French Macarons! Pretty little treats that are taking over the wedding dessert tables by storm!  These lovely treats can be incorporated into your decor as place settings, as compliment to a dessert table, or beautifully packaged as a wedding favor. Macarons are a perfect balance of color, flavour and texture, all encapsulated in a delightful bite-size package.  A tower of these delights would also make a fabulous cake alternative.  Let these dainty and beautiful treats bring you some joyful inspiration today!

Personalized Designs

Credits (from top left): Caroline Tran / Elisabeth Millay / Joseph + Jaime / Mango Studios / Mark Brooke Photography & Mathieu Photo / Mensaje en una Galleta / Catch my Party / Sorane Flickr / Mints and Honey / Wedding O Mania / Chris & Kristen Photography

Favors & Gifts

Credits (from top left): Wedding O Mania / A Little London Wedding / Miss Snail / Sprinkle Bakers / Hideminy / Rebekah Westover Photography / Bossa Cafez / I heart Macaron / Hideminy on Etsy / Belathee Photography / Bossa Cafez

Macaron Tower & Cake

Credits (from top left): Kim Petyt / Alixann Loosle Photography / Vasia Weddings / Majell del Castillo Events (photo Stephannie Gabaldon) / Sweet Pea Photography / Anges de Sucre / Cakes by Krishanthi (photo by Eddie Judd) / Photography by Sandra / Wedding O Mania

Pretty Displays

Credits (from top left): Cannelle Et Vanille / Raspberri Cupcake / The Nichols / Kelly Dillon Photography / Shea Christine Photography / My Sweet and Saucy / Jayce O / Briana Marie Photography / Jordan Brittley / Melanie Gabrielle

We’ve seen how wedding dresses can inspire color palettes, hairstyles and makeup, decoration, and many other creative elements, but did you know fashion can also be the best inspiration for your wedding cake? Bridal fashion inspired wedding cake designs can be mind-blowing. Imagine how cute it is when the Bride stands in front of her wedding cake during the cake-cutting session! Join us as we share today’s gorgeous collection of bridal dress inspired cake designs!

Dress: Vera Wang |   Cake: Cupcakes Couture

Dress: Claire Pettibone |   Cake: Homebaked Heaven

Dress: Jenny Packham |   Cake: Strawberry Lane Cake Company

Cake: Elizabeth’s Cake Emporium

Dress: Vera Wang |   Cake: Cakes by Krishanthi

Dress: Sareh Nouri |   Cake: Lael Cakes

Dress: Marchesa |   Cake: Amy Berk

Dress: Carolina Herrera |   Cake: Honey Crumb Cake Studio

Dress: Suzie Turner Couturier |   Cake: Homebaked Heaven

Dress: Atelier Versace |   Cake: Maggie Austin

Dress: Ruffled (photo by Elizabeth Messina )   |   Cake: Oakleaf Cakes

Cake: Intricake Icings

Dress: Vera Wang |   Cake: Yummy Cupcakes & Cakes

Dress: Reem Acra |   Cake: Jeanne Cakes

Dress: Elie Saab |   Cake: Cakes to Remember

Dress: Claire Pettibone |   Cake: Superfine Bakery

Dress: Vera Wang |   Cake: Cakes to Remember

Dress: Claire Pettibone |   Cake: Cotton and Crumbs

Dress: Aire Barcelona |   Cake: West Side Bakery

Dress: Claire Pettibone |   Cake: The Cake Parlour

Dress: Liancarlo |   Cake: Amanda Oakleaf Cakes

Cake: Divine Indulgences Designer |   Photo: Devon Donnahoo Photography

Dress: Vera Wang |   Cake: Sweet Alternatives

Watercolors are one of the most romantic art mediums, and the technique can be applied to wedding cake designs in many beautiful ways.  Watercolor cakes are perfect for couples who love to show creativity, freedom, and personality, while keeping the overall theme soft and romantic. Check out these lovely ideas below and consider watercolors for your cake decoration.

