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Brides and has been a writer and editor for over nine years. Gabby is the editorial director for Brides and has been a writer and editor for over nine years. The old saying, “It’s what’s on the inside that counts,” certainly applies to the naked wedding cake trend. No, you don’t have to blush at the sound of this dessert—this is one aspect of your wedding day where it’s totally acceptable to be in the buff. Naked cakes rose to popularity in 2013 as more bakers began to offer these creative confections. Most of our clients choose a naked or semi-naked design simply because they love the look and it fits the rustic or sometimes industrial theme of their venue and wedding reception,” says Ashley Lattier of Ashley Cakes.
A semi-naked cake follows the same style, with a bit more frosting on the cake. Ashley Lattier is the owner of Ashley Cakes, a boutique wedding cake studio based in North Carolina. But matching your wedding style isn’t the only benefit to this cake design. According to Lattier, it may also be the perfect option for those who aren’t huge fans of sweets or the couple looking to cut down on overall cake costs.
One con to keep in mind when it comes to naked wedding cakes is the potential for the cake layers to dry out before serving. Ready for some major naked cake inspiration? Here are 35 of our favorites. This unfrosted cake is dripping with a chocolate glaze and dotted with lush pink flowers and figs. This naked cake with fluffy white filling is topped with a bundle of pink-hued blooms and rosy-red strawberries. This is such a gorgeous option for a low-key outdoor wedding.