One of my favorite things about a wedding is the star of the reception- the cake. It is front and center and captures everyone’s attention. It even gets its own tradition, the cutting of the cake. One may wonder what the purpose of cake cutting is. It all started in the old days where guests would stack buns for the couple. Throughout time, the stacked and tier shape cake became a standard. A wedding cake is a wish of happiness, good fortune, fertility, and a sweet life for the new couple. The cake cutting ceremony is a representation of the new life the couple will share. One of the main draws of the cake is the topper. It sits above the rest of the cake and can draw attention from across the room. Cakes started out by being topped with the traditional bride and groom figurines. As the times have changed, so have the toppers.
One option is to use flowers, usually similar to the ones used in the bridal bouquet or that match the other flowers used in the décor. Sugar flowers are becoming more and more popular. They look exactly like the real thing, expect they don’t wilt or require extra attention from the florist. Monograms of the couples’ new last name or a combination are also making their way into the spotlight. Vintage-inspired weddings are a new alternative for those who are looking for a unique wedding. This can also be the something old for your wedding if you use a cake topper that other family members used for their weddings. As the styles of the cakes have changed, so have the traditional bride and groom figurines. Now, they have become totally customizable. You may want the couple lying on the beach for the beach inspired wedding, or you may be the person who is never seen without a cell phone. Either way there is a way to make it all happen for the bride and groom that will top your cake.
Whether the traditional wedding is the look you are going for or you want a modern wedding with a twist, there is a way to incorporate it all with your cake topper. The new trend is all about taking the old and making it your own. Whether you decide to use the traditional bride and groom figurines or choose a monogram, remember to make it all about you.
By: Jenna Howe
Wedding Coordinator
Green Lily Events
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