Passionate

Credits (from top left): Onelove Photography / AK Cake Design / Elisa B photography / Carmen and Ingo Photography / Erica Loesing / Le Blossoms / Jose Villa / Madeline’s Weddings & Events / White Loft Studio / Christine Meintjes / Alixann Loosle Photography

Elegant & Romantic

Credits (from top left): Ashley Kelemen / Anna Munro / Annabella Charles Photography / AK Cake Design / Eric Kelley Photography / Ashley Kelemen / Braedon Flynn / Corina V. Photography

Some say cake pops are the new cupcake, and they seem to be everywhere you look. They are taking over food blogs, and replacing cupcakes at weddings. A cake pop is essentially cake, crumbled and mixed with frosting, formed into a ball, popped on a stick, and dipped in a sweet candy coating. They are simply delicious and the perfect alternative for your dessert table or alternative to a huge slice of wedding cake.  Surprisingly enough, you can also easily make them yourself with customized designs.  If you are a fan of creative dessert art, don’t miss today’s lovely cake-pop ideas!

Adorable

Credits (from top left): Beautiful Cake Pictures / Amy Atlas / Sweet Little Details by Jen / Beautiful cake pictures / Taartjes Van An / Catch Me Party / Nadia Meli / Fiesta Facil / Jen’s Pop Shoppe

Elegant

Credits (from top left): Evie and Mallow / The Tomkat Studio / Amy Atlas / Cake Photo / Cake Pop Photo / Vicky Starz Photography / Evie and Mallow / Evie and Mallow / Ditzie Cakes / Evie and Mallow

“Naked” cakes are becoming increasingly popular with couples looking to have a simple or rustic wedding!  A naked cake is an unfrosted, classic sponge cake layered to perfection.  They can be beautifully topped with lush flowers, filled with fresh fruits, or decorated with personalized designs or toppers.

Naked cakes don’t have the fondant icing or traditional details that you would normally expect on a wedding cake. This allows you to see the inside cake layers and all the goodness in between.  Naked cakes are ideal for those who aren’t fans for frosting, and those who wish to offer something that truly stand apart from traditional wedding cakes.  If that’s you, why not consider a naked cake for your celebration?

Decorated with fresh flowers

Credits (from top left): A Piece o’ Cake (Kelly Braman Photography ) / Brier Rose Design (Daniel Cruz Photography) / French Kiss Pastries (Paige Reaux Photography) / French Made (Naomi Kenton Photography) / Julie Gunthorpe (Stewart Leishman Photography) / Sweet Style / Mariano Friginal

Decorated with fruits or toppers

Credits (from top left): Julie Lim Photographer / Darling & Daisy / Claires Cakes (Marie Wootton Photography) / Sweet Tales Cake Boutique (Ruth Eileen Photography) / Call Me Cupcake / What Katie Ate

Lace isn’t just for your wedding dress anymore. If you are looking for an elegant wedding cake with a touch of vintage to match your dress, a laced cake is definitely for you!  This lovely, feminine texture is perfect for your romantic confection.  Today we’ve collected some stunning wedding cakes that replicate the beauty and delicacy of fabric lace. Feast your eyes on these beautiful designs below.

Elegant White

Credits (from top left): Queen Bee / Jodi Miller Photography / Ron Ben /  Lucinda / Carolina Fireflies / With Love and Confection

Lovely Pastel

Credits (from top left): Cake Ink / Leslea Matsis Cakes / Nadine’s Cakes / Cakes by Tess / Sweet & Saucy Shop / Vanilla Bakeshop(photo by Mike Colon Photography) / Hello Naomi / Sweet & Saucy Shop / My Sweet and Saucy

With summer fast approaching, it’s time to pull out some recipes for warm-weather desserts to ensure your outdoors summer wedding ends on a sweet note. Let these simple and creative ideas below get your creative juices flowing!

Easy-to-pick-up finger foods are ideal for wedding snacks.  It is a convenient way to keep your guests entertained after the ceremony, during cocktail hours, and even as appetizers for your reception.  The key here is not to make your guests full, but surprise them with something creative.  Check out these impressive ideas below and get inspired for your own delicious creation.