Vintage Cake Stands
If you like to take inspiration from the past, a vintage cake stand is a good place to start. Whether you’re a keen baker or more of a monthly cake maker, an antique cake stand will make all your finished products look even better. From dome lids to pretty glass cutwork, our design experts have hand-selected a few of the best vintage cake stands for you to find your perfect match.
Vintage Cake Holder with Decorative Options
$43.99
Vintage Cake Holder with Decorative Options
One Allium Way®
$43.99
Perfect For: Enhancing the charm of your kitchen and celebrations
What We Like: Versatility in decoration and usage
This vintage cake holder is the ideal accessory to elevate the presentation of your delicious baked creations, whether during birthday parties or everyday occasions. Not only does it serve as a beautiful centerpiece, but it also allows you to add a personal touch with various adornments such as signs, ornaments, and faux flowers. Transform your kitchen and impress your guests with this eye-catching, multifunctional cake holder.
Designer Advice:
To create a stunning visual, pair the cake holder with a coordinating tablecloth and use complementary decorative elements for a cohesive and well-thought-out display.
Rustic Metal & Wood Display Stand
$39.99
Rustic Metal & Wood Display Stand
Rosalind Wheeler
$39.99
Perfect For: Showcasing desserts, fruits, and plants
What We Like: The combination of galvanized silver metal and vintage wood
This rustic metal and wood display stand features a galvanized silver metal scalloped rim and a vintage wood top that adds a touch of charm to any setting. It's perfect for presenting cakes, cupcakes, fruits, or plants in style, making it an excellent serving accessory for weddings, parties, cafes, restaurants, and bakeries. The stand is easy to display on any table or countertop surface, adding a hint of rustic elegance to your space.
Designer Advice:
To maximize its appeal, arrange colorful desserts or plants in varying heights, and use the stand as a centerpiece for your tablescape at special occasions or everyday celebrations.
Vintage-Style Cupcake Stand Set
$65.99
Vintage-Style Cupcake Stand Set
Birch Lane™
$65.99
Perfect For: Displaying decor and memorabilia with a touch of nostalgia
What We Like: Versatile, stackable design
This set of three vintage-style cupcake stands is perfect for showcasing your jewelry, trinkets, candles, plants, or small decor in a kitchen or living room. Designed to work individually or stacked together, they create a beautiful cascading display for your cherished items. Please note that this item is for decorative purposes only and is not food safe. Suitable for indoor use only, it conveniently ships in 1 carton.
Designer Advice:
Place it on a sideboard or console table, and combine it with antique or rustic-themed accessories to create a charming, nostalgic atmosphere in your home.
Tiered Bone China Stand with Vintage Designs
$129.5
Tiered Bone China Stand with Vintage Designs
Royal Albert
$129.5
Perfect For: Eclectic afternoon tea centerpiece
What We Like: Unique designs from three different decades
This tiered bone china stand features three distinct designs from the 1960s (Golden Rose), 1980s (Rose Blush), and 1990s (Bouquet), creating an opulent and vintage-inspired centerpiece for your afternoon tea. Each plate highlights its specific colors and patterns, perfect for displaying your favorite cakes and appetizers. The stand comes beautifully presented in a Royal Albert 100 Years gift box, making it a fantastic gift or addition to your collection.
Designer Advice:
Pair this tiered stand with classic bone china teaware and fresh flowers placed in a vintage vase to create an elegant, timeless, and sophisticated afternoon tea experience.
White Farmhouse Tiered Serving Stand
$59.99
White Farmhouse Tiered Serving Stand
Ophelia & Co.
$59.99
Perfect For: Enhancing coffee tables, side tables, and dining areas
What We Like: Felt or rubber stoppers for furniture protection
This white farmhouse tiered serving stand is the perfect decorative piece for coffee and side tables, dining areas, and kitchens. Designed with felt or rubber stoppers at the base, it prevents scratching furniture and table tops while staying securely in place. Please note, this item is not food-safe and should be used for decorative purposes only. Ideal for indoor use, this single tiered server brings a touch of rustic charm to your home.
Designer Advice:
Place the stand in your living room as an accent piece, adorned with candles, small potted plants, or even a stack of your favorite books for a cozy, farmhouse-inspired vibe.
Vintage-Inspired Bone China Tiered Stand
$129.5
Vintage-Inspired Bone China Tiered Stand
Royal Albert
$129.5
Perfect For: Displaying cakes and appetizers during afternoon tea
What We Like: Eye-catching blend of three historical designs
Featuring the elegance of 1900s Regency, 1910s Duchesse, and 1940s English Chintz patterns, this bone china tiered stand artfully combines three alluring designs as a stunning centerpiece for your afternoon tea. Each plate spotlights its unique color and pattern, offering an opulent and vintage-inspired look. The stand flawlessly displays your favorite cakes and appetizers, beautifully presented in a Royal Albert 100 Years gift box.
