gangster films how gangsters loved to notify their opponent about a particular event: they cut out letters of different sizes from newspaper strips and glued them onto a sheet of paper, forming the necessary anonymous text. You can take this idea as a basis when making gangster invitations for guests to your own wedding.
Invitation card with film. Another version of the secret message that gangsters love so much. Take an ordinary can of photographic film, open it and wrap a paper ribbon with an invitation text for each guest on a special inner part.
Retro gangster style invitation. Take light wallpaper with a floral pattern, cut out a piece of the required size that will serve as a postcard. Dip it in tea and dry it in the sun. This will give you the perfect aged paper to print on. invitation text guests to a gangster party for your wedding. Attach to each card a photo together with the newlyweds, also pre-aged (using Photoshop, for example).

Banquet hall decor

In order for the wedding feast to be decorated in a gangster style, it is best to initially choose a restaurant with beautiful retro-themed decorations and furniture. Such details include the following interior items: black and white photographs of bandits of the 30s of the last century, huge crystal chandeliers, antiques, paintings, black and red upholstered furniture, etc.

However, such a wonderful opportunity does not always present itself, and you have to choose from the available options of local restaurants. In this case, you will have to experiment on your own and try to recreate the necessary wedding atmosphere using the decor of the banquet hall. Below are a few jewelry tips to help you achieve your gangster style:

Completely exclude the option of using balloons and other romantic elements as decoration for the banquet hall.
Create an intimate atmosphere in the room with appropriate lighting (dimmed light).
If possible, print large black and white portraits of the bride and groom and hang them on the walls of the restaurant. It would be appropriate to use a sepia effect when taking such photos. In addition to portraits of newlyweds, you can use posters of old landscapes of New York City, popular stars of the 30s of the last century.
To create a cozy atmosphere in the restaurant, use a large number of various boas or feathers, antique candelabra with heavy curtains on the walls.

A wedding cake

To make a wedding cake on the eve of the wedding, meet with the pastry chef and discuss all the details that will need to be used in decorating the dessert in a gangster style. Modern culinary capabilities will allow you to decorate the cake in the necessary black and white colors using bright red flowers, such as roses. Let the top of the wedding dessert be crowned not with traditional figurines of the newlyweds, but, for example, with an extravagant edible black man’s hat or a revolver with cards.

Accessories for a gangster wedding

Wedding party accessories traditionally include seating cards for guests, small personalized souvenirs or bonbonnieres, and table numbering cards. All this should also correspond to the themed style of the wedding for gangsters. Check out a few tips below that will help you customize the accessories mentioned above to maintain a consistent style throughout your wedding celebration:

For souvenirs for guests, use themed boxes in the shape of a dice. Inside, place a deck of cards with photographs of the newlyweds on the “back” and small candies, shaped like gangster bullets, and dummy dollar bills.
Also design cards for numbering tables in the form of playing cards of different suits. An alternative idea for cards can be vinyl records.
Place miniature bottles of whiskey on the plate of each gangster present at the wedding with his name on it. Such original idea designed to replace traditional seating cards for guests.
To reward guests for participating in certain competitions, prepare gangster prizes in advance. For example, lighters in the shape of pistols, Cuban cigars, the same decks of playing cards, pearl beads, cigarette holders, etc.

Video: wedding in gangster style

Gangster wedding ceremony- This is a very beautifully decorated holiday, each of those present at which plays an important role. This, one might say, is a kind of film that immerses everyone present in that era of reckless days. View interesting video gangster style wedding and you will see how amazing it really looks. Take the opportunity to become infected with this idea and translate it into your own gangster interpretation.

Themed wedding photo shoot

An additional point that you should not forget about at your gangster themed wedding is the photo session of the newlyweds. Be sure to capture your gangster-themed wedding so you can create a wedding photo album and enjoy viewing it for the rest of your life. life together. This an important event You can't leave memorable moments in your photos, so take a look ready-made options, how it is possible to arrange a gangster photo shoot with beautiful shots.

What makes the topic attractive? The fact that it can satisfy the interests of all generations! The groom's friends will like to play tough guys who can conquer any girl and solve any problem. The bride's friends will be delighted with truly strong and powerful men who are capable of Action. Fans of good cinema will admire the truly edgy plot, and lovers of retro music will be happy to dance to the old tune “with pepper.” Your wedding will become a platform for interesting transformations and incredible, delightful improvisations! Well, your photographer will not have to create additional platforms for a memorable book about your love. However, as you know, any improvisation requires careful preparation! Therefore, having decided on the topic, start acting dons and dons!

