Black wedding cake for modern Gothic wedding

Black Wedding Cake & Decor

Photography by Darren Lovell Photography

Think modern gothic Addams family wedding and you have Laurel & Tom's incredible wedding day! The couple had fun and alternative styling for their gothic day with a black colour palette. From that breathtaking black wedding cake, black bridesmaid dresses, and black coffin signage, too! Laurel & Tom wanted to encapsulate their style and wow their guests...they were wowed and so are we! Recommended supplier, Nya Rue Events, was behind all the amazing ideas behind this unique day! And Recommended supplier, Darren Lovell Photography, was responsible for capturing all the incredible gothic vibes.

Black wedding cake for a modern Gothic wedding

I started Nya Rue Events, to help other alternative couples or couples who don't want to follow the norm. Rock My Wedding is the perfect advocate for that!

Laurel

Black wedding drapery with red rose bush wedding flowers decorating the wedding altar at Parley Manor wedding

Black French tip nails with flame heart nail art design holding bridal bouquet for gothic wedding

Father of the bride in three piece checkered suit with the bride in off the shoulder lace wedding dress with glasses holding dark red bouquet

Parley Manor marquee wedding with black aisle carpet with red rose bushes and red rose petals, crystal candle decor, and black wedding drapes

Father of the bride in navy blue suit with orange checkered pattern sees the bride for the first time in a off the shoulder wedding dress with embellishments

Bride in off the shoulder lace wedding dress with puff sleeves waits behind the groom who wears a burgundy velvet tuxedo holding the bouquet

The bride and groom laugh together at the altar for their modern gothic wedding with black accents and burgundy details

Cream roses, thistle, and autumn leaves make up the autumnal gothic bridal bouquet

Classic and simple black and white wedding stationery including the menus, invitations, and RSVP for gothic wedding

Parley Manor wedding venue in Dorset in the South West of England

Wedding bouquet with roses, thistle, autumn leaves and more foliage for autumnal gothic wedding with a black wedding cake

Black wedding hair bow accessory with diamond skull crest centre worn by bride in half up half down hairstyle in off the shoulder wedding dress

Groomsmen in black tuxedos with the groom in a burgundy velvet tuxedo next to their black van wedding transport decorated with white ribbon

Father of the bride in a navy and orange checkered suit with the bride in an off the shoulder lace wedding dress and the bridesmaids in black satin dresses with heart shaped bouquets

Red rose petals border the black carpet for the aisle with crystal candle displays for modern gothic romantic wedding

Confetti exit for the bride and groom as they walk back down the aisle as husband and wife

Two flower girls in black and red heart patterned dresses for the gothic wedding

Black glitter pointed wedding shoes with ribbon to tie the shoe and black and white wedding stationery on a metal gate

Black and gold coffin wedding welcome sign at the entrance to Parley Manor wedding venue

Bride in off the shoulder beaded floral wedding dress with sheer puff sleeves

Black Wedding Cake

As an alternative bride, Laurel found it hard to get suppliers that were happy to create her fabulous style. It took the couple a lot of time and research but they were determined not to fall into doing what is traditional or considered normal for a wedding. Instead, they went their own route with a modern Gothic style wedding. The bridal party wore black bridesmaid dresses, the groom wore a velvet tuxedo, obviously we have to mention that gorgeous black wedding cake, the game of beer pong AND the black coffin signage! Obsessed is an understatement. In fact, we're so inspired we might repaint the office. Black is just so chic.

Modern Gothic Wedding

Tom arrived at the wedding in his van, and their two gorgeous little girls wore black and red heart flower girl dresses. So cute! For the ceremony, Laurel & Tom had a string quartet. Laurel walked down the aisle to the string quartet expertly playing 'Can I Have This Dance?' from High School Musical. They also played the Harry Potter theme tune for the signing of the register. Laurel & Tom are all about movies and TV shows. The couple also named their tables after some of their favourite TV shows like Making A Murderer, Only Muders In The Building, and so many more to match their moody, gothic vibe.

Marquee wedding with neon sign and a glitter wall with foliage and black accents and wedding decor including black taper candles, napkins, and place names

Groom in burgundy velvet suit with black tie standing with bride in embellished wedding dress with black bow hair accessory

Marquee wedding at Parley Manor with black wedding cake and decor including fairy lighting and chandelier as well as a neon sign on a glitter wall

Bride in black Converses for the wedding day with her dress muddy from being outside

Beaded charger plates with black napkins, black place names, and black taper candles, gold cutlery, gold rimmed glasses, and table name sign need after TV show

The wedding guests all take a shot together at the wedding marquee reception with fairy lighting

The bride in an off the shoulder embellished lace wedding dress runs toward Parley Manor country house wedding venue in Dorset

The bride wears an off the shoulder sheer puff sleeve wedding dress and big black hair bow accessory with the groom in a burgundy suit

Black shiny beer pong table for the wedding games and entertainment at a gothic wedding in Dorset

Bridesmaids in black bridesmaid dresses with heart shaped bouquets with the bride in a beaded wedding dress

Groom in a burgundy suit with the bride in an off the shoulder floral beaded dress, glasses, and large black hair bow with skull crest

Black wedding cake with three tiers and drip icing effect decorated with dark red and white rose flowers with pampas grass and black cake topper

Black and gold coffin wedding table plan and seating chart for the modern gothic wedding

Groomsmen in black tuxedos with the groom in a burgundy suit for funny groom party shot

Black taper candles in gold candleholders with TV show table name sign

Beaded clear charger plates with black napkins, gold cutlery and black unique rock on hand sign wedding place names

The bride in a beaded floral wedding dress plays beer pong on black shiny table

Black wedding cake with drip icing red and white rose for gothic wedding at Parley Manor

'Till death do us part...now THAT is a wedding theme!

Always do what you want, don't conform and be unhappy. It is your wedding day, no one else's! Also, don't invite anyone that you wouldn't offer to pay for their dinner.

Laurel & Tom

Laurel & Tom's black wedding cake looks too good to eat. If you're looking for some more magical cake inspiration, take a look at our iced wedding cakes. Opting for a marquee wedding gives you a real blank canvas space, so you can decorate it however you like and really show off your personal couple style. Laurel & Tom did it best with neon signage!