Do you really need a wedding cake?

A heartfelt chat from your local Surrey cake designer

Let’s be honest for a second.

Weddings are full of decisions. Big ones, small ones, and about a million in between. And somewhere along the way, someone will ask:

“Are you having a wedding cake?”

And maybe you’re not sure. Maybe you don’t even like cake (gasp! It’s ok - I’ll survive).

Or maybe you’re just wondering if it’s something you have to do or if it’s just another tradition people are clinging to.

I get it. Truly. I’ve heard every version of this question, and I love that more of you are thinking intentionally about every element of your day.

So today, let’s talk about it.

No, You Don’t Need a Wedding Cake…

There, I said it!

You can absolutely have a beautiful, meaningful wedding without one. But here’s the thing… A wedding cake is so much more than dessert.

It’s a moment.

It’s a memory.

It’s a little pocket of calm and joy in what can be a whirlwind of a day.

And if you value connection, beauty, and those meaningful little details - then I think you might love what a wedding cake can bring to your celebration.

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It’s Not Just Cake…

When couples tell me they’re unsure about including a cake, we talk about this:

🤍 It’s a moment of togetherness

Cutting the cake is one of those rare wedding moments where everything slows down. You pause. You laugh. It’s simple, but it’s shared. And I think that matters.

🤍 It creates magic in your photos

I’ve watched countless couples beam with pride beside their cake. It’s not vanity - it’s joy. You’ve poured your heart into your day, and now here’s this beautiful centrepiece that reflects your style and your story.

🤍 It can taste like your favourite memory

This is my favourite part. The cake doesn’t have to be a vanilla sponge and white icing (unless that’s your thing - in which case, let’s make it the best vanilla sponge you’ve ever had).

It can be spiced carrot, zesty lemon, white chocolate & raspberry. Flavours that remind you of cosy Sundays or summers in the garden.

But We’re Not Cake People…

Honestly? That tells me you haven’t found your cake yet.

Maybe you don’t want a towering showstopper. That’s ok.

Maybe you’d love a petite, elegant cake just for the two of you - or something to serve alongside cocktails and dancing later in the evening.

You may want it dressed in sugar flowers that echo your bouquet or a colour that quietly ties into your table styling.

Whatever feels right for you - that’s what I want to create.

 

From My Kitchen to Your Celebration

As a cake designer, I pour so much heart into every cake I make. Not just because I love cake (though I really love cake), but because I know what it represents.

It’s part of your love story. And if you decide to include one, I want it to be more than beautiful. I want it to be yours.

 

So… Do You Really Need a Wedding Cake?

No. You don’t need a cake.

But you might want one. And if you do, I’d be honoured to make it something truly special.

📩 Get in touch by clicking the button below if you’d like to chat about ideas, flavours, or whether cake belongs at your wedding (I promise a completely pressure-free conversation — just cake talk and good vibes).