There's nothing like a cake stand for adding a sense of occasion to your coffee morning or afternoon tea. A gorgeous stand, piled high with delicious cakes and bakes will instantly let your guests know that they're in for a treat. But, there's no need to keep your cake stand in the cupboard until you have guests, these gorgeous designs are too good to hide. You can use a cake stand for adding interest to your shelves by giving your treasured items a little extra height and you can use domed designs to protect your candles from dust.
So go on, treat your yourself to a little bit of something unashamedly fancy, you deserve it!
Lakeland Large Clear Acrylic Cake Stand
This clear acrylic cake stand is an elegant way to show off your baking skills. Its simple, unfussy design means that your handiwork will always stay centre of attention. This model measures 33.5cm across, so it’s perfect for 12’ cakes and stacks of delicious brownies. You can also pick up a matching 26.5cm model for supporting smaller bakes. Create a showstopping centrepiece for your next party by purchasing an odd number of these matching cake stands and displaying them all in the centre of the table, piled high with irresistible bites. This cake stand is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning, but we recommend washing by hand so that it maintains a glossy shine.
Vaisselle Baby Cakes Check Cake Stand
It’s time to get wavy! This gorgeously rippled cake stand is a party all on its own. It’s made from Spanish white clay and painted with lead-free paints and natural pigments. The lilac chequerboard design is perfectly on-trend and will effortlessly slot into any seventies-style interior scheme. The purple tone will help to make your chocolate treats look even more deliciously rich. There’s no need to keep this cake stand in the kitchen, either. Use it to display your favourite skincare products on your dressing table, or in the bathroom too.
NHM Waterhouse Cake Stand
Level up your bakes with a tiered cake stand. This chic design from Dunelm was made in collaboration with the Natural History Museum and features delicate, decorative architectural motifs from the museum building itself. It’s part of a wider set of serveware, including a tea pot, sugar bowl, milk jug and, cups and saucers so you can create a perfectly coordinated effect. To serve the classic afternoon tea, pack the lower tier with a selection of sandwiches, place scones on the middle tier, and decorate the highest tier with dainty cakes.
Artesà 2-Tier Cake Stand
Impress your guests with this super classy slate cake stand. We love the proportions of this modern-feeling design, the perfectly flat tiers mean it’s easy to neatly arrange your baked treats – and even easier to remove! Because the tiers are made from natural slate, they’ll stay cool for a long period of time. This makes it a great option for displaying cream cakes, fresh fruit and even cheese. Pop it in the fridge ahead of serving up and the cooling effect will last even longer.
Floral Resin Cake Stand
Looking for something as pretty as your prize bakes? This floral cake stand has us all making heart-eyes. It’s made from crystal clear epoxy resin, gold flakes and real pressed flowers, so it’s perfect for sweet summer gatherings – just imagine the sunshine sparking on those gold flakes! This design is handmade to order as single, double or triple tier style and we love the idea of combining these sizes to display a feast of cupcakes! Why not accessorise your bakes with edible flowers to mirror the style of this floral cake stand?
Ramona Cake Stand
Brighten up mealtimes with this radiant, multicoloured cake stand. The bright, modern design is made from mouth-blown glass so that each one has its own, unique look. The light-as-air design will make even the most simple bakes look like the finest patisserie. If you’re planning a garden party, you can also purchase a matching glass dome to protect your treats while they’re outside. The Ramona cake stand comes in small, medium and large sizes and can be combined to create a stunning display – even when you’re not using them!
Stoneware cake stand
If you’re in the mood for a little minimalism, this simple cake stand is the perfect choice. It’s made from hard-wearing stoneware in a softly asymmetrical shape, giving it an artistic effect. This cake stand’s bold colour comes from a reactive glaze. These glazes melt in the kiln to create different effects and subtle patterns, making every piece unique. The dark tone is perfect for creating a stunning contrast for lightly coloured bakes, like lemon drizzle cake and Victoria sponge. If you’re more of a chocolate fan, there’s a beautiful beige option too.
Vintage Cake Stand with Dome
There’s much more to this vintage-style cake stand than meets the eye – although we do love what we see! This cake stand can be flipped upside-down to create a gorgeous platter and dip bowl! Just arrange carrot and cucumber sticks around the hollow stem, then fill it with hummus for an artistic and healthy treat. But if cake is more your thing (ours too!) then it’s the perfect size for displaying a 10’ cake. The steep-sided dome is designed protect from sneezes, dust and insects without catching on the sides of your bakes – ideal for if you love to decorate with lots of ornate icing. The pretty, embossed design makes this cake stand look extra-special.