Table Setting Inspiration

From casual to formal, these eight stunning table settings are sure to inspire your next dinner party. Get ideas and design tips for centerpieces, dinnerware and decorations.

Design Tip: Convey elegance and complement skintone with neutrals.

Photo by traoki: "I selected ivory tablecloths because I had to push together two tables to accomodate our group, and felt that ivory would be more seamless than a pattern. I laid the embroidered tablecloth across both tables to tie them together and draw the eye along the length. I used yellow gold/amber plates, napkins, rings and glasses because the color evokes autumn for me — think mellow sunlight, ripe squash and falling leaves! Plus the colors really reflect the candlelight so beautifully, and complement the food and all the guests."