Celebrities often mark extravagant birthday celebrations with elaborate cakes, but not all designs achieve a sophisticated aesthetic, according to etiquette expert Laura Windsor. Windsor, dubbed the 'Queen of Etiquette,' has evaluated a selection of celebrity birthday cakes, offering her insights on their style and appropriateness.

Windsor noted that while many celebrities have considerable budgets for their cakes, style is not always guaranteed. Her assessments range from Kylie Jenner's gemstone-adorned confection to Victoria Beckham's meringue creation and Olivia Attwood's Barbie-themed cake.

For Maura Higgins, Windsor observed a cake that felt more like a theatrical prop than a dessert, with pink bows and balloons creating a curated image. "It feels more prop than birthday cake," Windsor stated, questioning if it was intended for consumption. "The question is whether she's going to take a bite once the camera stops clicking…" Windsor classified this as "staged."

In contrast, Emily Atack's cake was praised for its simplicity. Windsor described it as prioritizing "simple pleasure" with "real elegance in Emily's simplicity - nothing decorative, nothing performed, just a cake!" She added, "Sometimes the most elegant thing anyone can do is eat the cake you actually like and forget about social media." This was deemed "simple but effective."

Kylie Jenner's 29th birthday cake, adorned with gemstones, was characterized as "glitzy, shiny, sparkly and very much bling." Windsor acknowledged that it reflected Jenner's personality and brand of luxury, classifying it as "showy."

Victoria Beckham's meringue cake, however, was met with approval. Windsor found it "stylish, understated and, ultimately, elegant," aligning with Beckham's reputation as a fashion designer. The expert also appreciated how Beckham considered the entire atmosphere, including lighting and backdrop, to create harmony, calling the approach "elegant."

Tommy Fury's minimalistic cake was deemed "on brand" with his understated surroundings. Windsor noted, "I'm slightly less certain about the things sticking out of the top," which appeared like bare tree branches, but ultimately found the cake elegant.

Olivia Attwood's Barbie-themed cake, featuring a nude doll topper, left Windsor "puzzled." She considered it "childish" and more suited for a playroom than an adult celebration.

The Duchess of Sussex's mahjong-themed cake was described as "pretty, picturesque and very much telling a story," with soft pastel colors and well-proportioned decorations. Windsor found it "sophisticated."

Joe Swash's cake, made by his wife Stacey Solomon, was recognized for the "elegance of effort." Windsor highlighted that its value lay in the time, thought, and care invested in its creation, deeming it "meaningful."

Millie Mackintosh's cake was seen as "low-key" and "natural" because it appeared to be something she genuinely liked, embodying elegance on her own terms.

Mrs. Hinch's animal-themed cake was described as "endearing." Windsor noted that its relevance to her children made it meaningful, prioritizing their delight over conventional notions of elegance. "A cake that gains the interests of the people it was made for, and actually gets eaten, is what a cake should aspire to," Windsor concluded.