19 Silver Wedding Ideas That Are Sure to Shine

By Emily Platt
July 27, 2011
André Teixeira

All that glitters isn't gold—it's silver!

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Silver medals may mean second place, but the color's certaintly a winner. Glamorous, sophisticated, and celebratory, silver's absolutely stellar. The color lends itself to classiness and prestige, but sparkling and glittering renditions can also be fun and flirty. What's great about silver is its versatility, mixed with its steady and surefire timelessness. Experiment with the shade and you won't be disappointed—it's a classic for a reason. But before you hop on the silver bandwagon, expand your imaginatory horizons.

Formal, vintage, modern, rustic—any wedding theme can benefit from a sprinkle of sheen. Feeling stuck on how to utilize the color? Look no further than these ideas. Silver's the perfect big-day muse, and we've got the examples to prove it. Ahead, creative and genius inspiration for infusing silver into unexpected details. From accessories to décor and everything in between, here's how to give your wedding the silver treatment.

Silver Stationery Seals

Sign off your wedding stationery with a custom silver seal. Guests will love the personal touch and the detail is stylish and stately.  

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Silver Getaway Car

Cassidy Carson Photography
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Snag a ride in a silver set of wheels and instantly upgrade your getaway. This shiny car was ultra sleek and perfect for transportation.

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Silver Bar Accessories

Spindle Photography

Serve up silver with a bar cart, like this one decked out in the color. Metallic-rimmed glassware and other accents made the setup super chic.

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Silver Tablecloths

Emily Ann Hughes
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Here, silvery tablecloths adorn tall, round tables. What an enchanting setup for a greenhouse cocktail hour!

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Silver Bridal Hairpiece

Lauren Michelle

Silver and bling go hand-in-hand, but don't settle for any accessory. This bedazzled hairpiece was absolutely show-stopping and did anything but clash with the gold-sequined dress.

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Silver Sneakers

Madeline Jane Photography
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Step out in silver with glitzy wedding-day sneaks, like these Kate Spade beauties with ribbon laces. They're perfect for the casual bride but make great flower girl gifts too.

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Silver Wedding Centerpieces

Greer Gattuso
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Love an eclectic look? Silver vessels paired surprisingly well with this rustic wooden reception table.

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Silver Outdoor Décor

M&J Photography
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Statement-making outdoor décor takes your space to a whole new level. This large candelabra is breathtaking, no? And look how well it meshes with the scenery.

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Silver Bridesmaids' Dresses

Megan Wynn Photography
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Your bridesmaids already shine from within—why not capture that sparkle on the outside? These girls blended fun and formal in shimmering gowns with pink bouquets. 

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Silver Wedding Accessories

Red October Photography
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Silver and gold is a gorgeous wedding colorscape, as these bridal accessories go to show. (This shot was styled by The Garter Girl, who also designed the garter.)

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Silver Wedding Favors

Silvana Di Franco Photography
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These succulent favors in mini buckets were seriously too cute. Use silver in your giveaways to add something special to the gifts. 

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Silver Wedding Cake

Apryl Ann Photography
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Silver icing is totally unexpected, making it the perfect reception surprise. This sweet confection featured a sheeny tier which looked great with a silver cake stand.  

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Silver Seating Cards

Jenny Moloney Photography
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Escort cards that double as sparklers? Hello, genius idea! These silver sticks were totally cool and looked even better aglow.

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Silver Wedding Dress

Janneke Storm
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A silver dress is daring but divine—just look how this bride shined! If you can't commit to forgoing wedding-white, swap in the shade for your reception. 

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Silver Tablescapes

Lauren Gabrielle Photography
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Feed your guests off of silver platters, or at the very least, silver plates. This stunning tablescape was classy and elegant with its extra-beautiful dishware.

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Silver Antiques

Kristyn Hogan
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This bride and groom sipped from an heirloom silver cup, which was engraved from generations prior. Celebrate with your own family hand-me-downs or decorate with antiques. 

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Silver Table Numbers

Bret Cole Photography
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Metal table numbers are simple but unforgettable. We're all four this pretty example! 

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Silver Wedding Shoes

Kylie Martin Photography
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Strap on some glittery platforms for a walk you'll always remember. 

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Silver Flower Girl Dresses

Belathée Photography
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This style-savvy trio wore Olivia Kate Couture and stunningly matched the bride. Talk about well-dressed flower girls!

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