You have the dress, the flowers, the venue, the playlist: What about the cake? Looking through Pinterest can be fun but perhaps time consuming and maybe even a bit overwhelming if you aren’t sure what to look for. Luckily, we are here to provide you some help in figuring out your dream cake! Look no further to gain inspiration for the perfect wedding cake to suit your bridal preference.
Classic Wedding:
The very traditional wedding cake is white with 3 tiers, and embossed with ornate and classic details (like the photo above). Traditional flavors include white cake with layers of filling in between. This classic cake also typically includes a simple buttercream frosting. This style is also the perfect platform for the cake topper of your choice or even the addition of old world charms (placed in slices of cake).
Extravagant Wedding:
If your philosophy is bigger is always better, you need a cake to suit your needs. Forget the 3 – 4 tier cakes and go even higher with 8 – 9 layered cakes, complete with hand painted details and flowers. For flavor, consider something more full-bodied and substantial than the traditional vanilla, like German chocolate or dark chocolate paired with caramel, richly colored red velvet, hazelnut and mocha, or chocolate ganache to suit the elaborate style of your sumptuous wedding.
Destination/Beach Wedding:
If you are having a beach or destination wedding, simplicity with a touch of exotic flowers is your friend. Keep the size to the standard 3-4 layers and remember that more fruity flavors of cake may suit your wedding style. Consider flavors like key lime, guava, lemon, or pineapple to go along with your vacation-esque wedding.
Quirky Wedding:
The trend of sprinkled cakes for weddings became popular in 2016, but we think the playful quality of this cake style is here to stay. Perfect for brides who want their weddings to be a fun and playful affair, Funfetti flavored cakes are offer a chance to participate in childhood nostalgia. Wanting the look of sprinkles but don’t love the flavor of Funfetti? Opt for a unique flavor like lavender or honey or a rose flavored buttercream on the inside.
Rustic Wedding:
If you are looking for something a bit warmer and more homey for your rustic fall wedding, consider a caramel drip cake and barely naked layers complete with simple decor. Flavor wise, keep it simple yet fresh with spiced apple layers and caramel buttercream or pumpkin flavor sponges with maple syrup buttercream layered in between.
Bohemian Wedding:
When you think of bohemian weddings, you probably also think of plants and naked wedding cakes. Keep the layers to a minimum and the decor natural and simple; naked cakes are perfect for this look and allow for the flavors of your sponge layers to shine. For flavors, keep it simple and natural, like lavender and honey, lemon and blueberry with cream cheese frosting, lemon and basil, or strawberry and thyme.
Feminine & Whimsical Wedding:
For the feminine bride who loves tulle and lace, a two toned cake covered in delicate sugar flowers is perfect for her dream day. Few layers with delicate details and a smooth finish can be balanced with flavors like strawberry shortcake, pink champagne and raspberry, pink velvet, or lemon and strawberry.
Trendy Wedding:
A hot trend for wedding cakes in all season of 2019 are hand painted layers. It helps make your cake look like a work of art and can be changed to fit whatever style of wedding you are planning. Keep other parts of the decor imple so the painting itself takes center stage. For flavors, consider both traditional and unique, whatever suits your palette. A simple chocolate can transform into a rich Black Forest cake or a fewsh lemon can become an orance cream dream.
We hope now you can narrow down what you want for your dream wedding cake. What flavors are your favorite?
