These Vintage-Style Cake Stands Remind Us of Holiday Celebrations at Grandmama's
If Grandmama is going to spend hours in the kitchen measuring, baking, and frosting, you better believe she is going to display her confection on a pretty cake stand—especially if said from-scratch cake is destined for a church potluck or a family gathering. Such beauty, after all, isn't meant to be hidden away under a makeshift tent of foil or clouded plastic. Here, we've rounded up ten vintage-inspired cake stands that make every-day desserts feel worthy of celebration.
Spritz Large Melamine Cake Stand
Shatterproof melamine makes this scalloped stand a smart choice for outdoor gatherings.
BUY IT: $10; target.com
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Alma Cake Stand in Hawaiian Blue
Even the simplest cake wins style points when displayed on artful soda-lime glass.
BUY IT: $28; anthropologie.com
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Mosser Glass Cake Stand in Jadeite
For cupcakes and bitty desserts, we love this 6-inch option. It's handmade with vintage glass molds and comes in seven memorable colors.
BUY IT: $44; food52.com
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Golden Rabbit Enamel Cake Stand in Cobalt Swirl
Enamelware, but make it party ready: Pretty and practical, this porcelain-enamel-coated-carbon-steel (whew, that's a mouthful) platter is sturdy enough to go in the dishwasher and the oven.
BUY IT: $32; food52.com
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Estelle Colored Glass Hand-Blown Color Glass Cake Stand in Lavender
The vintage-style cake stands from a South Carolina maker are inspired by her grandmother's love of collecting glassware and they're totally worth the splurge.
BUY IT: $225; food52.com
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AHeirloom Maple Cake Stand
For the bakers who can't decide between modern and rustic, now you don't have to: Turns out a shapely maple base and sleek Corian top are perfect complements.
BUY IT: $70; food52.com
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Julie Hadley Handmade Wabi Sabi Ceramic Cake Stand
Handmade to order, this 8-inch stoneware cake stand is crafted with the same care and love that you put into your cakes.
BUY IT: $90; food52.com
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Cakewalk Melamine Cake Stand in Green
Earn your pound cake visibility on the dessert table with an electric shade of green that nobody will miss. (If you're looking to play it a little more subtle, it also comes in mint and pink.)
BUY IT: $18; amazon.com
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Godinger Harper 9" Cake Stand
Bring the drama and add a little sparkle to the festivities with a glass, gold-rimmed cake plate that truly dazzles.
BUY IT: $32; amazon.com
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Now Designs Tin Cake Stand in Aqua
Whip up some major retro vibes with a scallop-edged tray made from powder-coated steel.
BUY IT: $22; amazon.com