{"id":85432,"date":"2022-10-14T16:27:34","date_gmt":"2022-10-14T15:27:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/whimsicalwonderlandweddings.com\/?p=85432"},"modified":"2024-11-08T13:53:34","modified_gmt":"2024-11-08T13:53:34","slug":"wedding-cakes-ideas-inspiration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedissimo.com\/blog\/wedding-cakes-ideas-inspiration\/","title":{"rendered":"50 Wedding Cake Ideas – Make Choosing Yours A Piece Of Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"

Know you want a gorgeous wedding cake<\/strong>, but are unsure which style to plump for? Allow me to help with my ultimate wedding cake ideas<\/strong> guide!<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Miracle Moments<\/a> via Tree Cathedral Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

Spectacular Wedding Cake Ideas To Make Your Mouth Water<\/em><\/h2>\n

It’s not easy to find the perfect wedding cake<\/strong> which is why I’ve rounded up some of the most beautiful wedding bakes ever.<\/p>\n

No matter your wedding style or budget, you’ll be sure to go away with your dream cake idea<\/strong> today.<\/p>\n

Firstly, it goes without saying that you don’t need to have a wedding cake at all. Many couples opt out of this tradition and that’s absolutely fine. Secondly, you don’t need to spend a fortune to have a stylish and tasty cake.<\/p>\n

As a rule of thumb, the smaller and simpler the design, the less a wedding cake will cost<\/a>. So keep this in mind before you fall for an expensive beauty that may not be doable for your wedding budget.<\/p>\n

Don’t forget that you can always bake your own wedding cake or ask a loved one to help you out too. Alternatively, contact a professional wedding cake designer to achieve your cake of dreams.<\/p>\n

Right, are you ready for all the cake inspiration? Let’s go.<\/p>\n

1. Naked Cake<\/h3>\n

Naked wedding cakes<\/a> are so popular and it\u2019s easy to see why. This glitter drip bare sponge with flowers and berries is by Danielle Jones<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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

2. Pressed Flowers<\/h3>\n

Real edible pressed flowers such as this treat by The Boho Bakery can look spectacular.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Emily & Steve Photography<\/a> via Floral Barn Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

3. Pearl<\/h3>\n

Opt for homemade cake with pretty pearls for a very trendy style. Add a personalised wedding cake stand<\/a> too for an extra flourish.<\/p>\n

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

4. Retro Icing<\/h3>\n

Vintage cake<\/a> fans will love this retro iced delight by Lily Vanilli<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Lauren Marchant Photography<\/a> via Trafalgar Tavern Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

5. Bold Brights<\/h3>\n

Go bold with your colour choices and use a vibrant palette.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Brad Gommon Photography<\/a> via Endeavour Woodland Weddings<\/a> Cake: The Cake Lab UK <\/a><\/p>\n

6. Floral & Gold Leaf<\/h3>\n

Real flowers with gold leaf is a match made in heaven.<\/p>\n

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

 <\/h3>\n

7. Bark Effect<\/h3>\n

The Cake Witch<\/a> created this rustic cake<\/a> design with a bark effect.<\/p>\n

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

8. Painted Flowers<\/h3>\n

If you are a fan of prints and floral patterns, a painted cake may be for you.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Poppy Carter Portraits<\/a> via Stylish Floral Wedding<\/a> Cake: Cake Design by Holly Miller<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/h3>\n

9. White & Gold<\/h3>\n

Add a delicate vibe with metallic gold leaf as shown by One Part Love Bakery<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Emily Tyler Photography<\/a> via Upthorpe Wood Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

10. Boho Autumn<\/h3>\n

Try thinking outside of the box and use natural materials such as cotton wool for boho style.<\/p>\n

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

 <\/h3>\n

11. Cheese Stack<\/h3>\n

If you are more of a savoury person, why not go for a cheese wedding cake<\/a> by The Cheese Plate<\/a>?<\/p>\n

\"\" Photo: Lola Rose Photography<\/a> via Bonfires Autumn Wedding Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n

12. Cupcakes<\/h3>\n

For the perfect mouthful, and no worries about portion sizes, have you considered wedding cupcakes<\/a>? Add them to a cute cake stand for a lovely look.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Irene Yap<\/a> via Spring London Wedding<\/a> Cake: Katja\u2019s Cakes <\/a><\/p>\n

