Who says cake smashes are just for one-year-olds? Certainly not us at The Pod Photography. This 33rd birthday adult cake smash session gave us everything: a sparkling cake, a bottle of rosé, balloons, glitter, and a birthday girl who showed up to celebrate herself!
With style and an infectious sense of fun, this session with The Pod Photography’s Encino team reminds us that photos don’t have to be tied to traditional milestones. Sometimes, the best reason to step in front of the camera is simply because you can.
Cake Smashes Aren’t Just for Kids Anymore
Wearing a delicate black lace bra under an oversized white button-down, the birthday girl brought a playful, flirtatious energy to the studio. The Encino team created a custom cake smash set with all the bells and whistles, including a vibrant blue balloon install and all the glitter confetti a girl could want, with disco ball details, which made for a dreamy party vibe.
The cake topper, reading “33,” tied everything together for this perfect birthday cake smash session. Not just fun to take, these photos capture a full spectrum of birthday moods: joy, anticipation, mischief, and celebration. Whether she’s making a wish, popping the champagne, or toasting to herself, you can feel just how much fun the birthday girl is having. And that’s what makes a session at The Pod Photography unforgettable. We love sessions that tell a story. And this one says: “Eat the cake. Pop the bottle. Take the photo.”
Why Book an Adult Cake Smash Session?
Because you don’t need a traditional milestone to step in front of the lens!
An adult cake smash is a celebration of life, fun, and whatever chapter you’re in. Whether you’re marking a birthday, a marriage, a divorce, a career win, or just saying yes to yourself, this is your permission slip to be playful and bold, and to let the pros at The Pod Photography make sure you have a day that’s just as fun as it looks. It’s also an incredibly thoughtful gift—perfect for the friend who “doesn’t need anything,” but absolutely deserves a moment of joy.
Totally Custom, Totally You
The beauty of a shoot like this one is how customizable it is. Love a monochrome color palette? Want to go over-the-top glam? Dreaming of something funny, nostalgic, or themed? Our Encino team is here to help you bring it all to life. From concept to styling to final edits, we make sure every session feels personal, polished, and joyful.
Adult cake smash sessions are perfect for birthdays, but they’re also a great way to celebrate anything! Think of it as the most joyful kind of portrait session: less about the rules, more about the moment. It can be sexy, sweet, silly, dramatic, or totally on-brand for your personality.
And yes, just like with cake smashes for toddlers, we absolutely encourage frosting-covered fingers.
Book Your Adult Cake Smash or Custom Portrait Session
At The Pod Photography, we believe every milestone—big or small—is worth celebrating. Whether you’re turning 33, launching a new chapter, or simply craving a moment to feel radiant and seen, we’ll help you design a photo shoot that feels entirely you.
To book your session with our Encino team or inquire about our availability throughout Greater Los Angeles, call us at (310) 391-4500 or visit www.thepodphoto.com. We can’t wait to bring your vision to life!