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Easy to forget, a century later, how influential the art around Fritz Lang’s 1927 film Metropolis was (and is). So much incredible, inspirational art deco/modernist art sprang up around it. The fonts! The design! The posters!
To be fair, that futurist look might be a little dark for some weddings (unless they are dystopian or robot themed weddings, in which case: you are awesome) but there are gorgeous elements in this art to inspire and expand on for any 20s themed wedding. (Especially color-wise, those gold and greens are gorgeous, no?)
Admittedly, it’s true that I will take any excuse to think about/talk about/dream about cake. CAKE! Glorious, wondrous cake. Today’s excuse? This collection of vintage Art Deco cake toppers, perfect for a 1920s themed soiree, and the ideal accompaniment to delicious cake. First, this delicate vintage paper-scrap piece, adorned with silver-plated glass glitter. This piece …
Mary Astor, born Lucile Vasconcellos Langhanke in 1906, was discovered at age 14 and became one of the true beauties of the silent era. Ultimately she also became one of the few silent stars who successfully made the transition to talkies. Despite the initial assessment that her voice was “too deep” for sound, she went …
This lovely 1920 print by Georges Barbier is called simply “The Bride”. Barbier designed sets and costumes for the Folies Bergère and is well known for his art nouveau and art deco illustrations.
So happy that wallpaper is coming back into fashion! We’ve posted before about using art deco wallpaper as pattern and decor inspiration, and there really are hugely talented designers working in this field these days. Check out these awesome vintage wallpaper looks from modern designers: not pure deco, a couple have that 60’s/Mad Men feel, …
Inspiration | Metropolis
This post includes one or more affiliate links. If you purchase something after clicking through, we may receive a small commission from the designer, retailer or shop (thanks!) More info here.
Easy to forget, a century later, how influential the art around Fritz Lang’s 1927 film Metropolis was (and is). So much incredible, inspirational art deco/modernist art sprang up around it. The fonts! The design! The posters!To be fair, that futurist look might be a little dark for some weddings (unless they are dystopian or robot themed weddings, in which case: you are awesome) but there are gorgeous elements in this art to inspire and expand on for any 20s themed wedding. (Especially color-wise, those gold and greens are gorgeous, no?)
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