12 chic table decor ideas to elevate your tablescape if you love hosting for the holidays
From twisted candlesticks to colourful glassware
If there’s one thing that’ll elevate your dinner parties it’s a chic selection of table decor. If you’re planning on hosting around the holidays (or beyond) we’ve scoured the internet to find the very best decor picks that will transform dreary dinner settings into the tablescape of dreams.
Whatever the occasion: whether you're having friends and family around in that period between Christmas and New Year—when no one knows what day of the week it is—or just love hosting and want to elevate your table for future dinner parties, your tabletop decor is a great place to invest.
In terms of other homeware top picks, if you’re looking for the best coffee machines, air fryers and comfy pillows we’ve got those too. But we’re here to talk about tabletop decor. From clean and classic to more statement and on-trend styles, there’s sure to be a decor pick in here for you.
On-Trend Table Decor
Scalloped decor reigned supreme over the last summer, and it's showing no signs of going anywhere thanks to its fundamentally timeless feel. I adore the sage green scalloped detailing on this set of Glassette dinner plates.
Touches of red are taking over the fashion world at the moment, and this Addison Ross serving tray allows you to bring the trend into your home.
Statement Table Decor
I'm more than a little obsessed with this cherry ice bucket for a chic addition to your bar cart.
Clean and Classic Table Decor
This footed bowl looks clean and classic but has an elevated twist with the raised design and twisted detail.
Speaking of classic styles with a playful touch, these twisted candlesticks are stunning. Something about the deep blue shade screams ‘quiet luxury’ to me.
Colourful Table Decor
If you're a bit wary of colour clashing but love the fun effect, these beautifully mismatched coupes do all the hard work for you.
How can I decorate my table?
Traditionally, table settings consist of dinnerware, glassware, cutlery, and a few decorative elements such as candles, napkins and of course the all-important centrepiece. But there are a few touches you can add to make your tablescape feel far more elevated.
Don’t be afraid to incorporate a little colour into your scheme. Whether you love to clash bright tones together or stick to more neutral shades with a statement pop of colour, it’s an easy way to make your tablescape feel more considered.
And finally, don’t forget the power of small finishing touches. John Lewis has found that searches for decorative ribbon have increased by 125% compared to last year, proving that extra decorative elements—whether added to your tree, gift wrapping or dinner table—are deemed more effective than ever. A simple, cost-effective addition such as tying a ribbon around each napkin or dotting twisted candlesticks around makes the whole place setting feel more put-together.
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