Classic White Cakes

Delectable cake couture in shades of classic white confection is designed to create these beautifully textured wedding cakes.

Delectable cake couture in shades of classic white confection is designed to create these beautifully textured wedding cakes. Decorated in white-on-white, these distinctive tiers of billowing fondant and sugar paste are edible works of crisp, pristine artistry.

Pure Opulence

Delicately rolled fondant creates a fabric-like drape over the textured butter-cream icing. A ribbon of piping around each layer helps to create the fabric of the raised trim. Created by Bethel Bakery, 5200 Brightwood Road, Bethel Park; 412/835-6658, bethelbakery.com.

The Fabric of Fondant

In celebration of the bride’s white wedding dress, this fondant-covered cake is accented with toile and gum-paste flowers. Created by Creative Cakes, 5510 Glass Road, Robinson Township; 412/788-2253, creativecakespgh.com.

Delicious Detailing

Scrollwork, created with butter-cream icing, wraps around this cake to form a simple yet classic design. Columns that create height and drama separate the layers of cake. Created by Jenny Lee Bakery, 620 Island Ave., McKees Rocks; 412/331-8900, jennyleebakery.com.

White Cream

The simple, patterned texture of butter-cream dollops gives this simply sophisticated cake its personal touch. Ask your florist to adorn the top with fresh flowers for a rich source of inspiration. Created by Signature Desserts, 3360 Library Road, Castle Shannon; 412/882-9960, signaturedesserts.com.

Shot on location at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, 6300 Fifth Ave., Shadyside; 412/361-0873, pittsburgharts.org.