Author: My Cup of Retro

Vintage High Tea Party Weddings need a special kind of dress. We have found the best high tea party wedding dresses for a vintage high tea wedding.

Classic tailoring with vintage lace and a matching satin bow make this one of the best high tea party wedding dresses. It is just beautiful for a summer high tea wedding.

In the same swing style, this classic high tea party wedding dress makes use of folds to accentuate your curves and shape.

This next dress is a more demure style with the round neckline and short lace sleeves. Also knee-length it swings out slightly as you walk. Very pretty for a summer garden wedding.

This pretty lace high tea party wedding dress is elegant and classy with a soft chiffon tie around the waist.

This Downtown Abbey Style dress with an overlay of chiffon is stunningly beautiful for a classic bride at a romantic high tea party wedding.

Now for something very royal looking, this sage green lace pencil dress with chiffon coat is stunning.

Step out in style in this Audrey Hepburn style classic sleeveless swing dress with black satin tie. Perfectly elegant and timeless! Audrey’s style is just perfect for high tea party wedding dresses.

This polka dot swing dress is for the bride who wants to add a little bit of fun to a classic dress. Still in the vintage 1960 swing style with a dainty black polka dot and matching waist tie. Polka dots look incredible in high tea party wedding dresses.

This beautiful full lace bridal dress with satin tie is made for elegant tea party weddings. Pair with some dainty matching gloves for a real vintage feel. You cannot go wrong with classic lace high tea party wedding dresses.

If you are looking for a style icon dress, a 1950s style pencil dress with folding and waist tie makes a simple but bold statement as stunning high tea party wedding dresses.

This Cherry swing dress is a perfect alternative high tea party wedding dress for a hot summer garden tea party wedding. It is fun, pretty and very flattering on any figure.

This dress combines a classic shape with a bold gesture in the black overlay. Stunning and dramatic, this dress is made for brides who know their style and are not afraid to show it.

Staying with the classic 1950s style, this dress is more modest with long sleeves and a higher neckline while losing none of the classic stylings.

The same basic silhouette as above, but this time with a plunging neckline and shorter sleeves. Stylish with a little more on show.

The next dress takes it further with a classic halter neck that allows you to show off your tanned shoulders and back.

This vintage lace dress in silver is so perfectly elegant for a wedding afternoon tea or high tea party. Classic shaping and a full skirt ensure you will look gorgeous and feel great.

For a more traditional bridal look, that still works perfectly in a high tea setting, try this dress with classic lace capped sleeves and a wide lace border. Beautiful for a warm summer day.

With this dress you can continue the party into the night and dance away under the stars. In a beautiful champagne color, this lace bust cascades down to a chiffon skirt that swishes as you move.

Another halter neck wedding dress, this time with a full lace overlay. High tea party wedding dresses can be as classic and elegant as you wish, while still being comfortable and cool on a hot summer day.

This floaty strapless dress is a little more whimsical and fun for a bride who wants to float through her day without a care.

We loved putting together this selection of high tea party wedding dresses. If you want more inspiration, have a look at the fun party dresses we have selected for a vintage tea party.

The Vintage Tea Party Style Guide will help you plan the perfect Vintage Tea Party Wedding

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The wedding season is arriving soon, and High Tea Weddings are trending! But what does one wear to a tea party? We have you covered with the best high tea party dresses for every style!

We start with the classic tea party dress. This 1950s style with capped sleeves and a nipped in waist with belt is perfect for a vintage tea party. This dress in a classic black and white print ensures you look elegant and cool.

Same classic style, this time in a classic black. Not too dark to wear to a tea party if you pair it with some killer red heels, bright lipstick and a retro inspired hairdo. In terms of high tea party dresses, this one makes a statement.

For those who prefer a more demure shade of dress, these two beautiful swing high tea party dresses in soft pink or pale blue could be just the thing.

Watch others turn green with envy when you arrive in this classic green swing dress with matching waist bow. The higher neckline and capped sleeves make this dress perfect for a vintage tea party.

Turn up the modesty and look all innocent in this classic blue dress with white lace collar. Still styled to show off your curves without blushing.

The 1950s woman knew how to make the most of her shape. Whether in a wide swing dress or a pencil dress. This off the shoulder wiggle dress in a beautiful garden print is perfect for a summer high tea party in the sun.

Same long pencil dress style, but this time with the volume turned up a little higher. Stand out in the crowd in this black and white polka dot dress with large red roses.

Or take a cue from the women of Mad Men with this classic green off the shoulder dress made to hug every curve. High tea party dresses give you a chance to turn up the glam, retro style!

Heading back to the swing high tea party dresses the next two dresses on our list fall are perfect for a more Rockabilly style event. High hair, bright lipstick, tattoos and killer heels go perfectly with either of these two styles.

This fun halter neck dress in a Japanese blue garden print is fun and a little flirty for a great afternoon event.

With this aqua blue and black polka dot swing dress you will be ready to party the afternoon away.

