Wedding Cake Ideas

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Deciding what flavor wedding cake to serve at your reception can be one of the most challenging parts of planning your post-ceremony meal. You're looking for something that shows off your personality as a couple (whether that means classic, contemporary, or somewhere in between), complements the rest of your menu, and, most importantly, tastes delicious. To help make it easier, we asked four cake bakers from around the country to share the most popular flavors their couples request. Wedding Cakes, Cake, Wedding Cake Flavors, Wedding Cake Vanilla, Chocolate Wedding Cake, Wedding Cake Inspiration, Cake Show, Cake Flavors, Cool Wedding Cakes
The 7 Best Wedding Cake Flavors, According to Professional Bakers
Deciding what flavor wedding cake to serve at your reception can be one of the most challenging parts of planning your post-ceremony meal. You're looking for something that shows off your personality as a couple (whether that means classic, contemporary, or somewhere in between), complements the rest of your menu, and, most importantly, tastes delicious. To help make it easier, we asked four cake bakers from around the country to share the most popular flavors their couples request.
Whether you're getting married outdoors in the spring or summer, at a barn during the fall, or up in the mountains this winter, complement the vibe of your celebration by adding a rustic touch to your wedding cake. Instagram, Wedding Cakes Lillies, Square Wedding Cakes, Wedding Cake Roses, Wedding Cake Birds, Textured Wedding Cakes, Simple Wedding Cake
30 Rustic Wedding Cakes We're Loving
Whether you're getting married outdoors in the spring or summer, at a barn during the fall, or up in the mountains this winter, complement the vibe of your celebration by adding a rustic touch to your wedding cake.
Summer's sweetest fruit looks ripe for the eating scattered across thick layers of buttercream. To sugarcoat these delights, paint each with a light layer of egg white, dust with granulated sugar while still wet, and let dry. Hand out pieces of cake (vanilla with cherry-jam filling) alongside refreshing Champagne. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Diy Wedding Cake, Desserts, Dessert, Fondant, Rustic Cake, Cake Decorating, Small Cake, Wedding Cake Diy Decorating
9 Unique Wedding-Worthy Cake-Decorating Ideas
Summer's sweetest fruit looks ripe for the eating scattered across thick layers of buttercream. To sugarcoat these delights, paint each with a light layer of egg white, dust with granulated sugar while still wet, and let dry. Hand out pieces of cake (vanilla with cherry-jam filling) alongside refreshing Champagne. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Order mini buttercream cakes—one for every two guests. Then, create the geometric patterns by sifting colored sugar (try Wilton bright shimmer dust) mixed with confectioners' sugar over each. Delight guests with a different flavor for every design. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Ideas, Design, Wedding Cake Decorations
9 Unique Wedding-Worthy Cake-Decorating Ideas
Order mini buttercream cakes—one for every two guests. Then, create the geometric patterns by sifting colored sugar (try Wilton bright shimmer dust) mixed with confectioners' sugar over each. Delight guests with a different flavor for every design. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Swags, laurel wreaths, rosettes, and feathers—fashioned out of silver metallic paper—are pinned to fondant-covered tiers. Purchase the decorations from artist Denise Sharp at Studio d. Sharp, or try DIY them. For the cake, try chocolate, vanilla, or a mixture of both. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Unique Weddings, Wedding Inspiration, Inspiration, Craft Wedding, Wedding
9 Unique Wedding-Worthy Cake-Decorating Ideas
Swags, laurel wreaths, rosettes, and feathers—fashioned out of silver metallic paper—are pinned to fondant-covered tiers. Purchase the decorations from artist Denise Sharp at Studio d. Sharp, or try DIY them. For the cake, try chocolate, vanilla, or a mixture of both. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
There's a secret to this blossom-draped dessert: The big-impact blooms are made of tissue paper (by Livia Cetti). And while this cake is high on style, it's low on effort. Just insert the wire stem of each lifelike bud into the cake. We suggest a cake with coconut with passion fruit filling. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Wedding Cake Toppers, Cupcakes, Floral Wedding Cake
9 Unique Wedding-Worthy Cake-Decorating Ideas
There's a secret to this blossom-draped dessert: The big-impact blooms are made of tissue paper (by Livia Cetti). And while this cake is high on style, it's low on effort. Just insert the wire stem of each lifelike bud into the cake. We suggest a cake with coconut with passion fruit filling. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Summer's sweetest fruit looks ripe for the eating scattered across thick layers of buttercream. To sugarcoat these delights, paint each with a light layer of egg white, dust with granulated sugar while still wet, and let dry. Hand out pieces of cake (vanilla with cherry-jam filling) alongside refreshing Champagne. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
9 Unique Wedding-Worthy Cake-Decorating Ideas
Summer's sweetest fruit looks ripe for the eating scattered across thick layers of buttercream. To sugarcoat these delights, paint each with a light layer of egg white, dust with granulated sugar while still wet, and let dry. Hand out pieces of cake (vanilla with cherry-jam filling) alongside refreshing Champagne. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
These sophisticated cakes are strung with store-bought Hawaiian garlands. Order several floral varieties—keep them monochromatic—and attach them with pins to small cakes. Carry the floral notes by infusing vanilla cake with rose water or chocolate with orange-blossom water. Remove the leis before serving. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Floral, Pastel
