Do you know those little figures that are on the top of the wedding cake? What are they called? For those of us who refer to them as “figures”, there is a more formal name. They are called wedding cake toppers, and the wonderful world of the special wedding cake toppers was started off by the more traditional. In this article we will explore their world. Here are four particular designs that we like a lot:——————————————————————————————————-Item #1) We really like the “Contentment” Calla Lily Porcelain Cake Topper as it features the happy bride and groom in a warm embrace on the “big day”. The love between the happy couple can clearly be seen reflected in the tender touch of the bride’s soft hand upon the groom’s rugged face. The groom is gingerly holding his new bride’s waist. The bride is beautifully and elegantly dressed in a strapless wedding gown. The groom is decked out in a tuxedo with tails. Note the handmade bouquet of calla lillies, a floral engagement added to complement the overall design. Here are the specifications for this wonderful piece:a) Dimensions: 7″ x 3″b) Wonderful hand-painted piece.c) Handcrafted fine porcelaind) Weighs in at 0.75 lbs.——————————————————————————————————-#2) The “Ebony Enchantment” Porcelain African-American Cake Topper shows a beautiful princess who has found her Prince Charming. This enchanting African-American cake topper will make a lovely addition to any wedding cake. The bride is dressed in a flowing white gown, with “off-the-shoulder” ruffles, lace trim, and a flowing veil. The flower additions of a beautiful pink bouquet, and roses in her hair, add a splash of color. Complementing the bride, the groom is wearing a black tuxedo and bow-tie with a pink boutonniere. This fairy-tale couple is the perfect complement to a wedding cake. The features and facts are:a) Dimensions are: 6 1/2″ x 3 1/2″b) Hand painted.c) Handcrafted porcelain.d) Weighs 0.55 lbs.——————————————————————————————————-Pick #3) The “First Kiss” Traditional Wedding Cake Topper depicts the new couple sharing their first kiss as husband and wife. Just looking at this piece will have you dancing on a cloud!!! The couple’s slim bodies are positioned in a graceful embrace. You can see their hand and lips, but their hearts too are connecting with the incredible beauty and joy of the moment. Soon they will be partying like mad, greeting their family and loved ones, and dancing the night away. The bride is beautifully adorned in a stylish white strapless wedding gown and shoulder-length veil. The groom is decked out in a black tuxedo. Sure to be a highlight on any wedding cake, it reflects the contemporary spirit of a new couple starting out.Features and facts are:a) Made of poli-resin.b) Topper measures 6″ tall.——————————————————————————————————-#4) The “Sweet Embrace” African-American Cake Topper shows the romantic African-American bride and groom in a loving embrace. Celebrating their first kiss as husband and wife, this happy couple is ready to dance the night away. The bride is wearing a stylish white strapless gown with a shoulder-length veil. The groom is wearing a dapper black tuxedo. They are both aptly dressed to reflect the contemporary spirit of the couple they represent. Here are some more facts and figures:a) The material is poly-resin. The design is contemporary.b) The model stands 6 ” tall.Did you enjoy this little tour of the traditional wedding cake topper. On our web site: Special Wedding Cake Toppers we highlight a whole range of toppers. We would invite you to visit us…