39 Timeless Black Tie Wedding Ideas

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Black tie weddings are classics, if you don’t know what to choose for your big day, choose black tie, you just can’t go wrong with it! Black tie weddings are rather formal, festive and look gorgeous, you won’t regret it, and of course, you can add some touches of the styles that you like. Let’s have a closer look how to pull off such a wedding right and enjoy the whole thing.

What To Wear

Black tie doesn’t mean only black and white today but it’s all about elegance and timeless details. The groom and groomsmen are supposed to wear stylish black tuxedos, maybe also white boutonnieres. As for the girls, there are much more options here, for example, the bride can rock a white, ivory or any other colored dress but of course for pure elegance the brides often choose something more traditional, even conservative. Keep it elegant and add flawless heels to make a statement, they can be even black ones, if it’s a black and white affair. The bridesmaids can go white, black or actually any other color, too, the looks should be just very chic and maybe refined.

super elegant couple in black and white, the wedding dress is heavily beaded

super elegant couple in black and white, the wedding dress is heavily beaded

the groom is a classic black tux, the bride is a long sleeve lace wedding dress

the groom is a classic black tux, the bride is a long sleeve lace wedding dress

a black tuxedo for the groom and an airy ivory gown and veil for the bride

a black tuxedo for the groom and an airy ivory gown and veil for the bride

elegant strapless navy bridesmaids' dresses and white bouquets

elegant strapless navy bridesmaids' dresses and white bouquets

a black tuxedo and a strapless ivory gown is a timeless idea for a couple

a black tuxedo and a strapless ivory gown is a timeless idea for a couple

perfect black tuxedo with a modern feel

perfect black tuxedo with a modern feel

mismatched blush bridesmaids' dresses

mismatched blush bridesmaids' dresses

mismatched black bridesmaids' maxi dresses and a modern bride in crispy white

mismatched black bridesmaids' maxi dresses and a modern bride in crispy white

sexy backless fitting wedding dress with a train is a gorgeous choice

sexy backless fitting wedding dress with a train is a gorgeous choice

chic strapless wedding dress and short black bridesmaids' dresses

chic strapless wedding dress and short black bridesmaids' dresses

elegant satin black heels with bows

elegant satin black heels with bows

ankle strap and bow black shoes are an elegant choice for a bride or bridesmaids

ankle strap and bow black shoes are an elegant choice for a bride or bridesmaids

elegant black tuxedo with a white flower boutonniere

elegant black tuxedo with a white flower boutonniere

all-white bridal party in strapless gowns looks luxurious

all-white bridal party in strapless gowns looks luxurious

chic black maxi dresses for the bridesmaids and the bride in a sleeveless lace wedding dress

chic black maxi dresses for the bridesmaids and the bride in a sleeveless lace wedding dress

ethereal ivory wedding dress with a small train is a less formal option

ethereal ivory wedding dress with a small train is a less formal option

Wedding Décor

Elegance is the main thing that you should remember about while decorating a black tie affair. Black and white are the best colors for timeless décor, and you can also add metallic touches like silver, gold or copper to make the décor more stylish and a little bit glam. Crystals chandeliers, lots of candles in elegant candle holders, lush florals and maybe greenery, textural bouquets and living or flower walls are right what you need for this kind of wedding. The more classical and elegant look you have, the better because classics never goes out of style.

refined white flower decor for the staircase looks stunning

refined white flower decor for the staircase looks stunning

lush black, white and gold table decor with lots of florals and gilded driftwood

lush black, white and gold table decor with lots of florals and gilded driftwood

black tie garden wedding reception with living walls and a lot of greenery

black tie garden wedding reception with living walls and a lot of greenery

simple black and white signs for decor

simple black and white signs for decor

black, white and silver touches for a stylish look

black, white and silver touches for a stylish look

modern black tie wedding decor with a striped tablecloth and white florals

modern black tie wedding decor with a striped tablecloth and white florals

black place cards with copper calligraphy

black place cards with copper calligraphy

candles in transparent candle holders is right what you need for a cozy ambience

candles in transparent candle holders is right what you need for a cozy ambience

lush florals are a must for a black tie wedding, especially white or ivory ones

lush florals are a must for a black tie wedding, especially white or ivory ones

modern chic aisle decor with black chairs and textural greenery and flower compositions

modern chic aisle decor with black chairs and textural greenery and flower compositions

simple and elegant place setting in black, white and silver

simple and elegant place setting in black, white and silver

glam crystal chandeliers and lots of chic florals are right what you need for a black tie affair

glam crystal chandeliers and lots of chic florals are right what you need for a black tie affair

Wedding Food

Your desserts and the cake will also be a part of décor, so organize a dessert bar carefully and choose your cakery masterpiece. Take them in ivory or white and black to get a super elegant look, edible gold and fresh flowers are welcome for decorating. glaze The strawberries with ‘black tuxedo’ chocolate and order macarons in proper colors.

refined white flower decor for the staircase looks stunning

refined white flower decor for the staircase looks stunning

lush black, white and gold table decor with lots of florals and gilded driftwood

lush black, white and gold table decor with lots of florals and gilded driftwood

black tie garden wedding reception with living walls and a lot of greenery

black tie garden wedding reception with living walls and a lot of greenery

simple black and white signs for decor

simple black and white signs for decor

black, white and silver touches for a stylish look

black, white and silver touches for a stylish look

modern black tie wedding decor with a striped tablecloth and white florals

modern black tie wedding decor with a striped tablecloth and white florals

black place cards with copper calligraphy

black place cards with copper calligraphy

candles in transparent candle holders is right what you need for a cozy ambience

candles in transparent candle holders is right what you need for a cozy ambience

lush florals are a must for a black tie wedding, especially white or ivory ones

lush florals are a must for a black tie wedding, especially white or ivory ones

modern chic aisle decor with black chairs and textural greenery and flower compositions

modern chic aisle decor with black chairs and textural greenery and flower compositions

simple and elegant place setting in black, white and silver

simple and elegant place setting in black, white and silver

glam crystal chandeliers and lots of chic florals are right what you need for a black tie affair

glam crystal chandeliers and lots of chic florals are right what you need for a black tie affair