Best Wedding Cake Decorating Trends
The trends in wedding cake toppers have grown by leaps and bounds over the boring stiff duo we’re used to seeing. You know the guy, a bride and groom in formal good looks, smiles painted on plastic faces. Fortunately, the options these days offer really cool alternatives to the cookie cutter statues of the past. It has become more and more popular for couples to show their personality by decorating their wedding cakes with unique, fun and charming figures.
Funny
The options are plentiful for those who share a quirky sense of humor. Perhaps the groom is a self-proclaimed television addict. In fact, there is an ornament that features a scruffy groom reclining in a recliner, remote, game controller, TV, and all. The bride stands nearby, her arms folded and an exasperated expression on her face. Maybe the girlfriend is a girl who takes over. There are ornaments showing the bride wearing her groom’s pants while he is in his underwear, or a bride dragging her groom down the aisle. Remember the guy who updated his Facebook status during his wedding ceremony? The “Cell Phone Fanatic” ornament would have been perfect for him! Always a topic of conversation, a comical ornament is a great choice for a playful couple.
Sports themes
If the bride and groom share a love for a sport, there is a good selection of cake toppers to show your enthusiasm for it. If baseball is your passion, there is a really cool ornament featuring a boyfriend getting ready to throw a ball while his girlfriend is standing with a baseball bat. Soccer fans may like the figure of a groom carrying his girlfriend in tow with a soccer ball under his arm. There are boyfriends in hockey gear, carrying a golf bag or playing with a soccer ball, and a girlfriend cheering with a megaphone and foam finger. A love for a sport is often something a couple has in common, but they don’t want to turn their reception into a pep rally. Using a sports themed cake topper is a great way to incorporate your passion in a fun and subtle way.
Romantic
Weddings are all about romance, and a cake topper can enhance the excitement in a number of ways. If you are looking for an elegant and classy figure, you don’t have to look far. One of the most popular ornaments on the market today features a groom lifting his bride, while gazing adoringly at each other. A couple sharing a kiss under an umbrella or a bride and groom sailing into the sunset offer a bit of quirkiness. Another adds a spicy touch as the couple embrace a passionate embrace. Whether charming, whimsical, sexy, or sweet, a romantic cake topper is a great classic choice.
Thematic
Themed weddings have gained popularity in recent years. For a destination wedding, there is a wide variety of beach-inspired decorations, from a casual bridal couple in bare feet, to a simply elegant white starfish. Grooms having a Western wedding can enjoy the figure of a cowboy dancing with his beloved bride, or a bride tying up her groom. Lovebirds, fairy tales, Hollywood, hearts, Celts, Asians are all fun and trendy themes that have embellishments to suit.
Monogram
A very popular trend in cake toppers is the monogram, and it is a trend that is here to stay. Using an initial or monogram represents a couple’s newly shared name, and the options are plentiful. For a sleek modern look, a simple scroll or capital letter in brushed silver is a stylish option. Add some sparkle with an initial completely covered in colored rhinestones or Swarovski crystals. Monograms match any style, color or theme and provide a memorable symbol of a couple’s new life.
With so many options in cake toppers today, it’s hard to narrow down the decision to one. Maybe that’s why these hilarious figures are making appearances in places other than cake, like gift tables and the wishing well. Another trend that is growing rapidly is the use of two wedding cakes. People have different tastes! The groom may love chocolate, while the bride loves red velvet, and it is becoming extremely popular to give both of them what they want; after all, it’s your day, why commit to cake? At this event, both the bride and groom can select a topper for their individual cake, and it can be a lot of fun to see your options!
Whether you’re looking for fun, themed, charming, or traditional, there’s a great selection of cake topper figurines to suit.