Each tier is embossed and the middle tier has embossed elephant all around which matched the design on the invitations. the whole cake was then brushed with gold lustre powder giving it a beautiful metallic finish. 2 Ivory Peonies adorn the sides. this was my 1st attempt at making these flowers and I was very pleased with the finished look. The design on the Brides dress was based on the actual gown which was stunning.