Heirloom Ruffles, A Three-Tier Vintage Buttercream in Blush & Ivory

/ ROSE VANILLA/
Tall three-tier vintage buttercream cake with blush pink ruffles and ivory swags on a white stand
Close-up of ruffled buttercream and swag piping on the top tiers of a vintage cake

This three-tier vintage buttercream romantic cake features swags, ruffled borders, and hand-piped florals that feel straight out of a keepsake photo album.

Tall three-tier vintage buttercream cake with blush pink ruffles and ivory swags

I started with tall, ultra-smooth tiers, then mapped gentle garlands around each level so the movement felt consistent from top to bottom. Ruffled shells and draped swags add that old-school charm, while petite drop dots and scrollwork keep it delicate. The color palette is intentionally restrained: a pastel pink paired with buttery ivory so it plays nicely with any bouquet or bridesmaid dress, and photographs beautifully in daylight or candlelight.

Middle tier with blush floral garlands and ivory drop pearls in buttercream Caption: Soft blush florals meet airy ivory garlands.

Where it shines: weddings, milestone birthdays, baptisms, engagement parties; any moment that calls for “timeless.” We can tweak ruffle density, add initials, pearl accents, or weave in your palette (dusty blue, sage, champagne). Want mini matching cakes or cupcakes for the dessert table? Easy.

If you’re in the Northern Virginia / DC / Maryland area and looking for a vintage-style buttercream cake that feels like an heirloom, this one is a lovely place to start.