Multi-Award Winning Bournemouth based Wedding Cake designer covering Dorset & Hampshire

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Multi-Award Winning Wedding Cake Designer in Bournemouth, Dorset & Hampshire

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Planning your wedding is such a special time and choosing your wedding cake should feel just as exciting and enjoyable as every other part of your day.

As a multi-award winning wedding cake designer based in Bournemouth, I create bespoke wedding cakes for couples across Dorset and Hampshire who are looking for something truly unique, beautifully designed and delicious to enjoy with their guests.

Every wedding cake I design is created with you in mind. I believe your cake should not only look stunning at your venue, but also reflect your personality, your style and the story of your day. Whether your wedding is by the sea in Bournemouth, in the Dorset countryside or in a beautiful Hampshire venue, your cake should feel perfectly at home in its surroundings.

Bespoke Wedding Cakes Designed Just for You

No two weddings are ever the same and your cake shouldn’t be either.

From the very first conversation, I take the time to get to know you, your ideas and your vision. Some couples arrive with a clear design in mind, while others aren’t quite sure where to start – and that’s absolutely fine. I’m always happy to guide you through the process and help bring your ideas to life.

My designs are often inspired by the natural beauty around us here in Dorset and Hampshire – from soft coastal tones and textures to delicate floral details and organic shapes. I love creating cakes with movement and artistry using wafer paper, rice paper and edible lace to give each design a truly unique feel.

Wedding Cakes Across Bournemouth, Dorset & Hampshire

Being based in Bournemouth means I’m perfectly placed to create and deliver wedding cakes across Dorset and Hampshire.

I’ve had the pleasure of designing cakes for weddings at a wide range of venues, from elegant country houses and barns to coastal venues and intimate garden celebrations. Wherever your wedding is taking place, I will ensure your cake arrives safely and is set up beautifully ready for your special moment.

If you’re searching for a wedding cake designer in Bournemouth, Dorset or Hampshire, I’d love to hear more about your plans.

More Than Just a Beautiful Cake

Of course, your wedding cake needs to taste just as incredible as it looks.

Flavour is such an important part of the experience and I offer a range of delicious options for you to choose from. Many …

Luke and Alannah : The Pear Tree, Purton

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My first Black and White wedding cake from an unusual couple Metal Rocker Luke and Butterfly hobbyist Alannah was a fun design to design incorporating both of their personalities into their wedding cake using handcrafted Wafer Paper Lace and Butterflies and Black Rice Paper shapes over textured black and white coloured ganache.

Pennsylvanian Estate Hotel, Portland : Wedding Photoshoot and Alopecia Campaign, August, ’25

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I was very grateful to be invited by Gemma from @theweddingindex_dorset  covering Wedding Fairs in Dorset and Hampshire www.theweddingindex.org who produce their Digital and print Magazine Editions Nationally for potential wedding couples, to showcase my Wedding Cake design at the stunning Pennsylvania Castle Estate in Portland www.pennestate.co.uk  with other local Wedding Suppliers for a photoshoot and to also be a part of the Alopecia Campaign www.alopecia.uk  to raise awareness.

Jade from www.thesocialsocket.com  is a sufferer of this condition but was a stunning Bride for this shoot.

This was televised on BBC News South on August, 5th as a feature about the condition of Alopecia and the Charity Awareness. A TV copy recording was made via photographer John Scofield www.johnscofieldphotography.co.uk and Jon Ashworth videographer from www.sideoftheworld.co.uk/weddings  created a video showcasing suppliers involved with credits and Penn Estate Hotel grounds.

Loandbeholdevents.com: The Elvetham Hotel, Hartley Wintney, Hook promotional Photoshoot, March, ’25

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This wedding photoshoot was a promotional shoot to showcase, selected only creative suppliers, Wedding Fair at the Elvetham Hotel 18th/19th October, ’25.

