{"id":333030,"date":"2023-01-05T18:56:45","date_gmt":"2023-01-05T18:56:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whimsicalwonderlandweddings.com\/?p=333030"},"modified":"2024-11-08T14:31:56","modified_gmt":"2024-11-08T14:31:56","slug":"rustic-wedding-cakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedissimo.com\/blog\/rustic-wedding-cakes\/","title":{"rendered":"45 Show-Stopper Rustic Wedding Cakes Almost Too Good To Eat"},"content":{"rendered":"

Who doesn’t love cake? So it’s only natural you are wanting to have a spectacular cake design at your wedding.<\/p>\n

Rustic wedding cakes<\/strong> are so on trend and it’s easy to see why. In this article, I’ll be looking at what exactly<\/em> makes a cake rustic, as well as all the show-stopping rustic wedding cake ideas<\/strong> you’ll ever need. Yes!<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Shutter Go Click Photography<\/a> via Berts Barrow Wedding<\/a> Cake: Beth\u2019s Kitchen<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Natural & Beautiful<\/em> Rustic Wedding Cake Ideas<\/h2>\n

Shall we dive into all the cake inspiration? Ohh, go on then.<\/p>\n

1. Single Tier Beauty<\/h3>\n

Rustic cakes don’t have to be towering to be beautiful. A single-tier cake can look so very beautiful too.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Victoria Whiting Photography<\/a> via La Mon Hotel Spa Wedding<\/a> Cake: Cakes By Pheebs <\/a><\/p>\n

2. Gold Sponge<\/h3>\n

Add a touch of shine with a gold wedding cake<\/a> design teamed with rustic buttercream.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Paul Fuller Kent Photography<\/a> via Ferry House Inn Wedding<\/a> Cake: blossomandwilduk<\/a><\/p>\n

3. Statement Flowers<\/h3>\n

Add pretty to a rustic bake with statement pretty blooms.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Marianne Chua<\/a> via Tanner Warehouse Wedding<\/a> Cake: Isobel Bakes<\/p>\n

4. Boho Beautiful<\/h3>\n

Bring a touch of boho to your wedding cake idea<\/a> with dried flowers, cotton and gold leaf.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Finn and the Fox Photography<\/a> via Wilderness Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Claire\u2019s Sweet Temptations<\/p>\n

5. Autumn Vibes<\/h3>\n

Bring the season to your rustic cake with autumn leaves.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Grace Pham Photography<\/a> via Pylewell Park Wedding<\/a> Cake: @baked__bean_ <\/a><\/p>\n

6. Rustic Icing<\/h3>\n

Rustic cakes can be colourful, simply go for a heavily textured icing style.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Katherine Newman Photography<\/a> via Ethereal Romantic Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: The Silver Cake<\/a><\/p>\n

7. Simple Buttercream<\/h3>\n

For a rustic wedding<\/a>, sometimes simplicity is key. Just like this darling buttercream wedding cake<\/a> with light-as-air icing.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Peter Reynolds Photography<\/a> via Kent Coast Wedding<\/a> Cake: All Shapes & Slices<\/a><\/p>\n

8. Semi Naked Cake<\/h3>\n

Semi-naked cakes are super popular and the perfect choice for a rustic look.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Wyldbee Photography<\/a> via Rousham House Wedding<\/a> Cake: Cakes By Em <\/a><\/p>\n

9. Flower Power<\/h3>\n

Does it get any more pretty than an edible flower cake? The more flowers the merrier with this rustic vibe.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: James and Kerrie Photography<\/a> via Holbrook Manor Wedding<\/a> Cake: Little Buttercup Cakery <\/a><\/p>\n

10. Bunting Topper<\/h3>\n

Add a rustic flourish to your cake with a rustic brown paper bunting topper.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Daniel Lightening Photography<\/a> via Farmyard Wedding<\/a> Cake: Victoria Jane Bakes <\/a><\/p>\n

11. Doughnut Tower<\/h3>\n

This doughnut wedding cake<\/a> has a gorgeously rustic feel thanks to the log stand and mismatched treats.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Aden Priest Photography<\/a> via Offley Place Wedding<\/a> Doughnuts: Krispy Kreme<\/a><\/p>\n

12. Savoury Alternative<\/h3>\n

What’s more rustic than a homely, pastry treat such as a pork pie cake? The perfect alternative wedding cake idea<\/a>!<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Maddie Farris Photography<\/a> via West Yorkshire Hall Wedding<\/a> Pork Pie: Wilsons Pies <\/a><\/p>\n

