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!
Further Reading
34 Floral Wedding Cake Ideas
Wedding Dessert Table Ideas
30 Wedding Cupcake Ideas
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