Do you know those little figures that are on the top of the wedding cake? What are they called? For those of us who refer to them as “figures”, there is a more formal name. They are called wedding cake toppers, and the wonderful world of the special wedding cake toppers was started off by the more traditional. In this article we will explore their world. Here are four particular designs that we like a lot:

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Pick #1) One of our favorites, the “Contentment” Calla Lily Porcelain Cake Topper is very traditional. It depicts the bride and groom on the “big day”, and the love that the couple has for each other is clearly depicted by the bride’s hand upon the groom’s face. Note the groom as he holds his new bride’s waist. The bride is elegantly dressed in a strapless wedding gown, and the groom is handsomely dressed in tux and tails. Complimenting the design is a handmade bouquet of calla lillies. The specifications of this traditional piece are:

a) Dimensions: 7″ x 3″

b) Wonderful hand-painted piece.

c) Handcrafted. Made out of fine porcelain.

d) Weight: 0.75 lbs.

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#2) The “Ebony Enchantment” Porcelain African-American Cake Topper shows a beautiful princess who has found her Prince Charming. This enchanting African-American cake topper will make a lovely addition to any wedding cake. The bride is dressed in a flowing white gown, with “off-the-shoulder” ruffles, lace trim, and a flowing veil. The flower additions of a beautiful pink bouquet, and roses in her hair, add a splash of color. Complementing the bride, the groom is wearing a black tuxedo and bow-tie with a pink boutonniere. This fairy-tale couple is the perfect complement to a wedding cake. The features and facts are:

a) Overall Dimensions: 6 1/2″ x 3 1/2″

b) Beautifully hand-painted.

c) Handcrafted porcelain.

d) Weighs in at 0.55 lbs.

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Pick #3) The “First Kiss” Traditional Wedding Cake Topper depicts the new couple sharing their first kiss as husband and wife. Just looking at this piece will have you dancing on a cloud!!! The couple’s slim bodies are positioned in a graceful embrace. You can see their hand and lips, but their hearts too are connecting with the incredible beauty and joy of the moment. Soon they will be partying like mad, greeting their family and loved ones, and dancing the night away. The bride is beautifully adorned in a stylish white strapless wedding gown and shoulder-length veil. The groom is decked out in a black tuxedo. Sure to be a highlight on any wedding cake, it reflects the contemporary spirit of a new couple starting out.

Additional specifications are:

a) Made from poli-resin.

b) Measuring in at 6″ tall.

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Pick #4) The “Sweet Embrace” African-American Cake Topper is a wonderful piece. It depicts a happy African-American bride and groom sharing their first kiss together as bride and groom. Soon they will be greeting their family and friends, and dancing the night away! The bride is beautifully dressed in a stylish white strapless wedding gown and shoulder-length veil. The groom is handsomely suited in traditional attire…a dapper black tuxedo. Both bride and groom exude the modern contemporary spirit of a happy couple, starting out on the journey of a new life together. Here are some more specifications and details:

a) The material is poly-resin. The design is contemporary.

b) This topper measures 6″ tall.

We hope that this little tour of the traditional wedding cake topper has both informed and inspired you. If you would like more information on this, and other special wedding cake toppers , please visit us on our blog.

Want to find out more about Traditional Wedding Cake Toppers, then visit Sue Toliver’s site on how to choose the best wedding cake toppers for your needs.

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