At Junebug, we can’t help ourselves when something sweet and beautiful crosses our screens. Wedding cakes come in many shapes and sizes, but our favorite cake trend of the season is the naked cake. Naked cakes are stripped down versions of traditionally ornate wedding cakes, exposing the cake beneath the outer layers of icing. Though this style of cake is minimalist, it’s far from boring. Naked cakes can be made with varying shades of cake mix, taking on a one-of-a-kind marble effect, or can use shades of icing that complement the wedding color palette for a cohesive look. The deconstructed layers are perfect for a rustic wedding with simple and pared down elements.

Here are a few of our favorite naked cakes from recent Junebug real weddings.

photo by Matthew Moore Photography and cake by Barr Mansion

photo by Elizabeth Haase Photography

photo by Vanilla Photography and cake by Lemon Canary

photo by Sean Flanigan and cake by Momofuku Milk Bar

photo by Rob + Kristen Photography

photo by Golden Hour Studios and cake by Something Special Cakes

Talk about a sweet tooth! Naked cakes are the perfect choice for a sweet treat that isn’t overly saccharine in aesthetic or taste. For more wedding trends for this season, don’t miss our earthy decoration inspiration.