I Put a Cake Stand in My Closet, and It’s So Cute and Functional

I admittedly have unnecessarily large collections of perfume, jewelry, and hair accessories — and trying to figure out how to display it all in a curated, aesthetically pleasing way has been an ongoing mission. Organizational trays, lazy Susans, and acrylic dividers have been monumentally helpful in this endeavor, but recently, I picked up a cute pastel blue cake stand from a thrift store that’s been the perfect addition.

I originally thought the cake stand would be nice for hosting, but when I got back home, I realized I already owned — you guessed it — several cake stands. Then, I got the wacky idea to put this whimsical little pedestal in my closet, and it’s the most surprisingly functional storage solution.

I love the look of this sweet and unexpected addition to an otherwise boring closet setup. The height variation it offers creates a more styled look, and it truly is utilitarian. The stand creates a shelf to set items on while still providing space to place items underneath it. I personally find that it’s a nice place to put my most-used perfumes, and I like to keep my go-to jewelry directly on top or underneath. 

Cake stands are actually a pretty ingenious addition to other parts of the home, too. I love the idea of using a cake stand in the bathroom for toiletries and skincare goods, and if you don’t have a dedicated closet, then a nightstand or dresser is another great spot for one, as well; it can corral jewelry, sleep sprays, and other nighttime odds-and-ends. It’s even a cute addition to an office space for notepads, pens, or small desk accessories. 

I like thrift shopping for cake stands because they’re plentiful in secondhand stores, and vintage ones add a little extra flair. However, you can find plenty of cute options online to fit your style, like these under-$20 picks: