To Cake or Not to Cake

....that is the question we are faced with.

Keeping in mind my blog ' Preparing a Wedding Budget', my fiance and I undertook the task of deciding what was important and what wasn't important for our wedding.

The venue, the dress, the photography and the music were all things that fell into our 'important' category. In our 'not-so-important' category were things like the bombonieres, extravagant centrepieces and the wedding cake.

I know some people think the whole 'cutting of the cake' is an important tradition that can't be left out of a wedding, but we just couldn't justify spending $600 on a cake that most people don't eat, or don't remember eating, anyway.

So...we are currently thinking of doing away with the tradition of a wedding cake and using that money for something that is more important to us.

But of course...many people are very excited by the idea of wedding cakes so I will throw a few suggestions as to what you can do for a wedding cake - or in place of a wedding cake.


The Traditional Wedding Cake

For all you traditionalists out there - the classic tiered wedding cake is still very popular! Comes in many colours and flavours - this particular design is 'Chanel' from The Glory Box.


The Cupcake Tower

Almost overtaking the traditional tiered wedding cake in the popularity stakes is the cupcake wedding cake.

Add your own touch with funky designs and coloured icing. Also saves the catering staff having to cut your wedding cake for you!

This one is courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings.


The Modern Wedding Cake

A modern twist on an old classic - the modern wedding cake can take many forms. Colourful and artistic, you can now shape your wedding cake to suit your wedding theme, or your personalities.


The Quirky Wedding Cake

The strange little bride and groom on top...the quirky colours and designs...these cakes are the epitome of the unique couple.

This example is from  The Glory Box.


The Chocolate Foundation Alternative

If you're not too keen on the traditional wedding cake...what about a chocolate fountain as a fun alternative? Besides the possibility of a bit of chocolatey mess...this is a great idea for those who like to be a little different.

For suppliers in Perth, see Chocolate Attraction or Chocolate Fountain Hire Perth.


The Lolly Buffet

Themed to suit your wedding style & colours, the lolly buffet is a great idea that allows your guests to choose their own lolly 'goodie-bags'.

This style is from The Candy Buffet Company.


The OTT Wedding Cake

Would you expect anything less from Peter Andre and Katie Price (aka Jordan)? I'm not sure this is a wedding trend that is going to catch on anytime soon...but I'll give them points for originality.