Looking for that something special to adorn your wedding cake? We hope to be your “one stop shop” for anything related to this topic, and not only will we be discussing a bit of the background of toppers, and the various types, but also where you will be able to obtain some of the most popular ones. Ready? Let’s get started…
Let’s start off with a more “formal type of a description”. A wedding cake topper is a small model, often made out of plastic, that sits on top of the wedding cake. It normally depicts the couple being married, often wearing formal wedding attire.
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With the description out of the way, let’s look into the history of these little models. While the exact origins of the first model or figure on top of a wedding cake are not known, it is known that this tradition dates back to at least 100 years ago. In one tradition, as the story goes, the daughter of a bake was getting married. She asked her dad to make a token of the love that they felt for each other so that the whole world could see. After careful consideration, and several attempts, the baker came up with an idea…he would put two small figurines on top of the happy couple’s wedding cake. Symbolizing them, it would be a symbol of the love that they shared for each other.
On the day of the wedding, the cake and surprise “topper” were revealed. The daughter was so overjoyed that she placed the cake in the center of her wedding.
Now while there is no way to verify this story, it does show the prominence that wedding cake toppers are taking in the wedding ceremony.
By the 1950’s vintage wedding cake toppers had become extremely popular, representing the “togetherness” of the couple getting married.
Over the years, toppers have continued in popularity, but they have changed with the times as well. For example, you can now get wedding toppers in various ethnic races, and also same sex toppers are available as well. There is also a little cottage industry that develops humerous wedding toppers, such as those depicting a bride holding her groom so he doesn’t run away from the wedding, In another humorous model, the bride is carrying her groom away from the wedding by the scruff of the neck. Some toppers even depict the hobbies of the couple getting married.
If you are looking for everything from traditional wedding cake toppers to contemporary wedding cake toppers you have come to the right place. In subsequent posts we will not only be providing more details on the wonderful world of cake toppers, but highlighting some of the more popular ones, along with where you can obtain them. So welcome…and enjoy…
As far as traditional wedding cake toppers are concerned, these designs have stood the test of time.
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The “Contentment” Calla Lily Porcelain Cake Topper features a bride and groom figure in a warm embrace. The love between the couple can clearly seen reflected in the tender touch of the bride’s hand upon the groom’s face. The groom gingerly holds his bride’s waist. The bride is elegantly dressed in a strapless wedding gown, while the groom is wearing a tuxedo with tails. A handmade bouquet of calla lilies is added as a floral enhancement to the overall design. Specifications are:
a) Dimensions: 7” x 3 ¾”
b) Handcrafted fine porcelain
c) Hand painted
d) Weighs 0.75 lbs.
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The “Ebony Enchantment” Porcelain African-American Cake Topper shows a beautiful princess who has found her Prince Charming. This enchanting African-American cake topper will make a lovely addition to any wedding cake. The bride is dressed in a flowing white gown, with “off-the-shoulder” ruffles, lace trim, and a flowing veil. The flower additions of a beautiful pink bouquet, and roses in her hair, add a splash of color. Complementing the bride, the groom is wearing a black tuxedo and bowtie with a pink boutonniere. A fairy-tale couple is the perfect complement to a wedding cake. The features and facts are:
a) Dimensions: 6 1/2″ x 3 1/2″
b) Handcrafted porcelain
c) Hand painted
d) Weighs 0.55 lbs.
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The “First Kiss” Bride and Groom Cake Topper shows the happy couple sharing their first kiss as man and wife. This kiss can have you dancing on a cloud. Celebrate this emotion with this elegant cake topper that highlights the happy couple. The slender bodies of these faceless figurines are positioned in a graceful embrace. Their hands and lips (along with their hearts) connect with unmistakable joy…ready to dance the night away. The bride is wearing a stylish white strapless gown with shoulder-length veil. The groom is wearing a dapper black tuxedo. They beautifully reflect the contemporary spirit of a couple starting their life of wedded bliss.
Features and facts are:
a) Topper measures 6″ tall.
b) Made of poli-resin.
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The “Sweet Embrace” African-American Cake Topper shows the romantic African-American bride and groom in a loving embrace. Celebrating their first kiss as husband and wife, this happy couple are ready to dance the night away. The bride is wearing a stylish white strapless gown with a shoulder-length veil. The groom is wearing a dapper black tuxedo. They are both aptly dressed to reflect the contemporary spirit of the couple they represent. Here are some more facts and figures:
a) The model stands 6 ½” tall.
b) The contemporary design is made of poly-resin.
Traditional weddings are beautiful and nice, but sometimes it’s desirable to add a few modern touches to your wedding. You could get married at the beach, or perhaps by an Elvis impersonator in Las Vegas, but there are other ways as well. For example, how about updating that cake topper design on your wedding cake? We have come across quite a few that we thought you might like. Here are some “modern” twists on the cake toppers theme.
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This cake topper will add not only a “modern feel” but a bit of abstract art to any wedding. It’s made of porcelain, but what is porcelain anyway? Porcelain is a very hard and translucent white ceramic which has been manufactured in Ancient China (hence the name “Fine China”), since the 600’s AD.
The “Circle of Love” Porcelain Cake Topper (shown in the photo to the left) displays the circles of both life and love intertwining. It’s an abstract design in which showcases the rounded arms of the porcelain couple add a different twist. Both contemporary and unique, it can be forever displayed in your home as a special reminder of that special wedding day. Technical Specifications are:
a) It is made out of porcelain.
b) It stands 7 inches tall.
