Well, in some cases, you are right. Which is what some Brides say. But, if you have a colour for the day. Which most couples usually do. It brings out your colours. With a choice of Black, White or Ivory chair covers & Lots more on sashes. Imagine having a Gold Chiavari chair, and having a Baby Pink & Chocolate colour in mind??? It doesn't actually spell ou the colour of the day. Not only that, In most cases, you find out that it's cheaper to have the chairs covered than hiring our another chair (Saves time & Money).