Trends, Themes, and Tips for 2025

Planning a baby shower is an exciting milestone for parents-to-be, and one key element that sets the tone for the entire event is the cake. A beautifully designed cake can be the perfect centerpiece, tying together the theme of the day.

In this blog we are going to look at what is set to trend in 2025. We will share our top tips on finding the perfect baby shower cake for your special day.

Trendy Baby Shower Cake Ideas for 2025

1. Celestial Cakes: Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Inspired by classic nursery rhymes, cakes with stars, moons, and soft pastel colors are becoming increasingly popular. This theme was big in 2024 and is definitely here to stay. Think gold and silver accents to add a magical touch.
2. Minimalist Elegance Simple baby shower cakes with clean lines, subtle textures, and muted colors like sage green, dusty blue, or blush pink are becoming a staple. Less is more with these understated yet stunning designs.
3. Gender Reveal Cakes Surprise cakes filled with colored sprinkles or cream are still a popular choice for gender reveal parties. Consider a two-tiered cake with a neutral exterior and a vibrant pink or blue interior.
4. Nature-Inspired Themes Cakes adorned with edible flowers, leafy greens, and earthy tones are perfect for boho-themed baby showers. These rustic designs create a serene and organic vibe. It looks like botanicals and sage green are the go to colour this year.
5. Character and Storybook Cakes Cakes inspired by beloved children’s books or characters remain a hit. Think Winnie the Pooh, Peter Rabbit, or custom illustrations based on nursery tales.

Choosing the Right Cake for Your Shower
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Traditional Tiered Cakes:

Pros:

• Dramatic centrepiece
• Customisable for elaborate themes
• Ideal for larger gatherings

Cons:

• Can be expensive
• Often requires professional bakers

DIY Cake

Pros:

• Tailored to your budget and skill level
• Customisable based on your theme- make it exactly how you want it

Cons:

• Risk of a cake fail
• Time and space needed, especially if you are going for a big, tiered cake

Cupcakes and Cake Pops:

Pros:

• Easy to serve and portion
• Great for variety (different flavours and colours)
• Budget-friendly

Cons:

• Less visually striking as a single centrepiece
• May require stands or displays for presentation
  

What’s on the High Street in 2025?

If you’re looking for convenience, many high-street shops are stepping up their game with beautiful pre-designed cakes perfect for baby showers. Chains like Greggs and Marks & Spencer now offer customisable themed cakes with options for dietary needs.

For premium bespoke designs, local artisan bakers can craft cakes tailored precisely to your baby shower theme. Be sure to book early, as demand can be high.

Here are some of our favourite supermarket and bakery cakes that are perfect for a baby shower:

Marks and Spencers- Baby Shower Boy Cake- This cake is a great wallet friendly option. It serves up to 16 guests and will only set you back £35. They also do this cake for a girl baby shower and a gender reveal cake.

Tesco Free From Confetti Cake- This cute free from gluten, wheat and milk cake is a great option for your guests with dietary requirements. You can customise this lovely sprinkle cake with cake toppers to suit your theme. This cake costs £11 and will serve up to 12 people.

Asda's mini cupcakes- These bitesize cupcakes are super cute and come with pink and yellow frosting. 9 little cupcakes will cost you £9 for a packet.

If you are looking for something completely different, then check out Morrison's Giant Chocolate Cookie. This cookie is deliciously soft and gooey and is freshly baked in-store. You can get it iced with your baby shower message too! The giant cookie will serve 10 people and cost you £7.

The Hummingbird Bakery- Story Time Collection- Reveal Baby Cake- Their 8" cake is perfect for up to 12 people and is priced at £107. You can get your cake for a baby girl or baby boy reveal.

Cakes for Every Budget

• Luxury: Bespoke tiered cakes with fondant details (£100+)
• Mid-Range: Semi-custom cakes from bakeries (£50+)
• Budget-Friendly: DIY cakes with toppers or store-bought cupcakes (£7 - £15)

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How to make your own cake topper decorations:

‍If you want to customise a supermarket cake or make your own cake, then check out this step-by-step guide to making your own cake toppers.

You will need:

• Access to a design program like Canva
• Printer
• Glu
• Card
• Toothpicks

1. Sign up to a design platform like Canva for Free. (You can sign up to their pro account for extra stuff but it is very easy to create beautiful designs without paying for the pro account).
2. Use their circular sticker template to create your own design.
3. Once you have your design you can print and cut out the image as many times as you need.
4. Place a toothpick in position on the circular cut out and then stick the two images back to back.
5. Put your cake toppers into your cupcakes on the day.

Check out our free downloadable botanical Baby Shower cupcake topper template here:

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Final Tips for the Perfect Baby Shower Cake

• Theme Reflection: Choose a cake design that matches the shower theme seamlessly.
• Guest Count: Ensure the cake size fits your guest list.
• Dietary Needs: Consider options for guests with allergies or dietary restrictions.
• Early Booking: High-quality bakers are often booked months in advance, so plan ahead.

Whether you opt for a lavish tiered cake or simple baby shower cupcakes, the key is to choose a sweet treat that reflects the joy of the occasion. With these ideas and tips, your baby shower cake will be the talk of the event—a perfect centerpiece for celebrating the new little star on the way.

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