The world of weddings cakes is a hugely inventive one, serving up amazing, never-seen-THAT-before looks year after year. We've had ombre, pinata cakes, drip cakes, ice cream cakes - the list goes on.
It can be tough (although admittedly, very#FirstWorldProblem) if you're a bride trying to choose the perfect cake. To help you navigate the perplexing, yet delicious, conundrum we've compared two of the top cake trends, marble and floral, from some of the world's best bakers.
Blooming beautifulTop and bottom left image from Maggie Austin, bottom right from Pinterest
If you’re envisioning a floral frenzy for your ‘do, there’s plenty of inspiration around. From a minimal look to a more OTT effect, florals are everywhere.. Images above from Elizabeth's Cake Emporium
Check out this towering confection from Elizabeth’s Cake Emporium (above), which features sugar petals tucked between each layer.
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All images above from Rosalind Miller Cakes
Majestic marble
Top image from Sugar and Charm, bottom left from Instagram, bottom right by Olofson Design
One of the coolest trends to emerge from cakeland is the oh-so elegant marble effect and as the seasons change, it's clear that this is a trend is solid as a rock.
Images L-R: Photo by Jacqueline Campbell Photography, from Pinterest
The stylish look lends itself well to modern registries and receptions. Parachute in a few other trends, such as geo and gold-flake and rose gold for extra oomph!
Images L-R: Sugared Saffron, Rosalind Miller Cakes, Poppy Pickering