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Cake Cutting's Lost Symbolism
- The cake-cutting once symbolized mutual provision and commitment between newlyweds.
- That clear symbolism has eroded and been replaced by playful theatrics like face-smashing.
Cake Smashing As Ritual Theater
- Critics argue cake-smashing reenacts patriarchal control dressed as playful subversion.
- Dear Abby framed the four-step ritual as theater that reinforces masculine prerogatives.
From Brides Pie To Sugared Status Cake
- Medieval English wedding confections evolved from savory, symbolic pies to sugared cakes.
- Sugar's rise in the 16th century turned cake into a purity and status symbol at weddings.