PREPARATION FOR A WEDDING IN GANGSTER STYLE

INVITATION CARDS

Before making such a card, answer the question: “What is a gangster’s hobby?” Certainly! In their spare time, these respectful gentlemen loved to have fun cutting out colorful designs from old magazines and newspapers! By connecting letters of different sizes, formats, and fonts, they formed words of anonymous messages and threats to their rivals. Take advantage of this idea and invite guests to your wedding in such a simple and truly gangster way!

Also an original version! And exactly in the spirit of gangsters who love all kinds of secrecy! For such an invitation you will need: a can of photographic film (it’s easy to open it and wrap a piece of paper with the text of the invitation around the rod), paper.

Antique paper, silk, the first, vaguely visible, very black and white photos, copper pins... Of course, if you look for all the rare details for such a postcard, half a lifetime will not be enough. But what should you do if you really want to invite guests to your wedding through such a sophisticated, ancient beauty? You can create “old times” yourself, using a secret gangster formula! By dipping a sheet of modern wallpaper (with a small flower) into strong tea leaves and drying it in the oven, we get a rare base for a postcard, ala the 20s. Now you need to lightly burn the edges and work thoroughly in Photoshop, aging the photos of modern newlyweds-gangsters. And the finishing touch - miniature copper doves and a gorgeous red ribbon! All! With such invitations, simply defeat the representatives of honorary gangster clans!

Accordingly, the first version of the postcard is the most economical (not in time, in terms of finances), the third is the most expensive. On average, the cost of making invitations should not exceed 2% of the entire wedding budget, that is, when planning to make and send cards, you should invest $270.

GANster BRIDE'S OUTFIT

Silk short dress ($600)

Of course, you won’t find a rare outfit from the 20s of the last century even in the most exclusive wedding salons in the world. Although, you can try... What if you get lucky. However, we do not recommend it. Firstly, it will take a lot of time, and secondly, it will gut your wallet to the ground, because such absolutely unique things cost a fabulous amount. And the expenses are unjustified, because the dress is only needed for one day. It’s better to create an exclusive outfit (one of a kind and only for you!) from your favorite fashion designer. We do not recommend saving on the quality of fabric and accessories. After all, the gangster girls of that time looked expensive and stunningly fashionable! Several possible options:

The spirit, the style, the color are a million percent gangster. And the overall impression of the outfit is simply gorgeous. Special highlights: a hat (instead of a veil), a black lace garter (instead of the traditional white one) and a bouquet of silk flowers and swan feathers.

Long dress with hand embroidery and train ($800)

Such a dress (in principle, stylish and modern) can be seen in many good wedding salons. Or you can order from your favorite fashion designer. However, the main highlight of the outfit is the hem, which is not even decorated with stones and embroidery. The main element that “corresponds” to the gangster style is under the dress. This is a small ladies' revolver, which should be secured under the bride's garter. It is advisable to take several shots during wedding photo shoot, where this weapon will appear against the background of thin silk and graceful legs.

Short simple dress with fluffy hem ($300)

Or maybe you should just play black and white contrast? And buy a fluffy fitted mini-dress for the bride, and an absolutely black suit for the groom? And complement the couple’s ensemble with a composition of red flowers (carnations, remember, from “The Godfather”)? It will be economical, beautiful, stylish and fun!

In addition to the outfit, you need to think about accessories and shoes. Remember the harmonious combination of red, white and black, and use these colors in assembling the outfit, correctly placing emphasis on the main advantages of the bride’s appearance.

On average, almost 11% of the wedding budget (if you also take into account shoes and accessories) is the purchase of an outfit for the main person at the mafia ball. But, in principle, you can save a little even here - by wearing a simple short dress with a fluffy hem, long gloves, long pearl beads and adding a hairstyle in the style of the 20s.

GROOM-GANster'S OUTFIT

The groom, unlike the bride, will only need to wear a classic black suit (or black with white vertical stripes) and a hat. The shirt, scarf and tie should also be selected in black, red and white colors. A good addition to the look would be a pistol, a cigar and patent leather shoes.

The highlight of the groom's image- red socks. With a white shirt and black shoes, this piece of clothing will look incredibly exclusive! And one more special point - wedding flower on the lapel of the jacket. Small buds of white roses, calla lilies, or red carnations are best suited for this decoration.

