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.
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.
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.
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).
Very much inspired by a county setting, as well as fresh citrus, this theme covers all things green. Not only in the color sense, but also in the Eco-Friendly sense. Fruit is a great detail to incorporate into your decor, it’s inexpensive and a nice touch to a variety of wedding themes. Buying locally, or even growing your own also helps your Green Chic wedding status. Consider green apples, limes and kiwi.
Lemonade goes hand in hand with summer. Bright yellow sun dresses, fun, retro details, and clean designs are perfect for a summer wedding. Nothing says fresh and happy like lemons. This makes your reception food and drink options a breeze. If you’re looking for a more modern theme, as opposed to the “country life” lemonade stand, try lemon martinis. The lemon ice cream in a hollowed lemon fruit bowl is a fantastic touch. Your candy bar can be filled with lemon drops, yellow rock candy, brightly colored macaroons, and of course, lemon cake! All these details make for a refreshing theme to cool down your wedding on a hot, summer day.
With summer fast approaching, fresh and bold wedding themes are just around the corner. Bright, fun colors with bold patterns best describe a summer wedding. Fruit is a must, whether it be lemonade or strawberry pie. Each new entry for Modern Wedding .org this next week will feature a color and theme to help you plan your seasonal wedding. Plenty of reception food and drink inspiration, bridesmaid dresses, and decor ideas to get you thinking summer! 
When we hear the words “Halloween Wedding” you might think of something horribly tacky, impossibly ridiculous, and something along the lines of distasteful. But that is far from true. Your wedding can be on October 31st, and not be an escapade of slutty nurses and orange and black streamers. 
