# Glowing Cake Designs These Unique Cakes are Able to Transform in the Dark By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-08-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowing-cakes References: [buzzfeed](https://www.buzzfeed.com/andreborges/calling-all-my-best-friends-these-glow-in-the-dark-cakes-are?utm_term=.aeJ23qW41) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/Little-Pleasures-133664516775279/) Interesting cake designs are beautiful to look at but have become the norm, while the glowing cakes that Calcutta-based bakery '[Little Pleasures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-debbie-x-goose-creek-candles)' creates aim to defy expectations. The cakes are made to glow in the dark with the bakers' use of "fluoro colors" that the business receives from Miami. The colors are available in a variety of flavors but most importantly, make for [beautiful fluorescent designs and patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hally-hair-1). The glowing cakes are offered in a variety of styles and patterns by the bakery, including a disco theme, a castle and the classic video game Pac-Man. These unique cakes would make an excellent option for events such as children's birthday parties and bachelor or bachelorette parties. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Glow-in-the-dark Food:** There is a trend of creating edible items that glow in the dark, offering a unique and captivating dining experience. - **Fluorescent Dessert Design:** Bakers are experimenting with fluoro colors to create stunning and eye-catching designs on desserts, adding a touch of excitement and novelty. - **Themed Party Cakes:** Customized cakes designed around specific themes are gaining popularity, allowing customers to showcase their individuality and create memorable experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Bakery:** Bakeries can tap into the trend of glowing cakes and fluorescent designs to attract customers with innovative and visually appealing dessert options. - **Event Planning:** The trend of themed party cakes provides opportunities for event planning businesses to offer unique cake options that complement their clients' chosen themes. - **Food Entertainment:** Restaurants and cafes can incorporate glow-in-the-dark food as a form of entertainment, attracting customers with the novelty factor and creating memorable dining experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Game-Themed Cake Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/among-us-impostor-cake.md) - [Fluorescent Gummy Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-glow-ups.md) - [Design-Centric Dynamic Artful Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake.md) - [Glowing Gummy Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-watermelon-glow-ups.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Water Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-in-the-dark-water-bottle.md) - [Balloon Dog Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balloon-dog-cake.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Device Skins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ddbrand-circuit-board.md) - [Multilayer Canned Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canned-cake.md) - [Cardboard-Resembling Illusion Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-cake.md)