Having worked some weddings, I have seen some things that couples will/can appreciate re: saving them money on their nice wedding.
Remember that perception is everything. I have noticed that couples are purchasing these beautiful cakes and after they do the initial slice of the cake, they do not see it again until they have a slice on their plate back at their table after they have completed dancing. Wonder want goes on in the back with the cake...... Well, it is sliced up (of course!) but the question is, is all of the cake used at the wedding and the answer is "no" the slices of the cake are not that large that all of the cake is used. The couple can do one of many things:
*The extravagant cake can be purchased and you perform your initial slicing of the cake but request that your wedding planner ensure that the venue or caterer save the cake that is not sliced or slice extra pieces of the cake for the cake table for guests that would like to enjoy an additional slice. You can ask the baker for the box that the cake came in or for them to supply you with a box so that the cake can be packed up and sent home with you along with your gifts. Otherwise, the remaining cake is discarded with anything else that is left at the venue.
*You could have a tiered cake created with the bottom tier being the only "real" cake. There are bakeries that will be accommodate this requests. If you need to have additional cake for your guests purchase a regular sheet cake to ensure that everyone enjoys cake.
*Remember that cake is part of tradition and if you truly want to be unique with your wedding why not change up the dessert. Who is to say that you cannot have cupcakes, assorted donuts, pies, assorted homemade cakes, and even a ice cream/fruit bar. Your wedding should reflect your lifestyle so do not get caught up in the tradition of a large wedding cake.
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