Book the Look: Christmas Cake Smash Studio Set
December brings such a warm, nostalgic energy into the studio, and babies always seem to feel it too. This month’s Book the Look feature is a Christmas Cake Smash studio set designed with rich color, whimsical props, and classic holiday charm — the kind of look that feels like a storybook Christmas brought to life.
A Festive Cake Smash Look for the Season
This festive look is part of my seasonal Book the Look series, which also includes monthly milestone features like Book the Look: Milestone—perfect for families who love themed, styled sessions throughout their baby’s first year.
This set is full of bold, cozy holiday detail: deep cranberry reds, evergreen trees with snowy texture, rustic wood tones, oversized peppermint props, and the sweetest touches of sparkle. It’s vibrant and joyful — never overwhelming — and it photographs beautifully from every angle.
One of the highlights is the oversized white “hot cocoa cup,” complete with a giant candy cane. Babies LOVE this prop. They climb in, peek over the edge, lean in to hold the candy cane, and give the cutest expressions as they explore. It’s playful, eye-catching, and instantly creates those heart‑melting photos parents adore.
This isn’t a minimal aesthetic — it’s a classic Christmas scene with personality, warmth, and just the right amount of magic.
What Makes Book the Look Special
Book the Look sessions are created to take the stress out of planning. The entire look — the backdrop, props, color palette, and overall styling — is curated for you ahead of time.
And during the feature window, your session fee is completely waived when you reserve with product credit.
You can find full details about session structure and product credit on the Investment page.
It’s an easy, seamless way to enjoy a beautifully styled holiday session without any additional prep.
If you enjoy celebrating your baby’s milestones with a mix of creativity and tradition, you may also love exploring the Cake Smash page for more themed inspiration.
A Peek Into the Experience
Babies love this setup because there’s so much to discover. Some dive straight into the cake, others are mesmerized by the peppermint sticks or the sparkling trees, and many are just thrilled with the giant cocoa cup. However your little one approaches the session, their curiosity and personality take center stage.
And yes — cleanup is fully handled here in the studio, so you get to enjoy the experience without the mess. If you’re planning additional first‑year sessions, this look pairs beautifully with my Baby Plan, which includes milestone sessions throughout your baby’s first year.
For a few fun holiday ideas around town, here’s a great list of holiday activities for kids in Birmingham from Birmingham Mom Collective.
Ready to Plan Your Christmas Cake Smash?
If this festive Christmas Cake Smash look feels perfect for your little one, I’d love to create something magical for your family this season.
I am married to the love of my life who has recently retired from the Army. We are back “home” after being away for 21 years. We have 3 young boys and 1 daughter who is pursuing her college career. As a photographer, I specialize in the newborns and maternity portraits. I just love the amazing process of pregnancy and then having that sweet, new bundle of joy to love. Capturing all that is so important and I feel so blessed to be a part of this special time in my client’s lives.
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