Designer Advice:
To elevate the vintage aesthetic, use delicate tea cups and tableware with matching patterns or similar colors, creating a harmonious and nostalgic atmosphere for your guests.
11-inch Jadeite Cake Stand with Ruffled Edging
$32.24
11-inch Jadeite Cake Stand with Ruffled Edging
Martha Stewart
$32.24
Perfect For: Showcasing desserts, hors d'oeuvres, or even a centerpiece at stylish dinner parties
What We Like: Elegant, vintage-inspired design and versatile usage
This spectacular 11-inch Jadeite Cake Stand features handmade milk glass construction with ruffled edging in the signature pale green hue of jadeite. Designed for long-term use, it is not only perfect for displaying desserts, but also ideal for presenting fresh fruit, hors d'oeuvres, or as a stunning centerpiece at dinner gatherings. With Martha Stewart's endorsement, this Cake Stand is a testament to thoughtful design and high-quality craftsmanship, making it an essential addition to any well-curated tabletop.
Designer Advice:
When using the Cake Stand as a centerpiece, consider adding candles, flowers, or seasonal decorations to elevate its visual appeal and complement the refined elegance of your table setting.
11'' Round Wooden Table Top Plate Stand
$74.99
11'' Round Wooden Table Top Plate Stand
One Allium Way®
$74.99
Perfect For: Showcasing favorite decorative plates with a touch of rustic elegance
What We Like: Intricate scrollwork base and natural wooden construction
This 11-inch round wooden table top plate stand features intricate scrollwork on its base, making it an amazing addition to your dining table. The stand is perfect for displaying your favorite decorative plates in style while complementing traditional decor. Its wooden construction adds a touch of rustic elegance, making it a lovely choice for adorning any dining space or living room.
Designer Advice:
Pair this plate stand with decorative plates featuring warm hues or rich patterns to create an eye-catching focal point on your dining table or sideboard.
Farmhouse Style Single Cake Stand
$56.99
Farmhouse Style Single Cake Stand
Birch Lane™
$56.99
Perfect For: Displaying small decor pieces and memorabilia
What We Like: Felt or rubber stoppers at the base
This charming farmhouse style single cake stand is designed to showcase your jewelry, trinkets, candles, plants, or small decor items in a compact and friendly setting. Ideal for use in your kitchen or living room, the stand provides added height to enhance your existing decor. With felt or rubber stoppers at the base, it protects your furniture and table tops from scratches while preventing sliding around. Please note that this stand is for decorative purposes only and is not food safe. Ships in one carton and is best suited for indoor use.
Designer Advice:
To create a versatile display area, pair this cake stand with similarly styled accents and complementary items in different sizes and heights for an eye-catching and harmonious arrangement.
Delicate Pink Depression Glass Cake Plate
$35 $33
Delicate Pink Depression Glass Cake Plate
Fortessa
$35 $33
Dishwasher safe, this cake stand is inspired by 1930s designs. Crafted from glass, it has a round shape and a slightly sunken surface so you can easily transfer items. The stand itself is shorter, which will also make displaying easier.
Shabby Chic Antique Cake Stand
$39.99 $51.5
Shabby Chic Antique Cake Stand
One Allium Way®
$39.99 $51.5
Crafted from long-lasting metal, this cake stand has a distressed antique white finish. It features intricately carved lace detailing that hangs down from the surface and an embossed lace design on the bottom. Measuring nine inches tall, it weighs 1.5lbs.
Designer Advice:
Although its main purpose is to be used as a cake stand, this product would also look good in a hallway as a keys bowl. Its shabby chic finish is perfect for farmhouse or coastal chic décor schemes, as is the antique white color. Or, you could use it as a unique fruit bowl in your kitchen.
Vintage Round 2-Tier Pine Wood Stand
Vintage Round 2-Tier Pine Wood Stand
One Allium Way®
Perfect For: Showcasing unique collections and creating inviting centerpieces
What We Like: Handcrafted details and versatile size
Embrace rustic charm with this round 2-tier stand, crafted from nut brown pine wood and featuring elegant, arabesque-patterned rims. Measuring 11.75 D x 17.75 H inches (30.0 D x 45.0 H cm), it's perfect for displaying your favorite items on countertops, tables, or vanities. Expect natural variations in the wood grain, thanks to its hand-made construction with carved accents on the column and feet. Ideal for presenting garden vegetables, plants, desserts, and more, it adds warmth and character to any setting.
Designer Advice:
Pair this stand with an assortment of vintage-inspired decor items, such as mason jars, distressed wood signs, and lace table runners, to complete a farmhouse-style look.
