Guest Picks: 19 Stands to Dress Up Your Cake
I think everyone needs a cake stand (or three), even if you can't find much other reason for one. The cake is the star of so many parties that it seems like it should have a few cute "outfits"! Although I'm a sucker for vintage, ruffly edges and milk glass, a modern pedestal may be more suitable for nontraditionally dressed cakes. With the number of possibilities available, I'm amazed that people aren't eating cake at every meal. This also means that you're bound to find one suitable for every possible occasion, such as: "It's Thursday, and I want chocolate cake with marshmallow frosting." And don't forget that the trendy cupcake (they're smaller — you can eat more of them!) can stand on these pedestals too. But if you're trying to stay away from cake, stands can be used for fresh fruits, tarts, pies or any number of almost-too-pretty-to-eat sweets. — Mariko from The Little Foodie
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Fenton Turquoise Blue Hobnail Milk Glass Cake Stand by Barking Sands Vintage - $495
I wish I'd never seen this beautiful turquoise milk glass cake stand. It's rare and expensive, and it has me wishing that I could make vintage-inspired chocolate layer cakes every day.
Small Cake Stand by Jeanette Zeis - $70
Handmade and cute down to the little details, this small cake stand is too pretty to relegate only to cakes. Or maybe you can just make a cake every few days?
Picture Perfect Something Blue Cake Stand - $145
A sweet light blue would be just amazing with a springy-colored cake.
Milk Glass Cake Plate, Harvest Grape Design by Trellis Weddingware - $49
I find that vintage cake stands are so much more detailed and unique than contemporary options. I can't imagine loving ruffles on anything, but they are so becoming on a cake stand.
8-inch Yellow Hobnail Cake Stand - $65
I like this unassuming yellow, almost-mandarin hue, not to mention the vintage-inspired hobnail marks.
360 Degrees Glass Revolving Cake/Dessert Stand - $13.99
If you're making a very intricate layer cake, maybe you don't want any attention brought to the stand itself. This simple glass stand lets your cake take all the attention.
Nordic Ware Deluxe Bundt Cake Keeper - $20
This cake keeper is specifically for bundt cakes and has a great locking lid, making your big bundt easy to tote.
ClearMax Multifunctional 6-in-1 Deluxe Cake Stand - $25.99
With limited space in your cupboards, I imagine this multitasking cake stand (that reverses and acts as a punch bowl and veggie platter) would be a good investment.
Orla Kiely Cream with Orange Stem Cake Dome - $197
I love this etched print from Orla Kiely. Even an ugly cake would look dressed up in here.
LSA Lotta Ash Base Cake/Cheese Dome - $95
I think this dome could be very effective with a nontraditional layer cake. I like its wide handle paired with the wood base.
Home Essentials Mini Domed Cake Stands, Clear - $26.82
It's true: Everything is cuter in miniature.
Glass Pedestal Stand and Dome - $14
When I'm rich and famous I will throw fabulous dinner parties, and mini cake or petit four selections will feature in these pedestals and domes for each guest.
Pink Grapefruit 4-tier Vintage Cake Plate by Fresh Pastry Stand
I'm not a huge fan of tiered stands because they often come out very clunky, but I do love this concept of a tiered stand using vintage plates. There are so many possibilities for original design with this concept.
Small Dark Wood Cake Stand by A Fabulous Fete - $17
Dark stained wood could really highlight a light-colored frosting. I also love the ridges on the pedestal.
Wooden Cake Stand - $39.95
This walnut mini stand is lovely with the ombré coloring. I just love those variations in the wood.
Cake Stand, Cherry - $50
I was surprised to find that Le Creuset made cake stands, but why not? Solid stoneware is their business, and this red is as classic on a cake stand as it is on a Dutch oven.
Simply Designz Serveware, Organic Aqua Fluted Cake Plate and Server - $43
If you're not so interested in putting your cake on a pedestal, this cake plate would still elevate your baked goods.
Candles and Confetti Dessert Collection by Lenox - $19.99
This set would be cute for a confetti-themed birthday party!
Ivy Cake Stand, White and Mirrored Acrylic - $43.18
Channeling tree branches or vines for the pedestal, this unusual design is begging for an intricately decorated wedding cake to match.
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