Functional Fake Desserts

Cake Towels

I present to you what is known as The Towel Cake Set from Le Patissier. It is basically a set of towels which are designed to look like cakes and that transform in water. The fruit also turns into a magnet you can put on your fridge.

It really pains me to post this as in my mind these are beyond nasty BUT, I suppose they are one of those things you either love or hate. I hate to clarify that for you first off.

So why did I post this article if I hate it? Well, I think these designs are naff, but I think the concept would work really well if they were made by someone who could think outside the obvious cake box.

Below are some more fake cakes.




Functional Faux Food
Exploring the trend of using non-edible items that look like food for functional purposes.
Transformative Design
Creating products that change form or function when exposed to certain elements or conditions.
Novelty Home Decor
Incorporating playful and unexpected design elements into household items or decor.

Sectors Adopting This

Home Goods
Opportunities for home goods companies to develop a line of fun and functional decor items that are inspired by food.
Event Planning
Event planning companies could incorporate these items as part of their decor or giveaways for food-themed events.
Marketing and Advertising
Brands could use these items as part of their marketing campaigns to promote food-related products or services in a unique way.
SCORE
2.8 out of 10
GENDER
30% Men70% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 17%
Activity 60%
Freshness 8%

Solutions for innovators working at the edge of change. We help transform emerging ideas into practical, durable solutions by combining strategic thinking, creative exploration, and hands-on execution.

Trends © 2026 Trend Hunter Inc. All Rights Reserved.
LinkedIn Instagram X