Seasonal Wedding Cakes
Summer
Piece of Cake
A flower-laced cake is a sight to behold. But take care when choosing decorations; many fresh flowers (including hydrangeas) are not edible, and some are poisonous.
Many flower varieties are available in cake-safe gum-paste form and are readily available through a baker, a florist, or online.
- With This Ring
Create a nostalgic and charming reception with unpretentious decor.
Big-bloom hydrangeas make the lush wreath feel casual. Citrusy green ribbon is a perfect complement to the cool blue florals.
- Something Blue
Take advantage of summertime by incorporating natural elements into your wedding — lush grass, fresh flowers, and seashells are fun flourishes. Create a casual look by combining elements in unexpected ways.
Pillows, burlap, and rope work here to create an extraordinary statement. Make good use of architectural elements, indoors or out, using an old door, wishing well, gazebo, or other weathered items as a backdrop for the cake table.
Fall
Just Dessert
The rich tones of chocolate are perfect for a crisp fall wedding. Decorate a brown cake with pink detailing, echoing the color scheme in the floral styling.
Love Like a Rose
Floor-to-ceiling roses can turn any table into a romantic and dreamy display.
This simple space was transformed by layering roses and greenery on four columns, then lining the tabletop and floor with even more pink petals.
- Top This
A lightweight wooden vase with a small display of roses makes a unique and beautiful cake topper. Work with your baker to be sure your cake can support the weight of any topper you choose.
- See the Light
Sprinkle a variety of clear candlelit vessels throughout floral displays. Use open-top glass chimneys that allow candles to breathe but prevent rapid burning and wafting of smoke.
- Head-to-Toe Decor
The cake is to die for, and the tabletop is fab. Now don’t forget to take a look underfoot. This table is flanked by freestanding columns rescued from a salvage yard and is surrounded by candle-filled lanterns and romantic rose petals. The table skirt is edged with faux fur for extra drama.
