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23 TABLETOP BUYS FOR YOUR NEXT DINNER PARTY
PLACEMAT // DINNER NAPKIN // FLATWARE // DINNER PLATE // SALAD PLATE // WATER GOBLET // PLACE CARD
Whether you’re having a casual pizza night with your girlfriends or planning a seated dinner for 12, a well-dressed table is key to setting the mood. From big-picture items like linens and dishes (obsessed with these dessert plates!) to the little details such as candles and calligraphy, a lot of thought goes into setting a pretty table.
Below, a selection of my favorite tabletop buys to help you set the scene this season. Want more? Scroll down for a full shopping list.
CECE BARFIELD PERENNIAL PLACEMATS
CeCe Barfield’s linens are even more beautiful in person. The scallop edge adds such a gorgeous detail. I love the color, too, as it’s a great neutral and perfect for autumn.
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CECE BARFIELD AGRA FLORAL GOBLET
These silver goblets from CeCe Barfield were easily one of the best tabletop investments I made last year. They’re incredibly versatile (water, wine, a cocktail… no rules here!) and easily work their way into formal and casual settings alike.
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MOLECOT JARDIN DINNER PLATE
I love the color combination in this china pattern. The bright teal is such a unique complement to the burnt orange.
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CHEFANIE POPPY TABLECLOTH
This block-print tablecloth would make such a lovely choice for any dinner party this fall – especially Thanksgiving!
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JULISKA BAMBOO FLATWARE
Am I broken record over bamboo flatware? I’ll say it again: invest in a novelty set (read: not stainless) of flatware. I love bamboo because it’s versatile enough to go with everything – not to mention, it works for both casual and formal settings. P.S. despite what the instructions may tell you, I put mine in the dishwasher.
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LAUSCHA SWIRL FOOTED BOWLS
How divine are these bowls? They’re vintage (of course) and oh-so happy. Use these to serve ice cream to your guests.
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CRATE & BARREL TAPER CANDLES
Lighting is important. Take it up a notch and select candlesticks in a color. I love this orange set for a fall dinner.
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DEAR ANNABELLE SUPERLATIVE PLACE CARDS
Best kisser, most likely to get married in Vegas… call them out! These place cards are sure to spark conversation at the dinner table.
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ULLA JOHNSON x CABANA TABLECLOTH
Botanical prints don’t just belong to summer ‘scapes, they have a place at the fall table, too. Snag this tablecloth for all of your upcoming gatherings.
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RICHARD GINORI FLORAL DINNER PLATE
Hello, yellow! This Richard Ginori pattern are a longtime favorite of mine. The best thing about it is that it comes in a variety of colors, all of which are meant to be mixed and matched.
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ULLA JOHNSON x CABANA DINNER NAPKINS
More is more. If you buy the tablecloth, you might as well finish it off with the matching napkins. I love a maximalist table moment.
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VINTAGE PUMPKIN SOUP TUREEN & BOWLS
What a find! This vintage set of tureens is so perfect for serving guests soup this fall.
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HOUSES & PARTIES MARBLED PAPER TABLE LAMP
Houses & Parties levels up the lighting with their hand-marbled shades. Order sets of these shades in every color to match the mood for that night.
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GIAMBATTISTA VALLI PORCELAIN CHAMPAGNE BOWL
These are over the top in the best way possible. Swap out your flutes for champagne bowls. Handmade of porcelain, they’re lined with gold metal to ensure that your bubbly stays extra cold.
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