This is my 4th Fair appearance organised by creative director/stylist Ami from @Ami Hyde.

My 2 tiered, upside down cake design was a collaboration with the other wedding suppliers working with rich, dark reds and dusky pink theme colours and complimenting the history and hotel’s huge history and decor.

I exhibited at this amazing Wedding Fair this on 18th/19th October, ’25  which is pretty crazy how fast the time has flown by since March.

Learn more: https://www.loandbeholdevents.com/2025-theelvetham.html

Fonthill Photoshoot : Deer Park Barn, Tisbury Wiltshire

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I love getting together with other wedding suppliers on a photoshoot and I was lucky enough to be back at Fonthill Estate in April, ’25 for a beautifully bright and colourful Festival Themed Wedding Shoot. 

Abby from www.eleganceunlimited.co.uk  curated the whole photoshoot.The shoot is also an exclusive featured blog in Belle Bridal Magazine:

https://www.bellebridalmagazine.com/photoshoot/disco-and-daydreams-at-fonthill-estate/

Hampshire Wedding Network, Alternative Wedding Fayre

W3+1 Tier Black & Gold Cake

I exhibited my wedding cakes at St Mary’s Stadium in March, ’25 showcasing with many other alternative wedding suppliers. It was an extremely popular and fun event to experience organised by Andrea from www.hwnalt.co.uk  with over 500 couples [goths and metal rockers] but I am now aware my niche is only for couples looking for luxury and uniquely designed wedding cakes to showcase at beautiful Venues so that each couple’s personal style can come through too.

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Loandbehold Wedding Fair

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Loandbehold Wedding Fair: 5th & 6th October at new Wedding Venue Stansted House, Rowlands castle, Hampshire P09 6DX

2 day inspiring and curated event bringing together the most innovative and exciting Wedding Suppliers covering Hampshire and Dorset.

I am also featured in the debut edition magazine Little Black Book with inspiring advice and hottest Wedding Suppliers on the South Coast.

www.loandbeholdevents.com

Cake Designer of the Year 2023 Award in the English Wedding Awards

6th English Wedding Awards 2023 South West Winner
6th English Wedding Awards 2023 South West Winner

Bonita Elms was crowned Winner of The 6th English Wedding Awards 2023 in The Cake Designer of the Year Category

The 6th English Wedding Awards 2023, the prestigious ceremony that celebrates the best wedding industry professionals and businesses across England, has announced its winners for 2023.

The winners were chosen from a group of talented and hard-working finalists who have all shown a dedication to excellence in their field.

The ceremony was held on Monday 20 th February  at Thistle Hotel London Heathrow, where guests gathered to celebrate the success of the winners and to recognize their outstanding contributions to the industry.

The Awards aim to recognise the hard work, dedication, and exceptional service of those who have contributed to making weddings unforgettable and special occasions for couples and their loved ones. They also aim to inspire others in the industry to strive for excellence in their work.

Bonita, from Bournemouth, has been named the winner of The 6th English Wedding Awards 2023 in the South West Cake Designer of the Year category.

Bonita Bakes, Wedding Cakes was nominated for the award by satisfied customers who praised the company’s exceptional service, attention to detail, and ability to make their special day unforgettable. The company’s dedication to providing a bespoke service tailored to each couple’s unique requirements was also highlighted as a key factor in their success.

‘I am absolutely thrilled to have won this Award which is a wonderful credit to my business and I am so grateful to my couples who I love working with creating beautiful cake masterpieces for them each to enjoy on their wedding day.’

A spokesperson for The English Wedding Awards 2023 said: “We are thrilled to have been able to celebrate the very best of the wedding industry in England. The winners truly deserve this recognition for their exceptional work, and we hope that their success will inspire others in the industry to strive for excellence.

“Each winner demonstrated exceptional skill, talent, and dedication to their craft, and should be proud of their achievements. We would like to extend our warmest congratulations to all the winners and finalists.”

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