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5 TIPS FOR PLANNING THE PERFECT WEDDING CAKEĀ 

5/31/2015

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Getting married is a big deal and on top of the really big decisions like the date, venue and design motif, deciding what type of cake to have can also be a stressful decision. Especially because you and your fiancé will be enjoying the top tier on your anniversary one year later. You’ll reflect on what a perfect day your wedding was and how perfect the wedding cake topped it all off. To help make all those decisions a little bit easier we created a small guide with important tips for what to consider, and how to plan for the perfect wedding cake.

Cakes Made by ME’s Five Tips for Planning the Perfect Wedding Cake

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1. Consider the elements. It may not be the most important thing but if you are planning to marry during the summer and are having an outdoor wedding you may want to select fondant frosting over anything with whipped cream, meringue, or buttercream because they melt. At the very least you’ll want to be aware of this fact before you order your wedding cake.

2. Figure in the pricing. Wedding cakes are usually priced per slice. When you visit with different cake artists be sure to get the unit price. The next thing that weighs in on the cost depends on decoration. The more particular the design the more costly it will be. Request hard to find fillings and you’ll have to pay for that too. Also keep in mind that fondant icing is a bit more expensive than buttercream usually and be prepared to figure in more for custom shapes, handmade detailing, or particular accessories.   

3. Make sure you order enough. Another one of the elements that will help you determine how to plan for your wedding cake is to determine how many guests you will be expecting. The general rules of thumb is that a three tiered cake feeds about 50 to 100 guests, but if you’re expecting 200 guests or more, plan for 5 to 6 layers or maybe a set of dual three tiered cakes.      

4. Decide on the style last. You might think this is one of the most important things but deciding how you will style your wedding cake should be decided once you’ve made other major decisions like what your style décor is going to look like, the venue (indoor/outdoor), color scheme, flowers, the menu and even style of dress has been determined. Reason being you can use all of these things to help drive the cake decision.  

5. Also be realistic with design. It’s so easy to fall in love with the perfect cake that you see in print or on the internet. Photographers have the awesome skills to catch the light just right and use Photoshop to make the cake look even more perfect. Keep in mind that a cake maker’s skills are limited at times so listen to them if there is any question about whether they can produce what you seek. It will help you determine whether to adjust your design idea or seek the right cake artist.


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Skyler Williams link
10/21/2019 10:26:02 am

Thank you for your tip to make sure that enough cake is ordered for the wedding day. My daughter is getting married soon and we want to get her a custom wedding cake for the special day. We'll be sure to order a large enough cake to feed everyone.

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Charlotte Fleet link
4/22/2020 02:06:44 pm

I like that you mention that you should base the style of your wedding cake off of the other decisions you have already made about your wedding. My fiancee and I want a bright natural wedding. I think we should find a professional that can help us get a custom cake that matches that style.

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Mia Evans link
7/23/2021 05:55:42 pm

Thanks for pointing out that fondant icing would be best for the summer season to keep the cake from melting. I will keep that in mind since my partner and I plan to get married in the summer of next year. We are starting to plan as early as now to have everything prepared as soon as possible, so I hope to find a bakery that I can trust soon.

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Windsong Tagaytay link
12/22/2021 06:56:28 am

Thank you for the ideas! I agree that this kind of details on your wedding is also necessary to make the day more memorable, specially if its align to your <a href="https://windsongtagaytay.com">wedding venue</a> theme. Items mentioned on this article is very helpful.

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Millie Hue link
2/9/2022 07:17:34 pm

It really helped when you said that we need to choose a style that will last, especially if the venue will be indoor or outdoor. I will keep that in mind when I look for a custom cakes baker this month and mentioned the specifics of our wedding as well. We actually plan to have the ceremony outdoors and the reception indoors, so we need their expertise regarding what would be perfect for our setup.

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John Carston link
3/8/2022 05:40:07 pm

I like that you said that it is important to understand everything that is used for making your cake. My cousin mentioned to me last night that he and his fiance are planning their desired wedding cake and asked if I have any idea what is the best addition to their options. Thanks to this informative article and I'll be sure to tell them that it will be much better if they consult a wedding cake bakery as they are offering custom-made cakes.

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Victoria Addington link
6/17/2022 03:13:52 am

I was captivated when you mentioned that the theme of your wedding should be considered when deciding on the style of the cake. My friend wants a custom wedding cake that will match the theme of her wedding. I think she should look for a baker that can execute her desired design.

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Basement Underpinning Minnesota link
11/2/2022 10:00:55 pm

Very nice bloog you have here

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Eli Richardson link
2/9/2023 01:59:07 pm

Last week, my brother proposed to his girlfriend, and she said yes, so now they're engaged and ready to plan a winter-themed wedding. I liked what you explained about picking your wedding cake style after you've chosen the decor and venue of your wedding, so I'll make sure my brother and his fiance read this. Thanks for the tips on making your wedding cake selection process easier.

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