Art Deco Wedding Cakes

Let’s face it; choosing the design of your wedding cake is a big deal. While art deco cakes tend to not be as traditional as your typical white wedding cake, they are often extremely detailed which without a doubt makes for a one-of-a-kind cake. Their intricate detail and sometimes-bold coloring can lead to gorgeous cakes, sure to be remembered. Take a look at some of our favorites below!

Crème Delicious

Last week our friend Sandya from Crème Delicious stopped by the office to drop off some yummy treats for us. Sandya used to be a Mehendi artist and decided to transition into the pastry world. Now she does beautiful henna inspired cookies, cakes and other tasty desserts. We think her cookies are perfect as favor so a mehendi event!

Shell Out!

A serene walk on the beach is always incomplete without that little stab on your foot from one of nature's most magical creations - a seashell.
 
When having a beach wedding, most people use seashells as a theme for the cake, invittions and wedding favors - But what about the ceremony? Here are some ideas for using seashells in your ceremony to make the decor more authentic.

 

Should You Do Multiple Events For Your Wedding?

When planning your dream wedding, it is easy to get carried away with the details. But with a little creativity and some research, you are able to cut costs without sacrificing quality and flare.

Here are a few ideas that can help you save:

1. Your Wedding Date: The peak wedding season is anywhere between April and September. If you pick a date that is between November and March, more resources will be available and you will cut costs. Also, more venues will be available.

2. Creative Centerpieces: Many brides purchase centerpieces from the decorators, which can be expensive, especially if the number of guests add up. But by being a little creative, you can create your own centerpieces that cost less. You can even visit discount stores or order things in bulk. You don’t have to have extravagant flower arrangements to project elegance and flare.

3. Lighting: If you have a budget that can’t include wall to wall lighting for each event, limit the special lighting to one of the events of your wedding. Also, opt to do four lights per wall to still give it a little bit of an effect.

4. Flowers: Asking your florist/decorator to reuse flowers is a cost friendly choice. In a different setting and lighting, the flowers will look different and unique. Don’t forget that you can use the flowers to decorate the room, bathroom, or even the cake.

5. Limiting Alcohol: Alcohol can take up a big part of your budget. You can cut the cost by limiting the amount you offer to your guests. It is not required for you to provide a full bar for all of your events. For cocktail hour, you can just limit it to select wines and beers. Maybe for the night before you do specialty drinks, like an assorted moito bar, or frozen drinks.

6. The Cake: To cut down the per slice cost, ask your bakery for only one or two real tiers of cake instead of all of your tiers. Most bakeries will give you the option of installing fake tiers for a minimum per tier charge. This option can easily help you save and still give you the cake you want. Also, maybe consider ordering cake for only half of your guests if there are also other desserts being offered.

7. Linens: If a full linen ensemble is not in your budget, you can get away with doing a runner on the table, charger plates on the table, or use just chair covers and sashes. Use the table linens provided by your venue and then rent the chair covers. To finish the look, select a chair sash to match the main color of your centerpiece.

Cake Vendors We Love

One of the most exciting parts about a wedding celebration is the cutting of the cake. What’s the second most exciting part? Eating the cake! When picking your cake, be sure to choose a vendor that sees your cake as a creative adventure as well as a tasty delight. For a masterpiece of a cake with slices starting at under $20, check out Ron Ben-Israel Cakes at http://weddingcakes.com/#/home/! City Sweets and Confections at http://www.citysweets.com/ have slices starting at under $12, and don’t forget Sylvia Weinstock Cakes Ltd. at http://www.sylviaweinstock.com/index_fl4.html, they have tantalizing slices starting at under $10. Their creative and delicious cakes are sure to bring that decadent style and taste you want. So get creative and watch your cake outshine your center pieces!

Prioritize and Budget

It’s an exciting time. You just got engaged to your soul mate and you start looking at magazines, dresses, and décor. Don’t get carried away just yet. If you don’t prioritize your wants and needs and set a budget, this special time can become stressful and put a strain on your finances and your relationships.

Be realistic and honest with yourself. Do you really need crystals on your cake? Do you need a ten piece band and a dj? Distinguish between what you want and what you need.

Setting and following a budget will help guide you throughout the planning process. Understand you may have to make some comprises. If you exceed the budget with one item, such as your dress, be prepared to cut back in other areas, such as décor. The more you want, the bigger the budget.


Helpful Tips:

• Budget: Think with your wallet
• The time of year: Holidays and long weekends are normally more expensive
• Linen: Go with the standard or what the venue or caterer supplies
• Cake: Go with a local bakery that will be less expensive.
• Menu: Try a buffet option instead of a seated dinner service

Stay flexible, prioritize, and remember you can have an amazing wedding on any budget!