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30 Ideas of Beautiful Black and White Wedding Dresses

Thinking about expressing your style with something both traditional and creative? Pay attention to black and white wedding dresses. Don’t think that black will make you look too gothic and gloomy. A gown may be white, but feature some black details like lace or a waistband, which will make the gown look unusual, but still classic.

Clearly, there are also such black and white wedding dresses for sale, which are more black than white or feature the both colors equally. Also, you can find very original and unique variants of the gowns in this color scheme. But it’s better to see everything with your own eyes. Here are 30 cool ideas of the black and white wedding gowns.

Black and White Wedding Dresses with Sleeves

Long-Sleeved Trumpet Wedding Dress

Long-sleeved trumpet wedding dress

Long-sleeved trumpet wedding dress

The black and ivory wedding dress looks luxurious. The ivory basis is overlaid with black tulle, which forms various draperies. The black lace adds a zest to this dress design. Moreover, the transparent sleeves and the upper part of the bodice make the look sexier.

Off-Shoulder Wedding Dress with Long Sleeves

Off-shoulder wedding dress with long sleeves

Off-shoulder wedding dress with long sleeves

The girls, who have tried to wear off-shoulder dresses, know that sometimes you can feel rather uncomfortable in them. This gown solves that problem. Thanks to the nude tulle in the upper part and the proper location of the lace, the gown looks as if it has open shoulders while, in reality, it doesn’t.

Beaded Lace Wedding Dress with Long Sleeves

Beaded lace wedding dress with long sleeves

Beaded lace wedding dress with long sleeves

Do you want to be a shining star on your wedding day? Some black and white long sleeve wedding dresses may be decorated with beaded lace. It looks very beautiful and luxurious. Moreover, this gown has two more cool peculiarities. Firstly, its top is white while the bottom is black and the colors beautifully blend in the middle. And secondly, it has the transparent hemline, which will be liked by the girls, who want to look sexy at their wedding day.

Black and White Gothic Wedding Dresses

Gothic Tulle Wedding Dress

Gothic tulle wedding dress

Gothic tulle wedding dress

What we like this gown for is that it’s not only gothic but also stylish. Though it features the traditional tulle skirt and a lace bodice, it looks unusual thanks to its color and the standing collar combined with the V-neckline. Moreover, it looks great with both white and beige middle skirt.

Long-Sleeved Gothic Wedding Gown

Long-sleeved gothic wedding gown

Long-sleeved gothic wedding gown

This gown consists of two parts: a simple white wedding dress and a long black coat, which covers it. As a result, the gown looks very unusual and is ideal for a modern gothic wedding. Moreover, it’s a great example of black and white wedding dresses plus size as it will make your waist look visually slimmer thanks to the coat.

Vintage Gothic Wedding Dress

Vintage gothic wedding dress

Vintage gothic wedding dress

If you are fond not only of black color but also of vintage style, this gown is for you. It’s one of those black and white corset wedding dresses, which will help you to create the necessary atmosphere at your gothic wedding. In combination with a black veil and a choker, the bridal look is more complete.

Short Black and White Wedding Dresses

Tea-Length Wedding Dress

Strapless tea-length wedding dress black and white

Strapless tea-length wedding dress black and white

If you are tight on a budget and need cheap wedding dresses black and white, pay attention to short and tea-length gowns. As a rule, they are more affordable than the gowns of traditional length and silhouettes. This tea-length wedding dress is rather simple, but is stylish and elegant.

Short Lace Wedding Dress with Train

Short lace wedding dress with train

Short lace wedding dress with train

Remarkably, black and white short wedding dresses may also have trains. The tight fitting dress with sweetheart neckline, covered with beautiful black lace, looks luxurious even despite the fact that it’s short in the front. The train makes it more festive.

Short Wedding Dress with Long Sleeves

Short wedding dress with long sleeves

Short wedding dress with long sleeves

If you plan an autumn or winter wedding, you may consider the variant of a short wedding gown with long sleeves. The short tiered skirt is an amazing idea, especially if it’s decorated with black lace. The short length of the dress is compensated with a high-neck lace top with long sleeves.

Black and White Mermaid Wedding Dresses

One-Shoulder Mermaid Wedding Dress

One-shoulder mermaid wedding dress

One-shoulder mermaid wedding dress

It’s unexplainable but one-shoulder gowns always look very unusual even if they are very simple. This mermaid wedding gown would be absolutely plain, but the black lace and a cap sleeve on one shoulder make it an astonishing and elegant variant for a wedding. Moreover, it’s also a great evening dress.

Ombre Black and White Wedding Dress

Ombre black and white wedding dress

Ombre black and white wedding dress

Ombre is still very popular. This mermaid wedding dress is almost entirely white, but the flaring part feature both white and black ruffles, located in such a way that the transition looks absolutely natural. One more zest of this dress is that it’s decorated with crystals, which will make you sparkle at your wedding ceremony.

