7 Wedding Cake Trends That Will Be Huge in 2019

For a simple, inexpensive garnish that packs tons of drama, consider wrapping a tier of your cake in a swath of ribbon. (Bonus points if it's the same ribbon as your bouquet.) 

_{Photo: J. Sparks Photograohy; Cake: Cakes Couture}

With boho wedding style still dominating the industry, we’re seeing lots of textile motifs brought to life in frosting. Think: macramé, tassels and brocade-like trim. 

_{Photo: Autumn Cutaia Photography; Cake: Astonishing Cakes LLC}

First, it was naked cakes. Then it was nearly-naked cakes. But the most au courant in translucent dessert? Almost-dressed cakes, where just a bit of cakey goodness is peaking through ethereal layers of frosting—kind of like a powdered doughnut.

_{Photo: Lindsay Eileen Photography; Cake: The Cakery}

Calling all artist (or art-loving) brides: Colorful blobs of frosting—that resemble a beautiful, edible painter’s palette—are all the rage right now.

_{Photo: Poppyseed Photography; Cake: Sugar Lane Bakery}

For the classic bride who also likes to keep things current, consider trimming out your cake with beaded bands that look like whimsical strands of pearls. 

_{Photo: Flyaway Photography; Cake: CJ Callaways}

Many couples love the idea of a wedding cake moment…but not every couple actually loves cake. Solution: A pretty  miniature version for cutting (and frosting each other's nose). This allows for budget to be put toward more personalized sweets—like pies, doughnuts, macaroons or...

_{Photo: Mullinix Weddings; Event design: Events By Elle; Cake: Shining Stars Catering}

What can we say? The not-a-cake trends are taking over. Look to a gorgeous spread of candies and miniature treats as a genius way to subtly incorporate your wedding colors...and give guests a memorable moment.