Cake Stand Hire Your three-tier cake will only look beautiful if it's sitting beautifully (and securely). If you don't hire a suitable cake stand, it'll sink before you've got to the first dance. Some cake companies include this in the cost of the cake, but others charge a hire fee. It can be anything from £25 to £75, and you might have to pay a deposit to ensure you return it after your big day. Image Source: Unsplash / Thomas William