9 Unique Wedding-Worthy Cake-Decorating Ideas
These sophisticated cakes are strung with store-bought Hawaiian garlands. Order several floral varieties—keep them monochromatic—and attach them with pins to small cakes. Carry the floral notes by infusing vanilla cake with rose water or chocolate with orange-blossom water. Remove the leis before serving. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Pulling off this wrapped style is almost as easy as tying your shoe: Wind ribbon (here, we used Swiss-dot and taffeta satin ribbons from Mokuba NY) around fondant-covered tiers and secure with pearl-head pins. Crown the whole thing with a bow, and use coordinating fabric as a tablecloth. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Yellow Wedding, Casamento
9 Unique Wedding-Worthy Cake-Decorating Ideas
Pulling off this wrapped style is almost as easy as tying your shoe: Wind ribbon (here, we used Swiss-dot and taffeta satin ribbons from Mokuba NY) around fondant-covered tiers and secure with pearl-head pins. Crown the whole thing with a bow, and use coordinating fabric as a tablecloth. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
A towering cake isn't the only way to add drama to dessert. A single glittering tier can also capture the spotlight. This chocolate-and-caramel treat is iced in glossy fondant and topped with a smattering of edible luster dust, then wrapped with a copper mesh ribbon. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Wedding Cake Designs
9 Unique Wedding-Worthy Cake-Decorating Ideas
A towering cake isn't the only way to add drama to dessert. A single glittering tier can also capture the spotlight. This chocolate-and-caramel treat is iced in glossy fondant and topped with a smattering of edible luster dust, then wrapped with a copper mesh ribbon. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
All it takes to chase the rainbow is a buttercream-frosted confection with four layers, and eight shades of milk chocolate lentils. Refrigerate the cake to firm up the icing, then add candy. Fill in the upper portion with a lighter hue, and move up. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Cake Designs, Vintage, Hochzeit
9 Unique Wedding-Worthy Cake-Decorating Ideas
All it takes to chase the rainbow is a buttercream-frosted confection with four layers, and eight shades of milk chocolate lentils. Refrigerate the cake to firm up the icing, then add candy. Fill in the upper portion with a lighter hue, and move up. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
These are some of the best and most unique ways you can transform a cake from basic to beautiful with candy, ribbon, and flowers. Get inspired by these wedding cake decoration ideas to upgrade your wedding reception or bridal shower. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
9 Unique Wedding-Worthy Cake-Decorating Ideas
These are some of the best and most unique ways you can transform a cake from basic to beautiful with candy, ribbon, and flowers. Get inspired by these wedding cake decoration ideas to upgrade your wedding reception or bridal shower. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Adorn a basic dessert, like this Swiss meringue buttercream-topped cake by Jeffrey Selden of Marcia Selden Catering with edible blooms, like spider mums, pea shoots, and snapdragons. Sprinkle them on a group of smaller cakes to upgrade a multicake display, which can be more budget-friendly. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Punch, Cake Decorating Tips, Fresh Flower Cake, Flower Cake
9 Unique Wedding-Worthy Cake-Decorating Ideas
Adorn a basic dessert, like this Swiss meringue buttercream-topped cake by Jeffrey Selden of Marcia Selden Catering with edible blooms, like spider mums, pea shoots, and snapdragons. Sprinkle them on a group of smaller cakes to upgrade a multicake display, which can be more budget-friendly. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Bows play prettily with other wedding cake decorations, like flowers and toppers. This Glass Slipper Gourmet confection, which featured metallic-topped tiers, a dotted texture, and a fresh floral arrangement, wasn't overwhelmed by the addition of a champagne-colored bow at its base. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Beautiful Wedding Cakes, Cake Design, Beautiful Weddings
20 Beautiful Wedding Cakes Decorated with Bows
Bows play prettily with other wedding cake decorations, like flowers and toppers. This Glass Slipper Gourmet confection, which featured metallic-topped tiers, a dotted texture, and a fresh floral arrangement, wasn't overwhelmed by the addition of a champagne-colored bow at its base. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Of course, not all cake bows feature ribbon. Vanilla Bake Shop used fondant to achieve this classic shape. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist White Wedding Cakes, Purple Wedding Cakes, Bow Wedding Cakes, Bow Cakes, Pink Wedding Cake, Fondant Wedding Cakes
20 Beautiful Wedding Cakes Decorated with Bows
Of course, not all cake bows feature ribbon. Vanilla Bake Shop used fondant to achieve this classic shape. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Fondant bows that look like ribbons? Sign us up. I Do! Wedding Cakes created this lifelike accent, which matched the moody purple stripes throughout the rest of the layers. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Boda, New Cake
20 Beautiful Wedding Cakes Decorated with Bows
Fondant bows that look like ribbons? Sign us up. I Do! Wedding Cakes created this lifelike accent, which matched the moody purple stripes throughout the rest of the layers. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Bolster smaller, more narrow bows by doubling up on the ribbon. Gift Cakes added sprigs of sleeves and berries to bolster the middle of this petite two-tier #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Tiered Cakes, Ribbon Cake
20 Beautiful Wedding Cakes Decorated with Bows
