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Cake toppers make a comeback!
Unique and Custom Wedding Cake Toppers Make a Comeback
The wedding cake topper was dominant in U.S. weddings in the 1950s and represented togetherness, according to Wikipedia. It seems as though their popularity has dropped off in recent decades, with couples opting instead for decorative cakes using flowers (real and sugar), fruit, ribbon, cord and bows.
But just like bell-bottoms, tweed, hats and Patrick Dempsey, cake toppers are making a comeback, particularly because they last forever! Today, couples can find traditional, vintage, customizable or completely unique cake toppers to further infuse the event with their personality, style or theme.
A classic cake topper option is to use a monogram of your initials. Combine them with a little bling to add sparkle!
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Or skip the monogram and just go with the bling! Use beads, crystals, gems or pearls to add an elegant feel to the event.
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Another adorable idea is to use lovebirds or peacocks as a topper. These work particularly well with outdoor weddings, and can be even cuter if carried throughout the wedding as the theme. You can find all of these on Etsy.com (from left to right: Melker, Pincushion Princess, The Girl in Yellow, Sugar Rush Cakes).
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I have also seen a lot of butterflies, which I believe originated from a Martha Stewart concept.
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Of course, the traditional cake toppers featuring a bride and groom are still available in droves, and some even add a theme or humorous spin.
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Gay and lesbian couples fear not! I found a ton of same-sex toppers online, like this one from WeddingCollectibles.com.
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If you like the idea of a twosome topper but want it to look more like you and your mate, then you are in luck! There are many companies and individuals that will customize the couple for you.
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I am often a fan of “less is more,” which is why I also like toppers that symbolize the couple without actually trying to replicate them.
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And let’s not forget the quirky toppers! These can be a lot of fun, especially if they fit your couple personality and style!
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And lastly, I love these vintage-feeling toppers that incorporate a little flare!
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