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Cake stands, swords and cake boxes


John Maddaford
John Maddaford Updated:
8th of March 2023

The standard cake stands are 16" across, comfortably fitting all standard cake styles and sizes. Most wedding venues have their own cake stand, although it will almost certainly be a very basic plastic cake stand covered to create the impression of a silver stand. They will suffice for most weddings, but if you can track down a silver plated stand they are worth the additional hire cost. Proper silver plated stands are available in a few of the more exclusive venues, or to hire from some cake suppliers. Although most couples cut their cake with a traditional cake knife, for a real flourish, particularly with dramatic cakes such as French croquembouche, hire a ceremonial sword. If you are having wedding cupcakes or individual wedding cakes, providing wedding cake boxes allows guests to take their cake home! Information provided by 'Fancy That!' Wedding Cakes

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John Maddaford

With 15 years experience at Guides for Brides, John has many clients that are bakers, cake makers and suppliers of all sorts of sweet treats. He is the best person to contact for supplier recommendations in your area.

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