A Wedding Cake Topper Story
Vintage Wedding Cake Topper
Decorating cakes with toppers goes back Hundreds of years .
How it started
Some believe that a baker created the tradition when he put figurines of his daughter and her groom on top of their wedding cake
The tradition of decorating wedding cakes with small figurines is thought to have began way back in the 19th century
Queen Victoria's wedding in 1840 is often credited with popularizing the tradition
Way Back then
Early toppers were often made of porcelain or bisque
They often depicted a couple in formal attire
The Evolution of Cake Toppers
Wedding Cake toppers have evolved over time to reflect changing cultural norms and individual preferences
Today, wedding cake toppers can be customized to resemble the Bride and Groom
There are now more options available to reflect the growing diversity in marriages including members of the LGBT community
Meaning
Cake toppers symbolize the couple's likeness, togetherness, and hopes and dreams for the future