If you are a bride who wants a traditional wedding cake, but would still like to save some money, there are many creative alternatives. One easy way to save is by substituting “fake” cake layers into your wedding cake, or by using an entirely “fake cake”.

Florists use “fake cakes” to display fresh flower designs used to decorate wedding cakes. You’ve probably seen them used at bridal fairs and wedding trade shows, and probably didn’t pay much attention. But now that you realize that this could save you some real money, you’d like to know more.

Saving on wedding cakes and more

If you’ve got any other ideas about this, feel free to chime in!

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