The Return of Lambeth: How Vintage Piping is Defining 2025 Wedding Cakes
The Return of Lambeth: How Vintage Piping is Defining 2025 Wedding Cakes
There’s something about a wedding cake that feels timeless — an edible centrepiece that not only celebrates a couple’s love but reflects the mood and magic of their big day. In 2025, we’re seeing a return to something wonderfully nostalgic and unapologetically ornate: Lambeth-style piping.
If you’ve been browsing Pinterest or Instagram lately, chances are you’ve come across a few jaw-dropping cakes draped in intricate swirls, pearls, and scrolls. That’s Lambeth. And here at Bloom and Crumb, I am embracing this trend with open arms (and piping bags at the ready!).
What is Lambeth Piping?
Originating in the 1930s and named after British cake decorator Joseph Lambeth, this style is all about drama and detail. Think layers upon layers of over-piping, royal icing, and ornate decorations that bring instant grandeur to a cake. It’s vintage, yes — but in 2025, it’s also fresh, fun, and full of personality.
Why is it making a Comeback?
After years of minimalist wedding cakes dominating the scene (hello, semi-naked and single-tiered beauties), couples are craving something more expressive. Lambeth piping offers just that — a way to make a statement, infuse character, and add a sense of nostalgia to your celebration.
In a digital world, these cakes also photograph beautifully. The textures, the detail, the shadows — all of it plays perfectly on camera and makes for a scroll-stopping moment on social media.
How Bloom and Crumb Bring Lambeth to Life
At Bloom and Crumb, my take on Lambeth is elegant yet modern. While we love traditional white-on-white piping, we also explore bold colour palettes, heart-shaped tiers, piped pearls, and contemporary silhouettes that feel fresh rather than dated.
Whether you’re planning a chic London city wedding or a countryside celebration, we tailor every detail — from structure to decoration — to fit your aesthetic. Want a soft pastel palette with gold details? We can do that. Thinking all-white with piped initials and floral accents? That’s our sweet spot.
Tips for Couples Considering a Lambeth-Style Cake:
Start with a mood board. Think florals, fashion, stationery — it all helps create a cohesive design. You can have a look at my Pinterest here for some help.
Consider your venue. These cakes shine in classic, elegant spaces but can also contrast beautifully in industrial or modern settings.
Think beyond white. Pastels, jewel tones, and even ombré piping are beautiful ways to modernise the style.
Size it right. Lambeth cakes are dramatic by nature — they work well as multi-tiered showpieces, but a smaller heart-shaped version can be just as impactful.
Add texture. Piped pearls, ruffles, and scallops bring dimension and vintage charm to every slice.
Ready to Create a Cake That Feels Iconic?
If you’re dreaming of a wedding cake that feels as magical as your big day — ornate, unforgettable, and full of personality — let’s talk. At Bloom and Crumb, we’ll help you design a Lambeth-inspired wedding cake that blends vintage artistry with modern taste.
📩 DM us or get in touch via our website to start your cake consultation today!
Trending, timeless, and made to wow — the Lambeth cake is officially back, and we’re so here for it. 💍🍰
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