There’s no place like home for the holidays, no matter how far you roam (or don’t, with all things considered). And since many of us have had a bit too much of our own living space over the past months, that makes the moment even more ripe for bringing festive decor to our interiors. ‘Tis the season, after all!
From overly adorned candlelit mantles to extravagant tree toppers, we’re taking a page out of living writer Elise Taylor’s “distraction-decorating” book and bringing it to the dinner table—the epicenter of holiday conversations, gatherings, familial love, and the very core of our homes. This season, we’re setting our tables with the intention of bringing joy to a less-than-joyful year, and turning to the archives for the most festive of tablescapes.
Set the tone with a tried and true rich white linen as the base of your table, or take a more rustic approach by leaving the wood exposed. As seen in Vogue, one can always opt for a holly berry red setting, a classic yet lively choice that embraces the warmth of the holiday season. (Can you smell the gingerbread cooking?) Or, if you’re looking to switch things up, perhaps a glacial blue or forest green will bring an outdoor wonderland feel inside.
For those who need an extra dose of holiday inspiration this season, below are 30 tabletop accessories specially curated from the pages of Vogue.
Old-Fashioned Feast
Crimson red never goes out of style during the yuletide season. Channel winter’s most universal plant, the winterberry, with pops of red jacquard tablecloths and marbleized coasters atop your dining tables. Add a sustainable touch to your tablescape this season with Haand’s hand-molded and responsibly-sourced ceramics.
Evermore Evergreen
Find inspiration from yet another iconic symbol—the Christmas tree. Branch out and embrace the emerald tones of the season with patterned napkins and pine embellished napkin rings. Alexandra Michler, director of fashion initiatives at Vogue, suggests layering the table with fun and festive tablecloths from her Southampton find, India Amory.
Merry and Bright
Nothing shouts “merry and bright” quite like gleaming metallics. Paired with crisp white linens and vintage etched glassware, gold accents add that little spark of joy to any holiday setting. Keep it simple with Ralph Lauren’s gold-rimmed dinnerware or elevate your tablescape with boldly beaded napkin rings by Kim Seybert.
Winter Whites and Blues
Topping the table with ilex berry garland and hand-painted ornaments is sure to create the perfect wintry mix of blue and white hues. And, with the addition of Tory Burch’s signature Spongeware set and Baccarati’s ombre flutes, your dreams of a white (and blue) Christmas have just come true.
Unconventional Charm
‘Tis the season for a new tradition! Embrace the charm of an unconventional tablescape and turn to blends of modern blacks and rustic woods by pairing EtúHOME’s striped charcuterie board with Ferm Living’s smoky ripple glassware. But don’t let all seasonal touches fall to the wayside: Run a strand of cedar and eucalyptus garland along the table to bring it all down to earth.
