When people think about Halloween, they don't necessarily associate it with romance. It's a fair assumption. After all, how could something gory and scary be remotely romantic? But even the greatest of loves aren't all about romance — they're about the common interests and passions that lead to a romantic relationship. And while some couples find that rustic weddings or beachy themes totally embody their personalities, there are a ton of couples who like to embrace their quirkier side. For some, that means celebrating around a favorite holiday — including "alternative" ones, like Halloween. And for the guests, Halloween weddings are among some of the most original, laid-back, and fun weddings to attend.
Just like any theme, Halloween-centric weddings can be expressed in an infinite number of ways. Couples can fully embrace the black, orange, and purple theme colors. They can hone in on favorite iconic Halloween characters. Or they can simply use decorative staples to make a statement, like skulls, black cats, and bats. One of the things that can really tie a Halloween theme wedding together is the wedding cake. Wedding cakes give couples the opportunity to really let their theme shine though, and it's one of the places they don't have to pull back on the "weird." After all, cake is supposed to be fun.
Here, we've rounded up 15 wedding cakes that totally scream Halloween. Some are gory, some are flat-out scary, and others are even elegant. One thing they all have in common? They are totally unforgettable! No guest walked away from any of these weddings without remembering the cake.
Spooky Red Halloween Wedding Cake
With just a touch of Dia de los Muertos vibes, this red cake looks sinfully delicious. It takes the whole "til death do us part" thing to a whole new level.
Frisky Bones Halloween Wedding Cake
Black-and-white cakes are totally classic — especially for Halloween. The cheeky skeleton cake-toppers are a fun, lighthearted touch.
Graveyard Halloween Wedding Cake
A cake this cute could raise the dead. It's awesome how the couple fully leaned in to the Halloween theme. Just check out the detailing on that graveyard gate.
Gothic Halloween Wedding Cake
This three-tiered beauty has a gorgeous Victorian vibe about it. And just look at the stenciled detail — it practically looks like a page from a sketchbook.
Batty Halloween Wedding Cake
A classic three-tiered cake with a twist! Instead of cascading flowers, this flock of bats gives this Halloween cake an elegant, yet spooky vibe.
Victorian Halloween Wedding Cake
The cake artist really outdid themselves with this one. The different textures and hues of gray are totally mind-blowing. From the filigree to the corset layer, this cake is overflowing with detail.
Skull Halloween Wedding Cake
This incredible Halloween wedding cake almost looks like it's covered in tattoos. It's the perfect blend of romantic and creepy, and the red roses really make the whole thing pop.
Spiderweb Halloween Wedding Cake
Halloween wedding cakes don't necessarily have to be scary or creepy. This spiderweb design is subtle, elegant, and still totally encapsulates the vibe of the wedding.
Silhouette Halloween Wedding Cake
This simple, hand-painted horror wedding cakes is as alluring as it is spooky. The Frankensteins atop the cake are a great touch.
Bloody Brains Halloween Wedding Cake
A gory wedding cake is a bold choice! But the attention to detail is stunning, and we're sure guests will never forget this cake!
Elegant Halloween Wedding Cake
This cake is the perfect example of how to make an unusual theme wedding-friendly. While the skulls and cobwebs scream Halloween, the colors are extremely bridal
Airbrushed Halloween Wedding Cake
This three-tiered wedding cake is so dramatic and beautiful. Though it features really dark elements, it has a certain elegance about it. And the sweet white flowers are a lovely touch!
All-Black Halloween Wedding Cake
The all-black red velvet cake may appear exceedingly simple, but it sure is striking. The red flowers and huge skull give it just the right level of "creep" factor.
Sugar Skull Halloween Wedding Cake
Just look at the intricate detail in those sugar skulls. The blood red base really makes them stand out in all their scary glory.
'Hocus Pocus' Halloween Wedding Cake
This cake totally put a spell on us! A stone Winifred Sanderson atop her "boooooook" is hands down the most creative Halloween wedding cake idea we've ever seen.
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