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Micro weddings will continue to dominate in 2021. While COVID-19 vaccines are being rolled out across the world, we are not quite out of the woods yet and it’s best to be safe than sorry.

For those planning to marry in 2021, a micro wedding or an elopement is the perfect option. However, with such a small guestlist there is no need for a traditional large wedding cake.

Skip the tiers and go for a small, single-tier cake that caters to your reduced guests. This will also save you some money as well as prevent wastage.

Fear not, you can still have fun with the design on a small cake. Here are some stunning convections we are loving:

 

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Pink is one of the most romantic colours out there. The innocent sister of sultry red, pink shades are soft and subtle yet powerful at the same time.

This hue is perfect for spring and summer weddings, as it complements a lighter colour scheme. Pair with gold for a more regal feel, or go bold with reds for a unique finish. Of course, using varying shades of pink is also always sweet.

Here are some pretty in pink cakes to inspire your own:

 

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Queen Elizabeth’s wedding cake earned itself the nickname “the 10 000 mile cake” after many ingredients had to be flown into England. This is because the big day took place shortly after WWII, and rationing was still in place.

However, this nickname has a double meaning, as the cake travelled far distances after the wedding as well.

The wedding cake made for The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh’s 1947 wedding was a2.7 metre, 226 kg fruitcake, which featured four tiers and produced 2 000 slices that went to the wedding guests as well as nearby charities and organisations.

After the big day, one layer was preserved for the future christening of their first child, and another layer was sent to Australia to give thanks for the dried fruit flown in from the area. It has just been revealed that a slice of the wedding cake was also sent all the way to Nigeria.

UK-based charity Lepra, an international charity working to beat leprosy, recently tweeted out that their patron, The Queen,  helped sponsor children affected by leprosy through Lepra’s child adoption programme. She adopted one such girl named Budesta in 1956, thus ensuring she could continue her education and live a life of hope and freedom.

The Queen’s official Twitter account responded and said that she also sent a slice of the wedding cake to the girl guides at the Itu leprosy settlement in Nigeria.

Now that’s a sweet gesture.

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Not one for wedding cake? There are so many unique alternatives that will please your sweet tooth. Among them is the macaron tower, a luxurious treat that stands proud.

The beauty of macarons, like cake, is that it comes in so many delicious flavours. Match your tower to your wedding colours for synchronicity. While macaron towers are perfect on their own, but those wanting an extra special touch can add florals to elevate it.

Macarons don’t come cheap, neither do wedding cakes. This may be a more affordable alternative for those lacking a big budget,

Here are some terrific towers to inspire your own.

 

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The most romantic day of the year is quickly approaching. Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love in all its forms, making it the perfect day for a wedding.

If you’d like to incorporate themes from this day into your wedding, the easiest way to do so is with your colour scheme. Red, pink and white are classic Valentine’s Day colours because they represent passion and romance.

Of course, the heart shape and Cupid’s arrow are both eternal symbols of this holiday too. Incorporating these shapes are a little more on the nose, but still super sweet.

Here are some wedding cakes full of the Valentine’s Day spirit:

 

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As the COVID-19 pandemic contonies, wedding vendors are looking for easier ways to continue hosting events in a safer way. One easy way is to eliminate crowding and contact.

Throw the cake out of the window and opt for individually-sized desserts. These single portions are easier to serve and reduce the need for multiple hands to touch a knife in order to cut a cake, which is perfect in these times.

These individual cakes ar essentially cupcakes, except they are not served in cupcake holders and replicate the look of a full cake. No need to skip your original wedding cake vision, you can still stick with the colours and style although on a smaller scale.

Here are some sweet treats your guests will love:

 

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It’s a new dawn, it’s a new day, it’s a new trend. The wedding world is constantly evolving, and what was hot a few years ago can easily be replaced.

Whether you want to be on-trend or simply enjoy staying abreast with the latest styles, it’s a good idea to become familiar with the designs predicted to be super popular for wedding cakes in 2021.

While it may change in size, taste and appearance, cakes will always be a wedding tradition. Here are the styles expected to be big in 2021.

Gesture cakes / skinny cakes

Gesture cakes are mini, affordable cakes that still hold the essence of tradition but won’t create a massive hole in your bank account. It’s generally the size of a normal cake one may have at a birthday party. For those having micro-weddings, this option is perfect. With the COVID-19 pandemic, couples will have to downscale their weddings so it makes perfect sense to opt for a smaller cake as well. You won’t have a ton of cake go to waste and get to save some money in the process.

Keep it simple

Naked cakes have been all the rage for the last few years, and it seems this trend will not leave. Rustic-inspired cakes adorned with subtle floral detail and greenery will continue to be massively popular, and reflect the paired-down wedding experience of 2021.

Art deco

While simple often reigns supreme, we also expect a massive resurgence of 1920s inspired Art Deco cakes. Think geometric shapes, bold lines and rich colours. Darker hues like black, navy and gold work best for this trend.

Single-serve desserts:

Throw the cake out of the window and opt for individually-sized desserts. These single portions are easier to serve and reduce the need for multiple hands to touch a knife in order to cut a cake, which is perfect in these times.

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A wedding is a happy, fabulous and colourful time and nothing reflects joy as well as cupcakes. You don’t have to have a wedding cake if that is not your jam.

Cupcakes are easy, more practical and might be preferable for those who would like to take them home. It also makes more sense in a COVID-19-era to offer guests individual desserts they can pick by hand instead of all sharing from one cake.

Here are some delightful cupcake-inspirations to get your mouth watering.

 

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Marble has been having a moment for the last few years. From home design and fashion, this unique metamorphic rock has inspired an enduring trend. It has even entered the wedding world.

The best thing about marble is that it works for many different aesthetics, depending on what you pair it with. You can truly go as hard or as subtle as you want. Add bright botanicals for a garden party, or roses for a romantic look. Opt for unique geometric shapes for a more modern take or a geode texture for a more alternative feel.

Here are some magnificent marble cakes to inspire you:

 

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Got a special island wedding planned? Or even if you can’t have the destination wedding of your dreams, you can bring the island vibes to your special day with some tropical-inspired touches.  

Bring your wedding cake to life with some fun and fancy tropical extras. A tropical theme is all about bright, fun colours, from vivid greens to sharp yellow, any bold hue will work. Of course, you’ll need to incorporate flowers of some kind. If you’re hosting a destination wedding, use a popular local flower. Otherwise, palm leaves will work perfectly.

If you’re not into the botanical look, you could also use items like coconuts or pineapples to complete the feel.

Here are some stunning cakes to inspire you:

 

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