The Honeymoon Era
If extravagant weddings weren’t enough, by 1968, newlywed couples were jetting off to exotic destinations where they would enjoy their romantic honeymoons.
This was made possible when the 747 Jumbo Jet allowed affordable long-distance traveling.
It Was Pink
American businesswoman, philanthropist, and daughter of the former U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson had her wedding in 1966. Her marriage to the Air National Guardsman, Pat Nugent, at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. was attended by many important people and state officials.
There were 700 guests and the bridesmaids wore bright pink matching outfits with full-length veils (those, of course, were also pink.)
Elvis and Priscilla
The King of Rock and Roll had his big day on May 1, 1967, when he married the lovely Priscilla Beaulieu. He was 32 at the time and she was 21.
Millions of young girls' dreams were dashed that day. Their cake was said to cost $3,200 which is roughly $22,000 today.
Fashion Icon
Towards the end of the decade, the short and cute wedding dress and general "pixie" look was still very much the trend. Many brides also began going for the hat instead of the veil.
Audrey Hepburn was one of the most iconic women to don this look and even doubled down with both a short dress and a head-covering.
Mixing It Up
By the '70s wedding fashions were beginning to drastically change. Brides even began wearing pantsuits.
Men even began wearing colorful suits and tuxedos and the traditional look was becoming a little outdated.