Modern Brides Cakes... we adore them...
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Showing posts with label Brides cakes. Show all posts
Friday, November 22, 2013
The centre of attention - The Brides Cake - Is it really that important?!
When you attend a Brides as a guest and you enter into the dining room, the place is filled with tables of beautiful décor and flowers, music flows in the background and there it is in the centre of it all - The Brides cake! I believe the Brides cake is central to a Brides, it sets the tone, carries the theme through and shows off the style of the bride and groom. It also makes a great photo opportunity for the cutting of the cake and signifies a special moment. Here are some reasons to invest time and money into your cake. Prepare for some mouth watering flavours and fabulous inspiration!
History of the Brides cake
Brides cakes date back to as far as Roman times before icing was even invented! Cakes took the form of a loaf of barely bread where the groom would eat some of the bread and then break the remainder over the bride's head signifying him breaking her into womanhood.
Overtime, the bread began to take more of a sweet form as tradition turned to pies filled with sweet breads or mince pies in which they used to hide a glass ring and the woman to eat it would be next to be wed!
It was in the late 19th century that a more traditional 'bride's cake' emerged that was generally a plum cake and it was quite a while before the traditional three tiered sponge white iced cake came into existence. Oh how things have changed drastically more recently!
Photocredit: Brides Dates
Decorations
The tradition of a three tiered white cake is long gone with colourful themed cakes, cakes made from chocolate flakes and cupcake cakes all making a stand. Try not to over decorate however, ribbons, roses, flowers, diamantes are all best in moderation. Sometimes less is more. Also, be careful if you are having a colourful cake as the icing sometimes may be a strange inedible colour!
As much as the cupcake cake is practical and fabulous to look at it also carries with it a more 'informal cake' feel so bear in mind what you are portraying to your guests.
Photo Credit: Heavenly Cakes
Flavours & Fakes
Depending on the number of guests attending the Brides will determine how many tiers of 'real cake' and 'fake cake' you will require. If you want a five tier cake, it doesn't all need to be edible! The great invention of polystyrene layers makes bigger cakes more feasible without great waste. It is important to note it won't save you a huge amount to use these 'fake tiers' as the pricing is in the decorating. When you have decided how many tiers will be 'real cake' you can decide on what flavours you require! Most cake companies will do nearly all flavours and if you have a particular requirement it will be entertained. Here are some suggestions: Fruit, carrot, coconut & lime buttercream, rainbow cake, lemon cake, red velvet cake, chocolate biscuit cake, chocolate fudge, victoria sponge, raspberry & white chocolate, Guinness & baileys, caramel, rocky road, coffee buttercream, mint chocolate biscuit, white chocolate biscuit, banana walnut, madeira and orange chocolate biscuit!
Photo Credit: Bake My Cake
Photo Credit: Brides Dates
Groom's Cake
This is a tradition dating way back that was generally used as a surprise for the groom from his bride on the day of the Brides depicting a part of his personality. Nowadays, groom's cakes are for the groom to assert his own mark on the day! They also make a great addition if you are having a weekend Brides and would like a cake for the event the day after!
Photo credit: www.Brideswindow.com
Alternates
Of course if cake isn't your thing and you really don't want to spend money on something you are just not passionate about there are alternatives out there. Have a cake made of circles of cheese, a profiterole tower or a delicious fruit dessert or a cake made of ice cream. Be creative if you are mixing it up a little bit, that way it will still stand out and make a statement. Photo Credit: Captureme.ie
Photo Credit: Pulse Mag
Points to consider
- It is important to research cakes, look through bridal magazines, on websites or photographs of others Bridess. You may not know what style of Brides cake you would like until you see lots of different variations.
- Collaborate ideas with your groom. The bride does get to do a lot of the choosing of certain things at Bridess so have your groom partake in this. The cake should reflect the personalities of both of you.
- Book your baker early! This will give you plenty of time to discuss your ideas with your baker as they are going to have plenty of inspiration for you. Make sure to visit Brides Fairs in the run up to your Brides as you can meet with bakers and avail of discounts.
Photo Credit: Heidi's Brides Cakes
- Be ware the truthful baker! This is a great thing as a baker is going to make you what you require, they are providing a service after all but they aren't going to create something that will look ridiculous both for the sake of your Brides and for the sake of their business.