13. Gothic<\/h3>\n

Go gothic<\/a> with dark moody colours and textures.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Ayelle Photography<\/a> via Modern Gothic Wedding Ideas in the Woods<\/a> Cake: Meadowsweet Cakes<\/p>\n

14. Flower Tiers<\/h3>\n

Pop flowers in between tiers for a picture-perfect look, complete with wooden decor.<\/p>\n

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

15. Invisible Tier<\/h3>\n

This modern cake is striking thanks to its invisible tier and architectural orchids.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Henry Lowther<\/a> via Ballet Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Knot & Bird<\/a><\/p>\n

16. Artistic<\/h3>\n

This pastel pretty cake in pinks and blues uses creative brushstrokes for texture.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Sophie Lake Photography<\/a> via Playful Cool Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cakes: The Macaroom<\/a><\/p>\n

17. Marble<\/h3>\n

Take inspiration from on-trend marble. Ideal for city weddings and paired back colour schemes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Jett Walker Photography via Marble Greenery Gold Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: The Cakerie<\/p>\n

18. Semi-Naked<\/h3>\n

For a little more coverage than a completely naked cake, a semi-naked cake has a little more buttercream.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Sam Bennett Photography and Film<\/a> via Crafty Wedding<\/a> Cake: Bake My Cake<\/p>\n

19. Drips<\/h3>\n

The Cake Doll added striking drips for a delicious cake idea.<\/p>\n

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

20. Macaron Tower<\/h3>\n

A feast for the eyes, macarons<\/strong> are delicate, light and very sweet. Macarons are available in many colours and flavours so guests can pick and choose their faves.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Lucy Long Photography<\/a> via Hothorpe Hall Woodlands Wedding<\/a> Cake: Compton and Kennedy<\/a><\/p>\n

21. Plain Iced<\/h3>\n

Take a plain cake from M&S<\/a> and adorn it with sweet treats for a DIY wedding cake idea.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Holly Collings Photography<\/a> via Coombe Lodge Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

22. Fruit & Flowers<\/h3>\n

Fruit and flowers really pop against this luxe black wedding cake<\/strong> design.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Berni Palumbo Photography via Dutch Art Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Avant Garde Cake Studio<\/a><\/p>\n

23. Botanical<\/h3>\n

Nature lovers will adore this leaf press cake effect. Is this the perfect woodland wedding cake idea?<\/p>\n

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

24. Doughnut Wall<\/h3>\n

A firm fave at weddings has been the doughnut wedding cake<\/a>. You can totally level-up doughnuts into the ultimate wedding dessert. Indulge in divine flavours, stack them up and allow guests to help themselves.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Rebecca Carpenter Photography<\/a> via Hoop Decor Wedding Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n

25. A Cake Each<\/h3>\n

A matching pair of cakes, one for each of you is such a sweet idea.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Victoria Baker Weddings<\/a> via Intimate Garden Wedding<\/a> Cake: Juniper Cakery<\/p>\n

26. Towering Tiers<\/h3>\n

Go opulent with a super tall cake such as this design by Sarah Carr\u2019s Speciality Cakes<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Hannah Miles Photography<\/a> via llys Meddyg Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

27. Copper Geometric<\/h3>\n

Copper tones and geometric patterns make this cake one that will stand out.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Fox and Bear Photography<\/a> via Trevor Hall Wedding<\/a> Cake: Handmade<\/p>\n

 <\/h3>\n

28. Gold & Burgundy<\/h3>\n

Delicate gold spray added by Oh My Cakery<\/a> gives a glittering feel to this burgundy bake. The ideal autumn wedding cake<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Emily Little Photography<\/a> via Retro Wedding Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n

29. Black & Gold<\/h3>\n

For moody glam affairs, a black and gold wedding cake<\/a> design by Sam\u2019s Sweet Treats<\/a> may be the perfect fit.<\/p>\n

\"Black Photo: When Charlie Met Hannah<\/a> via Giraffe Shed Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

30. Fresh Flowers<\/h3>\n

Choose a plethora of bright blooms to decorate a fresh white cake.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Jessica O\u2019Shaughessy Wedding Photography<\/a> via Cheshire Woodland Weddings<\/a> Cake: The Red Rose Cake Company<\/a><\/p>\n

31. Feathers<\/h3>\n

Urban Cakehouse<\/a> used feathers to create this masterpiece wedding cake.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Helen Rose Photography<\/a> via Dusky Pink Taupe Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

