Not all couples want a dainty white cake with flowers. If you’re having a themed wedding, or just fancy something a little out of the ordinary, a white-iced fruitcake just won’t cut it (See what I did there?). You’ll want something wacky, something crazy or just something wow!

Under $300
Cake 97 sell a variety of cakes, including huge sumptuous chocolate cakes and novelty cakes shaped like castles. With an average price of just $230, you should be able to find something that tickles your fancy without breaking the bank.

Under $500
Here’s something really crazy: a cheese cake. No, not a cheesecake. A cake made of cheese. Great for the couple with a savory tooth, Fancy That make these from round tiers of cheese and decorated with bunches of grapes. £345 for three tiers, this is certainly something out of the ordinary. Visit your nearest cheesemonger to find your ideal cheese wheels.

$500 +
For something stylish yet different, why not go for something personalized? For the traveling couple, Elegant Cheesecakes designed this “Traveling Love” cake. It is guaranteed to put a smile on your guests lips, but at $1100 for 100 guests, it doesn’t come cheap.

Cupcakes

Cupcakes are becoming more and more popular as an alternative to wedding cake. Each guest has a cupcake each, so you know exactly how much you need to buy, minimizing the leftovers and waste. It also saves the problem of trying to work out exactly how big a serving should be.

Under $300
The cheapest way to do this is to make your own. However, making 100 cupcakes with only a couple of days left until the wedding is not going to fill every bride with delight. If you would rather buy, head to the grocery stores. Many grocery stores sell boxes of delicious cupcakes for just a few dollars, keeping your costs at rock bottom.

Under $500
If storing 100 cupcakes in your cupboards and entrusting your maid of honor to transport them all to the venue in a Tupperware box is not for you, many bakers have caught on to this trend and are making their own mini cupcakes. Cupcake Couture sell gorgeous cupcakes the size of a 50 cent piece, offering guests a bite sized sweet treat that no-one will be able to refuse. At just $16 per dozen, you can afford to have several per guest, choosing from their great range of tempting flavors.

$500 +
The Little Venice Cake Company sell truly amazing cakes. Their individual cake range varies from the traditional to the wild and includes a lovely pavlova design. Made from mini hazelnut or vanilla meringues filled with fruit and edible flowers. Even the cake stand is made from white chocolate. At £12.50 per pavlova plus £15 per cake stand it will cost at least £1300 for a party of 100. Their site is a great place to browse for inspiration and images to take to your local cake maker.

Hopefully by now you have found the inspiration for your favorite cake and it is well within your budget. Remember to taste the cakes if possible- most bakers offer this service so you can ensure you are completely happy with the taste as well as the look. Have fun looking for your perfect cake- it really is possible to have your cake and eat it!