This wedding season has been a fascinating one in The Orchid Kitchen – not because every cake has looked the same, but precisely because they haven’t. Each commission has reflected the couple behind it: their taste, their vision, their priorities for their day.
Some cakes have been sleek and architectural, stripped back to clean lines and subtle texture. Others have embraced movement and softness – ruffles, delicate sugar work, and a sense of lightness that catches the eye from across the room. I’ve worked with bold, modern colour palettes, and I’ve worked with timeless, neutral tones. The variety has been striking, and it’s exactly what I love about my work.
There’s a lot of talk in the wedding industry about “finding your niche” or sticking to one recognisable style. My approach is different. The through-line in my work isn’t a single visual signature – it’s a commitment to modern, thoughtful design and the highest quality ingredients. I’m interested in innovation and detail, not repetition. That means my cakes look and feel different from one another, because the couples they’re made for are different. Every cake I create is developed from scratch: design concepts tailored to the couple’s aesthetic and flavour profiles built around their preferences. I work exclusively with ingredients I’d be proud to serve in a fine dining setting, because flavour should never be an afterthought.
This season has been a reminder that “style” doesn’t have to mean “the same every time.” It can mean understanding the principles of great design and great flavour, and applying them in new, inventive ways for each wedding. For my couples, that means a cake that’s not just beautiful – it’s theirs.
If you’re currently planning your wedding and want a cake that reflects you, your style, and your tastes – without compromise on quality – I’d love to hear your ideas. The most exciting designs often start with a conversation.
Because in the end, your cake shouldn’t look like mine. It should look like yours – and taste unforgettable.
