For instance, they recommend allotting 2% of your budget to your wedding cake.

According toWedding Forward, the average cost of a wedding cake is about $540.

PerWeddingwire, the bigger the cake, the more expensive it usually is.

pink wedding cake on display

However, even a small cake can cost a pretty penny if you are hoping for intricate details.

Plus, the budget for a cake doesn’t just include the actual cake.

According toWoman Getting Married, the best thing you’re free to do is keep things simple.

couple cutting their wedding cake

wedding cupcakes