The swan is having another moment, though arguably it never really left. A vintage emblem of love, loyalty, and devotion, the bird has slipped back into the visual conversation through fashion, design, and the ongoing revival of all things ornate, nostalgic, and slightly eccentric. In this current mood, it was only a matter of time before it found its way onto the dessert table. As weddings continue their flirtation with vintage references, bakers are revisiting the motif through piped buttercream, feathered meringue, sculptural necks, and wonderfully theatrical vintage decoration. Romantic, a little surreal, and unapologetically decorative, the swan cake turns dessert into part of the set design. Ahead, 30 swan cakes worth pinning to your wedding moodboard.
