Emily Maynard, famous for her appearance on both The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, recently got married to Tyler Johnson, in a quick ceremony that surprised their guests, who were told it would be an engagement party. Going a little less traditional, Maynard opted for cowboy boots instead of uncomfortable stilettos, as well as a pink-toned gown. The wedding cakes was a four-tier affair, complete with light pink fondant and a simple but beautiful jewel-like design pattern.
Are you interested in finding options for unique wedding cakes for your special day? Finding a great cake isn’t necessarily hard. However, making the right decision will require time and research. Otherwise, you might be surprised — and not in a good way — by the way things turn out.
Three Things You Should Ask for When You Order Custom Made Cakes
- How far ahead of time will your cake be completed? You don’t want anything to go stale. On the other hand, you don’t want unexpected problems to result in your cake arriving the day after your wedding, either. Look for wedding cake shops that stick to a schedule.
- Does your cake company have a portfolio of sample work? Anyone can agree to make you an intricate lace design complete with oversized fondant flowers — but not every bakery is equally up to the task. Make sure that your money is going to a professional, not someone who’s using your cake as a guinea pig to develop their own skills.
- There are two main ways to ice the outside of a cake: buttercream and fondant. Buttercream has a more traditional look. Fondant allows for the intricate design work you might see on cake shows. Both styles have their merits. Keep in mind, though, that not all bakeries are capable of working with both mediums.
Three Things You Should Know About Buying Custom Wedding Cakes
- The average price of a wedding cake in the U.S. is about $450. The size, flavor, and design of your cake will influence its price. If you’re trying to cut corners, opt for square wedding cakes — they typically produce more slices.
- In the U.S., about 35% of bakery sales come from decorated cakes — and many of these are wedding cakes. Bakeries need to make money for any work they do. For this reason, don’t expect add-ons like cake delivery or cake cutting to be free.
- Don’t serve custom wedding cakes buffet style, where everyone comes up to get a piece; this encourages people to take extra slices. When the cake is costing you $4 a slice or more, that might not be ideal. Have someone on hand to do the cake cutting for you.
What do you look for in custom wedding cakes? Let us know in the comments. Reference links: www.amadeusfinecakes.com