32. Navy & Gold<\/h3>\n

Where the Ribbon Ends<\/a> teamed stylish navy and gold to match this couple\u2019s wedding colours<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Photography34<\/a> via Carlton Towers Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

33. Architectural<\/h3>\n

A cake design with a geometric shape rather than a traditional round sponge, complete with concrete effect icing.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Jo Bradbury Photography<\/a> via Boho Industrial Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Little Button Bakery<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/h3>\n

34. Ombre<\/h3>\n

Using ombre shades Vics Vegan Bakes<\/a> also added autumn wedding flowers<\/a> and an acrylic topper.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Photos By Hash<\/a> via Beer Garden Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

35. Rainbow Layers<\/h3>\n

Add rainbow layers for a fun surprise.<\/p>\n

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

36. Celestial<\/h3>\n

Cake Design By Holly Miller<\/a> added a pretty moon to this boho wedding cake.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Agrestal Visuals<\/a> via Waterside Country Barn Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/h3>\n

37. Twilight<\/h3>\n

The Cake Spa<\/a> made this ethereal celestial cake complete with stars and moons.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Gina Fernandes Photography<\/a> via Navy Gold Wedding Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n

38. Sprinkles<\/h3>\n

For a twist on a classic, use modern sprinkles teamed with flower decoration.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: State of Love and Trust via Neon Sign Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Cherry Blossom Cakes<\/p>\n

39. Terracotta Pattern<\/h3>\n

This modern cake with a terracotta colour palette and dried flowers by Elizabeth Anna Cake Design<\/a> is so elegant.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Sam Sparks Photo<\/a> via White Syke Fields Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

40. Chic Ribbon<\/h3>\n

A simple, chic monochrome cake design by hellocake.uk<\/a> with a decadent black ribbon bow.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Matt Horan Photography<\/a> via Winter Wedding West Mill<\/a><\/p>\n

41. Paint Strokes<\/h3>\n

Stunning texture and jewel tones with this brushstroke cake by The Silver Cake<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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

42. Rainbow Topper<\/h3>\n

Have fun with your cake design by adding a rainbow topper!<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Michelle Huggleston Photography<\/a> via Rainbow Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Lily\u2019s Bake Box<\/p>\n

43. Rustic Elegance<\/h3>\n

This cake has a gorgeous rustic feel with the dried flower hoop, created by Cherry Blossom Cakes.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Holly Rose Stones<\/a> via Naked Tipi Wedding Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n

44. Terrazzo<\/h3>\n

Terrazzo is the in-thing in interiors, so why not bring it to your wedding?<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Aurora Grey Photography<\/a> via Modern Pink Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Sugar Buttons<\/a><\/p>\n

45. Boho Macrame<\/h3>\n

This macrame cake design by Cake My Day Bristol oozes boho style.
\n\"Wedding Photo: Maria Madison<\/a> via Beach Wedding UK<\/a><\/p>\n

46. Tropical<\/h3>\n

Bring tropical vibes to your wedding with tropical flowers and fun icing.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Emily Little<\/a> via Tropical Wedding Inspiration<\/a> Cake: Oh My Cakery<\/a><\/p>\n

47. Sugar Flowers<\/h3>\n

Sweet Peas Cake Boutique<\/a> added all the sugar flowers for a statement wedding cake idea<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Eloise & Mitch<\/a> via Park Wedding Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n

48. Greenery<\/h3>\n

Timeless, simple and budget-friendly greenery will look ever so gorgeous.<\/p>\n

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

49. Three Bakes<\/h3>\n

Why have one cake when you can have a trio? The Master Cakesmith<\/a> made these gorgeous cakes styled to perfection.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Carn Patrick<\/a> via Marsala Gold Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

50. Flamingos<\/p>\n

Add your wedding theme<\/a>, hobbies or loves to your wedding cake. Just like this cute flamingo design.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: When Charlie Met Hannah<\/a> via Tropical Wedding Ideas<\/a> Cake: Kates Homemade Cakes<\/p>\n

<\/p><\/p>\n

There we have it, all the wedding cake ideas<\/strong> you'll ever need to find the one! Now all you need to do is set your cake budget, work out your portion sizes and book in your cake maker. Hooray!<\/p>\n

\n nolink<\/span>\n \n \n <\/path>\n <\/svg>\n <\/span>\n \n \n <\/path>\n <\/svg>\n <\/span>\n \n \n <\/path>\n <\/svg>\n <\/span>\n <\/a><\/div>\n

Further Reading<\/h4>\n