A groom's suit with all accessories and shoes will cost you 500-600 dollars (this is 4-5% of the budget). Of course, now we are not talking about exclusive, branded haute couture suits. The main task is to maintain the style of a gangster party. All other luxury items are optional.

DRESS CODE FOR GUESTS

For men- suits and hats (required!), for women - fluffy dresses with white (red) polka dots.

Although, in principle, you can wear your favorite outfit (designed in the declared colors of the holiday). It will be enough to supplement it with paraphernalia of the 20s: toy (prop) weapons, felt hat, boa, long beads and gloves, mouthpieces and cigars.

WEDDING COURTEGE AT A GANSTER WEDDING

Peak chic for a gangster wedding - . If you manage to get such a car (and even in full dress and on the move) - congratulations, you are lucky!

If you are less fortunate, use standard limousines or other cars for your walk. But try to find a Rolls-Royce at least at an exhibition (use it for a photo shoot), or ask your photographer to “finish” the car in the process of artistic processing of your photos.

Renting a vintage car will cost you from 120 to 200 dollars per hour. Limousine - almost the same. If (on average) the ceremony and walk last about 3 hours, you will “fill” about $600 (4%) into its fuel tank. Of course, the work of your wedding photographer with Photoshop will cost you much less. Although... And you will also be deprived of such pleasure as a ride in an elegant car. The choice is yours!

RINGS OF NEWLYWED GANSTERS

The best option for wedding rings is white gold with a large diamond (for the bride) and with small cubic zirconia for the groom. Gangsters are people who are not indifferent to luxury, so the rings must be appropriate! Save on wedding rings We do not advise you, because this accessory will remain with you for life!

On average (according to 2013 prices), such rings will lighten your wallet by $2300-2600. And this is almost 20% of the wedding budget.

DECOR AND DECORATION OF THE WEDDING HALL FOR A GANSTER WEDDING

The decor of a wedding hall in a gangster style is as simple as possible. Black and white fabrics on the walls and ceiling, large format black and white photographs (it will look interesting if you stretch ropes across the entire room and attach the photos to them with ordinary clothespins). You can also decorate the hall with comic posters indicating a reward for the capture of especially dangerous violators of Prohibition - the bride and groom.

You can also decorate the hall with boas, feathers, glass beads and antique candelabra.

Decorative elements in a gangster style are very simple and uncomplicated, and therefore will not cost much. Depending on the number of guests at your wedding, you will pay your decorator between $200 and $400 (3%).

MUSIC AND HOLIDAY HOST

The ideal option is to invite a live jazz band. Although, not all your guests respect this kind of music. Try reviving a vintage record player and playing Louis Armstrong or Billy's Bend, for example. Let soundtracks from Tarantino films play in the background, with Frank Sinatra, Andriano Celentano and Elvis Presley singing. You can dance in gangster style to “Major Rock and Roll”, “Boogie Woogie”, “Orange Tie”.

Guests of the celebration should also be greeted by professional presenters in period-appropriate attire - Mr. Smith (Bone Hand) and Mrs. Turner (Bloody Lady). Once again we will focus on the requirement - PROFESSIONAL. For the quality of the holiday and the excellent mood of your guests, it is highly advisable to comply with this condition.

Hire good team and you can invite leading animators from $1000. This is almost 14% of the budget.

WEDDING CEREMONY, PHOTO AND VIDEO FILMING

Despite the fact that gangsters are people without prohibitions and rules, who have committed hundreds of terrible crimes with impunity, they sought to conclude their marriages in the church. You can follow their example (if your own beliefs do not prohibit it), or you can simply order the visit of the master of ceremonies, and “secretly” unite the representatives of two honorary mafia clans in marriage.

But photography at the holiday is definitely necessary! Your album will become a reason for pleasant memories for many years to come. long years. The photographer will most likely suggest that you take some of the photos in black and white (to suit the spirit and time).

Again, depending on the professionalism and demand of the photographer and operator, the price for their services is determined. Word of mouth works best in this regard - ask friends and acquaintances. Thanks to recommendations from people you trust, you will find good value for money. Approximately this expense item will be 10-11% in your wedding budget. Plus - payment for the work of the master of ceremonies, or - donations for the wedding ceremony. Another 2-3%.

CELEBRATIONAL BANQUET AT A GANSTER WEDDING

Renting a restaurant and the cost of a banquet directly depends on the number of guests. This formula has been stable for centuries, and even for a gangster wedding it is unchanged. The only advice: when ordering the menu, focus on meat snacks, offer guests pizza and risotto with mushrooms.