Mermaid Wedding Dress with Black Lace

White mermaid wedding dress with black lace

White mermaid wedding dress with black lace

There are many beautiful black and white wedding dresses pictures, featuring white gowns with black lace. This mermaid dress is one of the best examples. It’s of classic strapless mermaid silhouette and is decorated with black lace applications and a black waistband with a bow, which adds charm to the gown.

Black and White Lace Wedding Dresses

Sweetheart Neckline Wedding Dress

Sweetheart neckline lace black and white wedding dress

Sweetheart neckline lace black and white wedding dress

Have you dreamt about an entirely lace wedding dress? Here is the one in black and white. Like the majority of models, this gown has a white basis. It looks so gorgeous because it’s covered with black lace from top to bottom. The white waistband helps to accentuate the waist.

V-Neck Black and White Lace Wedding Dress

V-neck black and white lace wedding dress

V-neck black and white lace wedding dress

V-necklines and cap sleeves look very elegant and stylish. This sheath gown is also based on the white one and is covered with black lace. However, it looks darker because of the dense lace pattern. It can also look cool with a red waistband and be used as red black and white wedding bridesmaid dresses.

A-line Wedding Dress with Lace Applications

Lace applications A-line wedding dress

Lace applications A-line wedding dress

Of course, this A-line wedding dress with a drop waist will suit only the girls, who have a visible difference between waist and hips. If you are the one, pay attention to this variant. The bodice is fully covered with black lace while the white skirt is decorated with black lace applications.

A-Line White and Black Wedding Dresses

Satin Wedding Dress

A-line satin wedding dress

A-line satin wedding dress

Despite of being very simple in both materials and silhouette, this satin wedding gown looks fantastic thanks to the black embroidery. Moreover, the high low hem, which is decorated with a black tulle ruffle, adds a bit of lightness to the bridal look.

Strapless Black and White A-line Wedding Dress

Black and white A-line wedding gown

Black and white A-line wedding gown

Undoubtedly, this gown is a masterpiece. It looks as if it also contains some gray elements, but, actually, it’s just black and white. The perfect combination of black and white lace applications makes this dress unforgettable to say nothing about how stylish it is.

A-Line Wedding Dress with Black Waistband

A-line wedding dress with black waistband

A-line wedding dress with black waistband

If you are a fan of minimalism, this satin gown with a black waistband is the proper variant. The beautiful draperies make the gown look more complicated and interesting. Moreover, a cute peculiarity of this gown is a piece of lace in the front of the skirt.

Black and White Ball Gown Wedding Dresses

Halter Neck Ball Gown Wedding Dress

Black and white ball gown wedding dress with halter neck

Black and white ball gown wedding dress with halter neck

Wedding dresses black and white with halter necks are rather rare. This gown is one of those incredible dresses, which seem to be perfect. The top is white, overlaid with black lace. But have a look at the skirt. The pattern of the fabric for the upper skirt can hardly be found on any other wedding dress. It’s very creative.

Strapless Corset Wedding Dress

Strapless ball gown wedding dress in black and white

Strapless ball gown wedding dress in black and white

It’s one more idea of a gown with a drop waist. The totally black sweetheart bodice is combined with a black and white skirt. The zest of this gown is in this fluffy tulle skirt, which consists of various layers and mixes tulle of white and black colors.

Ball Gown Wedding Dress with Tulle Skirt

Black and white wedding dress with tulle skirt

Black and white wedding dress with tulle skirt

Basically, if this gown was absolutely white, it will be the wedding classics. However, the beautiful combination of ivory and black turns it into something creative. Moreover, the tiered skirt looks amazing when the two colors are mixed.

Empire Waist Black and White Wedding Dresses

Strapless Empire Waist Wedding Dress

Empire waist strapless wedding gown

Empire waist strapless wedding gown

In fact, this is a good example of cheap black and white wedding dresses. It’s an evening dress with black top and flowing white skirt. If you don’t plan a luxurious wedding and seek for a simple gown, this dress is one of the most convenient variants.

Wedding Dress with Beaded Parts

Empire waist wedding dress with beading

Empire waist wedding dress with beading

This ombre wedding dress features the beaded sides. It looks both stylish and luxurious, though it’s also an evening dress. Good news is that it’s a wonderful example of plus size black and white wedding dresses as those beaded parts can make you look slimmer.

Sheath White and Black Wedding Dresses

Sheath Wedding Dress with Lace Top

Sheath wedding dress with lace top

Sheath wedding dress with lace top

In case, you are tired of luxury and just want to look elegant, the sheath silhouette is one of the best options. This model features a simple satin skirt. The lace top with a thick waistband makes the dress look more festive and feminine.

