Baking is having a major moment and as presentation is half the culinary battle, once you've slaved over a hot mixing bowl all morning, you should show off your efforts to their best advantage. Here are our top ten cake stands:
- Outstanding<p> </p> <div> </div> <div> There’s very little that Jansen + Co produces that I don’t love, this included.</div> <div> </div> <div> Cake stand by Jansen + Co, £33.49 (medium - pictured) or £25.19 (small) at <a href="http://www.scp.co.uk/collections/gifts-accessories/products/cake-stand-medium">SCP</a></div> <div> </div>
- Seaside chic<p> </p> <div> </div> <div> Inspired by childhood holidays spent near Whitby, this 1950s-influenced stand is part of a range that also includes mugs and plates. Why not go all out?</div> <div> </div> <div> Whitby cake stand, £35 at <a href="http://www.heals.co.uk/serveware/whitby-cake-stand/invt/809218?htxt=MLTO9T58XLf880solA9BggkedtHs4tLXkIpFVu38cTkTuNSBp2KGu1rwRO2%2BJsjavhNo7nF8L5lP%0At3OSLg0HlQ%3D%3D">Heal’s</a></div>
- Pretty pretty<p> </p> <div> </div> <div> This retro stand has two individual tiers that can be used together or separately, depending on your cake/crustless sandwich needs.</div> <div> </div> <div> Two Piece Tiered Glass Cake Stand, £29.99 at <a href="http://www.tch.net/clear-glass-2-piece-pedestal-cake-stand.ir?cName=gifts-for-cooks">The Contemporary Home</a></div> <div> </div>
- Colour blocking<p> </p> <div> </div> <div> Delicious cakes + bright cheery stand = happiness.</div> <div> </div> <div> Koziol Babell cake stand, £20 at <a href="http://www.johnlewis.com/231250991/Product.aspx?SearchTerm=koziol+babell">John Lewis</a> </div>
- Keep it simple<p> </p> <div> </div> <div> Let the cakes do the talking with this understated stand from our Jamie.</div> <div> </div> <div> Luna cake stand, £31, from the <a href="http://www.jamieathome.com">Jme collection</a></div> <div> For more information all 0844 871 2010. All Jme products are available through Jamie at Home parties.</div>
- Putting on the chintz<p> </p> <div> </div> <div> This tastefully chintzy porcelain stand would make the perfect centrepiece for any upscale afternoon tea.</div> <div> </div> <div> Pip Studio cake stand, blue, £40.95 at <a href="http://www.selfridges.com/en/Home-Leisure/Categories/Dining-room/Tableware-old/Cake-stands/Cake-stand-blue_294-3001784-51010002/">Selfridges</a></div> <div> </div>
- Go kimono<p> </p> <div> </div> <div> Traditional with an elegant Japanese twist.</div> <div> </div> <div> Kimono cake stand by Maxwell & Williams, £23 (was £29) at <a href="http://www.selfridges.com/en/Home-Leisure/Categories/Dining-room/Tableware/Fine-dining/Serveware/Kimono-2-tier-cake-stand-lilac_294-77032594-PK0306/">Selfridges</a></div> <div> </div>
- Ta dah<p> </p> <div> </div> <div> Show off your baking skills in the grandest style and keep them superfresh with this beautiful domed stand. </div> <div> </div> <div> Cake stand in nickel and glass, £225 at <a href="http://www.sweetpeaandwillow.com/p2450/Cake-Stand/product_info.html">Sweetpea & Willow</a></div> <div> </div>
- Legs in the air<p> </p> <div> </div> <div> Like you just don’t care. A cheeky fun twist on the usually sedate afternoon tea. Choose from red or gold feet. </div> <div> </div> <div> Blaue Blume cake stand, £90 (was £130) at <a href="http://www.foundhomestore.co.uk/products/blaue-blume-cakestand">Found Homestore</a> </div>
- Period glamour<p> </p> <div> </div> <div> A gorgeous three tier stand, with elegantly mismatched vintage style plates. Teacups and saucers also available.</div> <div> </div> <div> Regency cake stand, £24.99 at <a href="http://shabbychicoriginals.co.uk/delectable-dining/3-tier-regency-cakestand">Shabby Chic Originals </a></div>
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