And, of course, a wedding cake in the spirit of the era!

On average, the cost wedding banquet should not exceed 25-30% of the total wedding costs. If you see that you are catastrophically out of budget, you can replace the standard feast with a buffet. It will be more economical this way.

Well, now - a few ideas regarding the course of the most memorable day.

IDEAS FOR A GANGSTER STYLE WEDDING

	BRIDE RANSOM Even gangsters (especially if they married the daughter of the head of a respectable clan) paid a bride price. The event itself must be held under the heading of extreme secrecy and mystery. And you need to show up at your future wife’s house in a vintage car and with the usual “guitar” to boot. Just in case. What if there is an ambush waiting somewhere behind the house and the wedding will turn into the bloodiest scenes from “The Godfather”! By the way, if the groom’s friends are not deprived of acting talent, you can offer to act out something similar! Makes for an amazing family movie!
GANSTER WEDDING CEREMONY It will be interesting if guests who come to the wedding will be greeted by armed gangsters with shots (blanks, of course) from real weapons and will demand a password and the name of the “cartel” to which they belong. For example, the password could be the phrase: “Love is immortal!” (the password must be indicated in invitations). After pronouncing the vows, the newlyweds should be showered with red rose petals and money.
	THE FIRST DANCE OF THE NEWLYWED GANSTERS The first dance of the newlyweds is like another oath of loyalty to each other and the interests of the clans. Everything is solid, serious. It is best to stage a passionate tango. But even if for the newlyweds themselves wedding game playing gangsters is a good joke; you can put on a funny dance in the boogie-woogie style.
ENTERTAINMENT As entertainment, gangsters can be offered to collect dossiers on each other, arrange a gang showdown and play roulette or cards for money. You can also arrange a themed shoot (game), using gangster props - mustaches, hats, boas, cigars, suitcases with money, etc.
	FINAL CHORD The holiday needs to be ended somehow spectacularly: with a bandit cannonade, during which the groom falls at the feet of the bride and remains there for the rest of his life (as a joke, of course!); bright fireworks or throwing cakes at each other. Remember, it is the bright and cheerful moments during the wedding that form the overall impression of the guests about it! Let your gangster wedding leave an indelible trace of positivity in the souls of your family and friends, who for your sake on this day plunged headlong into the dark world of the Chicago mafia of the 20s. "Bitterly!" Donya and Don, glory to the beginning of a new clan!

Not every newlywed couple will decide to have a gangster-themed wedding. This requires courage and even some audacity. It is not so easy to recreate the era of the 20-30s: these include costumes, hall decoration, cars and various holiday paraphernalia. Everything should be on top level. But if you prepare well, a Chicago-style wedding will become an unforgettable moment in the lives of the newlyweds and their guests.

Invitations

It is impossible to choose invitations for a Chicago wedding in a store, so the couple will have to work hard and make them themselves. As a last resort, they can order printing of postcards from a specialized store. But they still have to think through the layout. There are several options for implementing the idea of ​​a Chicago-style celebration.

1. Invitations can be made on special, artificially aged paper. Choose an interesting font and decorate it with images of gangster weapons. Here, in the text, indicate how guests should dress so that they feel comfortable at the stylized holiday.
2. The postcard can be made as an orientation: “The police are looking for them.” Performed individually for each guest. The place and time of organizing a celebration in Chicago style is indicated.
3. You can also write wedding invitations on counterfeit $100 bills.
4. Each guest is assigned a card from the playing deck. Follow them with the text of the invitation. The same mark can also be used to designate a seat at the table.

Bride's image

Any bride takes the selection of a dress for a wedding very seriously and reverently. And even more so when the holiday is themed. Every detail must be thought out. It is worth abandoning the classic multi-layered skirts, corsets and large quantity rhinestones and decorations. A Chicago style dress can be any simple style: tapered or low-waisted. Preferred colors: white, light beige, cream. The main attention should be paid to accessories:

• fur boa;
• long pearl beads;
• fishnet stockings;
• low-heeled shoes or ballet flats;
• gloves;
• small hats or headbands with feathers.

The bride's makeup at a Chicago-style wedding should be expressive and bright. The eyes are highlighted with black arrows and the lips with red lipstick. You can use blush or powder, but don't overdo it. Girls of that era were distinguished by white skin.