One-shoulder Sheath Wedding Gown

One-shoulder sheath wedding gown

One-shoulder sheath wedding gown

This gown is both modest and sexy. It depends on what side you look at. The sleeveless part is almost fully white and simple, while the other one has some transparent parts, a sleeve and is decorated with beautiful black lace. It’s a great model for a self-confident bride.

Red White and Black Wedding Dresses

Creative Striped Wedding Gown

Creative red white and black wedding gown

Creative red white and black wedding gown

White red and black wedding dresses are rather rare. Usually, the gowns feature only two of these colors. That’s why, some variants in such a color scheme are very creative. For instance, this striped gown with red details can’t be worn to any kind of wedding. However, it’s ideal if you have a thematic wedding.

Wedding Dress with Poppies

Wedding dress with poppies

Wedding dress with poppies

The gown with poppies is one of the most beautiful ways of mixing white, red and black. They are wonderful for informal and garden weddings. The plus is that you can get these black and white wedding dresses cheap as they are usually evening dresses and there are many variants of them by different brands.

Unique Black and White Wedding Dresses

Striped Black and White Wedding Dress

Striped black and white wedding dress

Striped black and white wedding dress

Are you a risky bride? What about wearing a striped wedding gown for your special day? Such a dress looks very bright and unforgettable. The decoration of top with macrame lace creates interesting texture. Also, the color of the waistband can be changed for red if you are fond of red black and white wedding dresses.

Flowery Black and White Wedding Dress

Flowery black and white wedding gown by Carolina Herrera

Flowery black and white wedding gown by Carolina Herrera

The flowery patterns look brilliant in black and white. So, if you seek for an unconventional wedding gown, you can look for something similar to this Carolina Herrera model. Though it’s more black than white, it is astonishing as both wedding and evening dress.

Fairy Black and White Wedding Dress

Black and white wedding dress by Marchesa

Black and white wedding dress by Marchesa

Finally, one more idea of a unique wedding gown is this model by Marchesa. At the photo, the model stands on the white background and if to look from afar, it seems that it’s a short dress, but it’s not. This dress looks as if it’s from a fairytale. It’s one of the most creative variants.

What Is the Easiest Way to Turn Your Traditional White Gown into a Black and White One?

Actually, almost every traditional white gown can be turned into a black and white one with the help of one simple accessory-a sash. By adding a black sash to a wedding gown, you will reach the desirable result in the wink of the eye. Moreover, there are many cool wedding belts for sale at affordable prices. Here are 5 coolest variants of such sashes.

Thin Rhinestone Sash

Black rhinestone sash for wedding dress

Black rhinestone sash for wedding dress

This sash is pretty universal and can be used for a dress of any type because it’s rather thin. To be exact its width is 1.5cm. Moreover, it can be used for other dresses in the future.

Black Sash with Pearls

Black sash with pearls

Black sash with pearls

The combination of a black ribbon and white pearls looks amazing and is 100% suitable for a wedding gown. The width is 2cm and it’s enough to accentuate your waistline and add that necessary wow effect to your bridal dress.

Luxurious Belt with Crystals

Luxurious bridal belt with crystals

Luxurious bridal belt with crystals

If you need to make a statement and like brighter pieces, you will fall in love with this luxurious black belt with crystals. It’s thicker in the middle (about 5cm) and that’s a great way to make an accent on the dress front.

Rose Gold Bridal Sash

Black and rose gold sash for wedding dress

Black and rose gold sash for wedding dress

If you seek for something unusual, give preference to a rose gold sash. Actually, rose gold is one of the hottest trends at the moment. So, why not add it to your bridal look?

Pearls and Rhinestones Sash

Pearls and rhinestones sash

Pearls and rhinestones sash

If you can’t decide if you like rhinestones or pearls more, we will make your life a bit easier by offering this beautiful pearls and rhinestones adornment on a black ribbon. It will look amazing at both white and ivory wedding dresses.

So, are you ready to impress your wedding guests with one of these black and white wedding dresses? We’ve tried to provide you with all the possible variants in different styles. However, there are much more astonishing wedding dresses white and black, which will help you to create the incredible bridal look for your wedding day. Moreover, don't forget to add some black and white colors to your wedding decor and other supplies. 

Lesly White
 

Hi everyone! My name is Lesly White. I am the chief editor at TheBestWeddingDresses.com Blog. I am obsessed with wedding dresses and everything related to weddings. In my posts, I like to share the ideas of wedding gowns and accessories as well as provide brides with tips on how to prepare for a wedding.

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Kaylin Wilson - June 27, 2020

How can I find this beaded black and white lace wedding dress with long sleeves to purchase?

Thank you!

Kaylin

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Amanda Varner - September 25, 2020

Where can I find the black Long-sleeved trumpet wedding dress? There is no link.

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    tbweddingdresses - September 29, 2020

    Hello Amanda, unfortunately, that dress isn’t for sale anymore. We are sorry.

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