What are vintage wedding sign ideas?

Short answer

Vintage wedding signs use old-fashioned materials, lettering and phrases to create a nostalgic feel. Think wooden boards, chalkboards, brass frames, lace, hessian and muted colours, with wording that suits your ceremony and reception.

For a vintage look, choose signs that feel aged and handcrafted. A chalkboard on an easel works well for a welcome message or order of the day. A wooden board with burnt or painted lettering suits a rustic barn venue. Brass or gold frames around a mirror or glass sign add an elegant, antique touch.

Use materials that match your theme. Hessian, lace, ribbon and dried flowers can decorate the edges. Choose fonts with a classic feel, such as script or serif styles, and keep colours soft, like cream, sage, blush or dusty blue.

Wording can be playful or traditional. For example, a sign saying "Today a love story begins" or "Please take a seat, the best is yet to come" works well. You could also use a vintage-style sign for the table plan, with names written in calligraphy on cards pinned to a board.

Remember to keep signs readable. Place them where guests will naturally look, and check the lighting. If you are making signs yourself, test the paint or chalk on a small piece first. If you are ordering them, give the printer plenty of time and check the spelling carefully.