Weddings idea

Black-tie gold wedding

A black-tie gold wedding uses gold Chiavari chairs, chargers and gold flatware against ivory or black linens, with sequin overlays and amber uplighting on the walls. It suits ballrooms, lofts and evening receptions. Below you will find the palette, backyard and indoor setups, activities, props and the rentals for 150 guests with live Chicago prices, ready to open in the free planner.

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Ballroom wedding reception, styled at an event (AI-generated example)

The look

Palette and decor

Gold #C9A24AIvory #F7F2E8Black #1D1A16Champagne #E8D7B5

Gold chargers under ivory plates
Sequin overlays catching candlelight
Tall centrepieces alternating with low ones
Amber uplighting on every wall

Setup ideas

How to set it up

Backyard or tented lawn

A clear-top or frame tent with chandeliers over the dance floor, rounds of ten and a lounge corner by the bar.

Indoors or a rented room

Rounds of ten around a central dance floor, a long kings table for the wedding party, lounge seating by the bar and uplights every 8 to 10 feet of wall.

Activities and games

Things for guests to do

Champagne wall welcome
Guests take a glass as they arrive.
Rent: Champagne wall ($159.50)
Mirror photo booth
Elegant prints that match a formal night.
Rent: Mirror photo booth ($434.50)
Live band or DJ on a stage
A low stage lifts performers above the floor.
Rent: Stage section ($71.50)

Props and DIY

What to buy or make

Gold-foil menus
Monogram napkin rings
A gold-frame seating chart

These aren't rentals: they're the finishing touches most hosts buy or make.

Rent the look

Rentals for a black-tie gold wedding

Quantities shown for 150 guests. In the planner they adjust to your guest count, and you can change or remove anything.

Add to my plan

Gold Chiavari chair

Resin or wood, 15.5"W x 16"D x 36"H, seat pad included

$7.43each

× 150 for 150 guests. Gold Chiavari chair at every seat.

Charger plate

13" gold, silver or glass beaded

$9.35each

× 150 for 150 guests. Gold chargers frame each place.

A gold flatware set is neatly arranged at an elegant place setting beside lush floral centerpieces during an outdoor evening wedding reception with guests mingling in the background

Gold flatware (per piece)

Gold-finish stainless, fork, knife or spoon

$1.71each

× 450 for 150 guests. Gold fork, knife and spoon per guest.

A gold sequin tablecloth covers an elegant round table decorated with tall floral centerpieces and glowing candles at a wedding reception surrounded by celebrating guests

Sequin overlay

72" x 72" or 90" round sequin topper

$33eachEst.

× 15 for 150 guests. Sequin overlays on every round.

LED uplight

Wireless, battery powered, any color

$38.50each

× 12 for 150 guests. Amber uplighting on the walls.

Champagne flute

6 oz flute

$0.83each

× 150 for 150 guests. A flute for the toast.

These add-ons for 150 guests, before delivery, setup and tax

$4,368

Prices are based on local rental companies' published rates plus our booking fee. Your final quote is confirmed by the rental company for your date and venue.

Questions

Black-tie gold wedding FAQs

How many uplights do I need for a ballroom?

About one every 8 to 10 feet of wall. A typical 150-guest ballroom takes 12 to 16.

Gold or silver flatware with gold chargers?

Gold, for a fully warm look. Silver flatware with gold chargers is a softer, mixed-metal look.

What rentals does a typical wedding reception need?

One chair and one place setting per guest, a 60-inch round per eight guests, linens and napkins, glassware for water, wine and the toast, a dance floor sized to about a quarter of the guests, and lighting. Outdoor weddings add a tent, restrooms and power.