With various designs to choose from, an eye-catching cake stand is a simple way to brighten up your dining table.
From glass cake domes to 3-tiered affairs, here are some fabulous display stands to give your bakes the wow factor.
1. Wedgwood Cuckoo 2 Tier Cake Stand
When it comes to decorative china, Wedgwood’s elegant designs are hard to beat. This pretty piece is the ultimate stand for presenting dainty sarnies and mini cakes at tea parties. Each plate is decorated with nature-inspired prints.
£65, John Lewis, Buy it now
2. Ella James Glass Cake Stand With Dome
A glass cake dome is not only a glamorous way to show off your baking skills, but it’s also ideal for keeping your creations fresh. This spacious and sturdy stand rests on a fluted pedestal base and will look great at dinner parties.
£49, Notonthehighstreet, Buy it now
3. Tesco Tea & Treats 2-Tier Cake Stand
Great for those who host regular tea parties, Tesco’s 2-tier stand is made from stoneware and features playful cake illustrations. Use it for teatime treats or on its own as a kitchen table centrepiece.
£8, Tesco, Buy it now
4. Alice in Wonderland 3 Tier Cake Stand
If you’re looking to switch things up at your next afternoon tea session, then why not try this stunning design from Mrs Moore’s Vintage Store? With a delightful Alice in Wonderland theme, the stand has three tiers, with the top tier in the shape of a teacup.
£90, Amara, Buy it now
5. Wedgwood Wild Strawberry Cake Stand
Crafted from fine crystal, this one makes a lovely house-warming present that will last for years to come. The footed dome features an etched print, a gold strawberry motif and comes presented in a gift box. Matching items can be found in Wedgwood’s Al Fresco collection.
£180, Amara, Buy it now
6. Diamond Affair Two Tier Cake Stand
If money is no object, then here’s one that ought to make a real statement at special occasions. It comes in five different parts that are easy to assemble and features Swarovski Crystals in the stem. Also perfect as a wedding gift.
£189, Notonthehighstreet, Buy it now
7. Pip Studio 3 Tier Cake Stand
Designed by Amsterdam homeware brand Pip Studio, this 3-tiered affair is just the ticket for a kid’s birthday party and carries plenty of miniature treats. Each of the porcelain plates features different patterns of floral and bird motifs.
£45, Amara, Buy it now
VERDICT: For regular teatime gatherings, Tesco’s Tea & Treats 2-Tier Cake Stand is a simple yet playful design that’s easy to handle. The Wedgwood Cuckoo 2 Tier Cake Stand works well for almost any occasion, while the Alice in Wonderland 3 Tier Cake Stand is ideal for making a lasting impression
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