Hairstyles that were fashionable in the 20s and 30s were hair neatly styled in a light wave, preferably a bob. If the bride has long strands, then it is worth collecting them at the back to open her neck. You can twist the curls a little, thereby creating a certain negligence in the image. Put a headband on your head satin ribbon, decorated with peacock feathers or a small mesh veil.

You can see a photo of a Chicago-style bride below:

Groom image

For a Chicago-style celebration, the groom should choose a black suit with small stripes. The classic three-piece can be complemented by various accessories that will immediately create the correct interpretation of the theme of the event:

• hat;
• patent leather shoes with pointed toes;
• suspender;
• boutonniere with a scarlet flower;
• a cigar and an improvised pistol in a holster.

If your Chicago-themed wedding is taking place in hot weather, you can limit yourself to a white short-sleeved shirt, suspenders and black trousers. Wear a tie or bow tie. Be sure to complement the image with gangster paraphernalia. Hair young man can be combed back and styled with gel. If the groom doesn’t like this option, then simply put a hat on his head.

Dress code

Bridesmaids for a Chicago-themed wedding can choose knee-length evening dresses. It is worth giving preference to red, black and light beige shades. The fewer frills, ruffles and flounces on a dress, the more appropriate it will look. Girls can have custom-made dresses made from the same material, but in different styles. This decision will be very successful. Alternatively, ladies can dress in formal men's suits with ties and suspenders. Effective and creative.

The clothing of guests attending a Chicago themed wedding should be appropriate to the theme. Girls are better off choosing a cocktail dress of a simple style. The colors are subdued, not bright. Pay more attention to attributes: pearl jewelry, headbands or hats, gloves. The hairstyle should be elegant; waves and light curls are welcome. To highlight the Chicago style, men can wear suits in black, brown or beige. Complete the look with a vest, tie and hat.

Venue of the celebration

Decorating a wedding in Chicago style will require careful preparation. After all, the overall mood and atmosphere of the holiday depends on the success of the project, on how realistic the banquet hall will look. It will be lucky for the newlyweds if they manage to book a cafe with an interior that matches the style. The predominance of black, white and red shades is welcome. There are heavy, long red curtains on the windows, and posters from the 1930s on the walls. Another interesting option would be a semi-basement room, which can be equipped as a casino. It is better to seat all guests not at one large table, but in groups of 5-6 people at small round tables.

The decoration of the hall plays an important role in organizing the entire celebration. It is necessary that the guests and the newlyweds themselves immerse themselves in the atmosphere of Chicago style 100%. The chic interior of the hall in red, black and white colors will help with this. All that remains is to focus on the little things:

• lay out cards or chips from the casino, dice on the tables for guests;
• decorate the room with large peacock feathers;
• hang pistols on the walls;
• place hats or boas on the backs of chairs.

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Entertainment

It is important to think through a scenario for a Chicago-style wedding so that guests do not get bored. In the spirit of gangster parties, you can kidnap the bride and then rescue her from captivity. The entire wedding day should be filled with unusual, memorable moments. For example, what to surprise young people when leaving the registry office? They are usually sprinkled with rose petals or rice. And at a gangster wedding, these elements will replace dollar bills. Guests can also shoot multi-colored confetti a couple of times from fake pistols.

Competitions at a Chicago-style wedding are an integral part of the entire evening. They should be thematic and interesting.

1. Everyone who wants to participate in the game stands in one line. Each person is given a banknote. The goal is to blow on it as hard as possible. Whose banknote flies the farthest wins.
2. Several couples are called: girls and young men. Ladies must quickly tie a tie on their chosen one. Whoever does it faster and better is recognized as the winner.
3. This competition is also for couples, only this time it’s a dance competition. It is necessary to perform, or better yet repeat, the famous dance from the movie “Pulp Fiction.” Champions are awarded with memorable gifts with the symbols of the holiday.

Properly selected musical compositions at a Chicago-style wedding set the tone for the entire celebration, create the right atmosphere and set the mood for positivity. Jazz and blues were popular in those years. It’s quite difficult to dance to them, but boogie-woogie and tango are the best suited for this. It would be better if the music was live; such a romantic setting will immerse you headlong in the retro era. If you can’t hire a jazz band for the holiday music group, it is quite possible to limit ourselves to one saxophonist.

A Chicago style wedding is not just a dream, but a reality. As a rule, newlyweds have a lot of time to organize a celebration, and if you plan everything down to the smallest detail, you will definitely get a gorgeous holiday.

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