Why shouldn't his cake be just as involved? A Southern tradition, groom's cakes can be just as elaborate as the wedding cake. The main departure from a traditional wedding cake is that the design is typically more whimsical, and many reflect the groom's personality or hobbies. From Lord of the Rings to food themes, this roundup includes a variety of themes; we bet you'll find something for your guy that's full of personality.
— Additional reporting by Nicole PerrySource: Gage Blake Photography, Cassie Jones Photography, Hazelnut Photography via Style Me Pretty, Instagram user southernwedding
This Bag End cake would be the perfect treat for a Lord of the Rings-obsessed groom.
We've seen a few Pac-Man cakes before, but this one is the right mix of simple and sweet.
If his ideal Saturday is spent fishing, consider a cake like this one.
Mascot cakes have the potential to be kitschy, but the vintage feel of this one makes it wedding appropriate.
Handles take center stage when it comes to this creative bike cake.
He'll have no trouble making a hole in one on his wedding day thanks to this cake. Source: Brooke Roberts Photography via Style Me Pretty
This isn't your traditional bride and groom topper, but then again, bride and groom toppers aren't a traditional component of groom cakes.
We love a good pun, and this one is perfect for the guy who hunts as a hobby.
This lucky groom got a completely edible cake inspired by his love of all things St. Louis.
Is it just us, or does this cake predict a fairy-tale ending?
The fun groom's cake beside a wedding cake is a quirky touch without sacrificing the traditional white cake.
From the squirrels to the rocks to the furry companion, there are so many details on this hiking-themed cake.
What better way for a meat-lover to celebrate his wedding than with a steak cake?
If he's borderline-addicted to Call of Duty, this is the cake for him.
Part ombré cake, part nod to his uniform of choice, this polo cake is an unexpected fusion of themes.
Many a groom would be floored by this realistic Star Wars-themed cake.