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The Details of Carla Abellana's Trending Wedding Cake

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<p style="text-align:left">When it comes to weddings, one of the highlights that guests always look forward to seeing is the cake. At <strong>Carla Abellana </strong>and <strong>Dr. </strong><strong>Reg Santos</strong>’ wedding last December 27 in Cavite, every detail looked classic and elegant—from <a href="https://metro.style/weddings/2025/12/28/an-impeccable-immaculate-bridal-look-behind-the-scenes-at-carla-abellana-s-wedding-gown-fitting-2330" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">the bride’s minimalist Rosa Clara gown</a> to the tented outdoor venue that glowed through the night with warm string lights. </p><p>But, among the Pinterest-worthy elements from the event, her wedding cakes stood out for their unconventional shape and style. </p><p>For the longest time, towering, tiered wedding cakes, where not all layers are edible, have been the gold standard. Today, however, modern couples choosing practicality over aesthetics have been opting for smaller and more minimalist cakes. </p><p>Such was the case for Carla and Reg, who veered away from the traditional multi-layered or multi-tiered confections for two trend-setting, table-spanning designs. </p><p>The first one is called a <strong>slab or sheet cake.</strong> Now, this style is not new for other occasions, such as birthdays. But, for weddings, opting for one today offers a modern approach that helps set the tone for the celebration. </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1767670649016carla abellan reg santos trending wedding sheet slab cake embed A.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @cakestudio_phl</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1767670743656carla abellana sheet cake.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @cakestudio_phl</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>With its expansive, flat surface area, the extra-long, rectangular sheet is truly like a canvas, explaining the charm of and the rise in this low-height wedding cake. We are all familiar with the dedication cakes, and the wedding sheet cake can also serve the same purpose, just as it did for Carla and Reg. Unlike tiered cakes that offer limited vertical space, a rectangular slab can stretch across a dessert table, giving couples another space to tell their love story. For Carla and Reg’s sheet cake by <strong>Cake Studio</strong>, a simple “just married” statement adorned the all-white creation. According to Cake Studio, the cake featured layers of cotton-soft chiffon cake with mixed-berries compote, whipped cream cheese, and fresh berries in between.</p><p>This cake may even serve as the centerpiece of even smaller gatherings. Imagine a long table with this super-sized confection as the main decorative element—an idea that’s especially perfect for a garden wedding where the mood is typically less formal. </p><p>Carla and Reg’s slab wedding cake trended online due to its unique style; although it may not appeal to everyone, it’s no surprise that many are drawn to its simplicity. More than the design, what the couple appreciated even more about their wedding cake of choice was that it was fully edible—the type where guests can actually partake in the cake. </p><p>Although a much smaller version, the design of Carla and Reg&#x27;s wedding cake actually resembles that of <a href="https://metro.style/weddings/2025/9/29/here-s-everything-we-know-so-far-about-selena-gomez-and-benny-blanco-s-wedding-1130" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco</a>&#x27;s cake, proof that modern couples are indeed opting for this cake alternative. </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1767670893237carla abellana strawberry cheesecake wedding cake 1.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @fedici.ph</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DS1y2SEk1yi/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=810&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A3542714.3%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Apart from the wedding sheet cake, Carla and Reg had another showstopping, scene-stealing cake: a giant round cheesecake with strawberries filling the top to the brim. The cake was by <strong>Fedici</strong>, which specializes in cheesecakes. The massive 24-inch masterpiece weighs almost 20kgs in total, topped with fresh, juicy strawberries and finished with the brand&#x27;s signature, ice cream-like frosting. (Hey, Fedici&#x27;s giant cheesecake is on sale until tomorrow, January 7—from 40,000 pesos to 20,000!)</p><p>Not your ordinary strawberry cheesecake, what was remarkable about this idea was that it was finished off and decorated on the spot, adding a fun twist to the reception. The couple even got to put the strawberries on top themselves, making for a unique memory. This seemingly trivial detail adds value to the whole wedding, where everything feels intentional and well-thought-out. </p><p>At the end of the day, whether you opt for a small or big wedding cake, what&#x27;s most important is that it&#x27;s aligned not only with the wedding&#x27;s overall theme but also the couple&#x27;s personality. </p><div><br/></div><p>Lead photos from<strong> @cakestudio_phl<br/></strong></p>

<p>Minimalist and fully edible, these wedding cakes are confection perfection.</p>

Minimalist and fully edible, these wedding cakes are confection perfection.

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