As we approach the warmer months, it’s the perfect time to refresh your table decor with the latest trends. To bring you the best insights, I shopped at the most popular home decor stores like Pottery Barn, Crate and Barrel, Birch and Lane, Arhaus, and William Sonoma to see what’s trending. I took plenty of photos, so you can skip the trip to the store and click add to cart from the comfort of your couch! So, whether hosting a casual BBQ or an elegant dinner party, these trends will help you create a stunning tablescape that wows your guests this season.
Adding warmth with wicker placemats
Wicker is making a strong comeback in home decor for furniture, accessories, wall installations, and table settings. At least one display showcased a tablescape with wicker placemats in every store I went into! While trendy now, wicker has been around for ages and truthfully never went out of style. It’s a versatile material, and its organic look can work in any table decor aesthetic you’re going for, from beachy cottage to boho chic or an elegant modern table. Regardless of the vibe you’re going for with your event or dinner, there is a shade or weave pattern to match that will add texture, depth, and warmth to your tablescape. Wicker placements are a timeless table decor item you’ll use for years!
Get the look(s):
- Caliente Round Woven Jute Placemat, Toben Collection, Marin Natural European Flax ®-Certified Linen Cocktail Napkins, Tondo Acacia Wood Napkin Ring, Aspen Drinkware
- Actin City Placemat, Spode Blue Italian 12-Pc Set W Mug, Beauvais 4 Piece Napkin Set, Napkin Rings, Blue Ribbon Libbey Impressions Rocks Glasses
- Nito Round Placemat, Bordallo Pinheiro Cabbage Dinner Plates, Williams Sonoma Pantry Dinner Plates, Provençal Floral Napkins, Nito Napkin Rings, Duralex Picardie
Making statements through layering patterns
Mixing patterns used to be a faux pas, but now it’s all about making a bold statement by layering bright florals, busy animal prints, and funky geometric designs on your plates, napkins, and tablecloths. The key to this look is ensuring the patterns share a common colour palette or theme. Take the examples below. The first example weaves pinks and navies throughout its paired patterns, while the bee example features a contrasting white-on-black honeycomb pattern with a floral print plate stack. It’s also essential when mixing patterns to consider their scale—combining large-scale patterns with smaller, intricate ones creates visual contrast without overwhelming the eye. Think dainty motifs with bold abstract patterns like in the last example. Another tip is not to mix more than two to three patterns to avoid visual clutter.
Get the look(s):
- Light Woven Charger Plate, Famille Rose, Canton Rose Floral Napkins, Williams Sonoma Pantry Napkin Rings, Victoria Cut Glassware Collection
- Faux Shagreen Round Placemat, Honey Bee Dinner Plates, Honeycomb Embossed Chargers, Bee Napkins, Presidio Gold Napkin Rings, Duraclear
- Beachcomber Handwoven Round Placemat,
Puebla Dinnerware Collection, Sophia Floral Block Print Cotton Napkins, Enamel Band Napkin Rings, Stewart Plaid Glassware
A spectrum of pinks, blues, and yellows
This season, trending colours span a spectrum of pinks, blues, and yellows, ranging from vibrant hues to dusty, muted tones. These colours create a stunning contrast with neutral plate settings and placemats. Adding a colourful napkin or tablecloth is a cost-effective way to add a splash of colour and make your table decor feel in season among your timeless and staple pieces. If you’re feeling more daring and splurge-worthy, you could ditch your basic clear glassware and upgrade to the textured, tinted glasses like in example two, or opt for a plate set with colour to create an unexpected and unique tablescape. This year’s palettes and layered patterns trend reminds me of the popular Netflix series Bridgerton, moving away from simple and clean tablescapes to extravagant and bold settings. Who wouldn’t want to emulate an event fit for royals?
Get the look(s):
- Marin Dark Blue Melamine Dinner Plate, Marin Cabana Stripe Melamine Salad Plate, Aero White 5-Piece Placesetting, Pacifico Blue Rim Highball Glass
- Caliente Round Woven Jute Placemat, Mercer Tabletop Collection, Marin Saffron Yellow European Flax ®-Certified Linen Napkin, Marcella Infinity White Napkin Ring, Atwell Cider Orange Ribbed Highball Glass
- Larkin Melamine 12-Piece Dinnerware Set, Sophia Floral Block Print Cotton Napkins, Maxfield Napkin Rings, Arlo Glassware Collection
Geometric and minimal details
Contrary to the busier trends, there is still a place for something a little more dialled down for those who prefer the less is more look. For example, the simple line detailing adds definition to the plate in the second example and is carried through to the napkin, making it a subtle step up from a basic black-and-white setting. Or, if you’re looking for something that works with your current white dishes and isn’t too loud, you could opt for a tasteful chunky geometric pattern like in examples one and three. What’s great about these options is you could easily use them throughout multiple occasions and holidays by dressing them up or down with other on-theme elements like centrepieces, florals, and other decorations. Or even match them with a few of the different trends we’ve outlined in this post for an elevated and timeless tablescape.
Get the look(s):
- Marin Artisanal Tabletop Collection, Adidibea Shapes Printed Cotton Napkin, Ezra Drinkware
- Range Dinnerware, Merrow Stitch Crisp White Organic Cotton Napkin, Wrap Silver Napkin Ring, Craft Drinkware
- Marin Artisanal Tabletop Collection, Marin Navy Blue Flag Napkin, Alma Drinkware
Organic shapes and plates
The last trend I’m seeing this season is organic plate sets in terms of their shapes and colours. As the world becomes increasingly digital and photoshopped, people seem to gravitate to more natural and imperfect elements for their home decor, events, and table settings, as they can warm up a space and make it feel more inviting and relaxing. Think straight off the pottery wheel or handmade pottery that embraces the imperfections in the pieces. This adds character to your table settings, and organic and natural plate sets will be a timeless staple in your table decor collection as you can dress them up or down.
Get the look(s):
- Wilder Collection, Marin Natural European Flax ®-Certified Linen Napkin, Rectangle Acacia Napkin Ring, Vineyard Stemware
- Gallatin Dinner Plates, White Marble Napkin Rings, Linen Napkins, Paloma Highball Glasses
- Zadia Jute/Rattan Charger Plate, Portmeirion Sophie Conran 4-Pc P/S Floret, Alvia 100% Stone Washed Linen Napkins
Incorporating these trends into your table decor is a surefire way to create an inviting and visually stunning setting for any occasion. From the warmth of wicker placemats to the boldness of layered patterns or colours, the simplicity of geometric details, and the organic charm of handmade plates, there’s something for every style and preference this season!
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