13. Naked Cake<\/h3>\n

Naked wedding cakes<\/a> are the ultimate rustic wedding style. Yes!<\/p>\n

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

14. Floral Dream<\/h3>\n

Pile on flowers and pressed edible flowers for a super boho rustic cake effect.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Emily & Steve Photography<\/a> via Floral Barn Wedding<\/a> Cake: The Boho Bakery<\/p>\n

15. Pearl<\/h3>\n

Pretty pearls can look rustic with imperfect icing and wooden accessories. How gorgeous is this two-tier wedding cake<\/a>?<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Matt Horan Photography<\/a> via Willow Marsh Farm Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

16. Log Style<\/h3>\n

Think of a rustic wedding and thoughts turn to woodland and trees. So what better way to bring the outdoors in than with a log stump cake?<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Mini and Me Photography<\/a> via Christmas Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: The Cake Witch<\/a><\/p>\n

17. Cheese Tower<\/h3>\n

If a sweet sponge isn’t your thing. How about a gorgeous and natural look cheese wedding cake<\/a>?<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Lola Rose Photography<\/a> via Bonfires Autumn Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: The Cheese Plate<\/a><\/p>\n

18. Woodland Flower<\/h3>\n

Use dainty flowers and log slices to bring a woodland feel to your rustic wedding cake<\/strong> design.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Kerry Diamond Photography via Woodland Boho Wedding<\/a> Cake: Everydays A Cupcake<\/p>\n

19. Drip Heaven<\/h3>\n

Drip cakes really add a scrumptious feel as you can almost taste how good they’re going to be, before the first bite. Yum.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Kate Gray Photography<\/a> via Autumn Gaynes Park Wedding<\/a> Cake: The Cake Doll<\/p>\n

20. Sweet Treats<\/h3>\n

Whether you are planning a wedding sweet table<\/a> or not. Why not add sweets to your cake as decor and for flavour?<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Holly Collings Photography<\/a> via Coombe Lodge Wedding<\/a> Cake: M&S<\/a><\/p>\n

21. Botanical<\/h3>\n

This botanical cake design is ever so clever. With a pressed leaf and flower pattern that will suit any wedding theme<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"RusticPhoto: Oilvejoy Photography<\/a> via Elopement Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: The Beachside Bakery<\/p>\n

22. Feathers & Wicker<\/h3>\n

Other great natural elements to incorporate into a rustic design are feathers and wicker!<\/p>\n

\"RusticPhoto: Helen Rose Photography<\/a> via Dusky Pink Taupe Wedding<\/a> Cake: Urban Cakehouse<\/a><\/p>\n

23. Ombre<\/h3>\n

Ombre cakes can be made into a rustic design with flowers and gold leaf touches.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Photos By Hash<\/a> via Beer Garden Wedding<\/a> Cake: Vics Vegan Bakes<\/a><\/p>\n

24. Rainbow<\/h3>\n

The buttercream pattern really works at a rustic wedding.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Alexa Loy<\/a> Cake: Minkiemoo Bakery<\/p>\n

25. Concrete<\/h3>\n

Concrete isn’t a natural material, but its texture lends itself well to rustic affairs.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Agrestal Visuals<\/a> via Waterside Country Barn Wedding<\/a> Cake: Cake Design By Holly Miller<\/a><\/p>\n

26. Terracotta<\/h3>\n

Terracotta wedding colours<\/a> have been huge at weddings recently. This two-tier wedding cake is bringing a rustic feel with its texture and log stump stand.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Sam Sparks Photo<\/a> via White Syke Fields Wedding<\/a> Cake: Elizabeth Anna Cake Design<\/a><\/p>\n

27. Dried Flower Hoop<\/h3>\n

Keep icing rustic and add a simple embellishment such as a dried flower hoop.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Holly Rose Stones<\/a> via Naked Tipi Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Cherry Blossom Cakes<\/p>\n

28. Greenery<\/h3>\n

Natural, beautiful greenery will add all the rustic style you’ll ever need to a cake. Be sure to check it’s safe for guests to eat after removing from your cake though.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Steven Haddock<\/a> via The Faversham Wedding Leeds<\/a> Cake: Amber\u2019s Little Cakery<\/a><\/p>\n

