African Wedding Cakes Price Guide
We understand your traditional engagement or wedding cake is more than just dessert – it’s a centerpiece of your celebration.
Our pricing reflects the quality ingredients, craftsmanship, and cultural storytelling that go into each bespoke cake.
Below is a guide to starting prices for our most popular Nigerian/African wedding cake styles, along with approximate servings.
All prices include standard fondant finish, names/initials and minimal design. More detailed decorations and figures are available as add-ons.
Suitcase Cakes – Starting Prices
What’s included in the starting price:
- 🧳 Full fondant covering with smooth finish
- 🪄 Classic stacked suitcase shape (1–3 tiers)
- 🧵 Handcrafted suitcase detailing like straps, buckles, and stitching
- 🎨 Basic piping, lace borders, or embossed patterns
- 🎨 Simple color combinations (e.g., ivory/gold, burgundy/white)
| Tiers | Approx. Servings | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Tier (8″) | ~40 servings | £275 – £375 |
| 2-Tier (8″+10″) | ~110 servings | £395 – £675 |
| 3-Tier (8″+10″+12″) | ~218 servings | £500 – £850 |
| 4-Tier (custom) | ~280+ servings | £600 – £1,000+ |
Cushion (Pillow) Cakes – Starting Prices
What’s included in the starting price:
- 🛏️ Hand-sculpted cushion tiers (single or stacked)
- 💠 Embossed fondant texture to resemble fabric
- 🎀 Basic beading, tassels, or stitch-effect trims
- 🎨 One or two-tone fondant color schemes
- 🌸 1–2 small handcrafted sugar flowers or a silk flower accent
| Tiers | Approx. Servings | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Tier (8″) | ~54 servings | £295 – £375 |
| 2-Tier (8″+10″) | ~134 servings | £400 – £650 |
| 3-Tier (6″+8″+10″) | ~200 servings | £500 – £850 |
| 4-Tier (custom) | ~280+ servings | £600 – £1,000+ |
Round & Square Cakes – Starting Prices
What’s included in the starting price:
- 🍰 Smooth fondant finish in one or two colours
- 🕊️ Subtle stencil work, embossed cultural symbols, or lace-style trims (edible sugar lace or piped royal icing motifs)
- 🎀 Basic ribbon trims or metallic edgework
- 🌸 1–2 small sugar or silk floral accents, or
- 👑 a non-figurine topper (e.g., monogram plaque, crown, small ring box)
| Tiers | Approx. Servings | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Tier (8″) | ~40 servings | £275 – £375 |
| 2-Tier (8″+10″) | ~110 servings | £395 – £675 |
| 3-Tier (8″+10″+12″) | ~218 servings | £500 – £850 |
| 4-Tier (custom) | ~280+ servings | £600 – £1,000+ |
Add-Ons & Custom Touches
Optional extras to enhance your design and customise your cake further:
- 🎎 Bride & Groom Figurine Toppers – from £75 each
- 🪘 Dummy Display Tiers – for added height or drama
- 🌸 Floral Upgrades – additional sugar/silk florals
- 🎨 Deluxe Finishes – gold leaf, beading, lacework: +20–30%
- 🍰 Extra Servings – kitchen cakes: £3–£5 per serving
- 👑 Custom Toppers – plaques, crowns, ring boxes, etc.
We'll confirm any add-ons during your email consultation email consultation so there are no surprises.
Need Something Bigger?
We can create cakes beyond what’s shown here – including four tiers or custom shapes. Let us know what you have in mind and we’ll quote accordingly.
Booking Your Cake
- Enquire: Tell us your date, guest count, and design inspiration via our online enquiry form
- Receive Quote: We’ll send a tailored proposal and pricing
- Secure Your Date: Booking is confirmed with a deposit
We take a limited number of commissions to maintain quality – early booking is recommended!