Wedding Cake Topper Trends

From the city chic wedding, to the rustic country wedding, plan every detail to contribute to the overall theme you want for your wedding. Creating an atmosphere is all about the details; whether it’s the decor, the location, or just the cake topper, realizing your wedding day vision is an exciting task.

This year, we’re seeing some new trends in wedding cake toppers, not to mention a twist on some timeless classics. No matter what your wedding theme might be, and no matter what cake topper you might choose, every bride and groom-to-be should remember one thing: make it personalized. After all, without personalization, your cake topper is just a generic item with little meaning. Whether it’s incorporating your wedding colors, using a monogram, or adding your likeness, personalized cake toppers are always “in”.

Wedding Cake Toppers
Credits (clockwise from top left): Cotton Bird Designs, Red Light Studio, Jaime Mancilla, American Bridal.

Monogramming is by far the most popular personalization option for weddings, and has been a long standing tradition that is still holding strong today. Debuting your initials for the first time as a married couple is not only a point of pride, but it can also be incorporated into many details in your reception: none more prominent than your cake topper. Monogram cake toppers are a classic yet modern alternative to the traditional bride and groom “figures”. Easily suited to any type of cake, or cupcake stand, letter initials are a chic and simple cake topper idea for any wedding. Here are just a few examples of fun, modern and personalized wedding cake toppers that suit any theme.

Looking to keep it simple? Try a unique new trend and add a tiny bunting banner to the top of your cake. Personalize it with your initials, last name, or stick to your wedding colors for a fun, sweet, vintage take on the traditional cake topper options. This is a great option for those already looking to use bunting flag banners as decor for their reception, which is another hot trend in weddings this year.

If you like the idea of a bride and groom cake topper, why not go for one with a modern twist? Bird cake toppers are very popular this year, adding a rustic and vintage touch to the traditional cake topper tradition. Personalize them with your wedding’s colors, and even have them made in your own likeness (including suit and tie and birdcage veil!) for a fun and sweet touch.

Despite the wide variety of traditions, beliefs, and preferences, wedding cake toppers are a detail every bride and groom-to-be can enjoy.

Wedding Cakes by Janet Mohapi-Banks

Wedding cakes serve as a great source of inspiration when planning your wedding. It’s yet another detail you can utilize to express your personal taste, and incorporate the overall vision for your big day. Modern wedding cakes are anything but subtle; they break tradition, while still being classic and simple, or as vibrant and elaborate as you can imagine. These stunning cakes by Janet Mohapi-Banks are just another example of how creative you can get with your wedding cake. Check out her site for even more beautiful cakes.

Modern Wedding Cakes
Wedding Cakes by Janet Mohapi-Banks
Modern Wedding Cake by Janet Mohapi-Banks

Credits: Cakes, Photography, Styling, Florist, Stationary; found via Bijoux Bride.

Wedding Cake and Cupcake Stands

Your wedding cake will undoubtedly be one of the focal points of your reception, which is why you should put just as much thought into the cake stand, as the cake itself. It’s all about presentation! Many modern couples are choosing cupcakes to replace the traditional wedding cake, which is a fun twist that opens up to an abundance of creative opportunities. Both wedding cake stands, and cupcake stands will easily draw just as much attention, if not more, than the cake(s) themselves. Here is some inspiration to help you choose a stand that matches your wedding day vision.

Wedding Cake Cupcake Stand

Top: Check out these vintage, pastel, elegant wedding cake stands by Clara Finch.
Bottom: This stunner was created by Kitchen Musings, and is a fine example of a modern wedding cupcake stand. Every detail, down to the filigree paper cupcake liners, is absolutely amazing.

Cupcake Stands for Weddings
Top: Simple cupcake stands with cut outs, or lace “doily” trim give a great vintage feel. Both by Martha Stewart Weddings.
Bottom Left: Cupcake stands can really make a statement, like these fancy, glass pedestal cupcake stands from Pottery Barn.
Bottom Right: They can also be practical and affordable, such as these made out of simple, recycled cardstock paper.

Wedding Cupcake Stands
Left: You can still enjoy the cutting of the cake tradition with a small Bride & Groom only cake to top the cupcake stand.
Right: Cupcakes don’t have to replace your wedding cake, but instead be extra treats for your wedding guests at the reception. This girly, chandelier type stand is a fun addition to any candy bar (found via this site).

Hilary Duff’s Wedding Cake

A big highlight in the Wedding World recently has been the marriage of Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie. With a stunning Vera Wang gown, plenty of roses, and a “warm and cozy” atmosphere, it really was a gem. My favorite part by far however, (her dress a close second) was the cake. A simple, “vintage home made”, elegant tiered cake… minus the frosting. Amidst an abundance of cookie-cutter weddings, this cake really stands out. A cake without frosting was a really nice touch and very unique, and perfectly matched the overall feel of the wedding. With the contrast of the soft pink roses, cream frosting and golden brown cake layers, I’m really in love.

Gallery of Hilary’s wedding, as a feature in OK magazine, found via Dog N’ Bird!

Hilary Duff's Vintage Wedding Cake

Credit: Image, Courtesy.

Mango Madness at Cream Cake Co.

Our friends over at Cream Cake Co. are having an amazing July special! Check out their delicious Mango combed cake offer. A fantastic discount on an irresistible cake. Perfect fresh flavor for summer time weddings!

Not familiar with Chicago’s fabulous Cream Cake Company? Check out this post we did here, on this fantastic wedding cake vendor.

Wedding Cake Special Offer

Cream Cake Chicago

When planning your wedding, finding a baker that can provide a custom wedding cake is a must. This is often at the top of every bride-to-be’s list. You will need a cake that suits your reception’s style, as well as one that tastes as good as it looks. Cream Cake Chicago is the perfect choice for any Windy City couples!

Whether you are a lover of chocolate, or the classic white cake, you will have a variety of choices and fillings to choose from. Flavors for the white cakes include almond praline and banana nut, with plenty of fruity flavors ranging from coconut pineapple cream, lemon raspberry, and strawberry supreme among many others.

For their succulent chocolate cakes, you can choose complimentary flavors such as: Bailey’s chocolate, chocolate mousse, cookies and cream, mocha and raspberry truffle just to name just a few.

Cream Cake Chicago

Besides just the amazing flavors and designs, the Cream Cake Co. has a friendly, personalized service you won’t find in commercialized chains. Each cake is baked from scratch and made to order, to be fresh and customized for your wedding. So if you are searching for the perfect Wedding Cake in the Chicago area, then you know who to go to. Visit their site for more stunning cake designs and information on how to make an appointment. If only I were in the Chicago area, I would have stopped by for a tasting of their amazing cakes!

Wedding Cake Chicago

Eat Cake, Be Merry!

Just in love with these stunning cake designs from Eat Cake, Be Merry. Wow! The bold patterns like on the retro flower cake is just fantastic. Perfect colors and perfect for spring. I also love how sharp the design of the monogram cake is. They can do everything from clean cut designs, to intricate floral, to modern patterns with a retro feel. I’m just obsessing over their work! Check out their site for more cute cake designs for parties as well.

Modern Spring Wedding Cake
Bold Creative Wedding Cake Design

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