<P> In modern society, the most popular wedding cake is called "traditional stack cake". This consists of layers of tiers - which can be a different flavors--positioned directly on top of the last ". The traditional stack wedding cake is similar to the tiered cake . Often they are filled with flowers or columns to add visual impact and height . Separators can include jewels, shells, flowers and the like or can be completely separated by using traditional chrome stands . </P> <P> White cake is currently the most traditional wedding cake flavor, but different flavors of filling can be added between layers . Chocolate, carrot, Italian Rum and Italian Cream are also popular choices . Frosting can be a classic smooth surface or combined with drizzle, swirls, or chips . </P> <P> Fondant is a form of frosting style that is rolled out and draped over tiers . Its smooth, firm sugar icing is often embellished with appliqués, gum - paste flowers, or royal - icing details . Fondant can be cut into designs, formed into shapes, flavored or tinted . Poured fondant is used to glaze petits fours and other detailed confections . Such fondant gives a glossy finish and a sweet sugary taste . </P> <P> Royal icing is made with sugar and egg white or meringue powder . It hardens to a firm finish that can be piped or thinned for "flood work". It hardens fast and is ideal for making detailed shapes ahead of time . It can also be piped directly onto cake tiers and works beautifully for delicate work . </P>

Where did the wedding cake tradition come from