Vintage silver at the reception

It’s been awhile since I’ve talked about collecting silver for our wedding! We’re pretty much done, thanks to some kind family members and friends who heard about my mission — whoo! — but are still searching for a few key pieces. I have more vegetable dishes and trays than I can shake a stick at, but would love one or two larger champagne buckets or trophy cups.

In the meantime, though, I thought I would share some of the images that are inspiring me on my silver pilgrimage!

Jessica Claire (flowers by Flowerwild) and Picotte Weddings

Katie Stoops (flowers by Merriment Events via Southern Weddings) and Meredith Perdue

Charley Star (flowers by Bash, Please via Style Me Pretty)

Michael + Anna Costa (flowers by Florette) and Lisa Lefkowitz (flowers by Ariella Chezar via Snippet & Ink)

Steve Steinhardt (flowers by Holly Flora via Inspired by This) and Thuss + Farrell

I haven’t decided yet what the tarnish level of the pieces will be, but I’m thinking not see-your-reflection polished, and not dull as a doornail, either. Somewhere in between. I want the overall aesthetic to be clean, not vintage, so I think erring on the side of more polished is probably a smart decision. Time to break out the rags!

P.S. Want to catch up on the silver hunt? I’ve posted about it here, here, and here.