- Be careful with what cake topper you choose, match it to your theme. If you are going classic don't stick a tacky topper on top. Fresh flowers make great alternatives to the traditional man and woman.
I hope you have gained some insight into why a fuss should be made over Brides cakes. I think they are a delight to research and be inspired by. Remember they don't have to break the bank, shop around for a good price and cut corners i.e. you may want 7 tiers but you do not need 7 tiers!!!!Happy cake surfing :)!
Photo Credit: Karina's Brides Cakes
Photo Credit: Heavenly Cakes
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Thursday, August 22, 2013
101 Cake Ideas- Reposted
Beautifully Crafted cakes.... from simple classic and exotic ones.... we just adore them
....these two below will go with our theme of green and yellow
velvet lace cake!!
yummy!
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Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Five Unique Brides Cake Ideas You Will Love!
Bridess are a time to go all out! The one day of your life you can plan around your favourite things and favourite people. One of the biggest elements of planning any Brides is the cake. These are a few ideas for Brides cakes that you can make yourself, and avoid the pitfalls of the plain, boring Brides cake that everybody expects.
Fondant Frosted Cake
Cake that is not cake 
Disguised Cake 
Frosting a cake is an acquired skill, and often one of the biggest and most surprising challenges to novice bakers. When it comes to frosting a large, multi-tiered Brides cake, frosting presents quite a trial when using traditional frosting. Fondant icing is becoming increasingly popular for Brides cakes. This particular frosting has a consistency close to dough and makes it very easy to work with as a base for a variety of different types of cakes. If you are afraid of not having the great taste you want, try looking for Buttercream Fondant.
Cake that is not cakeAs difficult as it is to believe, not everybody loves cake. If one or both of the parties getting married are not cake lovers, it is not unheard of for the Brides “cake” to be made out of decidedly non-cake ingredients. Cakes made out of ice cream, cakes made from fruit, bread, and even sushi have been done and done successfully. The sky’s the limit!
Disguised Cake Cake that is made to look like another food or object is becoming increasingly popular – and there is no reason you cannot use this idea for your own Brides cake. While cake that looks like a hamburger, a pair of shoes, or a handbag have all been used for Bridess, you can choose your own ambitious idea for a disguised cake.
Humorous Cake
A Brides is not a solemn occasion, so use your own unique style and sense of humour to inject something more into your cake. Some couples like to incorporate their shared sense of humour into their cake. Whether it is a broad joke everyone will appreciate, or an inside joke only the betrothed will understand, humour can and often does have a place in Brides confections.
Geeky Cake
Geek chic seems to take the cake these days at many events. Cakes made to look like video game consouls, science fiction characters, or even mathematical concepts are becoming increasingly common at modern Bridess.
These are a few different general ideas to inspire you to design the best cake for your Brides. Have fun brainstorming and deciding what suits you and your other half the best!
This is a guest post from Brooke Chaplan.
Photographs credits top to bottom: Simply Elegant Cakes, The Knot, Pink Cake Box, Flikr, Beau-Coup.
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Chocolate Brides Cake
Its all about details... Beautiful chocolate Brides cakes with detailed roses and calla lilies...
Yummy and beautiful!!
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Monday, February 4, 2013
Divine Mini Ombre Brides Cakes!
You all know I am a big cake fan {despite my wheat intolerance} so when I came across these delightful mini Ombre Brides Cakes I had to share them all with you!
Could these be the new 'cupcakes'?
Not only are they super cute but they are also very much on trend for 2013 with Ombre Colour Schemes being a huge hit with brides all over the world.
Will you serve your guests something like these in stead of Brides cake or cupcakes? {And can we have an invite if you do?}
Could these be the new 'cupcakes'?
Not only are they super cute but they are also very much on trend for 2013 with Ombre Colour Schemes being a huge hit with brides all over the world.
Will you serve your guests something like these in stead of Brides cake or cupcakes? {And can we have an invite if you do?}
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Sunday, October 28, 2012
Nigerian Brides- Wendy and Edward in Maryland, USA
Found this beautiful Nigerian Brides on Manaluchi bridal and decided to share with you.... It is chic and lovely! Enjoy
Photos by Kirth Bobb Photography
Photos by Kirth Bobb Photography
...getting ready
reception decor...beautiful!
lovely cake
dance
Picture Moments
Many Congrats to the couple!!
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