So you’re looking for a vintage wedding cake design? I don’t blame you, a timeless and historic style cake is going to last the test of time. Not to mention that intricate, iced wedding cakes are bang on trend right now. Shall we take a look at the inspiration gallery?
Stunning Vintage Wedding Cakes
1. Lambeth Iced Cake
This Lambeth-styled iced wedding cake is so gorgeous. Featuring cherries on top of course.
Photo: Lauren Marchant Photography via Trafalgar Tavern Wedding Cake: Lily Vanilli
2. Buttercream Frills
A simple version of the Lambeth style cake is this gorgeous clean-cut iced finish. Complete with buttercream frills!
Photo: Matt Moore Photography via Bohemian Tipi Wedding Cake: The Goods
3. Towering Opulence
Take inspiration from eras gone by with a towering cake adorned in florals.
Photo: Hannah Miles Photography via llys Meddyg Wedding Cake: Sarah Carr’s Speciality Cakes
4. Simple & Chic
Classic, elegant and so very chic, this white 3-tier cake with a soft ribbon bow is effortless.
Photo: Francesca Francesca via Anthurium Wedding
4. Ruffle Pastel
This cake gives me the 50s vibes with its cute pastel tones and ruffles.
Photo: Hannah Brooke Photography via 90s Wedding Ideas Cake: @little.bit.of.heaven
5. 1920s Style
For a distinct style, choose the 1920s to inspire your wedding cake.
Photo: Gina Fernandes Photography via 1920s Wedding Ideas Cake: Rosehill Cake Studio
6. Square Tiers
Square cakes used to be really popular at weddings, so how about changing up the shape of your sponge?
Photo: Katherine Ashdown Photography via Holkham Hall Wedding Cake: The Little Sugar Rose
7. Delicate Piping & Cherubs
Pillars used to be a go-to for wedding cake designs, how about adding them to bring a vintage touch?
Photo: Danielle Smith Photography via Brewerstreet Farmhouse Wedding Cake: Heart Of Cake
8. Renaissance Vibes
Look to art or architecture for the perfect vintage cake inspiration. This cake adds a modern twist with a watercolour, drip-style effect.
Photo: Three Flowers Photography via Modern Pub Wedding Ideas Cake: Victoria’s Cake Couture
9. Buttercream Swirls & Toppers
Buttercream icing looks fantastic, especially when using texture. Plus add some classic toppers for a vintage touch.
Photo: Lunalee Photography via Enchanting Industrial Winter Wedding Cake: Cake Hag
10. 1930s Pattern
How about looking at old clothing or fabric patterns to inspire your cake icing design? I love this 1930s style cake.
Photo: Claire Macintyre Photography via Vintage 1930s Wedding Cake: Fat Cakes Design
11. Decadent Baroque
This ornate cake in rich gold and navy looks the part for sure.
Photo: Kate Gray Photography via Jewel Tone Velvet Wedding Ideas Cake: Melissa Woodland Cakes
12. Pretty Blooms
For a chintzy vintage cake idea, go pastel with sweet iced flowers.
Photo: Laura Jane Photography via Bridal Shower Ideas Hen Party Cake: Iced Delights Cakes
13. Fondant Fancy
Take a retro treat and supersize it into a wedding cake. Yum!
Photo: Darima Frampton Photography via Edmondsham House Wedding Cake: Loopy Lyns
14. Painted Cake
For a soft and romantic idea, choose a painted floral cake.
Photo: Carn Patrick via Beamish Hall Wedding Cake: Sadie May Cakes
15. Sugar Flowers
I love how this sugar flower cake has a vintage print feel to it. It could have come from a painting, fabric or even vintage wallpaper. So gorgeous.
Photo: Sophie Ruck Photography via Modern Springtime Wedding Ideas Cake: The Cake Queen
16. Textural Lines
The delicate stripes in this cake make it super unique teamed with flowers.
Photo: Tess Lucas Photography via Peach Yellow Lilac Wedding Ideas Cake: Kake by Darci
17. Silver Cake Stand
Using a silver cake stand straight away gives a cake a vintage nod. Isn’t this bake a beauty?
Photo: Wildly In Love via Knowle Manor Wedding
18. Autumnal Style
Adding a seasonal floral design to an intricate cake makes it fit in well with a colour scheme such as this autumn cake design.
Photo: Grace Dove Photography via Autumn Leaf Wedding Cake: Cake Daydreams
19. Rustic Pearl
I love the handmade feel of this rustic pearl cake which is pretty as a picture.
Photo: Matt Horan Photography via Willow Marsh Farm Wedding
20. Monochrome Glamour
For a touch of Hollywood glamour, go monochrome with pearls and a statement flower.
Photo: Rosetta Li Weddings via Loft Wedding Ideas Cake: Sweetlife by Monita
21. Black Tie
If you’re having a black tie, elegant wedding theme, this cake is so perfect!
Photo: Matt Horan Photography via Winter Wedding West Mill Cake: hellocake.uk
22. Traditional Three Tier
For a traditional cake, go for a fruit cake with white icing, flowers and ribbon.
Photo: Becky Weir Photography via Springhead Trust Wedding Day
23. Gothic Beauty
Isn’t this gorgeous black cake so beautiful with its flowers and personalisation?
Photo: Taylar-Jayde Photography via Black Wedding Ideas Cake: Cakes by P
24. Gilt Frame
This vintage-style cake looks like it has its own golden framed artwork. So special.
Photo: New Forest Studio via Pylewell Park Wedding Cake: The Rose On The Cake
25. Separate Tiers
A classic vintage effect has to be the separate tiers. This is a great option for catering for different dietary requirements too.
Photo: Maximilian Photography via Norway Wedding Cake: Aages Bakeri AS
26. Ribbon & Pearls
You could just imagine your grandparents having had a cake like this one. So sweet!
Photo: Cat Lane Photography via Classic Summer Pastel Wedding
27. Retro Texture
And, finally, here is my own wedding cake. We went for a rainbow sponge with retro piped buttercream for a vintage look. It tasted as good as it looks!
Photo: Alexa Loy via Our Wedding Reception Cale: Minkiemoo Bakery
There you have it, all the vintage wedding cake ideas you’ll ever need to find your perfect design. Delish!
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