Contemporary Wedding Cakes in Somerset
Each contemporary wedding cake created by Lydia Kraitman Cakes is designed as a study in balance, texture, and form. These bespoke contemporary wedding cakes in Somerset draw inspiration from architecture, fabric, and natural materials, resulting in designs that feel modern while remaining timeless.
Sculptural elements, structured tiers, and refined detailing are combined to create cakes that complement the atmosphere of the day, whether set within historic venues, modern spaces, or marquees.
Example prices are included for guidance and reflect designs created at the time.
Sculptural Draping and Sugar Pearls
Soft folds of sugar are shaped by hand to mimic the movement of fabric, inspired by the drape of a gown or the structure of a veil. Each fold flows naturally around the tiers, creating depth and a sense of gentle movement.
Delicate sugar pearl chains trace the contours of the design, enhancing its sculptural form. These contemporary wedding cakes balance modern structure with a romantic softness, echoing craftsmanship found in couture dressmaking.
Draped sugar folds with cascading pearls and florals, created in 2025, priced at £950.
Textural Layers
Layered surface work and tonal contrasts create depth and visual interest across each tier. Subtle patterns, fine piped detailing, sequinned textures, and sculpted sugar flowers are brought together to form designs that feel both luxurious and contemporary.
Sugar bows and floral elements soften the structure, adding a romantic note while maintaining a sense of restraint and balance.
Six-tier wedding cake featuring sugar florals, sugar bows, and layered textural finishes, created in 2025, priced at £1200.
Colour as a Statement
Modern wedding cakes increasingly embrace colour as a defining feature. From soft pastels to deeper tones, coloured fondant and painted finishes bring personality and expression to a design while remaining considered and cohesive.
Each shade is chosen with intention, often inspired by the venue, season, or floral palette. Whether subtle or bold, colour can transform the mood of a cake, creating a contemporary centrepiece that feels personal and confident.
Three-tier pale blue fondant wedding cake with floral lace texture and fresh flowers supplied by the florist, created in 2024, priced at £500.
Inspired Details
Design inspiration is often drawn from unexpected sources, including embroidered textiles, ceramics, hand-painted wallpaper, or architectural motifs. These influences are reinterpreted through pattern, texture, and tone, resulting in cakes that feel individual and expressive.
Each design celebrates craftsmanship and thoughtful detailing, transforming creative references into refined, edible forms.
Three-tier embroidered buttercream wedding cake with hand-piped floral motifs, created in 2024, priced at £650.
Bringing Your Design to Life
Contemporary wedding cake designs begin with inspiration - a texture, a pattern, or a detail that captures the mood of your celebration. During your consultation, we’ll explore your venue, colour palette, and creative influences, from fabrics and florals to architecture and stationery.
From these ideas, a sketch is developed to translate inspiration into form and finish, ensuring every element feels intentional and aligned with the atmosphere of your day.