{"id":180704,"date":"2022-12-20T15:00:04","date_gmt":"2022-12-20T15:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/whimsicalwonderlandweddings.com\/?p=180704"},"modified":"2025-04-17T09:54:23","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T08:54:23","slug":"naked-cakes-wedding-ideas-inspiration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedissimo.com\/blog\/naked-cakes-wedding-ideas-inspiration\/","title":{"rendered":"26 Truly Scrumptious Naked Wedding Cake Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"

The naked wedding cake<\/strong> is a wedding trend which doesn’t seem to be disappearing any time soon.<\/p>\n

What’s not to love about the fluffy sponge, lashings of buttercream and fresh berries? They look and taste delicious, a winning combo all around. Anything goes, the rustic homemade look is super charming and can be created on the tightest of budgets.<\/p>\n

So without further ado, let’s discover all the naked wedding cake ideas<\/strong> you’ll ever need.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Annie Bradney Photography via Made With Love Lola Wedding Dress<\/a><\/p>\n

Truly Scrumptious<\/em> Naked Wedding Cake Ideas<\/h2>\n

I am here to give you ideas to create your own bespoke and extremely very gorgeous naked wedding cake<\/strong> today. Prepare to feel very hungry indeed. Yum! Ready? Let’s dive in.<\/p>\n

1. Glitter Drips<\/h3>\n

Add sparkling icing drips for an extra special touch to your wedding cake idea<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Jarek Lepak<\/a> via Burgundy Barn Wedding<\/a> Cake: Danielle Jones<\/a><\/p>\n

2. Rustic Floral<\/h3>\n

Layer your cake with a variety of fruits, creams, flavours and flowers. Plus think about decorating options such as fun toppers or quirky stands.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Lauren May Photos<\/a> via Yew Tree Farm Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

3. Fun Sign<\/h3>\n

Add a fun and informational cake wedding sign<\/a> to instruct your guests and give them a giggle.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Photography34<\/a> via Rustic Relaxed Farm Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

4. Bare Sponge<\/h3>\n

Let’s go back to basics and very classic. Bare sponge, and plenty of it in extraordinary towers, which quite frankly defy gravity.<\/p>\n

Sandwiched with buttercream, seasonal fruits and jam. Scrumptious.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Matilda Delves<\/a> via Cute & Crafty Budget Polka Dot Village Hall Wedding<\/p>\n

5. Naked Fruit Cake<\/h3>\n

Want a traditional fruit vintage cake<\/a>? No sweat, you can make it into a naked cake and it looks stunning!<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Karen Flower Photography via Woodland Autumnal Boho Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Blueberry Hill Cakes<\/p>\n

6. Layer Cake<\/h3>\n

Naked wedding cakes<\/strong> suit many a wedding style, whether you are opting for a budget-friendly DIY wedding or a luxe timeless affair. Plus it’s sure to go down a storm with hungry guests.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Jo Hastings Photography<\/a> via Pretty Natural & Floral Summer Barn Wedding<\/a> Cake: Butter Cream and Dreams<\/p>\n

7. Colourful<\/h3>\n

Naked cakes can be colourful, simply pile on flowers and berries.<\/p>\n

\"Colourful Photo: Jessica Grace Photography via Pretty & Fresh White Summer Informal Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

8. Flower Tiers<\/h3>\n

Ask your wedding florist to add pretty blooms to make your naked cake sing.<\/p>\n

\"Floral Photo: Jessy Jones Photography<\/a><\/span><\/span> via Lincolnshire Tipi Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

9. Opulent Naked Cake<\/h3>\n

Naked cakes can be polished and high-end such as this opulent and tall design.<\/p>\n

\"Flower Photo: Robert Leons Photography<\/a> via Langar Hall Wedding<\/a> Cake: Couture Cakes<\/a><\/p>\n

10. Icing Sugar<\/h3>\n

A dusting of icing sugar finishes a naked cake perfectly and can hide imperfections too.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Struth Photography<\/a> via Pink Winter Wonderland Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

11. Mismatched Tiers<\/h3>\n

Sandwich together mismatched tiers and plates for a wonderfully eclectic cake style.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Kate Jackson Photography<\/a> via London Wedding Tropical Florals<\/a><\/p>\n

12. Unique Stand<\/h3>\n

Personalise your rustic wedding cake<\/a> creation with a statement wedding cake stand<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Jon Turtle via DIY Wedding in a Dome Marquee<\/p>\n

13. Delicate & Pretty<\/h3>\n

How pretty is this light-as-air sponge teamed with cake flowers<\/a> and fruit?<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Ilaria Petrucci<\/a> via Indie Folk Hand Made Outdoor Woodland Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

14. Semi-Naked Cake<\/h3>\n

Semi-naked wedding cakes have grown in popularity. They add a touch of elegance to bare sponges.<\/p>\n

\"Semi Photo: Leentje loves Light<\/a> via Birds of Prey Wedding Ideas Cake: Sugarlips Cakes<\/a><\/p>\n

15. Unique Flavours<\/h3>\n

Don’t be afraid to shy away from the traditional Victoria sponge flavour, think about quirky wedding cake alternatives<\/a> such as chocolate.<\/p>\n

