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    Feb 11, 2019 5 minutes
    BY ALYSSA LONGOBUCCO
    PHOTOGRAPH BY
    DANA CUBBAGE WEDDINGS

    Your cake is probably one of the most anticipated elements of your wedding—after all, who doesn’t like dessert? And while it’s bound to be delicious no matter what you do, there are a few things you should know about your confection before you sit down with a baker or start sampling frostings. Allow us to fill you in.

    must-read wedding cake tips

    Keep these pointers in mind to get the tiered confection of your dreams.

    1 Nail down your style, then choose your cake.

    You may love a rustic semi-naked cake, but if you’re hosting a black-tie ballroom wedding, the two styles may not jive. Before deciding on the look of your cake, figure out certain specifics about your event, like the venue, palette and vibe. That way, your cake will complement—and not compete with—your

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