Heaven Sent Cake Toppers
Cake Topper Size Calculator
Not sure what size cake topper to order? Pick your cake below and get the right size instantly – for edible toppers that lie flat, or glitter and acrylic toppers that stand up.
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Cake Topper Size Calculator
Tell us about your cake and we'll tell you what size topper to order.
Cake topper size chart
| Cake | Edible topper (flat) | Stand-up topper |
|---|---|---|
| Cupcake | 1.5"–2" (4–5cm) | Mini picks |
| 6" cake | 4.5"–5" (11–13cm) | 3.5"–4.5" wide |
| 7" cake | 5.5"–6" (14–15cm) | 4"–5" wide |
| 8" cake | 6.5"–7" (17–18cm) | 5"–6" wide |
| 9" cake | 7.5"–8" (19–20cm) | 5.5"–7" wide |
| 10" cake | 8.5"–9" (22–23cm) | 6"–7.5" wide |
| 12" cake | 10.5"–11" (27–28cm) | 7"–9" wide |
| Traybake | A4 rectangle (29.7 x 21cm) | – |
How to measure your cake
- Measure straight across the top of the cake, edge to edge – that's the diameter.
- Measure the top, not the board – boards are usually 2" bigger than the cake.
- For tiered cakes, measure the top tier only.
Common sizing mistakes
- Ordering the same size as the cake – an edible topper the full width of the cake leaves nowhere to pipe a border.
- Going too small on a stand-up topper – under half the cake width looks lost in photos.
- Forgetting the height – very tall stand-up toppers can topple on soft buttercream. Keep them roughly as tall as they are wide.
Cake topper size FAQs
What size cake topper for an 8 inch cake?
A 6.5"–7" edible topper, or a stand-up topper about 5"–6" wide.
What size is a standard cupcake topper?
2" (5cm) fits most standard cupcakes. Use 1.5" for mini cupcakes.
Can you make toppers in custom sizes?
Yes – our edible toppers come in 1" to 14" and we can do custom shapes on request. Ask us.
Planning how big the cake should be? Try our cake size calculator. For photo toppers see the photo cake topper guide.
How it works
Three simple steps from idea to cake.
1
Choose
Pick a topper style, or not sure on size? Try our topper size calculator.
2
Personalise
Add your names, age, photo or logo. Want something unique? Ask us and we’ll design it.
3
We print & post
Made with food-safe edible inks and posted with Royal Mail. Add Priority for same-day dispatch.
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