29. Chocolate Sponge<\/h3>\n

Naked cakes don’t have to be plain, add in different flavour layers such as chocolate.<\/p>\n

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

30. Flower Tier<\/h3>\n

Swirling icing teamed with a flower middle tier looks almost too good to eat.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Sam Gibson Photography<\/a> via Medieval Barn Wedding<\/a> Cake: Vanilla Pod Bakery<\/a><\/p>\n

31. Theme<\/h3>\n

Take your wedding theme and add it to your cake design, such as this mountain look.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Kate Hensley Phillips Photography<\/a> via Cenita Vineyards Wedding<\/a> Cake: C&N Cakes<\/a><\/p>\n

32. Pine Cones<\/h3>\n

Pine cones are easy to find for free and add the perfect rustic finish.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Tiree Dawson<\/a> via Alpine Christmas Wedding<\/a> Cake: The Cake Lady<\/p>\n

33. Leaves<\/h3>\n

Rustic leaves made from icing can look beautifully natural.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Maree Frances Photography<\/a> via Hazel Gap Wedding<\/a> Cake: April Delights<\/p>\n

34. Winter Rustic<\/h3>\n

This cake is ideal for winter weddings<\/a>. With its natural foraged decor, the actual cake design can be kept really simple.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Victoria Phipps<\/a> via Rustic Christmas Wedding Inspiration<\/a> Cake: Cake Chester<\/p>\n

35. Autumn Dreams<\/h3>\n

An autumn wedding cake<\/a> of dreams complete with pumpkins and trees. It’s a smashing design.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Photography34<\/a> via Ox Pasture Hall Wedding<\/a> Cake: Birdgate Chocolatiers<\/p>\n

36. Rustic Christmas<\/h3>\n

Yes, you can bring rustic style to a Christmas wedding<\/a>! Voila<\/em>.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Barbara Markiewicz Photography<\/a> via Christmas Tree Farm Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Natalie Cake Studio<\/a><\/p>\n

37. Green & Gold<\/h3>\n

Rustic style doesn’t mean you can’t play with colour!<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Thyme Lane Photography<\/a> via Milton Keynes Wedding<\/a> Cake: Nicole\u2019s Celebration Cakes<\/a><\/p>\n

38. Dried Flowers<\/h3>\n

Use dried flowers to add a rustic touch to your cake design like this orange and pink delight.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Laura Williams Photography<\/a> via Burnt Orange Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Beth Haxby Cakes<\/p>\n

39. Fruit & Berries<\/h3>\n

Take a simple sponge and adorn it with fruits for a picture-perfect effect.<\/p>\n

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

40. Fruit Cake<\/h3>\n

Does a cake get any more rustic than a naked fruit sponge?<\/p>\n

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

41. Rough Icing<\/h3>\n

Rough icing creates a perfectly imperfect style ideal for a rustic vibe.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Thyme Lane Photography<\/a> via Northamptonshire Barn Wedding<\/a> Cake: The Iced Vegan<\/a><\/p>\n

42. Stone<\/h3>\n

Taking inspiration from natural materials such as stone can have surprisingly beautiful results.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Tara Florence<\/a> via Game of Thrones Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Lilibet Bakes<\/p>\n

43. Hoop Backdrop<\/h3>\n

Decorate your wedding cake table with a rustic wedding backdrop<\/a> to tie together your wedding decor.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Daniel Ackerley Photography<\/a> via Chippenham Park Wedding<\/a> Cake: Honeyshed Bakery<\/a><\/p>\n

44. Autumn Feast<\/h3>\n

Create a real feast for your guests with a whole table of rustic treats.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Kirsty Mackenzie Photography<\/a> via Outdoorsy Woodland Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Kensington Lane Cakes<\/p>\n

45. Marble<\/h3>\n

A marble cake can look ever so rustic with rough icing and flowers.<\/p>\n

\"Rustic Photo: Opperhill Photography<\/a> via Terracotta Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: The Sugared Rose<\/p>\n

What Does Rustic<\/em> Cake Actually Mean?<\/h2>\n

When it comes to a rustic cake aesthetic it can be one or a combination of elements. First things first, a rustic wedding cake<\/strong> has an undone quality about it. It’s a little rough around the edges and is perfectly imperfect. A rustic cake could look homemade and less polished.<\/p>\n

To make a cake look more rustic try adding one of these elements:<\/p>\n