Wedding Inspiration: Black Tie Affair

Formal, sophisticated, and full-on glamorous, a black tie wedding is the epitome of elegant chic. Here are a few of our favorite ways to transform your wedding celebration into a stunning formal affair.

Black Tie Color Palette

For your sophisticated soiree, opt for a simple black and white color palette, accented by a bold pop of gold.

black tie wedding color palette

Fab Mood

Reception Decor

Give your black tie wedding a fun twist with dotted napkins and a metallic striped table cloth. These unexpected patterns add a little something extra to your sophisticated decor.

black tie wedding reception decor

Christa Elyce Photography

Simple, white floral arrangements look stunning paired with candlesticks and gold votive lights. Your table will look undeniably romantic and chic!

black tie wedding tablescape

Jeff Loves Jessica

A luxe seating area not only provides guests of your black tie wedding a place to sit and chat, but you’re also left with a gorgeous photo backdrop!

black tie wedding seating

Ashley Rose Photography

Invitations

Give your guests a hint of what’s to come with black tie-inspired invitations. Black and white with a hint of gold makes for a sophisticated look — and how sweet is that black tie holding it all together?

black tie wedding invitations

Liz Banfield

Bridal Shoes

When your day is full of sophisticated glamour, you can’t forget about your shoes! We love how simple these beauties look… until you see the back. Blinged-out perfection!

black tie wedding bridal shoes

Vitaly M Photography

Cake

Texture is the easiest way to take your vanilla cake up a notch. This swiss-dot pattern looks absolutely perfect paired with white roses and gold trim – black tie wedding approved!

black tie wedding cake

Coco Tran

Bridal Bouquet

A classic mix of white blooms perfectly offsets the glamour of gold, adding a touch of romance to your black tie wedding.

black tie wedding bridal bouquet

Jeff Loves Jessica

Wedding Favors

Miniature bottles of champagne are a great way to thank your guests for coming to your celebration – bonus points for the matching black tie!

black tie wedding favors

Arielle Doneson Photography

Bridesmaid Dresses

Sparkling bridesmaids dresses are the best way to complete your black tie wedding style. Sorella Vita Modern Metallic dresses in Onyx add just the perfect amount of sparkle and sophistication!

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