Whether you're an avid baker or a connoisseur of fine baking, you'll know that the right cake topper makes the cake. Cake toppers are available in a wide range of designs to suit every occasion and taste. When planning an important wedding or birthday, consider the following tips for choosing perfect toppers.
Match the Style or Tone of the Celebration
The style of a celebration depends on who is invited and the preferences of the guests of honor. Cake toppers for wedding cakes, for example, may be formal-- or the couple may prefer a contemporary, even humorous style. Birthdays are usually fun and festive, but for the cake, some people choose a classic, elegant look, with ribbons, fresh flowers, and fine porcelain.
For traditional marriages, vintage wedding cake toppers are an option. Did you know that a wedding cake topper from the 1930's or even 20's can be purchased online? A classic cake might be crowned with fresh flowers, porcelain intertwined hearts, an elegant monogram, or kissing doves. A contemporary original art piece, made by a skilled crafts person, creates beauty and elegance. A metal or acrylic shape displaying the names of bride and groom; or engraved with words such as "Love" or "Bliss", create a romantic tone.
For a lighthearted celebration, look for funny wedding cake toppers, such as figurines of a married couple having fun on the beach in Hawaii, hiking in the mountains, riding a motorcycle, horseback riding, or golfing. Other options depict the "war" between the sexes-there are figurines that show a bride lassoing the groom, a bride holding the belt of a kneeling groom, and bride dragging the groom by the leg.
Birthday cake toppers also reflect different styles. For elegance or simplicity, aim for one single topper that is either attractive or informative. An attractive birthday cake topper might be a bouquet of flowers, a silk butterfly, or a satin bow. An informative topper might be the birthday year, the person's name, a framed photo, or a birthday greeting. A topper made of a good quality metal, glass, or acrylic, with a touch of color or jewels can be quite elegant.
For a fun or more personalized birthday cake, consider toppers that create a story. The cake may display a special interest or hobby or show characters from a favorite cartoon or movie. A theme cake is colorful, detailed, and an entertaining conversation piece.
Get to Know the Guests of Honor
Knowing something about the wedding couple, birthday "girl", or birthday "boy" can be quite helpful when selecting cake toppers. Beyond color and material preferences, it helps to know hobbies, interests, favorite animals, and favorite flowers, etc. when the cake is being personalized.
You may already know enough about the honored person(s). If not, interview a few family members or friends to discover the right theme. There is probably no sport, hobby, or taste that cannot be depicted with cake toppers, for example, picture a golf green with golfers, a scary scene with bats and vampires, or Pokémon figures in action on a birthday cake. A wedding cake may display many personal motifs or a single crowning figurine showing a couple engaging in an activity they enjoy.
Know Your Budget
As nice as it is to splurge for a special occasion, most of us have a budget. Fortunately, selections are available for every budget. For a wedding, consider rental as an alternative to purchasing. Look for edible and inedible toppers at bulk food stores, baking shops, and crafts stores. Browse the internet for catalogue items and custom order selections.
Order on Time
Shopping in advance is the best way to ensure that you come up with an exciting idea and get what you want. When ordering a custom made item for a wedding, keep peak wedding seasons in mind and order many months in advance. Internet shopping will yield many figurines that are unavailable in local shops, but remember to allow sufficient time for shipping.
Use Toppers as Party Souvenirs
Toppers on wedding cakes are often treasured for years as family heirlooms. When used on wedding cupcakes, toppers double as decorations and as party favors for each guest. A single monogram or figurine on a birthday cake can be an additional birthday gift; and multiple figurines on a birthday cake or on cupcakes can be souvenirs for party guests.
Consult with Others
Some people enjoy the surprise factor and choose to keep cake decorations a secret until the special day. This works for birthdays, as they come up every year. A wedding, on the other hand, occurs much less frequently--so getting one or more second opinions may not be a bad idea. Before purchasing or placing an order, get the input of one or more important people involved with the celebration. This last step will ensure that you have done all that is possible to select a fabulous cake topper.
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