Black is the new black. Symbolic of sophistication and power, black is a bold colour perfect for the couple wanting to make a statement. While black may seem morbid to some, there are so many ways to incorporate this rich hue into your big day that don’t appear gothic.

Take inspiration from these dark treats:

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𝐿’𝒶𝓂𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝒹𝑒 𝓂𝒶 𝓋𝒾𝑒 When you’re asked to make a cake for a shoot with just a few days notice, you don’t say no to these guys…👌 Creative Director | Venue Stylist | Florist | All Prop Hire – @ohfloraweddings Creative Director | Venue and Hair Stylist @gracebaileybridalhair Videographer – @stephaniebekenmedia Photographer – @jackaldridgephotography MakeUpArtist – @tashaparkermakeupartist Dresses from – @chameleonbride Dress design @madewithlovebridal Suit Hire – @mossbros Cake – @thecrumbfactory Stationer – @heathercorthinedesign Venue – @haleparkweddings Glass | Charger Plates | Cutlery – @crystalhireltd Hair Accessories and Jewellery -@whitedesignsbridal Male Model – @teejjzz Female Model – @lauren_fairbrother1

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A very special cake for a very special lady!♡

A post shared by Paige's Bakehouse (@paigesbakehouse) on Dec 8, 2019 at 6:55am PST

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Here’s another favourite shot the @adamhudsonphoto took at @thenationalweddingshow This cake is a real marmite piece – it gets so many compliments and has inspired countless designs but some people just hate it! What do you think? Would you consider having a black or vibrantly coloured cake? #weddingcake #blackweddingcake #blackwedding #alternativewedding #sugarflowers #sugarroses #blackandpink #pinkroses #adamhudsonphotography #nationalweddingshow #boutiquebakery

A post shared by Boutique Bakery (@boutiquebakery_chester) on Nov 7, 2019 at 10:44pm PST

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This #weddingcake is onpoint! Love the stunning gold detail work. Cake by @etcakes_bakery Bride: @thatyloyalty Groom: @marcfly_ Wedding Planner/Design/Decor @mbmeventsdesign Photographer: @amyanaizphoto Venue: @hotelcolonnade #weddingsonpoint

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Hand up if you love non traditional cakes as much as I do 🙋🏻‍♀️. This time of year is perfect to break the traditional and embrace all the dark and moody elegance! . . . . Photo by: @balsamandhoneyphoto Venue: @bestviewbarn Planner: @_honeydew_events_ Greenery: @blooms_blossoms . . . . #weddingcake #blackweddingcake #blackcake #styledshoot #halloweenwedding #fallwedding #romantic #goldleaf #nontraditionalwedding #ruffles #cakesofinstagram #cny #fingerlakes #skaneateles #cakedesigner #cakeartists #thecakeshopcny @satin.ice @theknot @weddingwire

A post shared by Stacey Lorraine (@thecakeshop_cny) on Oct 24, 2019 at 10:25am PDT

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Beautiful painted florals from a 1:1 class nearly a year ago…Where did the year go?

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This takes the cake!… . . . #cakecreationsbymichelle #customweddingcakes #customcakedesigns #weddingcake #wedding #cake #weddingcakes #black #blackcake #blackweddingcake #bold #weddingcaketrends #cakedecorating #cakedesign #designercakes | Photo: @cakecreationsbym

A post shared by Château Le Jardin ✨ (@chateaulejardin) on Nov 19, 2019 at 7:59am PST

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Throwback to this black beauty. Reposted from @the_cake_duchess (@get_regrann) – Throwing it back to last weeks beauty. Thank you to my beautiful clients who entrust me and allow me the creative freedom to tell their story ♡ Reposted from Sultry and mysterious. Black textures were the order of the day. Congratulations to the beautiful couple. Featuring Carrara marble which was created using @ironorchid_design @iod_sugar products. #blackweddingcake #texture #TheCakeDuchess #contemporary #blackbeauty #moody

A post shared by Sumaiya Omar: The Cake Duchess (@the_cake_duchess) on Nov 15, 2019 at 7:32am PST

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A few months back I had the pleasure of attending a course organised by @lovecakeacademy with the fabulous @emilyhankinscakes and learnt how to paint on cakes using cocoa butter and edible dusts. I added the bottom frilly tier afterwards to complete the look. Hands up if you love a black cake as much as me! 🙋‍♀️

A post shared by Kerry Tucker (@kerrytuckercakedesign) on Dec 10, 2019 at 3:00am PST

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🖤✨ I’ll say more about this cake a bit later but for now: VOILA! Tastiness | sweet potato spice cake filled with cheesecake frosting, wrapped in salted honey + cinnamon buttercream and covered in @fondarificfondant . . . . . . #CakesByMaryanne #southernweddings #southernstyle #flashesofdelight #thatsdarling #ncwedding #aisleperfect #cakesofinstagram #howyouwow #marthaweddings #huffpostido #bridesmagazine #weddinginspo #weddingsmag #southernwedding #ncwedding #maryanneharriscakes #ncbride #gatsbywedding #fondarific #virginiabride #lynchburgweddings #raleighwedding #fnchallenge #foodnetworkfaves #biggestholidayever #weddingsmagazine #blackweddingcake #gatsbyweddingcake #gatsbycake

A post shared by Maryanne Harris Cakes LLC (@maryanneharriscakes) on Nov 8, 2019 at 3:27pm PST

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Happy Halloween!! May your spooky day be filled with sweetness! Sugar roses, ruffles, and sugar jewelry/gems adorn this gothic wedding cake! #sugarflowers #sugarrose #rose #halloweenwedding #weddingcake #cake #edibleart #cakeart #blackcake #blackweddingcake #halloweencake #ediblegem #ruffles #goth #artisancakes #sewellsweets #siennaplusjoshphotography

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