Once Upon a Time: Do You Know the Meaning Behind the Three-Tiered Wedding Cake?

2020.08.26 published

Why is the Wedding Cake Three-Tiered?

When it comes to sweet treats at weddings, a big three-tier wedding cake is a classic♡

Whether topped with plenty of fruit or elegantly decorated with flowers and cake toppers, wedding cakes are known for their unique and original designs＊

While there are various decorations for wedding cakes, the standard shape is the "three tiers."

But why has the three-tiered cake become the mainstream choice??

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The Reason for the Three Tiers of Wedding Cakes＊

There is a proper reason why wedding cakes are three tiers＊

It is said that the three-tier wedding cake became popular in 18th century England, during the wedding of Queen Victoria's daughter♩

・The bottom tier is for guests on the day

・The second tier is for those who could not attend

・The third tier is for the couple to enjoy on their first anniversary

Each tier had its own meaning!＊

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You might be wondering, "Do people really eat the wedding cake a year later??," but during that time in England, wedding cakes were made with something called **sugar cake.**

Sugar cake was made by covering fruit cake with a sugar paste made from sugar and gelatin, and if properly stored, it could last for about 100 years!

Thus, people would share the cake with those who couldn't attend and enjoy it on their first anniversary＊

The Origins of Wedding Cakes＊

So, what is the origin of wedding cakes?

There are several theories, but here are some of the famous origins and meanings:＊

☑ In Greek mythology, a couple pledged their future together by sharing a single loaf of bread, promising eternal love

☑ In the West, there is a saying that demons dislike sweet things, so cakes were placed near the bride and groom for protection against evil spirits

☑ The sweet cake symbolizes "sharing happiness" and "sharing the couple's joy"

☑ It is a symbol of life's happiness, prosperity, and abundance

The cake carries various meanings＊

Recently, some couples choose not to have a wedding cake, but knowing the meaning and origin of the wedding cake makes one want to include it♩

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Every Item at a Wedding Has Meaning♡

The three tiers of the wedding cake are divided for guests, for those who couldn't come, and for the couple themselves a year later.

The wedding cake represents sharing happiness and symbolizes life's joy♡

Everything in a wedding has its own origin and meaning.

Instead of choosing simply because it is "traditional" or "everyone is doing it," understanding the history and lore behind these choices will lead to a more meaningful wedding＊

➡ Click here for a list of articles about wedding "origins"＊

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