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Monograms can be a classic and beautiful way to top your wedding cake. Gone are the days when a cake topper always was a miniature bride and groom that did not really look like anyone! Today there are thousands of wedding cake toppers to choose from, including the elegant monogram designs.

It’s a good idea to take the rest of your wedding preparations into consideration when beginning your search for a wedding cake topper. Will the wedding be an elegant affair or are you planning something more casual?

Next you should decide what initials you will use in your cake topper. Often the first initials of the bride and groom are used. Another popular arrangement is to have the initial of the last name in the center, sometimes larger, and the bride and grooms first initials to the left and right. You may also want a very simple design using just the initial of the couple’s last name.

One of the next decisions to be made is the font style. A script font would be appropriate for a traditional wedding look. For a more contemporary wedding, choose a sans serif font. Remember it is a very special occasion so don’t go too simple and plain – this is the day to shimmer and shine!

You will find a wide variety of materials used to create monogram cake toppers. There are simple designs in brushed metal or acrylic, or very ornate toppers covered with sparkles, jewels or Swarovski crystals.

A couple other tips are to think about the color of your wedding cake and also the size of the top layer. You want to make sure that the cake topper you select compliments your wedding cake and is in the right proportions.

Prices for wedding cake toppers are as varied as the designs. Individual letters start as low as $10, but you could spend several hundred dollars for a fancy, customized design. When planning your budget don’t forget that the wedding cake topper is often one of the favorite keepsakes from the special day, along with the gown and guestbook.

While some wedding supply stores may carry monogram wedding cake toppers, there will be more variety online. But beware, the vast array of choices online might leave you dazed and confused. It’s a good idea to try and narrow down your choices at the beginning of your search to avoid being totally overwhelmed.