Le Present
Cupcake Pleated-Effect Indoor/outdoor Planter 17" In Diameter
This is an indoor/outdoor planter made from fibreglass with a rough, textured finish and a pleated, cupcake-like profile. It features an elevated double bottom, drainage holes, and is designed for use with nursery pots indoors or in protected outdoor locations. Dimensions: 14 inches (35.5 cm) high and 17 inches (43 cm) in diameter.
- Material
- Fibreglass
- Style
- contemporary, modern
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lawn & Garden > Gardening > Pots & Planters
Size
Specifications
Contemporary fibreglass planter with pleated-effect design, rough textured finish, and drainage holes for indoor/outdoor use.
Elevated double bottom for plants of different sizes; drainage holes to prevent overwatering; suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
- Material
- Fibreglass
- Style
- contemporary, modern
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 17x17x14 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lawn & Garden > Gardening > Pots & Planters
Additional Attributes
- fibreglass
- rough textured finish
- elevated double bottom
- drainage holes
- indoor/outdoor
- pleated-effect
- cupcake mould
- contemporary urban elegance
- neutral colours
- convenient
- sublime texture
- clean folds
Product Insights
Le Présent’s Cupcake Pleated-Effect Indoor/outdoor Planter is a molded-fibreglass, in-house Biagioni pleated design from a 58-year-old third-generation family decor house, in stock at 210 CAD in White or Ivory/Cream Beige—colorway claims describe both as 14-inch variants differing only in tone, while the title gives a 17-inch diameter—and its core promise is a concrete/ceramic alternative that is five to ten times lighter so one person can reposition it, with a matte textured pigmented gelcoat that hides fingerprints, water spots and light scuffs, resists UV fading and scratching, does not corrode in coastal air or crack from freeze-thaw, and buffers day-to-night root temperature swings; molded pleats allow a second planter to match the first, and an elevated false bottom drains water while drawing air from below, but the drainage has a tradeoff—gravel in the void backfires by pushing the perched water table toward the roots—and it must be stored indoors in winter with drainage holes clear to prevent freeze damage.
Verified claims
- Drainage
- Drainage holes sit at the base of the inner planting area, and the elevated double bottom is a raised floor rather than a sealed water reservoir; excess water drains out through the holes, and keeping them and the underside clear creates an air gap that prevents overwatering.
- Gravel backfire
- Gravel in the void backfires, pushing the perched water table toward the roots
- Winter storage
- Store indoors during winter to prevent freeze damage; ensure drainage holes are clear.
- UV protection
- The product information does not specify UV stabilization, and the care instructions recommend a protected location and winter storage, so this planter is not the right choice for prolonged direct outdoor sun.
- Durability
- Fiberglass won't corrode in coastal or salted air and doesn't spall the way porous concrete does, but this planter should stay out of hard freezes because trapped water can freeze and crack the shell.
- Design provenance
- The Cupcake's pleated design is drawn in-house by Le Présent's Biagioni family
- Brand lineage
- Le Présent is a third-generation, family-owned decor house trading 58 years
- Weight
- Five to ten times lighter than concrete or ceramic, so one person can reposition it.
- Temperature buffer
- Smooths day-to-night root temperature swings versus metal or concrete pots
- Colorway
- White and Ivory/Cream Beige are the same 14-inch size at $210 CAD and both in stock; only the tone differs.
- Finish
- The matte textured shell hides fingerprints and light scuffs that a glossy finish would show, but water spots can appear if water dries on the surface, so wipe it off rather than air-drying.
- Pleats
- Molded fibreglass pleats, so a second planter matches the first
- Color options
- White and Ivory/Cream Beige are both 14-inch variants at 210 CAD and ship in stock.
- Color finishes
- White is a crisp, cool, bright white, while Ivory/Cream Beige is a warmer off-white with a soft beige undertone; choose White for a crisp modern look and Ivory/Cream Beige for a softer, warmer scheme.
- Material porosity
- The fiberglass shell is non-porous, so it doesn't wick water out through the wall or from the root ball like unglazed terracotta; water management shifts to the drainage holes and elevated double bottom.
