Best Sugar Flowers
Who Made the Cake designs edible blooms that look just like the real thing -- or better. Plus you don't have to worry about them wilting during the reception! Who Made the Cake, Houston, (713) 528-4719
Best Eco-friendly Wedding Cakes
Vegan cakes taste just as good as standard ones at Sublime Bakery. Gluten- and sugar-free desserts are also available. And they look good too: Choose from modern touches like shimmery frosting (yes, your cake can actually look like solid gold) and funky fondant patterns. Sublime Bakery, Fort Worth, (817) 570-9630
Best Custom Wedding Cakes
Maybe you know exactly what you want because you saw it in The Knot. If that's the case, step into Seventh Heaven (no, really!) with the photo and Michelle Brittain will make an exact double for you. Or bring in a bunch and have her come up with the perfect design that blends your favorite parts! Seventh Heaven, San Antonio, (210) 490-4115
Best Wedding Cupcakes
If a tiered dessert isn't for you, Southern Baking Company makes delicious cupcakes in several gourmet flavors -- including Meyer lemon and Oreo. They can top them with anything from fruit and chocolate to your wedding logo. Southern Baking Company, Southlake, (817) 479-8700
Best Groom's Cakes
A drunk armadillo by a six-pack of Coors? An edible replica of Cowboys Stadium? Both look like the real thing when you go to Confections in Cake. Get inspired by their extensive groom's cake gallery, or come to them with an original idea. Confections in Cake, Arlington, (817) 821-4106
Best Wedding Cake Flavor Variety
If you want to treat your guests to a unique dessert, check out the dozens of flavor options at Romano's. They have 50 different kinds of cheesecake alone! And there are plenty of options for chocolate lovers and fruit fanatics too. Romano's Bakery, Dallas, (214) 821-5056