Chocolate fondant. Each tier was different. White Almond/buttercream, Kahlua Fudge/Truffle, Ital Cream/cheesecake, Red Velvet/cheesecake. Roses are real. This is my favorite wedding cake I've ever made! Oh, yeah, I did fix the mixing pearl before I left.... This is inspired by a cake from Carrie's Cakes. The client brought a picture.