# Funny Fascinator Confections Royal Wedding Hat Cupcakes Serve up Sweet Memories By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-05-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/royal-wedding-hat-cupcakes References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2011/05/01/the-hat-cupcake/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=198541056854265&set=a.125716464136725.10101.125418864166485&type=1&theater) I watched the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton and couldn't help but notice the flamboyant fascinator worn by Princess Beatrice. Having inspired much attention and discussion throughout the Western world, this piece even inspired a Munich, Germany, bakery to create these royal wedding hat cupcakes. Wir Machen Cupcakes took part in the April 29th celebration by cooking up a selection of [spongecake, champagne, vanilla and chocolate deserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-salted-pretzel-buttercream-cupcake) dedicated to the happy couple. Flaunting crowns, tiaras, roses and wedding rings, the regal repertoire was enhanced the following day with Prince Andrew's daughter's pink headpiece, formed of a large oval and a bow. As the most amusing of the royal wedding hat cupcakes, Beatrice's beret baked confection makes quite a [cute torte treat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fascinator-inspired Treats:** Creating desserts inspired by fashion trends for weddings and other formal events presents an opportunity for pastry chefs to capitalize on consumers' fascination with fashion. - **Fashion-inspired Custom Bakery Goods:** Bakery shops can also create custom baked goods inspired by fashion trends by leveraging events such as fashion shows, ceremonies, and award shows. - **Unique and Playful Desserts:** Offering fun and unique desserts can help differentiate a bakery and cater to customers looking for playful, Instagram-worthy treats. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bakery:** Bakeries can leverage fashion trend inspirations to create custom desserts for weddings, fashion shows, and award ceremonies. - **Wedding Planning:** Wedding planners can incorporate unique and playful desserts into their clients' reception menus to add an element of fun and creativity. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can collaborate with bakeries and caterers to create custom desserts for fashion shows, product launches, and other formal events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe King-Honoring Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coronation-cake.md) - [Limited-Edition Coronation Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coronation-doughnuts.md) - [Tasty Coronation-Themed Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-coronation-doughnuts.md) - [Striking Artisan Cheese Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rinds-roses-collection.md) - [Royalty-Themed Tea Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crown-afternoon-tea.md) - [Coronation-Themed British Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-eat-1.md) - [Playful Biscuit-Inspired Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/party-rings-celebration-cake.md) - [Royal Show-Inspired Biscuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biscuiteers.md) - [Supersized Celebration Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crumbs-colossal-cupcake.md)