photo by Paula McManus Photography

A gold accent is often the answer to making wedding décor shine. From bridal accessories to ceremony chairs to tableware, a hint of gold can make an elegant statement. Whether your wedding design has a vintage flair or is pure sophistication, these gold accent ideas are sure to wow your guests with a little sparkle!

Start with a little sparkle in your invitation suite

photo by Laura Sponaugle Photography, invitations by Vanessa Broomfield; view the full shoot here

photo by Shaun Menary Photography; view the full wedding here

Dress your bridesmaids in glitter and gold

photo by davina + daniel, bridesmaids dresses by Nicole Miller; view the full wedding here

photo by Giving Tree Photography; view the full wedding here

A little gold spray paint can go a long way

photo by Callaway Gable, wedding designed by Modern LA Weddings; view the full wedding here

photo by A Brit & A Blonde, wedding designed by Tropical Occasions; view the full wedding here

photo by Dan Stewart Photography; view the full wedding here

photo by F2Studio, wedding designed by Bodas de Cuento; view the full wedding here

Gold accessories are always elegant

photo by Mary Claire Photography, hair by Vivid Hair Salon; view the full wedding here

photo by Olive Photography, hair by Bridal Hair Collective; view the full wedding here

photo by Adam Alex, accessories by Tati’s Hotties; view the full wedding here

photo by Monica Mae Photography; view the full wedding here

Set the scene with a gold sequin table runner

photo by A Brit & A Blonde, wedding design by Blue Lavender Events, linens by Linen Closet; view the full wedding here

photo by Erik Clausen, wedding design by Mele Amore; view the full wedding here

Gold chairs are the height of glamour

photo by Dark Roux, wedding design by Unique Weddings in New Orleans; view the full wedding here

photo by Jacilyn M Photography, wedding design by Habitat Events; view the full wedding here

photo by Peyton Rainey Photography, rentals by Borrowed Charm; view the full shoot here

Say “yes” to a gold dress

photo by Kellsworth Photography, dress by Rent the Runway; view the full shoot here

photo by A Brit & A Blonde, dress by Jenny Packham; view the full wedding here

photo by The Shalom Imaginative, dress by Sarah Seven; view the full wedding here

Display your signage in a gold frame

photo by Erica Rose Photography, wedding design by Blomma Designs; view the full wedding here

photo by Erica Rose Photography, wedding design by Blomma Designs; view the full wedding here

photo by Megan Robinson Photography, event design by Scenemakers; view the full shoot here

photo by Adam Alex, wedding design by Parasols and Peonie Events; view the full wedding here

Forget silverware; we’re all about goldware!

photo by Caitlin B Photography, wedding design by Two Be Wed; view the full shoot here

photo by Paula McManus Photography, event design by Betty Williamson; view the full shoot here

photo by Jessica Pledger Photography, event design by Stephanie Lynn Wedding & Event Design; view the full shoot here

photo by Jacilyn M Photography, wedding design by Habitat Events; view the full wedding here

Cake is so much sweeter when painted with gold

photo by Sarah Culver Photography, cake by Room 11; view the full wedding here

photo by Paula McManus Photography, cake by Cake Couture NI; view the full shoot here

Gold lettering is the perfect finishing touch

photo by Cotton and Clover Photography; view the full shoot here

photo by Anna Kim Photography, wedding design by Opihi Love; view the full wedding here

photo by Whitney Lane Photography, wedding design by Vintage Origami; view the full wedding here

Love the idea of a touch of gold, but haven’t decided on your wedding colors yet? Check out our spring wedding color palette ideas for more inspiration!