Part of our planning meeting is to discuss traditions like cutting the wedding cake. If cutting the cake is something you want to do at your event, we would like to help make sure your experience is as you dreamed, and the pictures turn out amazing.
A Tradition That Goes Way Back
The origins of the wedding cake date back to ancient Rome, when weddings concluded with the groom breaking a loaf of barley bread over the bride's head. Guests would scramble to pick up the crumbs in order to take home some of that good luck.
Our modern version of cutting a cake and having your guests eat that isntead of bread off the ground certainly seems more reasonable. But the symbolism of sharing something sweet with your guests remains. The cake cutting is a moment to celebrate your new life together and share that joy with the people you love.
Making the Cake Cutting Your Own
Over the centuries the cake cutting has evolved into one of the most photographed moments of the reception. Today couples use it as a chance to show off their personality, and there's no single "right" way to do it. Here are some of the most popular approaches we've seen at events:
The Classic Cut & Feed
The couple makes the first slice together — one hand over the other on the knife — then gently feeds each other a bite. It's a sweet, timeless moment that photographs beautifully. If you go this route, have your photographer ready and take your time. There's no rush.
The Smash (With Love)
Some couples playfully smash a bit of cake on each other's face. If you're both game, it can be a hilarious highlight of the night. A word of advice: talk about it beforehand so nobody is caught off guard — and keep it light. A tiny dab is funnier (and more photogenic) than a full face-plant into frosting.
The "No Smash" Pact
Just as popular is the clean, gentle feed. Many couples agree ahead of time: "We're keeping it classy." Both approaches get big reactions from guests — it's purely a matter of your personalities and what you'll want to see when you look back at your photos.
The Surprise Flavor Reveal
Some couples keep the cake flavor a secret from guests and use the cutting as a reveal moment. Your MC can build this up: "Nobody in this room knows what flavor they chose — let's find out!" It adds an extra beat of excitement before dessert is served.
The Song Choice
The song playing during the cake cutting sets the vibe. Some couples go with a classic like "How Sweet It Is" by James Taylor, while others pick something fun and unexpected. We'll work with you during planning to pick a song that fits the mood you want — romantic, playful, or somewhere in between.
Skip the Cake Entirely
Not every couple wants a traditional cake — and that's perfectly fine. Donut walls, dessert bars, pie tables, and even ice cream carts have become popular alternatives. If you decide to skip the formal cake cutting, we can still create a fun moment around whatever sweet treat you choose.
We're Here to Help
However you choose to handle the cake cutting — traditional, playful, or not at all — we'll make sure the moment flows naturally into the rest of your evening. We coordinate with your photographer, cue the music, and let your MC set the right tone so you can enjoy the moment instead of worrying about logistics.
Want to talk through your ideas? Reach out to us — we'd love to help you plan every detail.