Kelly and James wanted a BIG wedding cake and came to me with an inpiration cake picture similar to this with lots of gold on it.  Shown here is her very own version of that cake.
Smooth buttercream icing is piped with repeating scroll pattern, then guilded with edible gold.  Huge (and perfectly shaped!) “Black Magic” roses with berries and a gold cake plateau complete the presentation.

Clients: Kelly and James, married Sept. 6, 2008 at Viansa Winery in Sonoma, CA 

Flavor: “Chocolate Divine”  - Devil’s Food Chocolate cake infused with Champagne, with Champagne Custard, Strawberry preserves and Dark Chocolate Truffle fillings and Vanilla Buttercream icing.

More details:

Beautiful flowers make SUCH a difference in the final look of a cake.  I am always so excited to see flowers such as these perfect Black Magic roses – so fresh and rich in color – with a nice textural complementary flower like the berries.  All of the care put into decorating a cake can be lost if the flowers placed on it are not top notch… so I always advise to make sure the there are plenty of flowers and they are in perfect condition… that way, your cake will be just right! 

Other reception details

Grand floral centerpieces with tall glass vases, crystals and lace

pretty reception tent draped ceiling with hanging lanterns

creative cork bases for the namecards rest on an impressive bed of Black magic roses

Dining tables nestled under the trees with twinkling lights.. image how pretty when the lights go down!

the “outdoor lounge” - cushioned benches with plenty of seating for guests to enjoy the evening air

Aren’t these the ”lawn balloons” COOLEST!  They were placed all around the wide lawn and illuminated for a romantic and funky lighting effect afterdark… loved ‘em!! 

The vineyard view – sunshine, olive trees and grapevines in early Fall…

Many thanks to Kelly and James for having me be a part of their beautiful wedding day. 

As always, comments are appreciated!