When you think of wedding cakes, the first thing that springs to mind is probably a tiered cake covered in all white icing. However, wedding cakes can come in all sizes and colors. Even that traditional tiered cake can be quite unique if it is decorated to match a wedding's theme. If you are interested in some great wedding cake ideas, be ready to think outside the box.

One idea you may want to consider is replacing the traditional big cake with a small cake for each table. This lets you really get creative with different sizes, shapes and flavors and is the perfect choice for someone who can't decide between that rich red velvet cake and the decadent double chocolate pound cake. Even better, you can save money and time by using the cakes as centerpieces. Simply place a wedding topper on each of the cakes, put them on ornate cake stands and then set one of them in the middle of each table.

For someone who has an informal wedding or a wedding in a location where eating cake off a plate could be a bit awkward, a cake created from layers of cupcakes is a fun idea. Each layer of cupcakes is arranged in a circle and then iced to look as though they are actually one solid piece.