One of the most exciting
elements that accompanies planning a wedding is choosing the wedding cake. Every element of the wedding cake is quite enjoyable. However many details encompass the design, color, and flavor selection. Whether you're looking for an extravagant cake similar to Prince William and Catherine or you're looking for a small homemade cake your options are endless.
Frosting & Batter
Perhaps one of the biggest compromises that must be made when choosing a wedding cake is choosing the batter and frosting. Although the bride and groom may prefer red velvet and coconut, the wedding guests need to be considered. Try to stray away from exotic flavors such as coconut with lemon or banana chocolate rum. Everyone needs to be able to enjoy the deliciousness of a wedding cake. However at the end of the day the wedding couple needs to be happy.
Color
Ideally the wedding cake should compliment the color scheme. Colors can be very vibrant and vivid or they can be subtle and soft. The color of your wedding cake should reflect the mood that you are trying to set. Soft colors set a gentle mood, while more vibrant colors are fun.
Tiers
The original idea of having multiple tiers came from the French. For larger weddings there are usually four or more tiers. While smaller weddings have less tiers. None the less no matter how many tiers there are you never want to have too much or too little cake.
Design
Ideas for cake designs can be found everywhere. There are tons of television shows (Ace of Cakes, Cake Boss, Cake Wars) and magazine articles to help create inspiration. The design can be very traditional with simple designs and subtle accents; or it can be completely out of the box. The design of your cake should reflect your personality.
