The Fake Cake

I’m not sure what way I am going to go with this blog…basically because, let’s be honest…I really like cake (okay, being even more honest…I really like all food). So, when a bride came to me last year and explained to me that she was having a “fake cake” at her wedding, I had feelings of concern, confusion, interest and curiosity. After further investigation, these fake cakes are actually quite intricate and amazing. They have a little “trap door” on the side of them that you an insert a Twinkie or a small piece of cake in there to use in the cake cutting ceremony. The point then is to have sheet cake in the back for the caterers to serve.

 So…why a fake cake, what are the pros and cons:

Pros:

• BUDGET! If you are on a budget and want a luxurious and elaborate cake for a quarter of the price…this would be a good option
• The cake doesn’t melt….Fake Cakes are used with fondant on Styrofoam which gives it very good support, this way it will stay intact in all elements of the weather.
• You can rent it…yup…just put a deposit down and they will ship it to you..it’s that easy.
• There are many different styles to choose from and if you don’t find one that you like you can always have one made.
• No wasted money on left over cake that will not be eaten.

Cons:

• You can’t eat it.  
• You can rent it…someone else had a cake just like yours.
• You may have to book well in advance to get the fake cake you want particularly if it is a popular wedding cake design
• You have to pay for any damage to the cake for repairs, or if beyond repair pay for the full cost to replace the cake.

 

There are a lot more pros and cons out there, but, for the budget conscience bride, this is definitely an option to look into!

 

Check out these pictures below…they are all fake cakes!

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