Pretty Table Settings: Four of Our Favorites for the Holidays

Pretty Table Settings: Four of Our Favorites for the Holidays

Whether you plan to set the table indoors or out for a Christmastime celebration, take inspiration from our collection of pretty table settings. From casual dinners and lavish alfresco meals to formal gatherings, these looks are sure to inspire your holiday tabletop.


Warm Tidings

Pretty Table Settings: Four of Our Favorites for the Holidays

A playful mix of buffalo check, polka dots, stripes, and plaids, with notes of crimson tying the medley of patterns together, sets a cheery tone for this fireside setting. Etched glasses and hand-painted stone dishware imbue an evergreen motif. Natural elements like wooden serving trays, place cards, and chargers speak to the scenery, and potted amaryllis flaunt their showy blooms. Ornaments tucked under glass cloches at each place setting make wonderful parting gifts for dear friends to treasure for Christmases to come.


Evergreen Style

Pretty Table Settings: Four of Our Favorites for the Holidays

With a feeling of festivity in the air, it takes only a bit of extra polish to ready an informal table for gatherings. A dark-hued bud vase holds white blossoms and a single spray of greenery. Pewter stoneware dishes ground the scene and help balance the feathery swirls on painterly salad plates. A cream-colored knit napkin encircled by an iron ring with sprigs of holly adds a relaxed, comfortable touch. Golden pomegranates scattered down the tablescape complete the enchanting yet simple ensemble.


Merry Little Details

Pretty Table Settings: Four of Our Favorites for the Holidays

Red-and-green Christmas china showcases the season’s signature hues and a star-studded symbol of holiday jubilation. Polka-dot serveware and tartan linens lend laid-back appeal, while crystal glasses and antique goblets add a hint of sparkle and sophistication. Flanked by dynamic floral arrangements, a boxwood reindeer takes center stage. Top off the setting with details such as miniature rosy-cheeked collectibles and tree-shape napkin rings, a nod to the festivities yet to come.


Art of Teal

Pretty Table Settings: Four of Our Favorites for the Holidays

Discover the hidden holiday potential within this vibrant blue-green shade as it brings a seasonal setting to life. Beige and other neutrals drawn from nature balance the brighter tones; pottery pieces and woodland-themed china and accents, such as pine cones and faux bois flatware, give the table an earthy, welcoming feel. The fresh look can easily transition throughout the season and into the new year.


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