Whether you realize it or not, your cake ends up being the focal point at every wedding. The cake is strategically placed in the room so that everyone can see it and it usually results in a lot of “ohhhh’s and ahhh’s” as guest gather around it to admire the design. I asked the wonderful Hilary of “Cake Creations by Hilary” to be a guest blogger to talk a little bit about the
Although I don’t have all the cakes she’s made for my clients, all of the cakes you see in this post are creations of Hilary! Not only does your cake serve as a masterpiece but you obviously want it to taste great too! I gotta tell you, I look forward the wedding cake at every wedding and it can really reflect the personalities of the Brides and Grooms……….
Tradition, tradition!
Did you know that when wedding cakes originally came into being they were nothing more than a simple loaf of hard bread? The tradition was that the groom would break the loaf of bread over the bride’s head to show his dominance over her. Whew! I don’t know about you, but I’m sure glad that wedding cakes have changed and evolved over time!
Nowadays, things are different. No longer do brides need to wear a helmet for the cake cutting portion of the reception (Although occasionally an apron may be called for to protect that amazing dress if the groom’s a cake smasher!). Brides are not necessarily going along with the traditional wedding cake design. Now there are Options. Yes, that’s Options with a capital “O”.
The Times They Are A Changin’
Weddings are quickly becoming less formal and more about the personality of the individual couple. People are getting married at their favorite destinations. Bridal parties are dancing down the aisle to a special song. Brides and their fathers are choreographing dances to wow the reception guests with. It’s all about having fun being who you really are. This is, after all, your day to shine, so why not take advantage of it.
Well Cake Lady, you may say, that’s all well and good, but what’s your point already? My point is, that one of the best ways you can allow your unique personality to shine is to work with a decorator who will help you custom design your wedding cake. Next to the wedding dress, the cake will be the most important feature of your wedding. When your guests walk in to the reception and they find themselves anxiously awaiting your arrival, give them something to really ooh and awe over. Let them be wowed by a gorgeous cake, especially one that they can look at and know without a doubt is yours.
Back to Those Options
Options? I have options? Of course you do! Are you someone with a larger than life personality? Maybe you need a cake filled with color and whimsy. Do you scrapbook all of the old family photos and treasure the shawl that Great Grandma Dorothy left you? Maybe a more traditional, antiqued style of wedding cake is what will tickle your fancy.
But Cake Lady, seriously, my mother will flip if she finds out I want to make my cake in the shape of a fish like we caught when we went on our first date! Okay, okay, I understand. Don’t worry, that’s why you work with a professional cake designer. As a cake designer, I can tell you that it’s my job to help you find your “sweet spot” with your wedding cake. You know, the place where it all comes together. The cake is delicious, the design reflects who you are, and nobody’s mother is going to flip over anything. I take you through the process, step-by-step and show you all of your options. Maybe we decide that instead of making the wedding cake in the shape of the fish you caught on that first date we’ll have a cake that’s the flavor of the strawberry margarita you shared after you caught the fish. (We can save the carved fish for the Groom’s Cake!) Perhaps you have a special dog or cat that you share and you’d like your furry friend to be included on the cake. We can do a custom designed, one-of-a-kind topper so there’s no mistaking whose cake this is.
Shine On!
There are so many options! Color, flavor, size, shape, theme – endless possibilities! When you plan your wedding cake, be sure to sit down with a designer who will talk to you about not just the cake, but who you are. Help them to get an idea of your personality. When you come for your consultation and tasting, bring pictures and swatches. Write down or sketch out your ideas. Most importantly, remember that your cake reflects who you are. Have fun with it and enjoy your incredible day, knowing that you really did put your heart and soul into it.
Are you getting married and still looking for someone to design your cake? Below is Hilary’s contact information….when you call, tell her Jen says hi! 🙂
Cake Creations by Hillary
Hillary Empfield
cakecreationsbyhillary@gmail.
