Wallpaper - Pretty Cake II

Illustrated by Farida Zaman, our Pretty Cake II wallpaper brings a playful, whimsical charm to the wall with its delightful celebration of colour and pattern. At the centre of the composition sits an ivory, three-tiered celebration cake perched atop a cheerful pink scalloped cake stand. Adorned with delicate floral sprigs, berries, and foliage in shades of petal pink, cherry red, sunny yellow, sky blue, and fresh green, the cake is framed within a soft blue scalloped oval border. Corner floral details balance the composition against an off-white, lightly textured ground, creating a sweet and characterful focal point. Our wallpapers are made-to-measure and PVC-free, with a subtle physical paper texture that complements the hand-painted, watercolour-inspired character of the artwork.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working particularly well as an accent wall in a kitchen, a relaxed family dining room, or a child's nursery, bedroom, or playroom. Because the central motif has a portrait orientation and a clear oval frame, it naturally draws the eye to a specific focal point. We recommend placing it on a relatively uninterrupted wall where the full height of the cake and its decorative frame can remain visible, such as opposite a kitchen dining nook or behind a low cot or sideboard. In a compact dining area or playful breakfast corner, the generous spacing around the central illustration keeps the space feeling light and open rather than crowded.

Styling it

To complement the nostalgic, folk-inspired illustration, we would pair this design with simple painted furniture or soft, natural timber pieces that let the artwork take centre stage.

• Choose painted furniture in muted pastel tones, such as soft chalky whites, pale sky blues, or gentle blush pinks, to pick up on the colours within the cake stand and border.
• Bring in warm, lighter wood finishes like pine, birch, or natural ash for tables and chairs, which grounded the playful illustration with an informal cottage feel.
• Keep surrounding accessories understated and practical, opting for simple glazed ceramic tableware, vintage-style glass, or woven storage baskets that echo the handcrafted mood of the design.

Colour combinations

The illustration combines an ivory and soft cream base with a palette of sky blue, petal pink, magenta, warm ochre yellow, coral red, and leafy green. For surrounding walls and woodwork, a warm off-white or light ivory creates a seamless, bright backdrop that allows the colours of the cake to stand out clearly. If you want to introduce more colour into the room, soft duck egg blue or a gentle vintage pink drawn directly from the scalloped frame makes a lovely, cohesive choice for neighbouring walls, painted panelling, or kitchen cabinetry.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper during decorating. We produce our wall murals on high-quality, PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure that lends warmth and depth to printed patterns. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to homeowners and renters alike, making it easy to create an inviting interior that reflects your personal style.