Weddings are wonderful. Every part of a wedding is exciting and beautiful and elegant. Even the reception is full of delicious things to eat, arrayed in a lovely display of flowers, crystal, silver, and monogrammed napkins. The central focus of the reception is the wedding cake. The wedding cake sits majestically on its resting place, surrounding by longing eyes and hungry stomachs.
It used to be that wedding cakes sat tier on top of graduated tier. There was nothing to separate each layer. It was certainly a lovely sight and wedding cakes even today are arranged in this same manner and of course they still look lovely at a wedding reception.
There has been an evolution of wedding cakes. Wedding cakes no longer have to be the traditional round layers. The cake can have square tiers, it doesn’t always have to be white, and it doesn’t have to be layer on top of layer. Wedding cakes have come a long way and we are going to explore one of the ways they have changed over the years.
Often times we will have layers of the cake separated from each tier. Depending on how many tiers you want your cake to have, the cake’s stand will follow the suit of layers. The most popular type of cake stand is the three tiered wedding cake stand. By separating the cake’s tiers, the chef gives the cake a taller appearance, thus elevating its stature on the table.
Another plus that comes with the wedding cake stand is that it is perfect for very heavy cakes such as the coconut cake. The coconut cake is quite a rich dessert, therefore quite heavy. If you place the coconut cake layer on top of layer, then you run the risk of messing up your cake. The cake itself could fall apart and that isn’t what you want at your wedding reception. With a cake stand, each tier has its own plate. You can rest assured that your cake will stay all together and beautiful as it is being served to the wedding guests.
The Holiday Dessert Wedding Cake Stand 3 tier is just right for a wedding during the Christmas Holidays. It is ornate and festive, offering a little extra holiday cheer to the wedding cake. Its shimmery silver and crystal clear presentation make it a real crowd pleasure. It is not the best choice for a large cake. It would be better suited for a small wedding that plans on a small cake. More than likely an additional cake would be needed. This wedding cake 3 tier stand is priced at around $40.00
The 3 tiered E Wedding Cake Stand has a contemporary, but unique look about it with its chrome finish. It isn’t a stand that will steal the show, but it will do a great job highlighting a beautiful wedding cake. The tiers are separated, giving plenty of room for larger cakes and cakes of different shapes. Easy clean up is a nice feature of this cake stand since clean up is important, but once the wedding is over, clean up should be simple and quick. This cake stand is priced at just under $60.00
If you loved the 3 tiered E wedding cake stand then you will also love the 3 tiered Swan Wedding cake stand. This cake stand of course has the shape of a swam and it too has a contemporary chrome finish. This cake stand’s plates are more spread out, so it is really easy to place taller sized cakes without it looking too cramped. It is unique. It is interesting. It will showcase your wedding cake rather than showing it up. This cake stand is priced at just under $60.00
The third cake stand in our trilogy is the S 3 tiered wedding cake stand. The curvaceous flow of the metal allows the eye to gracefully follow the lines of the most elegant of cakes. It too can be cleaned with the wipe of a cloth and is priced at under $60.00
Wilton is a leading name in wedding cake supplies. So it is a good idea to showcase their wedding cake stand that comes in 3 tiers. The plates are clear so there is nothing to detract from the beauty of the cake itself. The stands support has a sleek chrome finish with a contemporary appeal. Its simple design make this 3 tiered wedding cake stand a winner. It is only $29.00 and it has received good reviews from consumers.
At $25, the 3 Tier Easy Elegance Wedding Cake Stand has a royal feel about it as it stands stately bearing your beautiful wedding cake. But shhhh! Don’t tell anyone. This wedding cake stand is made of Styrofoam and cardboard. Yes, it is disposable, but it can be used more than once if used properly. This lovely cake stand has tubes that allow the cake to stand tall. If you think once is enough, then toss it. It has served its purpose. No clean up, no storage, no problem.
Our next wedding cake stand is one of my favorites. I’ll have to admit it is a scene stealer. This lovely 3 tiered cake stand can enhance even the simplest of cakes and at $19.95, a real bargain. The 3 tiered Lighted Crystal Clear Wedding Cake and Cupcake Stand. This beautiful stand elevates your cakes to new heights. Crystal clear tubes extend from the scalloped plates on the bottom. At the top of the clear tubes are 3 more scalloped plates that hold the wedding tiers. The tubes can be lit, but that is an extra charge. The picture in the ad has flowers wrapped around the tubes. This lovely floral touch certainly creates an amazing picture of elegance and charm. A simple white cake would look absolutely gorgeous on this wedding cake stand.
The LivingQuarters 3 Tier Cake Stand is an elegant, yet simple design. Each one of its tiers sits directly above the other in graduated sizes. The tiers are footed so it looks as if there are three different cake stands. The scalloped edges give it a charming appeal. This 3 tier cake stand should be washed by hand. It sells for $19.99
The 3 tier Cascade Wedding Cake Stand is a classic design often seen at weddings. There is a reason it is so popular. The cascading tiers look simple amazing as a gorgeous wedding cake rests on its 3 separate plates. It sells for $29.95 and is a top seller.
Wilton makes the 3 Tier Pillar Wedding Cake Stand. Its pillar look like the Greek columns of the Parthenon, giving it an old world look. The tiers are cascading and the pillars lock in place for a secure fit. Classic in design this cake stand, with its interlocking pillars and plates, will be a beautiful presentation as your guests gather round the stately work of art.
Your cake will be light as a feather as it appears to float without suspension. The 3 Tier Round Floating Cake Stand is unique and eye-catching as it supports a wedding cake that seems to float. The supports seem to be a contradiction in that they are of a sturdy steel. The plates cascade upward gracefully in graduated sizes to present your wedding cake in its most magnificent fashion. This cake stand sell for $210.00.
A Heart Shape 3 Tier Floating Cake Stand will create the illusion of hearts suspended in mid-air. That’s quite appropriate since it is a wedding. The heart-shaped plates cascade upward in graduated sizes and the back support can be used to drape flowers or other decorations. Priced at $79.95, this wedding cake stand is perfect for smaller weddings or get-togethers.
The Wilton Floating Tiers Cake Stand is one of my favorites. With a sturdy support and graduated tiers, this cake stand creates the illusion of a wedding cake suspended in mid-air. It comes with the convenience of being able to disassemble for easy storage. This wedding cake stand is priced at $70.99.
Target also sells a wonderful line of 3 tiered wedding cake stands that are reasonably priced. Kitchen stores are excellent sources for purchasing wedding cake stands. You can always go online and find just about any kind of wedding cake stand out there. Wedding cake stands come in all price ranges and you might want to do some shopping around if you run across one you really love, but it comes with a high price tag. This is a purchase you may not use that often, so keep that in mind. There is also the possibility of borrowing a 3 tier wedding cake stand. This is just another way to save a little money by using a friend’s cake stand.
The wedding cake stand with 3 tiers is a popular choice by many brides. It makes a beautiful wedding cake sit taller and more gracefully as it is presented at the reception. A cake stand can add so much to the appearance of a wedding cake, giving it a more professional look.
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