Modern brides want more than a traditional wedding cake—they want a show-stopping centerpiece that reflects their style, vision, and love story. At Wedding Unicorn, we stay ahead of the trends to create cakes that feel current, elegant, and unforgettable. Here are the top wedding cake trends modern brides can’t get enough of.
✨ Textured Buttercream
Smooth finishes are timeless, but textured buttercream is stealing the spotlight. Think soft waves, organic ridges, brushstrokes, and sculpted details that add depth and movement. This trend feels effortlessly elegant and pairs beautifully with modern, minimalist, and romantic wedding styles.
Textured buttercream creates a luxurious look without feeling overly formal.
Floating Tiers
Floating tiers are all about drama and dimension. By using hidden supports, tiers appear to “float,” giving the cake a light, modern, almost magical effect. This trend is perfect for couples who want something bold, artistic, and Instagram-worthy.
It’s architectural. It’s eye-catching. It’s unforgettable.
Metallic Accents
Gold, silver, pearl, and champagne accents instantly elevate a wedding cake. Whether brushed onto buttercream, hand-painted, or added through delicate detailing, metallics bring warmth, luxury, and a hint of glamour.
Modern brides love metallic accents because they add elegance without overpowering the design.
Fresh & Sugar Florals
Floral wedding cakes never go out of style—but today’s approach is more intentional and refined. Cascading blooms, single statement flowers, and delicately crafted sugar florals create a natural, romantic finish. Whether fresh or handmade, florals add softness and timeless beauty.
Paired with texture or metallics, florals become a true work of art.
A Cake That Feels Like You
Today’s modern bride chooses a cake that reflects her personality—not tradition alone. By combining texture, movement, metallic accents, and florals, Wedding Unicorn cakes are designed to feel luxurious, personal, and unforgettable.
Because your wedding cake should be just as extraordinary as your big day.