For something completely different we found this stunningly beautiful Titanic inspired vintage tea party dress.

If your High Tea Party has an Alice In Wonderland theme, we have found the perfect tea party dress for you!

Finally we finish our selection of tea party dresses with one fit for a queen. This Victorian inspired tea party dress is perfect for a French Style Tea Party.

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It is tea party season and we have found the best tea party hats for all the Weddings, christenings, engagements, anniversaries and many more events that can be celebrated with a fantastic tea party.

The biggest problem is what to wear! We decided to find the best Tea Party Hats for every style.

Simple Fascinators

These suit those of us who want to look glam without the fuss of a big hat. We found some chic fascinators that will look the part at any tea party.

If you are looking for something elegant, this is the perfect fascinator Feather Net Veil Fascinator (Black)

This Fascinator Hat with Feather and Mesh Net Veil in pink is perfect for a sleek romantic style. It fits easily over any hairstyle with a headband.

Be a vintage rose with this classic Vintage Flower Fascinator in white It attaches easily over any hairstyle.

Floaty Garden Party Hats

Great for keeping you out of the sun and looking fabulous at the same time! If you are attending a romantic garden tea party these are perfect!

This Organza Wide Brim Summer Hat is the perfect floaty romantic hat for a garden tea party. Wear with a classic slim-fitting dress.

If you want to be a little more ruffles, this Floppy Organza Hat is just ruffling beautiful!

The rainbow chiffon cascading off the side of this Colorful Organza Wide Brim Tea Party Hat makes this a stunning hat for any occasion.

You cannot go wrong with this classic looking Butterfly Hat with Flowers and Feathers in White/Black

Classic Pillbox Style Hats

Classic pillbox hats never go out of fashion. They are made to sit jauntily on the side of your head. Here are some of our favorite designs for a classic tea party event.

This small pill box hot is elegant enough for a royal wedding. Feather Fascinator pillbox Hat

Classic red that makes a statement, this Bow and Feather Hat is the perfect mix of class and style in ruby red.

Another classic postwar style pillbox hat to be worn on the side of the head. Party Pillbox Hat with Flower – Red and Black

Houndstooth pillbox hat with feather, this Retro 60’s Black White Houndstooth Hat looks stunning with a little black dress or crisp white pantsuit.

Elegant and Timeless Hats

Some styles just ooze elegance and these hats do it for us. From classic Audrey Hepburn styles to My Fair Lady-inspired hats these are our pick of the best.

The shape, fabric and trim on this Fabric Feather Hat in Two Tone Colors (Black/white) makes it a classic and elegant choice for a formal occasion.

Soft lilac and pink match beautifully with this vintage style Wide Brim Floral Hat

Calling Audrey, we have your hat and we don’t want to give it back. This Royal Large Brim Wedding Hat is guaranteed to turn heads.

We love this classic blue bucket hat with flowers and net. It is the perfect Tea Party Derby Hat

This is a beautiful understated Felt Sinamay Hat in Purple   

Felt hats fit any formal occasion. This classic French 1930s style Felt Cocktail Hat in classic Gray  is perfect for an elegant tea party.

Go a little French style with this Felt Fedora Pillbox Hat

Non-Hat Headpieces

What to wear when hats are not really your thing or you want to wear something a little different? Don’t worry we have found the best headpieces that fit any style.

If hats are not your thing, try a glamour head piece like this 1920s inspired Flapper Headband with Rhinestones

Gatsby style 1920s flapper fascinators with peacock feathers work perfectly in a garden tea party. Zivyes 1920s Peacock Headpiece

Statement Hats

Want to make a statement and really stand out? Then we have found the best hats for that too!!!

Want to wow a crowd? This is the hat. Calling Alice, your tea party is ready! Large Wave Brim Royal Blue Hat

Ruffles, feathers, pink organza and black trim – gorgeous. Wide Brim Fashion Derby Hat in pink and black

Stand out in bright orange with this hat. Its a little bit fabulous and a lot bit cool. Orange Feather Hat

Make a statement with this large black hat Designer Fashion Wide Brim Hat

Black and White in a spiral Hat

Wow wow wow Gorgeous Collared Dove Long Feather Hat –

Alice in Wonderland tea party theme or just wanting to turn heads when you make an entrance? Either way, this Maafushi Brown Beige & Cream Feather Hat is just the ticket.

A Beautiful Silk and Feather Hat in Royal Blue looks amazing with a classic party dress.

Go over the top with this Hat By Cressida – A Beautiful Ostrich Feathers Fascinator with Silk Flower in Burgundy

Or turn everyone green with envy with this Gorgeous Large Peacock Eyes Feathers Fan Hat with Silk Flowers

And last, but by no means least, this stunning Red Large Brim Feather Party Fedora will ensure your outfit is remembered.

The Vintage Tea Party Style Guide is your easy planning guide for creating the perfect Tea Party!

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