How to Plan Your Summer 2026 Wedding Cake with Bloom and Crumb
Summer weddings are some of the most beautiful and memorable celebrations, and your wedding cake is a centrepiece that your guests will remember long after the day is over. If you’re planning a summer wedding in 2026, whether it’s at the Kew Garden Conservatory, Northbrook Park, or The Orangery in Mainstone, Kent, there are a few important things to keep in mind when designing your wedding cake. At Bloom and Crumb, we specialise in creating cakes that are not only delicious but also stable, stylish, and perfectly suited to your venue and season.
Here’s your ultimate guide to planning a summer wedding cake that will wow your guests and survive the warmer weather with ease.
1. Choosing the Right Cake Style for Your Summer Wedding
When it comes to style, summer weddings offer a chance to embrace fresh, vibrant, and seasonal designs. At Bloom and Crumb, we love creating elegant, fresh-flower cakes rather than sugar flowers or stenciled designs. Some of our favourite style elements for summer 2026 weddings include:
Tiered Cakes: Classic 2-3 tiered cakes work beautifully for summer weddings. They create an elegant focal point for your reception and can be designed to match your wedding colours and floral styling.
Fresh Flowers: Seasonal blooms like peonies, Icelandic poppies, dahlias, and other bright, cheerful flowers bring your cake to life. Fresh flowers also pair wonderfully with outdoor venues or conservatories.
White Chocolate Ganache: For summer weddings, it’s crucial to choose a stable cake coating that can withstand warmer temperatures. Our white chocolate ganache is perfect — it’s sturdy enough for outdoor receptions while still looking luxurious and smooth.
💡 Pro Tip: Think about how your cake will complement the other décor. If you’re having a conservatory wedding, a bright, floral cake will look amazing surrounded by natural light and greenery.
2. Flavours Perfect for Summer 2026
The warmer months are a fantastic time to explore fresh, light, and fruity cake flavours. At Bloom and Crumb, some of my favourites for summer weddings include:
Lemon Elderflower: Light, zesty, and refreshing — a quintessential summer flavour.
Vanilla and Wildberry: Sweet, tangy, and perfect for bright summer celebrations.
Vanilla and Passionfruit: Exotic, tropical, and full of punch.
We also offer bespoke flavour options for couples looking for something truly unique. Custom flavours are available for an additional cost, so you can create a cake that’s completely personalised to you and your partner.
💡 Tip for Couples: Think about your overall wedding menu. A lighter, fruit-based cake often pairs beautifully with a summer wedding breakfast or evening drinks.
3. Planning Your Wedding Cake Timeline
Timing is key when it comes to summer weddings. To make sure your cake arrives in perfect condition and looks stunning for your big reveal, here’s our recommended timeline for summer 2026 couples:
Initial Consultation: Start chatting with your cake designer at least 6–8 months before your wedding. Summer months (June–August) are our busiest, so early booking is essential.
Flavour & Design Tasting: Typically done 4–6 months before your wedding. This is your chance to choose your flavours, confirm tiers, and finalise flower styling.
Cake Delivery & Setup: On the day, I like to set up your cake 60–90 minutes before the wedding breakfast. This ensures it stays fresh and intact.
💡 Important Summer Note: If your drinks reception or photos are outdoors on a lawn, we’ll plan carefully so your cake doesn’t need to be transported in front of guests. Summer heat can be tricky, but with the right planning, your cake will stay perfect.
4. Considering Your Venue
Where you hold your wedding can affect cake design, transport, and setup. Here are some considerations for popular summer 2026 venues:
Kew Garden Conservatory: Light-filled spaces are perfect for floral cakes. We recommend placing your cake somewhere cool and shaded, with minimal direct sunlight.
Northbrook Park: If you’re having drinks outdoors, we’ll carefully plan the cake delivery so it remains stable during setup and is revealed at just the right moment.
The Orangery, Mainstone, Kent: Conservatories and orangeries are elegant and naturally warm spaces, so white chocolate ganache ensures your cake stays perfect throughout the day.
💡 Tip: Always consider where your cake will be photographed. Natural light in conservatories creates stunning photos, especially with bright, seasonal flowers.
5. Choosing Seasonal Flowers
Flowers are a key element of summer wedding cakes. At Bloom and Crumb, we focus on fresh, in-season blooms that complement your cake and décor:
Peonies: Soft, romantic, and perfect for a statement tier.
Icelandic Poppies: Bright, cheerful, and delicate.
Dahlias: Full, vibrant, and perfect for summer celebrations.
These flowers work beautifully with pastel and bright colour palettes and add a natural, effortless charm to your wedding cake.
💡 Tip: Avoid flowers that wilt easily in the heat. We carefully source blooms that will last through your photos and your cake-cutting moment.
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6. Cake Tiers and Portion Planning
For summer 2026 couples, tiered cakes are still the most popular choice. Here’s how to plan:
2-Tier Cakes: Perfect for small to medium weddings (50–80 guests).
3-Tier Cakes: Ideal for larger weddings (100+ guests) and gives room for more dramatic floral styling.
Top Tier Keepsake: Many couples choose to save the top tier for their first anniversary, a lovely tradition that works perfectly with fresh-flower styling.
💡 Tip: Consider the number of servings when selecting tiers. We’ll guide you on sizes to make sure everyone gets a slice!
7. Transporting and Serving in Summer
Summer weddings can be hot, so careful planning is essential. At Bloom and Crumb:
Cakes are transported in temperature-controlled conditions to ensure stability.
We avoid moving the cake once it’s set up to prevent accidents.
Setup is timed strategically — 60–90 minutes before your wedding breakfast is ideal.
💡 Tip: If your drinks reception is outdoors, plan a shaded, stable area for the cake. Your guests will love the reveal without you worrying about the heat!
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8. Booking Your 2026 Summer Wedding Cake
Summer 2026 is going to be busy, and our schedule fills quickly. If you’re planning a summer wedding in 2026, now is the perfect time to start planning your cake. We’ll work closely with you to choose flavours, tiers, floral styling, and timeline details that suit your day perfectly.
Next Steps:
Book your consultation with Bloom and Crumb.
Discuss your venue, date, and style preferences.
Taste flavours, finalise your design, and secure your summer 2026 cake!
💌 Call to Action: Contact Bloom and Crumb today to book your consultation for your 2026 wedding. Let’s create a cake that’s as beautiful and memorable as your special day!
