Just like bridal dresses

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.