Planning & Inspiration
Decorating Cakes With Fresh Flowers
![Delicate white orchids adorn an elegantly simple cake.](https://www.brideandblossom.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/image32.jpg)
Delicate white orchids adorn an elegantly simple cake.
Fresh flowers bring so much beauty and romance to a wedding cake. It’s no wonder this look is trending. Decorating a cake with real blossoms is just one more way to bring nature’s vibrance to your celebration. Here are some wedding cakes wearing flowers we designed.
![Romantic cake with roses, wild flowers, dahlias and hydrangeas.](https://www.brideandblossom.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/image35.jpg)
Romantic cake with roses, wild flowers, dahlias and hydrangeas.
![Deep pink and cream garden roses on a tired wedding cake with floral piping.](https://www.brideandblossom.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/image34.jpg)
Deep pink and cream garden roses on a tired wedding cake with floral piping.
![Striking chocolate fondant cake with calla lillies.](https://www.brideandblossom.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/image36.jpg)
Striking chocolate fondant cake with calla lillies.
Inspiring photos of flower-adorned cakes are pinned all over the bridal blogosphere. I noticed questions and concerns about safety. While it’s true that many flowers are not edible, professional bakers and florists know behind-the-scenes tricks that ensure cakes stay pristine. Arrangements are often composed and attached to small platforms before being carefully placed upon fondant-covered tiers. Stems are wrapped or encased tiny tubes. Servers know to remove floral decorations as the cake is cut, so guests avoid stray petals. It’s wedding magic! Read More