{"id":5180,"date":"2014-09-29T00:09:15","date_gmt":"2014-09-29T01:09:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cake-geek.com\/?p=5180"},"modified":"2020-02-18T00:20:09","modified_gmt":"2020-02-18T00:20:09","slug":"black-wedding-cakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cake-geek.com\/index.php\/black-wedding-cakes\/","title":{"rendered":"Wedding Cakes in Black"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Black-tie has always been synonymous with stylish events, so when it comes to the latest wedding cake colour trends, black icing is sure to wow as the centrepiece of a glamorous wedding reception.<\/p>\n

Above we have two chic and elegant examples of black wedding cakes in fabulous, unique designs by Germany’s Pasteles Alma<\/a> (above left) complemented with dusky pink petal ruffles and by New York’s, Ron Ben Israel<\/a> dressed with beautiful floral appliques.<\/p>\n

Whether finished with simple floral decor or decorative gold motifs, a black iced wedding cake makes a eye-catching centrepiece, with perfect examples below from Innovative Cake Designs (left) and the Little Teacup Bakery (right).<\/p>\n

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A black iced cake creates a spectacular backdrop against which to set floral motifs, with two superb monochrome designs below from Nevie Pie Cakes<\/a> (left, image by Cristina Rossi Photography)<\/a> and Ron Ben Israel (for Martha Stewart Weddings<\/a>).<\/p>\n

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White lace set against black icing simply exudes elegance in the two superb\u00a0 cake designs below from Amelie’s Kitchen<\/a> (below left) and Sally’s Cakes<\/a> (below right).<\/p>\n

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Two more ultra chic cake designs with black icing overlaid with white edible lace by\u00a0Manal Cakes (left) and Tres Chic Cupcakes by ShamsD<\/a>, South Africa (right).<\/p>\n

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A contemporary styled spray of white orchids adds elegance to the sophisticated cake design below left by The Hobby Caker (left) and on the right, a fashion-inspired cake design with multi-sized pearl beads and showy feathers by Mira Que Tarta<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Extended tiers add further drama to the chic and sophisticated black iced wedding cake design below by Elsyia Root Cakes<\/a> via Style Unveiled<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Metallic effect embellishments add opulence to the dramatic black-iced cake designs below by Maggie Austin Cake<\/a> (left) and Way Beyond Cakes by Mayen<\/a> (right).<\/p>\n

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Gold piped embroidery detailing creates a lavish finish on the antique cake design by Ana Parsych<\/a> (below left), with a unique black beaded chevron design below right (image via Pinterest).<\/p>\n

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Opulent gold flourishes add wonderful dramatic effect when set against black icing in this stunning period cake design by Nadia & Co.<\/a> (image by Carey Ann Photography<\/a> via WedLuxe<\/a>).<\/p>\n

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Below, Meel Zuiker of\u00a0 The Netherlands have created a technically amazing theatre-themed cake in a wonderful demonstration of cake artistry.<\/p>\n

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Handpainted rose details add a soft, feminine touch to the vintage style wedding cake by Mon Cottage Cupcakes<\/a> (below left), with a unique bejewelled design in black icing accented with pinks and lavenders by Unusual Cakes For You<\/a> (below right).<\/p>\n

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Part 2 of our feature on black wedding cakes is coming up next: Chalkboard Cakes<\/a>.
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