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Wedding Dessert & Candy Table Must-Haves

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Creating a stunning wedding dessert or candy table is all about the right details—elegant displays, delicious treats, and thoughtful accessories that bring everything together beautifully. Whether you're planning a grand ballroom reception or an inti...
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Stylish Serveware & Display Essentials

A well-curated dessert or candy table starts with the right foundations. From elegant apothecary jars to tiered cake stands, these serveware pieces add height, structure, and a touch of sophistication to your setup. Whether you're going for classic e...

 
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Sometimes white is the best choice because you can potentially get more use out of it. I have a ton of white cake stands and I love them because they will literally go with any theme I'm working on.
White Cake Stand
 
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Martha can do no wrong. The edges are a nice little detail that make this cake stand special. The color is perfect for a gender neutral baby shower or even a Springtime bridal celebration.
Martha Stewart 11" Jadeite Glass Cake Stand
 
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I could tag so many things on this website it's better to just tag the site itself. So many choices if you are looking for something unique or taking a DIY approach.
Cake Stands - Acrylic, Pedestal, Adjustable, Metal, Wooden & More
 
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Any of these colors would be beautiful. I love the beaded detail and the texture of these. I use these for baby showers all the time.
Jupiter Beaded Glass Cake Stand
 
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When you need a cupcake stand you usually need a big one. I like this size, the bottom is very large and I like the all white look so I can use it for any theme.
13.5" White 3-Tier Ceramic Cake Stand by Celebrate It
 
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Food risers make a HUGE difference in a display. They really help the flow and keep things functional. Highly recommend.
food riser high quality Acrylic food stands set of 5 white gloss Acrylic riser
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Your table has to be functional, bottom line. So things need to be at different levels. I love acrylic risers because they blend in and make the desserts stand out.
Acrylic Risers Display Stands
 
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Sometimes weddings are more rustic so I need to bring in some warmth. These are great because they still have a clean line but hold a lot of mini desserts.
Rustic Dessert Table Display Set
 
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Cake stands have their purpose but trays are very much needed as well. These are used in my designs for the lowest level. Cupcakes, French macarons, cookies you name it. And I love the clear trays the most.
Clear Acrylic Tray

Wedding-Worthy Sweets & Treats

No dessert table is complete without an assortment of beautiful (and delicious) sweets. Think chocolate-covered strawberries, custom sugar cookies, gourmet macarons, and color-coordinated candies that match your wedding theme. This section includes s...

 
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Hands down the best French Macaron expert you will find. If you are in the Maryland region this is your person. I wouldn't go anywhere else, seriously.
Mrs. Macarons
 
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A mom with one amazing side hustle who is so incredibly talented. If you are not in the area hop on Facebook and look for a local cookie vendor. They are everywhere and usually just moms baking from their home but don't skip on them, they are incredi...
The Savory Soirée | Finksburg MD
 
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My favorite custom lollipop vendor. They can create some pretty great things, any design, lots of flavor choices. And you are supporting a small business.
Sweet Caroline Confections

Finishing Touches: Decor & Accessories

The little details make a big impact! Personalized candy bags, elegant signage, floral accents, and fairy lights can take your dessert table from simple to spectacular. This section is all about those finishing touches that make your setup feel cohes...

 
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Design is in the details and thse are affordable and easy to print off yourself and frame.
AllisonPowellCo - Etsy
 
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I love a personalized napkin, it makes all the difference and there are so many fun designs out there. A great way to show some personality in your wedding.
Personalized Cocktail Napkins
 
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There are so many good vendors on Etsy, I've used this company for a long time. They do a great job with the candy favor bags I order often.
PreppingParties - Etsy
 
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A lot of times during a wedding the venue won't allow real candles. It just depends on the venue. These are a great alternative option. I think they look very real and it does keep the worry away from someone knocking one over while trying to get the...
Flameless Candles Battery Operated Candles
 
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If a custom table cloth isn't in the budget then I usually like to add one of these because they do help elevate the design and make it look more put together. But only if it fits within the theme of the wedding or the colors.
Cheesecloth Table Runner for Wedding
 
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This might be my secret weapon. I use sprinkles all the time in my designs for the underlay. Under the custom cookies, in the favor bag jar, to hold rock candy sticks. They are beautiful and edible so win win.
Edible Bright Gold Pearl Sugar Sprinkles