What Are Retro Cakes?
Retro cakes are bold, nostalgic confections inspired by the vibrant cake styles of the 60s, 70s, 80s, and early 2000s. Think bright colors, overpiped details, bold wording, and playful shapes—often with a touch of glam or camp. Originally popular at birthday parties and celebrations in the mid-to-late 20th century, these cakes and all things vintage have made a big comeback via social media. Today, they blend old-school charm with modern flair, making them perfect for the bold, unapologetic spirit of the BBCAKES community.
Elle Retro – Round shape
R260,00 – R880,00
Elle Retro ✨
Lushly layered with intricate piping and crowned with delicate bows, this retro cake radiates timeless elegance and effortless feminine glamour.
Pictured: Petite (15cm, 2-layer, feeds 6-10)
Packaging: Bento – clear box; Larger sizes – cake board & brown box.
Notes: the base colour is standard (white), select the accent colour (e.g Bright pink in ref photo). Text and ribbons are done in the same colour (e.g Rose in ref photo)
Chocolate, Red Velvet, Vanilla
Bento 10cm 2 layer (feeds 2-4), Petite 15cm 2 layer (feeds 6-10), Medium 15cm 3 layer (feeds 10-15), Regal 20cm 3 layer (feeds 20-25)
Red, Nude, Baby pink, Bright pink, Lilac, Pastel blue, Pastel green
Cursive, Print
Oyster, Black, Maroon, Red, Bright pink, Rose, Pink, Purple, Baby blue, Sage
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