Product record
- Title
- Cupcake Pleated-Effect Indoor/outdoor Planter 17" In Diameter
- Brand
- Le Present
- Price
- 210 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesUses
Planting flowers or greenery indoors or out
This pleated-effect planter is made for planting real plants, indoors or outside. Its drainage holes are intended to help prevent overwatering, and the elevated double bottom is designed to accommodate plants of different sizes. Because it is lightweight, Le Present suggests adding gravel for weight and stability.[1,2]
Showing off houseplants indoors with the Cupcake planter
This 17-inch diameter pleated-effect planter can be used indoors as a decorative home for a potted plant. The manufacturer specifies placing a nursery pot with a saucer inside rather than planting directly into the planter, to keep water away from the planter and prevent leaks.[1]
Outdoor decorating with seasonal care
This 17-inch-diameter planter is designed for both indoor and outdoor use. For outdoor placement, the manufacturer advises choosing a spot protected from the elements. They also recommend storing the planter indoors over winter to extend its life.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Cupcake Pleated-Effect Indoor/outdoor Planter 17" In Diameter: Choose this if you want a fibreglass planter with a contemporary, cupcake-mould-inspired pleated design in a rough, speckled matte finish and neutral colours like White or Ivory/Cream Beige, sized 17 inches in diameter by 14 inches high. Its drainage holes are intended to prevent overwatering, and an elevated double bottom is designed to accommodate plants of different sizes. Note that for indoor use the manufacturer says not to plant directly in it—use a nursery pot with a saucer—and for outdoor use to place it sheltered from the elements and store it during winter.[1,3] | Belly Rounded Indoor/outdoor Planter 15" In Diameter: Choose this if you want a smooth matte fiberglass planter with a rounded belly silhouette and neutral color options (White or Ivory/Cream Beige) to bring a modern, natural-chic touch indoors or out. Its drainage holes with a removable plug and elevated double bottom suit plants of different sizes, though for indoor use the retailer says you should keep plants in a nursery pot with a saucer rather than planting directly, and outdoors it should sit in a sheltered spot and be stored over winter. Note that while the name states a 15 inch diameter (12 inch height), the listing's size data says 12 inches, an unresolved discrepancy.[4,5,6] | Tiramisu Banded Indoor/outdoor Planter See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a decorative fiberglass planter for indoor or outdoor display, with a ribbed, ladyfinger-inspired banded shape, scalloped rim, and a speckled matte faux-granite finish described as minimalist with timeless elegance. It comes in 16 inch and 20 inch sizes (the small is 16 inches tall by 14 inches in diameter, the large 20 inches by 16 inches) in Black, White, or Ivory/Cream Beige, and includes drainage holes to help prevent overwatering plus an elevated double bottom for plants of different sizes. Note that indoors you should use a nursery pot with a saucer rather than planting directly, and outdoors it should be placed in a protected spot and stored over winter to extend its life.[7] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A single fluted cylindrical planter with a thick open top rim, speckled matt finish and vertical pleated sides; the planter is shown on a tiled floor and is partially occluded by a tall cactus growing from the interior.
- Overall shapeCylindrical pot with vertical pleated/fluted sides and a slightly rounded base; the top is open with a thick rim.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.46 · h 0.38 (high) - Side detailingEvenly spaced vertical grooves create a cupcake-like pleated effect running from rim to base.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.42 · h 0.32 (high) - Surface textureMatte, slightly rough speckled surface with fine darker flecks across the light body.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.46 · h 0.38 (high) - Rim and interiorWide, flat rim with visible interior cavity that matches the exterior color and texture; inner top edge visible behind plant stems.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.50 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high) - OcclusionMultiple tall cactus stems rise from the pot and obscure the central upper portion of the planter interior and part of the rim.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.04 · w 0.32 · h 0.64 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the planter on a tiled floor against warm wood panel walls with directional lighting from upper left; additional props include stones in the foreground and a partial dark round planter at the right edge.
- Background panelsWarm medium brown wood panels form a vertical corner behind the planter, showing visible wood grain and a seam where two panels meet.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.78 · h 0.66 (high) - Floor surfaceLight beige/taupe large tiles with grout lines on which the planter sits; tiles show subtle marbling.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.66 · w 0.98 · h 0.34 (high) - Foreground stonesCluster of natural small round stones placed along the lower left foreground edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.88 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Secondary planterPartial view of a separate dark rounded planter at the right image edge, only the left portion visible.
