Black and White Wedding Ideas

These black and white wedding ideas will help you plan the traditional wedding you've longed for! From the invitations to the reception of your dreams, here's how to make every moment special.

Invitations

If a plain wedding invitation with black print isn't your style, here's how to capture the classic look with modern flair.

The black russian lacy band invitation is a great example of turning a classic inside out! This stunning invitation features a black background with white text – an accomplishment you can easily create on your own computer with printable card stock.

The modern toile invitation offers another glimpse of modernizing a classic. Begin with a printed text card, and then add a beautiful edge such as the toile in the sample for stunning effect in basic black and white.

Make a big impact with borders! Start with a printed text card and center it on a slightly larger background. Whether you use solids or prints, you're bound to love the multi-layered effects!

Decorations

Here are ways to decorate to beautifully accent your formal wedding ideas!

Your black and white theme is priceless with the addition of these diamond ring napkin holders. A definite wedding classic, these breathtaking solitaires are wonderful additions to your formal wedding decor! Use them as napkin rings or band together a few flower stems for a creative way to position a centerpiece or bouquet.

The square glass photo vase has so many possibilities! They make dramatic centerpieces when filled with stunning white flowers to go with your formal wedding theme, but you can easily have them tell a story by inserting black and white photos of the bride and groom through the years.

Another option is to fill them with flower petals or small candies for snacking.

Create an intimate atmosphere with mini lantern tealight holders in basic black. Fill them with elegant white candles for the formal look you crave with all of the warmth of candlelight!

Food

Add these delicious black and white wedding ideas to your buffet. They're guaranteed to become instant classics!

Mini wedding brownie pops are dressed to impress! The tiny tuxedos and elegant gowns are hand decorated just for your event. These brownies are blondies will be the hit of the buffet! Arrange them on tables in groups to add to your décor, or create a stunning presentation on a dessert table at the reception.

Silver and gold foil jordan almonds are a beautiful taste indulgence that offers a lovely reflection on your traditional wedding plans.

Add a splash of light without breaking the black and white color scheme with these tasty treats! They double as party favors when you tuck them into favor boxes for your guests.

Personalized wedding coffee packets make a splash at your classic event! With your choice of designs – including traditional black and white packets – these personalized coffee treats are perfect for the reception or for guests to take home as wedding favors.

Party Favors

Show your guests your thanks with a gracious gesture. These black and white wedding ideas for party favors are just right!

Personalized tuxedo and wedding gown favor boxes offer the ideal solution for sharing gifts of nuts, candies, mints, or small gifts with guests. The personalized boxes are great keepsakes and perfect reminders of your big day!

Share the LOVE with Glass LOVE coasters! Stunning clear and frosted glass designs make a harmonious duo in each of these lovely glass coasters. Classically designed, they'll fit in any home decor as a gift guests will use again and again.

Create lasting memories with mini photo album favors! These lovely silver frames blend perfectly with the rest of your black and white wedding ideas and double as truly unique place settings.

Thank You Notes

Stick with your formal wedding ideas and theme with these classic thank you notes.

Your thank you notes will be particularly unique when you opt for a black and white photo card! Affix a photo to the front of the card before adding your message to the inside.

Simple and perfect!

Create a dramatic thank you note with inspiration from the falling petals signature card.

The drifting petals are beautiful against the stark white background of this elegant thank you note, which leaves plenty of room for sharing sentiments with your guests.

A simple border with an accent design is a lovely way to make your own thank you notes. The simple elegance note will offer plenty of inspiration to blend with your black and white wedding ideas.

A wedding in basic black and white doesn't have to be boring. Update the classic colors with these great ideas and put a whole new shade of beauty on centuries of tradition!

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