Brides, Grooms and June Weddings



Something old, something new
Something borrowed, something blue
A silver sixpence in her shoe

This old good luck rhyme always comes to mind at this time of the year. Back in Victorian times everything had a "meaning" ... flowers, gems, calling cards and desserts. In this case, something old connects the bride to her family's past. Something new forecasts the bride's future happiness. Something borrowed conveys the hope of someone else's happiness being transferred to the newly married couple. Something blue represents purity. And in the last verse, usually forgotten, the sixpence represents financial security and future wealth. 
Old Marriage Certificate dated 1858
Well, here at Vintages we can help you with some of these. OLD we've got! Vintage jewelry with sparkling crystals, lustrous pearls, brilliant diamonds and fine gemstones, even solitaire rings and wedding bands. Old hankies to wipe those tears of joy. Bride and groom cake toppers from a bygone era.
Vintage Bride & Groom Wedding Cake Toppers
Sparkling Vintage Crystal Jewelry
Vintage Pearls ...
Estate Diamonds ...
Vintage Pearl Necklaces and Gold Chains
Vintage Rosaries and Prayer Books
We have a nice selection of NEW gifts and accessories for the couple's new home, frames and journals to help capture their memories and crafting supplies to help you make that "special something just for them."
Beautiful Hand Decorated Handbags and Clutch Purses
Limoges Porcelain Boxes from France
Home ... Nest ... Beautiful
Vintage Ribbons and Trim plus Crafting Treasures
Handcrafted Paper Wreath with Bird's Nest
Crafting Supplies for the DIYer
We cannot help with the borrowed, but definitely have some things in BLUE. 
Blue Flowers and Sequined Clutch Purse
Jewelry in Blue ... just right for the bride
And remember, we can wrap your gift and take care of shipping if needed.



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