If you simply must have a traditional 3 tier cake stand, then that is OK by me. After all, its your wedding day. But there is good reason to think beyond the obvious and be open to options that provide maximum impact for that perfect wedding cake cutting photo opportunity.
The traditional 3 tier cake stand, with one cake positioned on each tier are easy to find and purchase and they are available in a range of materials including chine, glass, metal, acrylic and ceramic. They are also available on Styrofoam, however be mindful of the weight of your cake as they are not as stable or robust under strain like the others.
A really popular option recently is a grouping arrangement of cupcakes. These cupcake wedding cake stands are brilliant in design with a single pillar in the centre with the cupcakes filling the various tiers. And the cupcakes can be very elegant in design and don't need to resemble anything that you'd find at a five-year-old's birthday party.
There are further variations on the three tier wedding cake, such as the 3 tier stack, with a supporting plate placed on to on the cake below and no gap in between. You could also try three separate wedding cake stands are various heights and arranged in a cascading fashion on the table. Or you could try a floating cake stand, were they tiers all appear to be floating in mid-air. In affect, the wedding cake stand is positioned at the back of the cake with supports radiating towards the front. Just ensure that the cake is not too heavy to be supported this way.
Moving further away from tradition, you can opt for the simplicity of a single cake, which you can have in stunning designs on a cake stand in the the material options presented above. And the big bonus is that you significantly reduce the chances of it falling over.
Regardless of the style of wedding cake stand you choose, you'll need to place it on a good-size stable table that is in full view of the room. Try to ensure that it is not too close to your guests to avoid any kids or grandparents from bumping the table and spilling all your good work all over the floor.
And finally, discuss you wedding cake options and stand ideas with the person making the cake. They will have a good idea of the weight of your cake, and any potential risks that you may not have thought of beforehand. And remember that no wedding day album would be complete without the photo of you both cutting your wedding cake, so grab a photo.
Lastly, discuss your ideas with whoever is making the cake as they will know if it will work, if you have any cake decorating tips of your own, just see what they say. The last thing you want is the upper layer to sink gracefully into the bottom unless you planned it of course!
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