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The Traditional Script Brushed Silver Asian Double Happiness Cake Top features:
a) Asian double happiness symbols (in traditional script).
b) Can be used not only on a wedding cake, but other decorations as well.
c) Measures 4 inches in height.
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You can salute the armed services with the classic Marine Cake Topper. This vintage-inspired model depicts a proud young Marine dressed to the hilt in his dress blues with his sweet blonde bride at his side, holding his arm. They are ready to take their wedding vows…starting their life together. The bride is dressed in a beautiful white gown with a tulle veil, and is holding a white bouquet of flowers.
This fine porcelain statue measures: 7 1/2″ high x 4 3/4″ wide.
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The “Unity” Double Heart Porcelain Cake Topper features one heart enveloping the other, symbolizing that the hearts of the bride and groom will be forever intertwined…beating as one. Crafted from fine porcelain, the smaller heart gently hangs inside the larger one…a simple design, yet it speaks volumes.
After removing this special topper from the cake on the “big day”, you will be able to proudly display it in your home.
The technical specifications are:
a) Design is crafted from matte white porcelain.
b) The double-heart design stands 6 inches tall.
A wedding is a time to remember. Not only the actual ceremony itself, but all the events leading up to it. What about those bachelor and bachelorette parties?
People love to laugh. Who wrote it in stone that all cake toppers have to be traditional and serious? Why not add a bit of humor to the occasion with a humorous cake topper? For example, a bachelorette party? Here are some fun and playful additions that you can add to any party pertaining to the wedding occasion…
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Now I Have You Figurine
The Now I Have You Figurine is definitely good for a laugh. Shown in the photo to the left, the figure depicts a bride dragging her hapless groom back to the wedding altar by the collar of his tuxedo. He is not making it easy…sitting down all the way back… 
It measures: 4 1/4″ high x 3 3/4″ wide (base).
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Bride Having the Upper Hand
The Bride Having the Upper Hand figurine is old-fashioned fun for any of the bride’s parties up to the big day. Shown in the photo to the left, it depicts the bride hauling her “runaway groom” back to the alter for the continuation of the ceremony. He appears to be putting up a bit of a fight, but his face shows the emotion of “I’ve been caught this time”.
This whimsical and hand-painted porcelain statuette would make a great topper for either a cake or cup cake tower. It measures 5 1/2 inches tall.
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Whimsical Sitting Bride and Groom
Give your wedding cake or cup cake tower the topping it deserves with the Whimsical Sitting Bride and Groom Cake Topper. Hand-painted, this porcelain statuette shows the happy young couple sitting down and resting after the wedding ceremony. Both look exhausted as they share in that first kiss after their wedding vows. Notice their feet? They are not wearing any shoes (or socks for that matter). This adds a bit of intimacy between the two, ready to chart the course of their live together…
This figure measures 5 inches tall.
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Oh no you don't figurine
The Oh No You Don’t Figurine (shown in the photo to the left) is the perfect centerpiece for a bachelorette party, or similar occasion. This humorous cake topper shows the bride grabbing for her man as he tries to run away from the alter. This cute little figurine makes a great wedding keepsake for both bride and groom.
This topper measures 4 1/4 inches high x (base) 6 inches wide x 3 inches long.
Why buy a cake topper “off the shelf” so to speak when you can add a bit of personalization to your wedding cake? There are various ways to make your topper unique, such as imprinting your initials, or name, or the wedding date, or “whatever”. Here are a few ideas that we came across that we think you might like. Enjoy…
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What’s a monogram? Technically speaking, a monogram is a stylistic device composed of small ornaments and letters. The shape is usually a compact square or rectangle.
The very charming Brushed Silver Monograms collection shown in the photo features all 26 capital letters of the English alphabet, and the ampersand (“&”) symbol as well.
Now you can express your creativity and individuality by creating your own cake topper. Why not choose the first letters of your name? For Linda and John, L & J would work just fine…
NOTE: Letters are sold individually.
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Do you like rhinestones? What are they anyway? Well, rhinestones are relatively inexpensive pieces of jewelry, generally made from glass, paste, acrylics, or gem quartz. They were originally rock crystals from the shores of the Rhine River in Austria (hence the name “RHINEstone”).
TheRhinestone Cake Letters topper shown in the photo to the left adds a touch of excitement to any wedding! Comprised of metal letters decorated with Swarovski crystals, it will look amazing amongst the reception decorations. You can customize the look by:
a) pairing two letters with the heart.
b) pairing two letters with the ampersand.
c) Or form a monogram using three letters.
NOTE: Letters are sold individually. See multiple images for alphabet chart.
The letters, heart, and ampersand measure 3 inches tall with 2 1/2 inch spikes.
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Acrylic is a clear plastic that resembles glass in many ways. The Personalized Acrylic Heart Cake Top shown in the photo to the left adds a modern hint to an old “cake topper” tradition. It can be personalized with a bubble heart design by either:
a) two 12 character first names and wedding date
or
b) 3 letter script monogram.
Either at no extra cost.
It measures 4″ X 4″.
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The Personalized Acrylic Square Double Heart Cake Top will add a “touch of class” to any wedding. It’s the perfect finishing touch for any wedding cake. The “double hearts design” (symbolizing two hearts beating as one) can be engraved with:
a) Two 12 character first names and date.
b) 3 letter monogram.
c) 1 block initial.
Each of these at no extra charge.
It measures 4 inches x 4 inches.