1 region
x 0.86 · y 0.48 · w 0.14 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and shadowStrong directional light from the upper left creates cast shadows on the floor to the right of the planter and highlights on the pleated ridges.
- Shot compositionFrontal three-quarter view framing the planter near the lower center with vertical crop emphasizing height; image is tightly cropped with no visible text or labels.
Colors
speckled off-white· planter body- Overall shapeCylindrical pot with vertical pleated/fluted sides and a slightly rounded base; the top is open with a thick rim.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a cylindrical planter showing the upper rim, interior cavity, and a vertically pleated/fluted exterior with a coarse, speckled texture in a pale cream color.
- Overall shapeCylindrical planter with a circular top opening; walls are vertical and the visible portion is slightly truncated by image crop at top-right.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.05 · w 0.60 · h 0.90 (high) - Pleated exteriorExterior surface has regular vertical fluted or pleated panels creating ridges and valleys around the circumference; pleats are deep and angular with straight vertical faces.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.40 · w 0.46 · h 0.50 (high) - Top rimThick rounded top rim with the same textured finish as the exterior; rim shows an uninterrupted circular lip around the opening.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.03 · w 0.42 · h 0.30 (high) - Interior cavityInterior visible from above with a smooth, slightly textured inner wall that is recessed from the rim and appears uniformly pale compared with exterior speckling.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.06 · w 0.38 · h 0.36 (high) - Surface textureCoarse, grainy finish with small darker speckles distributed across the exterior and rim, producing a stone-like appearance.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.20 · w 0.48 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Product photographed on a brown tiled floor with the planter cropped toward the upper-right; soft diffuse lighting creates gentle shadows and minimal specular highlights.
- Background surfaceMatte brown tile flooring with visible grout lines and subtle texture; tiles form a diagonal seam near the planter.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.40 · w 0.90 · h 0.60 (high) - Shot compositionClose-up framing cropped so the planter fills the right side of the image and the top rim is partially near the top edge; lower-left shows floor area.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting from upper-left producing a gentle shadow along the pleats' right-side faces and a faint shadow on the floor in front of the planter.
Colors
pale cream with speckle· exterior and rim- Overall shapeCylindrical planter with a circular top opening; walls are vertical and the visible portion is slightly truncated by image crop at top-right.
- 03
Product
Close-up of the planter interior and rim showing a textured, speckled outer surface with pleated/scalloped rim, a circular drainage hole in the wall, and a removable white circular plug resting on the inner base. The interior surface appears smoother and matte compared with the textured exterior.
- Pleated outer wall and rimExterior wall has a pleated or fluted profile forming a scalloped rim visible on the right edge of the image; the rim edge shows the pleat grooves and an irregular scalloped silhouette.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.02 · w 0.52 · h 0.96 (high) - Textured speckled finishOuter surface has a rough, granular texture with dark fine speckles distributed across a light beige background.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.80 (high) - Interior smooth surfaceInterior visible through the opening is a smoother matte surface in a lighter beige tone with fewer visible speckles compared with the exterior.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.06 · w 0.50 · h 0.88 (high) - Circular drainage holeA circular drainage hole is cut into the planter wall and appears as a dark round aperture set above the interior base.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.19 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high) - White circular drain plugA white, round two-piece plug (stacked or with visible flange) rests on the interior base near the front opening.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Scalloped base edgeLower rim edge where the planter meets the surface shows a scalloped contour echoing the pleated profile, with a textured face matching the exterior.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.78 · w 0.96 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Close-up product detail shot on a flat tile or stone surface with soft natural lighting from upper left producing a gentle shadow to the right and lower edges. Background is minimal and out of focus.
- Shot compositionTight detail crop focused on the planter opening and rim with shallow depth of field; left interior is slightly out of focus compared with the rim.
- Supporting surfacePlanter rests on a tan or light brown tile or stone surface visible at the bottom of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.84 · w 1.00 · h 0.16 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from the upper left produces subtle highlights on the textured rim and a shadowed area inside the planter toward the right.
Colors
speckled light beige· exterior textured wall and rim#D2C4A4pale beige· interior wall#B2B3ABwhite· drain plug#EBF3F2- Pleated outer wall and rimExterior wall has a pleated or fluted profile forming a scalloped rim visible on the right edge of the image; the rim edge shows the pleat grooves and an irregular scalloped silhouette.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Le Present
Cupcake – Le Present