Retro Tropical Wedding Inspiration

retro tropical inspiration

The New York based creatives behind today’s super pretty styled session wanted to challenge the idea that something staged in an urban + industrial setting couldn’t also have a fresh, tropical vibe. So they started their brainstorming process, like so many of us do, by putting together a Pinterest board of their ideas. They quickly realized that their vision included hints of retro, some fun, modern elements, and lots of color! So from there, photographer Amber Gress, Jove from Jove Meyer Events and Anne from Blade Florals worked on bringing their concept to life – and we’re definitely in love with the end result!

We’re sure you’ve already noticed that stunner of a dress, hand dip-dyed in a vibrant orange hue by Synderela Story. The shoes + accessories by Hushed Commotion turned out to be the perfect way to add a clean-lined, modern touch + the rose gold and black diamond jewels by Anna Sheffield couldn’t have been prettier either! We love that this shoot shares lots of pretty inspiration for not only your wedding day design, but gives you lots of fun wardrobe styling ideas, too!

tropical invitation

rings retro

orange tropical dress

tropical bouquet

tropical orange dress


Are any of you lovely brides-to-be thinking of dip-dying a dress for the big day? Do tell!

tropical bouquet

retro tropical inspiration

tropical bouquet

gold pod backdrop

gold pod backdrop

retro tropical inspiration

retro tropical inspiration


So many fun, little details, right?!

gem shoes

retro tropical inspiration

dip dyed dress

retro tropical inspiration

retro tropical inspiration

retro tropical inspiration

retro tropical inspiration

retro tropical inspiration

retro tropical inspiration

retro tropical inspiration


To bring a little tropical touch to your day, we’re loving this easy DIY idea of hand-lettered escort cards fashioned from big, bold leaves.

leaf pad name cards

tropical leaf backdrop

tropical floral tablescape

pineapple menu


The tablescape was filled with retro patterns, amazing foliage, and just the right amount of luxe, gold touches. Such a fun table design to steal some ideas from for your wedding or, really, any summer soirée!

gold goblets

pineapple menu

tropical leaf backdrop

pineapple menu

tropical bites

bar lounge

bar lounge

bar cart

bar lounge

tropical desserts


From Amber GressOf course no shoot is complete without a special treat from Lael Cakes, who incorporated the theme by making the super duper marbleized cake with a custom gold pineapple stamped, and perfectly delicate Hibiscus flower to top it off. The little cupcakes with pineapple toppers really just took it to the next level! 

tropical orange cake

tropical desserts

retro tropical inspiration

retro tropical inspiration


And be sure to check out the super fun video, shot + edited by Valerie Barnes, using both digital and film to capture the retro vibe of the shoot!


Big thanks to the talented team of creatives below for sharing this gorgeous editorial with us today!

photography: Amber Gress // venue name: 26 Bridge, Brooklyn, New York // event design: Jove Meyer Events // planning: Jove Meyer Events // florals: Blade // bride's shoes: Hushed Commotion // hair stylist: Styles on B // makeup artist: Morgan Gates // videography: Valerie Barnes // paper goods: Katie Fischer Design // catering: Pok Pok // cake: Lael Cakes // accessories: Hushed Commotion // ceremony dress: Synderela Story // reception dress: Lovely // suit: A suit that fits // rentals: Broadway Party Rental // cupcakes: Lael Cakes // jewelery: Anna Sheffield // bar cart: Society Social // palm couch: Patina Rentals

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