Your wedding cake just may be the most important purchase you make in your lifetime.  Make sure you get it right. Here's some quick tips.

• It’s always up to the bride.
• Incorporate food the bride likes into the cake.
• The bride’s ethnic background can be integrated into the design of the cake.
• Take note of any allergies.
• Always deal with a bakery that is Board of Health inspected and approved.
• Give at least one month notice before your wedding.
• Do not use real flowers on your wedding cake They have often been sprayed with pesticides.
• Bring photos of what appeals to you to your cake designer.
• Incorporate designs from the wedding party into the cake (i.e. dress, flowers, venue etc).
• Draw inspiration from the gown to decide the texture of the icing.
• Use sketches to get an idea of what the final product will look like.
• A bridal bouquet is often a source of inspiration when it comes to creating the look of the wedding cake.
• Always ask a lot of questions to find out the bride’s preferences.
• While the elements at a wedding reception need to match, there should be a lush mix of details that complement each other when it comes to the design of the wedding cake.
• Oftentimes, the best inspiration comes from the bride and groom’s own life stories.
• The cake should be well lit during the reception so the colors on it will stand out.
• You need to make a cake that is appropriate for the occasion. Always be cognizant of the event – the theme, the colors, and the décor.
• Visit many different bakers and sample all of their cakes before choosing your wedding cake designer.
• Be sure to incorporate seasons into your cake.
• Variety is everything. Look into making each layer a different flavor.