decor ideas

Thom (I know that this isn't my area):
http://www.dinnerandamurder.com/cgi-bin/j/ljpro.cgi?21

This just seemed like something you'd appreciate.

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Something we can listen to while we talk: http://www.whro.org/home/1920s/
:)

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For decoration:

Maybe you'll find some inspiration from another couple's 1920 wedding (good pictures):
http://www.boudoirdoll.com/Wedding/
(hey, they already researched it, might save ya'll some work)

Dug up some info on forums (cut and paste items following):
"boston fern and house plant palms. They used these from the victorian days to the twenties as back ground decoration. A bonus is you can keep them afterwards. White, creme and shell pink flowers were used in the 20's, too."

"A central vase drapped in pearl beads and ostrich feathers could give a really dramatic result. The speakeasy was a phenomenon of the day and they normally had a lamp in the centre with fringing. That could be brought up to date by using fireproof lamp with candles instead. Mirrors were also big in the day and circular mirrors could be placed in the centre of the table with fragrant tea lights placed on top reflecting the light and aroma(very pretty especially during the evening) and a dramatic ploom of feathers in a slim vase in the middle. Another idea is using the archetecture of the deco era has a backdrop. "

(Mels says: something as simple as using a deco font and printing signs on tea-stained paper in the reception area for exits and restrooms could add to the illusion. We can also go to the aution next month -- they do a lot of estate sales and we could probably pick up some 1920's serving dishes, floral vases, etc. for a few dollars.)

"First thing that comes to mind for me is white, cream and soft pink flowers....gardenia, oriental lily, hand blown roses, queen annes lace, even some types of orchids (phalaenopsis, cymbids, etc.). The use of these flowers, or similar, paired with a type of fern called "Dagger Fern", which looks a lot like a Boston Fern but is hardier, would make a perfect combination for this particular look. Also try adding something fun.....pearls in the bottom of a clear vase, or adding ostrich feathers for height in larger arrangements."

I also read something about using wax flowers in decorations. http://www.angelfire.com/journal2/flowers/pcd21.html