Bolster smaller, more narrow bows by doubling up on the ribbon. Gift Cakes added sprigs of sleeves and berries to bolster the middle of this petite two-tier #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Take inspiration from this A Bake Shop treat and match your wedding cake's hue to that of its bow accent. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Elegant Cakes, Modern Wedding Cake, Wedding Cake Options
20 Beautiful Wedding Cakes Decorated with Bows
Take inspiration from this A Bake Shop treat and match your wedding cake's hue to that of its bow accent. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
A bow doesn't have to be the focal point of your wedding cake. The small pink ribbon—which was placed under rose gold foil, dramatic sugar flowers, and a monogram—on this Fancie Buns confection proves it. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Rose Gold
20 Beautiful Wedding Cakes Decorated with Bows
A bow doesn't have to be the focal point of your wedding cake. The small pink ribbon—which was placed under rose gold foil, dramatic sugar flowers, and a monogram—on this Fancie Buns confection proves it. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
If fully-looped bows feel too classic and sweet, opt for trailing, knotted ribbons, instead. When paired with a trio of verdant leaves, a layered dove gray and cream linen streamer brought contemporary vibes to a Bird Bakery dessert. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Simple Weddings, Wedding Cake Photos, Wedding Cakes Elegant
20 Beautiful Wedding Cakes Decorated with Bows
If fully-looped bows feel too classic and sweet, opt for trailing, knotted ribbons, instead. When paired with a trio of verdant leaves, a layered dove gray and cream linen streamer brought contemporary vibes to a Bird Bakery dessert. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
We share the real-life wedding cakes with bows that stunned at weddings. From fondant ribbons to silk ribbons, all of which added charm and romance to any wedding cake style from contemporary to bohemian. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
20 Beautiful Wedding Cakes Decorated with Bows
We share the real-life wedding cakes with bows that stunned at weddings. From fondant ribbons to silk ribbons, all of which added charm and romance to any wedding cake style from contemporary to bohemian. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
A traditional white wedding cake becomes of-the-moment with a single tier covered in gold sparkles. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Wedding Cakes With Flowers, White Wedding Cake, Classic Wedding Cake, Wedding Desserts, Wedding Dessert Table
Metallic Wedding Cakes That Make a Shimmering Statement
A traditional white wedding cake becomes of-the-moment with a single tier covered in gold sparkles. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Navy details get a boost of brightness from gold bands circling each tier and the couple's monogram. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist China, Copper Wedding Cake, Metallic Wedding Cakes, Gorgeous Wedding Cake
Metallic Wedding Cakes That Make a Shimmering Statement
Navy details get a boost of brightness from gold bands circling each tier and the couple's monogram. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
The shining star at this holiday wedding (besides the bride!) was this spectacular tower of gold-fondant tiers. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Mousse, Gold Cake, Amazing Wedding Cakes, Golden Cake
Metallic Wedding Cakes That Make a Shimmering Statement
The shining star at this holiday wedding (besides the bride!) was this spectacular tower of gold-fondant tiers. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Steely gray fondant is brushed with silver detail to create this stunning cake, accented with fresh flowers. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Metallic Cake, Gold Fondant
Metallic Wedding Cakes That Make a Shimmering Statement
Steely gray fondant is brushed with silver detail to create this stunning cake, accented with fresh flowers. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
When a gold cake is decorated with flowers and a pair of antlers, it becomes a gilt-y pleasure. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Metallic Wedding Cakes That Make a Shimmering Statement
When a gold cake is decorated with flowers and a pair of antlers, it becomes a gilt-y pleasure. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
Add dimension to an all-white cake with gold geometric shapes. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Wedding Cupcakes
Metallic Wedding Cakes That Make a Shimmering Statement
Add dimension to an all-white cake with gold geometric shapes. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
These mini cakes are worth their weight in gold (fondant or buttercream) when presented as favors or at each place setting. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Bodas
Metallic Wedding Cakes That Make a Shimmering Statement
These mini cakes are worth their weight in gold (fondant or buttercream) when presented as favors or at each place setting. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
This romantic cake has cascading flowers and subtle touches of gold and pink. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Elegant Wedding Cakes, Petite Wedding Cakes
Metallic Wedding Cakes That Make a Shimmering Statement
This romantic cake has cascading flowers and subtle touches of gold and pink. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist
How to incorporate two vastly different trends into one wedding cake? Line the geode design with gold metallic foil. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist Mariage, Winter Wedding Cake
Metallic Wedding Cakes That Make a Shimmering Statement
How to incorporate two vastly different trends into one wedding cake? Line the geode design with gold metallic foil. #weddingideas #wedding #marthstewartwedding #weddingplanning #weddingchecklist