Wedding Cake Trends 2010

Just like bridal dresses, wedding cakes can also be trendy or obsolete. A traditional wedding cake is usually a white vanilla cake in towering stacked layers. However, as we move onto the year 2010, wedding cake trends are becoming more and more playful.

Deconstructed Cakes

While the classic stacked cake has remained quite popular, some modern couples prefer deconstructing their cake and displaying each layer on separate floating cake stands of varying heights. This can create a stylish centerpiece for your wedding reception and may also help prevent the dreaded cake-collapsing blunder.

Buttercream Frosting

Fondant frosting is out; buttercream is now very trendy. Even though the famous fondant frosting can make the cake look so smooth and elegant with its matte finish, most people are very unsatisfied with its bland flavor and doughy texture. That's why a lot of bakers now opt for buttercream frosting instead. Besides its light texture and delicate taste, buttercream is also less expensive than fondant frosting.

Cupcake Tower

The cupcake tower trend was actually started by celebrity weddings. Instead of waiting in line for their slice of cake to be cut, each guest can just grab a mini cake and go. This is perfect for a buffet-style wedding reception. Plus, cupcakes are easy to make. If baking is your passion and the number of guests isn't too overwhelming, perhaps you can make your own wedding cupcakes.

Cheesecake with Fresh Fruit Toppings

This wedding cake trend is popular among those who favor a simple delicious cake over a boring cake with ostentatious decorations. To make a cheesecake appear more like a standard wedding cake, frost it with cream cheese icing. However, most couples prefer to leave it plain and adorn it with colorful fruits and flowers.

Unusual Colors

Nowadays the color of the cake doesn't have to match the bride's dress anymore. Chocolate is the new black when it comes to wedding cakes. Bright orange, lime green and baby blue are also in vogue.

Om Paramapoonya is a versatile freelance writer who has written for several websites on various topics including food, health, beauty tips, home and garden, etc. To read more of her articles about wedding trends and tips, please visit http://hubpages.com/hub/cheap-wedding-gowns

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