From painterly strokes of frosting to canisters of pretty candies, wedding desserts come in many forms. (But even if you’re still a fan of traditional white cake, you’ve got decorative options.) We scoured the internet to find the latest and greatest in wedding cake and dessert trends. (Psst: You can check out our Wedding Cake and Dessert Pinterest board for even more sweet ideas.)
7 Wedding Cake Trends That Will Be Huge in 2019
Ribbon Trim
For a simple, inexpensive garnish that packs tons of drama, consider wrapping a tier of your cake in a swath of ribbon. (Bonus points if it's the same ribbon as your bouquet.)
Photo: J. Sparks Photograohy; Cake: Cakes Couture
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Textile Motifs
With boho wedding style still dominating the industry, we’re seeing lots of textile motifs brought to life in frosting. Think: macramé, tassels and brocade-like trim.
Photo: Autumn Cutaia Photography; Cake: Astonishing Cakes LLC
Almost Dressed Cakes
First, it was naked cakes. Then it was nearly-naked cakes. But the most au courant in translucent dessert? Almost-dressed cakes, where just a bit of cakey goodness is peaking through ethereal layers of frosting—kind of like a powdered doughnut.
Photo: Lindsay Eileen Photography; Cake: The Cakery
Painterly Frosting
Calling all artist (or art-loving) brides: Colorful blobs of frosting—that resemble a beautiful, edible painter’s palette—are all the rage right now.
Photo: Poppyseed Photography; Cake: Sugar Lane Bakery
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Beaded Frosting
For the classic bride who also likes to keep things current, consider trimming out your cake with beaded bands that look like whimsical strands of pearls.
Photo: Flyaway Photography; Cake: CJ Callaways
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Mini Cakes
Many couples love the idea of a wedding cake moment…but not every couple actually loves cake. Solution: A pretty miniature version for cutting (and frosting each other's nose). This allows for budget to be put toward more personalized sweets—like pies, doughnuts, macaroons or...
Photo: Mullinix Weddings; Event design: Events By Elle; Cake: Shining Stars Catering
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Candy Bars
What can we say? The not-a-cake trends are taking over. Look to a gorgeous spread of candies and miniature treats as a genius way to subtly incorporate your wedding colors...and give guests a memorable moment.