The special occasion cakes, as the name suggests are really special and unique. These cakes are baked and designed for the special occasions they are meant for. We just mention here the names of some important event or celebration and the related cakes:

Baby shower cakes: Baby shower cakes are part of baby shower celebration which is held in the later stages of pregnancy or sometimes just after the baby is born. There are two types of baby shower cakes- edible cakes which are baked like other regular cakes; and non-edible cakes or diaper cakes which the mom tears to cover the small bottom of the newly-born. Whatever may be the cake design, it should incorporate the baby-stuff or the elements of childhood in it. As such the baby shower cakes come in different unusual shapes like a baby boy or girl, a teddy bear, cakes topped with small edible toys, Mickey-figures etc. There are colorful cakes in single-tiers or multi-tiers also. Baby shower cakes are the perfect way to bestow your love, care and affection on the mom and her baby.

Birthday cakes: Birthdays are occasions to be celebrated almost in all cultures of the world. Every person- from a kid to an adult wants to celebrate this day with a cake. Birthday cakes are designed in different interesting shapes like a Poker's table, a Disney land, football field, Philadelphia flyers shape, an airplane, a guitar etc. These cakes are baked in different flavors like apricot, chocolate, vanilla, lemon, strawberry etc. A birthday candle serves as the best birthday cake topper. Special occasion cakes like birthday cakes are really special celebrating the time we come on this lovely world.

Bridal showers cakes: Wedding shower or bridal shower cakes are also special occasion cakes. Bridal shower cakes are cut on the bridal shower function celebrated on the night prior to the actual wedding ceremony. Usually the bride's maid order for a cake that reflects the would-be-bride's hobbies and passions. One of the most popular bridal shower cakes is the one that is an exact replica of the bridal gown. There are wedding shower towel cakes also which can be unfolded and used by the bride after her marriage. You can use any cake topper or cake favor that suits the personality of the would-be-bride.

Wedding cakes: The wedding cakes and the cake-cutting ceremony is a significant wedding tradition. There are wedding cakes which are baked in multiple designs and flavors. There are single-tiered cakes, multi-tiered cakes, individual cupcakes etc. Here follows a list of different wedding cakes based on themes, colors and flavors:
Beach wedding cakes
Fall wedding cakes
Tropical wedding cakes
Christmas wedding cakes
Seashell wedding cakes
Chocolate wedding cakes
Cheesecake  wedding cakes
Cheap wedding cakes
Black and white wedding cakes

10. Traditional wedding cakes

11. Butterfly wedding cakes

12. Cheap wedding cakes

Wedding Anniversary cakes: A wedding anniversary is as special as the wedding. For this special event cakes are baked in many ways that reflect the couple's choice and temperament. A wedding anniversary cake is generally topped with candles that represent the total number of years. You can also have two cakes in the shape of two numbers like one and zero if it is a 10th wedding anniversary. Again many couples opt for an exact replica of the wedding cake as a wedding anniversary cake. Cake toppers like a figurine of the wedding couple as they appeared on their wedding day can be reproduced to revive the past spirit. Wedding anniversary cakes are thus special occasion cakes.

For all these occasions, cakes are baked in individual style and taste. Most of the cakes are available in common flavors like chocolate, vanilla, lime curd, coconut etc. Filling can be done with fruits like banana, pineapple, peach, blueberry and nuts like walnuts, hazelnut etc. For icing you can choose from butter cream, chocolate Ganache, fondant etc. Special occasion cakes are very beautiful and elegant cakes.  

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1. Invitations: The kind of invitations that are sent out before the wedding establishes the theme that the wedding is going to have. Using green wedding ideas and concepts can really set the tone and expectation of the guests. Here are three things that can do it.

i) Blooms invitation: There is a beauty in simplicity that only a naturalist knows of. These invitation cards only have a simple border design which is complemented by a subtly placed bloom of the couple's choice.

ii) Floral watercolor invitation: Adding innocence to a wedding can be a very touching and meaningful step and these invitations do just that with handmade watercolor floral imprints.

iii) Dancing buds invitation: A very light touch can be given to the invitation with the help of a faint background behind the text.