Cake Pedestal with Glass Dome Stand
Cake Pedestal with Glass Dome Stand
The GG Collection
Perfect For: Showcasing and serving delectable cakes and desserts
What We Like: Elegant design and versatile functionality
This cake pedestal with a glass dome stand boasts a brown cast aluminum base and dome top, featuring a classic leaf and finial cone motif that adds sophistication to any setting. The dishwasher and microwave safe ceramic plate in a rich cream finish ensures easy cleaning and user convenience. It's the perfect display and serving piece for showcasing your delicious cakes while keeping them covered and fresh.
Designer Advice:
Create a centerpiece at your next gathering by placing a meticulously decorated cake or an assortment of pastries on the pedestal, along with complementing tableware for a cohesive and elegant presentation.
Mosaic Vintage Cake Stand
Mosaic Vintage Cake Stand
Godinger Silver Art Co
Available in blue, clear, or pink, this beautiful cake stand is made of glass and features a traditionally round shape. Conveniently, it is also dishwasher safe so you won’t have to worry about any of the embossed detail fading away.
Designer Advice:
Inspired by delicate vintage patterns, this cake stand has a mosaic-style design all the way around. Due to the three different colors available, you could go for blue or pink to make a statement and add a pop of color to your kitchen. Or, keep things more versatile with the clear option that will match anything.
Antique Glass Cake Stand with Dome
Antique Glass Cake Stand with Dome
Red Barrel Studio®
This two-in-one set includes a white ceramic plate and glass dome lid. The plate has two raised edges for carrying and an understated design that allows your food to take center stage. It is not dishwasher safe.
Designer Advice:
Due to the dome lid included with this cake stand, it is a great choice for outside events or hot weather climates. Your food will last for longer and will be protected from bugs. However, the fact that it lies flat on a table means it isn’t the best choice if you have pets who are likely to jump up.
Printed Antique Cake Plate
Printed Antique Cake Plate
Rosdorf Park
Made from bone china, this three-tier cake stand is accentuated by a hand-painted gold rim around the edge. Each plate is differently sized for a true antique look. The pattern featured on each plate is vintage hummingbirds and foliage.
Designer Advice:
A stunning option if you host a lot of afternoon events, this stand’s three tiers will give your event a pretty and traditional look. Plus, the printed pattern won’t look too jarring due to its black and white color scheme. You can also assemble each plate individually, meaning you don’t have to use all three at once.
Gold Antique Pedestal Cake Stands
Gold Antique Pedestal Cake Stands
Rosdorf Park
This set of three stands is made from high-quality iron and crystal. They have a dripping lace and crystal design which gives them a glam and regal look perfect for more formal events. All three are different sizes.
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Are you looking for the right pedestal cake plates and have no idea where to begin? Do you have questions regarding their color and size? If so, you're not alone. Many who love baking and presenting cakes to their families have these questions. They would love to do something special but have no idea what's the best choice regarding pedestal cake plates. With that in mind, we're going to go over some basics to help you decide.
The measurements of the pedestal cake plates you select are going to depend on how large or small the cake is you’re baking. You’ll find this is especially true if you’re baking a wedding cake. The size of the cake, as well as its weight, are two considerations you’re going to have to make when selecting your pedestal. Here are some options when looking at those two factors regarding a round cake:
- A ten-inch pedestal cake plate can hold up to 40 lbs.
- A twelve-inch pedestal cake plate will hold 75 lbs.
- A fourteen-inch pedestal cake plate will up to 110 lbs.
If you’ve chosen to bake a cake that’s a simple size, then you can use a cake pedestal that’s the same height as it is and it will create a cohesive look. In addition, these sizes will also work best for cake plates that feature domes or covers.
The plate you set the cake on is acting as a decorative element just as much as the cake itself. Therefore, it deserves just as much attention regarding its attention to detail. Here are some options:
- Clear Crystal: these pedestal cake plates allow you to showcase your masterpiece on glimmering pieces of crystal. Not only do they feature cut accents and ornate details but may also include a dome cover.
- Colored Glass: these stands are sometimes opaque or translucent. Their details range from opulently scalloped to smooth curves.
- Aluminum: for those who are looking for something contemporary, the modern lines of a square shaped aluminum cake stand is the optimal solution.
- Wood: rustic and old-world style designs are the best match for these cake stands.
Under some circumstances, it’s also possible to find pedestals that rotate. These are optimal for when you’re frosting or decorating. You can turn the cake on the pedestal as you decorate to create a more uniform look.
Matching colors of pedestal cake plates is a lot like selecting paint colors for a room. You’re going to choose colors that coordinate with the colors of the frosting, fondant, and decorations on the cake. You may decide to choose contrasting colors, a monochromatic theme, muted tones, or one that’s based on a preselected color palette. If you’re unsure which color is best, consider selecting a transparent glass or white pedestal to place the cake upon instead. Then, you can dress it up with ribbons, linen, cake boards, or other elements as a means of introducing color.
