Black, White & Beautiful: The Ultimate Monochrome Wedding Inspiration
- Abbi-Kaye Ellison
- Mar 26
- 3 min read
Now it's no secret, as a wedding singer more on the "quirky" supplier side, that I love all things bright and colourful when it comes to wedding decoration and dress code. The bolder the better in my opinion.
However, Zoe & Adams recent wedding theme, may have had a lasting impact on that particular opinion.
From the title of this piece you can probably predict that these newly weds opted for a black tie, dress code and monochrome theme across the board for their big day. Which I must say, worked beautifully. Their matching dress code ensured that every guest and even myself as their wedding singer, were perfectly coordinated. It was very clear that we were all part of the same wedding party. There’s also something undeniably elegant and vintage feeling about black and white formal wear. It's the oldest form of formal there is and for good reason. Black tie formal gives, occasion. And a wedding is a special occasion after all! Furthermore, by having bridesmaids and groomsmen blend in more with the rest of the wedding party, it removes a sense of hierarchy among wedding guests. An element which is growing in popularity among modern couples. When everyone is dressed in a coordinated scheme, it creates a sense of cohesion and harmony. And honestly, what better way to feel on your wedding day than harmonious AF?
As well as matching attire, this monochrome theme flowed seamlessly into their venue and decor. Extending to beautiful black candle table decorations, a pearl white post box for cards, ivory florals, and even framed family photos in an elegant greyscale, another gorgeous and timeless personal touch. The venue in question is the quite frankly, breath taking Hidden River Barn in Carlisle. A multipurpose venue able to accommodate for every aspect of a wedding day, from ceremony all the way to DJ. Welcoming you with its stunning nature views and a beautifully rustic-yet cosy industrial interior. Along with it's boujiee bright white chandeliers, blank bare wooden walls and the black steel frames of the grand windows. Zoe & Adams monochrome colour scheme was beautifully enhanced by the venues backdrop.
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As well as on the day benefits, from a wedding planning perspective, by keeping your colour scheme simplistic with the two most complimentary colours ever. It can really take away an element of that extra stress of thinking "will this match?". With black and white, you really can't go wrong. Whether you're worrying about the bridal hair accessory, the name place stationery, entrance sign or your groomsman's hankies. If they're black or white, they'll match. There's also the extra bonus in that black and white, always photographs well.
Finally, just because the range of colour shades in a black and white aesthetic are more limited, it doesn’t mean that your creative possibilities are restricted. Consider all of the interesting and impacting patterns or touches you can do with black and white. Although this bride and groom opted for a more classical and clean visual overall. Black and white can be incredibly exciting, stylish, and bold in it's own right. If you're an alternative couple, there's no better combo for a rock 'n' roll vibe than black and white, hello Vans checkerboard style. For an extra touch of fun and flair, why not add some cow print? Picture how sharp a pair of black-and-white loafers could look, or the suave feel of a pinstripe suit. And as a vintage singer, I can’t resist the cute charm of polka dots! There's more possibilities than you may initially think!
So whether you're looking for wedding inspiration that's formal, timeless and chic. Or perhaps a unique way to splash some fun into your wedding aesthetic without the overwhelm of going over board with colour clash.
A black and white aesthetic, may just be the best palette for you!
All the best, Abbi-Kaye (Viva la Vintage) x
WATCH THE REAL LIFE VLOG OF ZOE AND ADAMS WEDDING HERE FOR MORE WEDDING INSPO AND ADVICE: VISIT BLOG PAGE
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