They say your wedding cake is one of your most distinguished guests on your big day.
It’s the center of attention (heavily-photographed at that), and even has its own table. Plus, guests are likely to talk about how it tastes long after the occasion.
So for your custom cake, what should you keep in mind? You might have had a lot of design inspirations saved, but how do you narrow down your choices? What’s the perfect cake for the bride and the groom?
Here are a few factors to take into account and discuss with your cake designer.
Set a baseline for your budget.
Like any other aspect of your wedding, you don’t want to overspend on your cake. Yes, you want it to be delightful, but that doesn’t mean you can’t set a budget for it. Instead of thinking about a specific price, consider setting a range. When you reach out to cake designers, let them know immediately what budget you have in mind. This will help them recommend suitable choices, all while considering your specific requirements.
Search trusted local pastry chefs.
Look into highly-rated wedding cake bakers in your area. What designs do they specialize in? What flavors do they offer? Don’t limit your search to cake designs you initially like. Try to check as many types as possible, as there may be other options that fit your requirements and budget limitations better. There might be choices you haven’t seen before, but are also worth considering.
Think about your wedding style.
Of course, it’s important to think about the details present in your wedding. What’s your color palette? Can you think of special flowers or meaningful items that can be incorporated into the cake design? What prominent elements or decors in your event set-up – flowers, shapes, patterns, or bows? Your baker can use these elements to make your cake uniquely yours.
Consider your favorite flavor.
While there are cake designers that are open to using different flavors, you might want to go for a single flavor. And that boils down to your personal favorite. When you’re offering too many options, one might run out fast, while some may be barely touched. So instead, consider sticking to what you love the most, and sharing that with your guests.
Still undecided? That’s okay! Your baker can help.
You might want to go for unusual cake designs – a tiered tower of macarons, cupcakes, or doughnuts.
Or a naked cake that comes without an icing layer, allowing you to see the bread and fillings. The advantage with these cake styles is that they’re easier to eat. There’s no need for knives and grabbing a portion is less intimidating.
The perfect wedding cake is different for every couple. That’s because it should reflect what the bride and groom like. While you can’t help but think about your guests – their flavor preferences and dietary requirements, for example – it can become too stressful to worry about all these at the same time.
Put your preferences first, and perhaps talk to your baker about how you can offer other dessert choices. It’s your day, after all. It’s only fitting to think about what makes you happy.