When Should You Order Your Wedding Cake Topper? A UK Planning Guide
Planning a wedding involves juggling countless details — venues, dresses, guest lists — and somewhere on that list sits your wedding cake topper. A common question couples ask is:
“When should we order our personalised wedding cake topper?”
Ordering at the right time ensures you get the design you love without stress or last-minute rushing. Here’s a simple guide to help UK couples plan ahead.
Why Timing Matters
Farmer bride & groom wedding cake topper with groom holding a bunch of carrots.
A personalised wedding cake topper is handmade and created specifically for you. Unlike shop-bought decorations, bespoke toppers involve:
discussing ideas
sharing reference photos
sculpting and detailing
finishing and dispatch
Because each piece is individually crafted, planning ahead guarantees availability and allows time for thoughtful personalisation.
Recommended Ordering Timeline
6–12 Months Before Your Wedding
This is the ideal window.
Many couples book early — especially for popular summer wedding dates — ensuring plenty of time to:
discuss design ideas
confirm details
secure a slot in the maker’s diary
You can explore inspiration on the
👉 Bride & Groom Cake Toppers page.
3–6 Months Before
Still possible in many cases, but availability may be limited depending on the season.
Ordering within this window means:
fewer available time slots
less flexibility for complex designs
Checking the
👉 Prices & Ordering page
will help you plan your next step.
Less Than 3 Months Before
At this stage, it’s worth enquiring — but options may be restricted.
Handcrafted toppers take time, and last-minute requests can be difficult during busy wedding periods.
If you’re unsure, answers to common questions can be found on the
👉 Wedding Cake Topper FAQ page.
What Information You’ll Need to Provide
To create a topper that reflects you, couples usually share:
photos
outfit ideas
hairstyles
pets or accessories to include
This helps ensure your topper truly represents your story — something that makes handmade toppers so special.
You can browse possibilities across our
👉 Wedding Cake Topper Categories page.
Why Couples Book Early
Couples often tell us that their topper becomes:
a highlight of their cake display
a talking point among guests
a keepsake they display long after the day
Wedding cake toppers traditionally symbolise togetherness and reflect the couple themselves, but today they can be tailored to hobbies, humour, and individuality.
Booking early simply ensures your unique story has the time it deserves.
Final Thoughts
Your wedding cake topper may be small, but it represents something meaningful — your personalities, your memories, and your future together. Ordering early removes stress and allows you to enjoy the creative process.
If you’re planning your big day and thinking about a bespoke topper, exploring options sooner rather than later is always worthwhile.
Ready to start designing your personalised wedding cake topper?
Visit our Prices & Ordering page to begin.