Share your budget with your cake designer and talk through the theme of your wedding; they can then draw a design from the information provided. Every cake designer is different; what one finds easy and quick, another may find complicated and lengthy – it's always best to have a chat first about your ideas. For those looking for a rustic style, a naked or semi-naked cake would be perfect. If you're looking for a tall cake, dummy tiers are a great option for extra height and impact. Yes, this won't cost as much as an actual cake, but the decoration and time involved does still increase the cost – just keep in mind that you might not save as much money as you think with this option. Don't try to cater to every guest unless the cake is used as a dessert. I always recommend reducing the numbers to minimise wastage, which also helps decrease the cost. For example, cater for 70 people if you're having 100 guests.