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23 of the Dreamiest Vintage Wedding Cake Ideas

Here are 23 vintage wedding cake ideas to inspire your delicious centrepiece.

Nothing says timeless romance quite like a vintage-inspired wedding cake.

Whether you love the elegance of lace piping, the whimsy of pastel palettes, or the charm of floral adornments, vintage wedding cakes are having a revival — and for good reason. These designs bring a sense of nostalgia and beauty that feels perfectly at home in any romantic celebration.

1. Lambeth-Style Piping

A white two-tier Lambeth cake with intricate piping and soft pink roses.

A classic design featuring over-the-top royal icing swags, scrolls, and flourishes.

2. Pastel Palette Cakes

Three-tiered pastel cake in pink and mint with sugar flowers and vintage pearls.

Soft hues like blush, lavender, and mint evoke old-world charm.

3. Lace Detail Icing

Ivory cake with delicate lace icing patterns and satin ribbon.

Piped lacework mimics vintage wedding dress fabrics.

4. Single-Tier Charm

One-tier vintage cake with buttercream florals and gold leaf.

Petite cakes perfect for intimate weddings.

5. Victorian-Inspired Florals

Vintage cake covered in sugar florals on a gold stand.

Think sugar violets, roses, and pansies in soft tones.

6. Cameo Cake Toppers

A blush cake with a fondant cameo topper framed by piped pearls.

Use antique-style cameos as edible or ornamental toppers.

7. Ruffled Buttercream

A two-tier cake with ivory buttercream ruffles and fresh blooms.

Create a romantic texture reminiscent of vintage fashion.

8. Art Deco Elegance

Black and gold cake with sharp Art Deco patterns and feathers.

Channel 1920s glamour with geometric icing and metallic accents.

9. China-Inspired Prints

Cake painted with delicate pink roses and blue china-style scrolls.

Hand-painted florals mimic vintage crockery.

10. Embroidered Icing

White wedding cake with floral embroidery piped in coloured icing.

Icing mimicking needlepoint adds a delicate, handmade look.

11. Satin Ribbon Trims

Ivory cake with pale blue satin ribbon and pearl drop accents.

Wrap each tier in vintage-inspired ribbon.

12. Scalloped Edges

Vintage white cake with piped scallops and soft florals.

Elegant and dainty, scalloped icing adds gentle texture.

13. Fresh Flowers

Buttercream cake with pressed edible flowers in pastel shades.

Use fresh flowers for an antique touch.

14. Brooch Accents

Cake adorned with sugar-crafted brooches and silk flowers.

Add vintage brooches (real or sugar-crafted) for sparkle.

15. Floral Cascade

Three-tier cake with a cascading trail of vintage-coloured blooms.

Overflowing florals in soft tones cascading down tiers.

16. Pearl Dots & Swags

Elegant ivory cake with pearl dots and draped icing swags.

Piped pearls give that soft, romantic finish.

17. Antique Gold Details

Ivory and gold cake with antique frames and delicate piping.

Gold-painted accents bring luxury and nostalgia.

18. Book Stack Cake

Wedding cake designed like stacked antique books with gold lettering.

Inspired by vintage novels and fairy tales.

19. Floral Painted Buttercream

Painted buttercream cake with soft floral strokes in pinks and greens.

Whimsical and artistic with a vintage flair.

20. Tinted Buttercream in Dusty Hues

Cake in dusty mauve with textured buttercream and vintage topper.

Use tones like dusty rose, sage, and lavender.

21. Chandelier-Inspired Design

Tall cake with hanging sugar crystals and piped scrolls.

Crystals, pearls, and ornate elements hanging from tiers.

22. French Country Elegance

Vintage-inspired cake with lavender sprigs and rough-edge icing.

Delicate florals with a rustic-luxe vibe.

23. Baroque Detailing

White and gold baroque cake with sculpted scrolls and florals.

Go opulent with gilded piping and dramatic motifs.

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Amy x

Owner of The Fabled Designs on Etsy – custom wedding stationery for your special day!

P.S. Craving more nostalgic wedding touches? Explore the blog for even more romantic vintage wedding inspiration!