12. Include some totally trendy ’90s accessories to pair with your modern gown. Think pearled headbands, colorful scrunchies, and fanny packs.
13. Find out which ‘90s shoes are back in style and throw on a pair for the reception.
Song ideas for your ’90s-themed wedding
The best song ideas for your ’90s-themed wedding pull from the hottest genres of the decade: rock and roll, dance-pop, and hip hop. Whether you choose an instrumental version to play as you walk down the aisle or set up all the best jams to play at your reception, no ’90s-themed wedding is complete without some of these great tunes.
14. Go full-on pop with icons like Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and Ace of Base.
15. Dance to Salt-N-Pepa, Dr. Dre, and early Jay-Z if you want more hip-hop influence.
16. Air guitar along with remixed dance versions of rock legends like Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, and R.E.M.
17. Struggling for inspiration? This Rolling Stone list ranks the Top 50 songs of the decade, from Daft Punk’s “Around the World” to Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” Fifty songs not enough? This article ranks every No. 1 song of the 1990s from No. 140 all the way down.
Venues that are perfect for a ’90s-themed wedding
Between retro dance clubs and event spaces featuring related designs, we’ve got you covered with venue ideas as well as venues that you can actually book today.
18. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: The Cleveland-based museum has been host to weddings, galas, and corporate events for many years now. Choose between seven floors of exhibits and outdoor space, or select just one area for your reception. It may be hard to choose, though, with options like a waterfront atrium, a beer garden, and world-famous exhibition halls with real rock memorabilia from throughout the decades. Even if you don’t want to have your nuptials in Ohio, throwing your ‘90s-themed wedding ceremony and reception in a music museum or concert hall is a great alternative.
19. Two Bit Circus: The ‘90s were an amazing time for video games (as the Netflix documentary High Score will attest to). Whether you’re a fan of old-fashioned pinball games or want to try out some virtual headsets, this Los Angeles-based event space is perfect for your big day. Their Micro Amusement Park hosts groups of 10 or more for private parties. The package includes multiplayer midway games, story rooms, and fully immersive VR experiences. Looking for something similar where you are? Classic arcade bars and retro bowling alleys are a fun way to get that ‘90s vibe.
20. The Schuyler: Looking for something a touch more formal without sacrificing that ‘90s-themed wedding look? Try this art-deco event space in Washington, D.C. Clean lines and neon lights make this wedding venue perfect for a subtle take on the biggest themes from this decade. In fact, this space is known for its professional, theatre-grade lighting, which means you can dramatically transform it with the help of their in-house engineers.
21. Corinthian Grand Ballroom: For ‘90s-themed weddings with larger guest lists, a ballroom like this is a great option. Not only does the Corinthian Grand Ballroom have twinkle-light-covered palm trees indoors, but they also have neon mood lighting and gothic chandeliers, which will surely be appreciated by some of the ‘90s kids in attendance. Fine touches like these are both classy, elegant, and on-theme, so no matter the venue, be sure to look out for details that inspire your favorite flavor of the ‘90s.
22. Il Villaggio Exclusive Weddings and Special Events: This grand wedding venue is great for ‘90s-themed weddings that want to incorporate luxury experiences, live music, and plenty of neon lights. This venue has all of that and more, including crystal chandeliers and award-winning caterers. If you’re looking for something similar in a different area, try ‘90s wedding venues that can host throwback cover bands and look elegant at the same time.
