Classic and elegant for couples of all ages and backgrounds, a black and white wedding theme can indicate an ultra-formal wedding or a trendy affair with artfully placed splashes of color.
If you like, request that guests dress in black and white to attend your wedding. Include a tastefully worded phrase on your invitation that mentions the theme and asks guests to join the festivities by dressing to match. A simple black and white decorating scheme with flickering candlelight will add an air of romance to your reception venue. You can even have your cake decorated in black and white to match!
Black and white doesn’t always have to signify a formal affair - celebrate the days of black and white pictures with movie-themed place card frames at your tables. Find some stunning black and white photographs to use as table centerpieces, or have some of your favorite photos reprinted in black and white. Consider pure white flowers with black ribbon accents, or have bridesmaids carry a simple arrangement consisting of a single bright hue that will add a pop of color to your black and white setting.
Black and white weddings are appropriate for day or evening, formal or informal. If you are planning an elegant affair, consider floor-length bridesmaid gowns with elbow gloves and a coordinated wrap. If you’re having an afternoon wedding, shorten the dresses to tea-length and add fingertip gloves (or none at all). The bridesmaid gowns don’t have to be either black or white, select a pretty black-and-white pattern and match this pattern to the groomsmen’s vest, cummerbund or tie. Many of this year’s wedding dresses offer subtle color accents, so choose a white gown with black edging or a patterned insert that matches your bridesmaid dresses.