2. Cake Smash Photoshoot

Originally popularized for babies’ first birthdays, cake smash shoots have now become trendy for adults too. The idea is to have fun with your birthday cake—posing with it, blowing out candles, and eventually playfully smashing it.

For children, this creates adorable, messy, and joyful photos. For adults, it adds a humorous, carefree vibe that breaks away from overly polished portraits. You can sit on a picnic blanket, surrounded by colorful decorations, with a cake that matches your theme.

Outfit pairing: For kids, cute rompers or themed costumes work best. For adults, you can go elegant with a fancy dress for “before” photos and switch to casual outfits when smashing the cake.