\"Chocolate Photo: Lush Imaging<\/a> via Quirky Colourful Relaxed Fun Barn Wedding<\/a> Cake: The Taylor Made Cake Company<\/p>\n

16. Chocolate & Cherry<\/h3>\n

Or, how about an indulgent pudding flavour like chocolate and cherry?<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Jen Marino via Beautiful & Relaxed Summer Blush Lavender & Hessian Wedding Cake: All Cakes and Sizes<\/p>\n

17. Floral Fabulous<\/h3>\n

Decorate your naked cake with oodles of blooms, petals, moss and herbs for full-on pretty. This is your chance to stamp your personality and wedding theme firmly in place, so really let loose.<\/p>\n

You can never have too many flowers now, can you? Be bold or go home.<\/p>\n

\"Semi Photo: Matt and Esther<\/a> via Heartfelt Wild Flowers Outdoorsy DIY Wedding<\/a> Cake: Millies Kitchens<\/a><\/p>\n

18. Wooden Crate Stand<\/h3>\n

Pop your rustic cake onto a wooden crate stand, you could even personalise it.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Modern Vintage Weddings<\/a> via Quirky Cool Street Party & Spring Flower Filled London Wedding<\/a> Cake: Katy Made Cakes<\/p>\n

19. Edible Flowers<\/h3>\n

Adorn your cake with edible flowers, they almost look too good to eat!<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Cotton Candy Photography<\/a> via Home Made Countryside Spring Wedding with a Sequin Dress<\/a><\/p>\n

20. Autumn Naked Cake<\/h3>\n

Use autumnal colours, flavours and fruits to create an autumn wedding cake<\/a> of dreams.<\/p>\n

\"Semi Photo: Belle Art Photography<\/a> via Northside Farm Wedding<\/a> Cake: Jill Agnew<\/p>\n

21. Simple Naked Cake<\/h3>\n

Sometimes simplicity is key and this naked cake demonstrates that perfectly.<\/p>\n

\"Simple Photo: Grace Pham Photography<\/a> via 10-11 Carlton House Terrace Wedding<\/a> Cake: Waitrose <\/a><\/p>\n

22. Cookie Naked Cake<\/h3>\n

If a sponge isn’t your thing, how about a cookie naked cake stack?<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Tasmin May Photography<\/a> via Crown Lodge Wedding<\/a> Cake: @chefdave_82 <\/a><\/p>\n

23. Cake For Dessert<\/h3>\n

You could also make your sponge the centrepiece to an array of desserts to spoil your nearest and dearest and ensure everyone has their favourite treat in store after dinner. Or make your cake dessert to cut costs! Take inspiration from this 2-tier wedding cake<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Photo: Sugarbird Photography<\/a> via Cherry Blossom Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Where The Ribbon Ends<\/a><\/p>\n

24. Wooden Barrel Table<\/h3>\n

Think about a wedding cake table alternative idea for a visual delight.<\/p>\n

25. Single Tier Nake Cake<\/h3>\n

You don’t have to have multiple tiers to your cake. A single tier with an epic flower topper may be just the ticket.<\/p>\n

\"Single Photo: Francesca Hill Photography<\/a> via Country Marquee Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

26. Gold Leaf Naked Cake<\/h3>\n

Add a touch of glam with a gold wedding cake<\/a> design.<\/p>\n

\"Semi Photo: Emma Stoner Weddings<\/a> via Holsome Park Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

Should<\/em> I Have A Naked Wedding Cake?<\/h2>\n

A naked cake is a great idea for a wedding<\/strong>. Not only does it look so tempting and delicious to guests, but it also has a rustic boho vibe that may just suit your wedding theme<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Naked wedding cakes are also one of the least expensive cake designs when looking at the average cost of wedding cakes<\/a>. That’s due to the simplicity of their design and time to make, so if you are having a budget wedding, it may be ideal.<\/p>\n

\"Naked Image Anna Hardy<\/a> via Classic Elegant Pink Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

How To Plan<\/em> A Naked Wedding Cake?<\/h2>\n

There are a few aspects to consider in planning your naked wedding cake. First things first, decide how many portions<\/strong> you need to feed all your guests. Before deciding on your design and cake decoration<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Then you will need to decide if you are baking yourself, asking a loved one or hiring a pro wedding cake designer. Once you choose you can put together a plan on timings on sourcing your recipe or cake designer and arrange the best bit… cake tasting<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

Be sure to think of dietary requirements, with options for a gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free or vegan tier. Or specially selected fruits and flavours to please all your wedding guests.<\/p>\n

Can I Make<\/em> A DIY Naked Wedding Cake?<\/h2>\n

You can absolutely make your own DIY naked wedding cake<\/strong>. Lots of couples ask a talented baker who is a loved one to assist. Some couples even make their own and you could always make it in advance and freeze your sponge.<\/p>\n

You will need to think about the cost of ingredients, finding a naked wedding cake tutorial<\/a> and someone to help assemble your cake on the day.<\/p>\n

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So there you have it, all the seriously beautiful wedding naked cake ideas<\/strong> you'll ever need. Plus answers to your naked cake FAQs are solved. Yes!<\/p>\n

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