The Celestial Galaxy Cake
-- see the feature --In a galaxy far, far away... is this gorgeous celestial wedding treat that entranced us all and made us dream among the stars.
Photography: Elizabeth Friske Photography | Venue: Lesner Inn | Cake: E and E Special Events | Linens: Waterford Event Rentals
The Sweet Mini Cake
-- see the feature --It was an itsy bitsy teenie weenie gold and pink feathered mee-ni, and Pinterest loved it! With its sugar rose topper made for one, we can surely have more than one bite, right?
Photography: Andrew and Tianna | Venue: The Mill at Fine Creek | Coordination: Just Dandy Events | Rentals: Paisley and Jade | Sweets: Rachel Bakes
The Mint Ruffle Cake
-- see the feature --Hello, ruffles for days! With the trend of ruffles in wedding dresses not going anywhere, it's no wonder this was a favorite in its minty hue.
Photography: Lindsay Collette | Venue: Inn at Warner Hall | Event Coordination: As You Wish Events | Florals: Jeff's Flowers | Sweets: Cakes by Charlie
The Momofuku Confetti Cake
-- see the feature --Any New Yorker knows the gloriousness that is a Milk Bar Momofuku cake. Made famous for its confetti naked cakes (before naked cakes were a thing) and chunky crumbs of cake, we personally loved seeing this local couple bring in their favorite from out of town, especially something as iconic as this one!
Photography: Stephanie Yonce Photography | Coordination: Cherry Blossom Planning Factory | Venue: Half Moone Celebration and Cruise Terminal | Rentals: Distinctive Event Rentals | Cake: Milk Bar NYC
The Ruffles and Sequins Cake
-- see the feature --Trendy and sweet, this wedding cake is picture perfect for any modern couple that has a heart for sequins and ruffles with a touch of romance.
Photography: Shannon Moffit Photography | Reception Venue: Boathouse at Rocketts Landing | Event Planning: Tomeisha Dean | Florals: Black Creek Flowers | Cake: Couture Cake Creations
The Cheery Watercolor Cake
-- see the feature --Soft, yet bold pastels make this vibrant watercolor cake every coastal lover's dream!
Photography: Molly Lichten Photography | Venue: The Oyster Farm at Kings Creek | Event Planning: Sunkissed Events | Florals: Fluttering Flowers | Cake: Cake Delights
The Quilted Hydrangea Cake
-- see the feature --Simple and sweet, hydrangeas take the centerstage on this cake as a soft quilted pattern on the bottom tier gives some light texture to an instant classic.
Photography: Kelley Stinson Photography | Venue: The Historic Obici House | Event Planning: Misty Saves The Day | Florals: Kathy Forrest Design | Cake: Whipped Up By Mimi | Rentals: Mad Hatter Vintage Rentals | Linens and Rentals: Distinctive Event Rentals
The Luxuriously Romantic Cake
-- see the feature --Some cakes are yummy, some cakes are beautiful, and some cakes are just mind-blowing works of art. This one has it all! With a structural, yet whimsical topper and golden bas relief roses, we can't stop staring at this luxe beauty. Get this a gilded frame stat!
Photography: Lissa Ryan Photography | Venue: Dover Hall Estate | Design & Coordination: Claire Duran Weddings & Events | Cake: Sweet Fix
The Modern Tropical Cake
-- see the feature --Marbled and modern in design, this shimmery tropical sweetie is perfect for any warm weather celebration. The pop of colorful blooms just makes it even more lovely!
Photography: Elizabeth Henson Photos | Venue: Virginia Zoo | Event Design: Raise The Ruth Events | Florals: Leslie Hartig Floral Design | Cake: Cakes by Chelsi Davis | Rentals: Classy Event Rentals
The Industrial Concrete Cake
-- see the feature --Industrial wedding details give us a surprisingly beautiful hard edge on wedding aesthetic, so this concrete-inspired wedding cake is a nice take on masculine and modern especially when decorated with delicate flowers.
Photography: Lindsey Lyons Photography | Venue: Historic Jasmine Plantation | Florals: I Do Weddings with Love | Design and Decor: Chic Unique Vintage Rentals | Event Coordination: Colonial Heritage Club and Illumination Events Studio | Cake: Kadi Bakes
The Color-Coordinated Popsicles
-- see the feature --It's not a cake and it's not a pie! It's the simple, yet oh so playful popsicle that makes a perfect treat for a summer wedding! We especially loved that this couple color-coordinated their flavors with their wedding colors.
Photography: Don Mears Photography | Venue: Historic Mankin Mansion | Florals: The Green Flamingo | Popsicles: King of Pops
The Wintry White Cake
-- see the feature --Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow... with this cake in the foreground! We're total fans of winter weddings around here, and textured cakes with silver brunia snuggled around it is a snowy dream.
Photography: Erin Kling Photography | Coordination: Elevated Events of Virginia | Venue: Upper Shirley Vineyards | Florals: Flowers Make Scents | Cake: Heritage Bakery & Cafe
Stay tuned as we continue to share the rest of Best Of 2017!