2. Decorations: Once the theme of the wedding is set through the use of multiple green wedding ideas such as the above mentioned invitations, the next step is to honor the expectation of the guests through the use of decorations influenced by the same concept. The following are some through which the couple can improve the natural factor of their wedding.

i) Pastel Vases: A wedding consists of tables and a table will always need one or two vases on it to bring out the look. For a green wedding, the vases used should have pastel shades and should not be too bright or too dull.

ii) Topiary Card Holders: Any well organized wedding would require card holders assigning seats to guests. Therefore, instead of using a conventional card holder made of plastic, a wedding shaped by green wedding ideas would include natural topiary card holders.

iii) Customized Silk Flower Petals: Another of the many green wedding ideas is the use of personalized silk flower petals. These are artificial petals made with silk that can carry any name or message.

3. Food: If the invitations and decorations are influenced by green wedding ideas then the food should be too. The following are some suggestions.

i) Whole Leaf Tea Sachets: Using sachets that carry a whole leaf attached to their tops can set the mood of the wedding.

ii) Bird Nests: The table can also carry mini bird nests which can be used to store small treats or candies for the guests.

iii) Personalized Honey Jars: Personalization is the best way to make a wedding special. Using personalized honey jars can combine the provision of a food supplement with decorating the table.

The above mentioned green wedding ideas can add the natural aspect to any wedding in addition to bringing about a peaceful and relaxing environment.

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There is no limit to what you can do with your wedding as long as you take the time to plan it accordingly. It is your special day, after all, and you can make it whatever you want. If you want a classic wedding with the traditional flowers, music, reception, and ceremony, you can have that. If you want a more casual wedding that has a fun theme, you can have that, as well. Ultimately, as long as you get the wedding that you’ve always wanted, you will be doing just fine.

Planning a wedding is never an easy task. However, with the help of wedding ideas and suggestions about what might work for your big day, you will likely find it easier to get the whole event underway. You don’t have to come up with an idea that’s never been done before to have a unique wedding, either. There are plenty of ideas already out there that aren’t as popular and can give you a fun and different experience than you might expect from a wedding. Slow down, take the time to plan a strategy and make a list of which elements are most important to you in planning (costs, themes, styles, etc.), and you will have a much easier time at getting everything taken care of.

With the help of online stores, you can get great ideas for gifts, favors, and wedding decorations. There is something out there for everyone, no matter what it is that you might be interested in. Make sure that you allow yourself to see what all your options are before you make any decisions, because you don’t want to settle for something good when you can find something great for your wedding. Take advantage of the wedding ideas that are out there, whether you already have your own or not.

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While you do want to have an elegant wedding, it doesn have to cost a fortune. When you start planning your wedding, you should take the time to research inexpensive wedding ideas so that you can have the wedding of your dreams at a reasonable cost. You can enlist the help of family and friends to help you make the preparations for the wedding so that you won feel overwhelmed by all the work you have to do. This way everyone close to you can share in getting ready for your happy day.

The cake for your wedding doesn have to be one that you order from a bakery. Your mom or even you can make the wedding cake quite easily whether you want a fruit cake or you want to use an ordinary cake mix. Many craft outlets rent the bake ware needed for making the various sizes of cakes that make up a wedding cake for the low price of $1 a day. Make a cake every now and then in whatever size you want and then freeze the cakes. Make arrangements to have a professional decorate the cakes for you. This person will tell you how long the cakes need to be thawed before they can be iced and decorated. You can pick up the stands and other ornaments that you want to have on the cake quite cheaply at a dollar store.

Why pay a lot of money for wedding favors at a wedding supply store? One very inexpensive way of making your own favors is to buy a large amount of netting in whatever color you wish. This is available at craft stores, both online and off. Cut the netting into squares large enough to hold two Hershey kisses. Tie the netting together with small pieces of ribbon. You can buy the bags of kisses quite cheaply and have enough for a large number of guests for less than $10. Use your computer to type up a little note or verse of your choosing and print off the pages. Cut the messages apart using a scissors with corrugated edges and then staple a message to each little bundle of kisses.

For the wedding meal, if you prepare your own food, you will save a lot of money as opposed to hiring a caterer. In order to do this you enlist the help of neighbours and family members to do the cooking. You purchase the food and ask others to do the cooking for you. Then you can ask people not directly involved in the wedding party to set out the tables and serve the meal, as well as tea and coffee. You might also choose to have a buffet meal where everyone serves themselves, which eliminates the need for servers. If you really want to have an inexpensive meal, ask each of the guests to bring a dish with them for buffet. Then you won`t have to worry about what food to serve or have to plan the meal.