Your Surrey Wedding- December 2020/January 2021 (Issue 86)

FLOWERS 75 INSPIRATION MEET CAKE MAKER, SHENAZ LAKE-THOMAS FROM LAKE THOMAS CAKES 02089 428 782 | www.ltcakes.co.uk As we’re facing challenging times, don’t give up. You can still have the cake of your dreams, even at a small wedding. Scale your bake down. Smaller creations look just as effective but are more cost-effective. Naturally, you’ll have fewer guests celebrating your big day, but other people who were unable to attend can still have a slice if you wish to distribute it. If you feel your creation is too small, then consider having some fake tiers made. This will make it look bigger, and your guests won’t even realise some are not real. Cupcakes and individual cakes are the perfect alternative to a grand design. These can be displayed on a tower and can be used as a dessert for your guests. When it comes to flavours, if you want your bake to last, you could consider having a fruit cake. If you choose to have a large creation, this can be cut and frozen, and when it’s thawed out will taste amazing. Decorative pieces such as flowers and toppers can be added to a smaller design and look just as effective as it would on a bigger cake. Discuss your ideas with your supplier, and they will be able to offer you suggests on how you can save money and create a gorgeous design. OUR TOP TIPS ON CHOOSING A FLORIST When it comes to your flowers, keep things simple. Your big-day blooms are a great way of showing your personalities and incorporating your chosen theme or colour scheme. There are a wide variety of arrangements available, and by using them on a smaller scale, you’ll be able to save money. Keep in mind that some flowers are seasonal and may be difficult to source or too expensive to purchase at different times of the year. If you have your heart set on a particular flower, talk to your florist and ask if there are any alternatives or if there’s any way you can purchase artificial versions. These often look great and can be preserved as a memento of your special day. Although your wedding is small, it doesn’t mean you can’t make the space beautiful. Look for table arrangements, flower walls, bouquets, buttonholes and flower crowns. The list is endless. Skim through social media and magazines to try and find inspiration and show your findings to your chosen supplier, so they have something to work with.