Unconventional Wedding Cakes

In today’s wedding world, it seems that most wedding cakes are unconventional. It’s almost unconventional to have a white on white wedding cake! But in an unconventional wedding cake might refer to the design, the topper, or the flavors featured. Regarding design, one popular unconventional style today is the topsy turvy, asymmetrical design. Stacked cake layers give the illusion that the cake could spill over any minute, when in fact, the cake is balanced and level. Unconventional toppers are another way that a couple may make their cake unique. The couple who loves Angry Birds, for instance, can feature the adorable characters perched atop their cake. Can’t last a minute without your cell phone? There’s a wedding topper for that, too. Prefer Goth to Victorian? No problem. A talented baker can help you realize your dream cake. But you might opt for traditional design and toppers, and still find ways to be unconventional with flavors – even savory alternatives to wedding cakes, like “cakes” made of wheels of cheese, or layers of savory meet pies, might stand in for a conventional cake. So, express yourselves! In cake! And send us pictures.

Fall Wedding Cake with Fruit

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Traci

There’s a chill in the air and we’re all looking to cover up in sweaters and jackets as the days turn cooler.

So, it seems like a perfect time to showcase a naked cake, right? Of course it does!

Naked wedding cakes are still somewhat of the rage and I’ll admit that I have found a few that look amazing. But I’m still a frosting kind of girl, so as pretty as these cakes are I prefer more icing.

But that’s not to say that there’s anything wrong with naked cakes. Take today’s cake for example – it is stunning. Read More

Chocolate Wedding Cake

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Traci

If I’m being totally honest, I have chocolate on the mind this week.

The other day I gave props to the gorgeous chocolate crepe wedding cake and today I’m talking about this amazing chocolate truffle tower cake.

Look at this cake. It is almost too amazing to eat.

Almost.

The cake is inspired by the corquembouche, a traditional French wedding cake. Each of the truffles is rolled in assorted cocoa powders which give the cake layers of color and flavor.

And if the truffles aren’t enough to grab you, underneath the chocolate goodness is a yellow butter cake that is filled and frosted with more chocolate – chocolate ganache to be exact.

This is basically the most perfect chocolate wedding cake ever.

And if you’re feeling particularly ambitious, you could actually make this cake. You know, as a DIY project. Check out the details here.

You’ll find this truffle cake here.

Chocolate Crepe Wedding Cake

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Traci

I love chocolate cake.

And when we’re talking about wedding cakes I love unique chocolate cakes.

Like this crepe wedding cake, for example.

Look at how gorgeous this cake is! Layers of thin crepes sandwiched between dark chocolate glaze and hazelnut filling. It is pure chocolate bliss.

And the crepe cake is embellished with candied hazelnuts so you just know it’ll be delicious. Read More

Chocolate Chip Wedding Cake

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Traci

If there’s one sweet treat I can never resist it’s chocolate chip cookies.

Hot out of the oven, dunked in a glass of ice cold milk…it’s the best snack ever.

So if you could have a wedding cake that was inspired by a chocolate chip cookie, why would you ever say no? Read More

Rustic Fall Wedding Cake

Posted on September 14, 2015 by Traci

I woke up this morning to very chilly fall-like temperatures and the reality that fall really is just around the corner.

So what better time to start talking about fall wedding cake, right?

I love the idea of having a rustic fall wedding – especially if it’s still warm enough outside to host an outdoor reception.

Which brings me to today’s wedding cake – it’s very rustic but also elegant, which isn’t an easy combination to pull off. Read More

Shades of Orange Wedding Cake

Posted on September 9, 2015 by Traci

So now that we’ve “officially” said goodbye to summer, it’s time to start thinking about fall.

More specifically it’s time to start thinking about ideas for fall wedding cakes.

Now I’m not normally a fan of the color orange – it’s just one of those colors that rarely wows me. Plus most orange cakes end up looking like pumpkins, which is OK if that’s the look you’re going for. Read More

Miniature Wedding Cakes

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Traci

It’s no secret that I love cake. Especially wedding cake.

There’s just something extra special about wedding cake that makes it taste better than your average every day cake.

So how amazing would it be if you could serve your guests their own wedding cake?

I’m not talking about a slice of cake – I’m talking about miniature wedding cakes. One for every guest. Read More

Fall Basket Wedding Cake

Posted on August 26, 2015 by Traci

It sure feels like fall today so that got me thinking about all things fall, like trips to the apple orchard. And baskets full of apples.

Which brings me to today’s wedding cake inspired by baskets.

I really like this five-tier cake for several reasons, including the fact that the icing color is rather non-traditional. It isn’t often that you see a mocha-hued wedding cake. Read More

Pumpkin Pie Wedding Cake

Posted on August 24, 2015 by Traci

Let them eat…pumpkin pie!

OK, yes. There are still several weeks of summer left but I’m starting to spy fall decorations and pumpkin flavored treats all around. So I figured it was high time to start thinking about fall wedding cakes.

Or pies, like today’s pumpkin pie.

Now this is a completely non-traditional “wedding cake” but I really love it! This would be perfect for a late fall wedding – or even a wedding during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Read More