10 Enchanting Christmas Table Setting Ideas You’ll Love
From my experience planning holiday celebrations over the years, there is one detail that packs a huge punch when it comes to creating a festive atmosphere, and that is a beautifully set table.
With this Christmas looking a little different, I want to walk you through some stunning table ideas that will instantly bring cheer into your home, no matter the size of your gathering.
1. Gorgeous Garland
If there’s one Christmas staple that isn’t a tree but makes just as big of an impact, it has to be garland. I think garland is so bold and colorful, and it just makes any space come alive.
You can use it as a table runner and pair it with simple little details to really let its natural depth be the star of the show. I’d add a few red accents to make the whole room pop, with the garland as the main focus.
2. All About Red
Red is such a wonderfully festive color that you can truly go all out with it and it never feels like too much. It’s all about making the room feel as fresh and bold as you possibly can.
Whether you choose to feature it all over your table or decide to coordinate elements throughout the room, the idea is to use as many pieces of decor that are a daring red as you can find. Display them seamlessly to make sure the table feels chic and so engaging.
3. Elegant Napkin Rings
Napkins are an absolute essential for any dinner table. We use them constantly, but this time around, it’s all about how you display them. Just the simple act of adding a napkin ring can instantly elevate your entire table setting.
I love the idea of picking a classy pattern that will immediately create a sophisticated look for your place settings.
Place your napkin, with its pretty ring, on top of layered plates, and your display will be instantly transformed. It’s such a quick and inexpensive way to make a statement!
4. Unexpected Blue
Are you getting tired of the traditional shades of red, green, and those little hints of gold? If so, you might be looking for something fun and chic, like working with hues of blue and silver.
I think this palette is so welcoming and charming, and it still manages to feel incredibly festive. It’s all about creating a serene space that has a holiday feel with a whole new color wave.
I would add touches of blue in a few different shades to really reawaken the room.
5. Natural Earth Tones
Sometimes, Christmas decor doesn’t have to be the same traditional colors we see every year. Sometimes it can be different, and that’s where I think earth tones come into play beautifully.
You can work with dark shades of brown, tan, suede, rust, and gray to completely transform your decor. Not everything needs to have a red and white feel.
You might even consider adding a metallic finish to some pieces to fully showcase a layered display.
6. Modern Monochromatic
For anyone who prefers a more minimal appeal, it’s the perfect time to go for a monochromatic look. Having a monochromatic display is all about letting your decor become the main focus. I would add a few branches and spread them around the table.
You could even paint your branches black with some hints of white. The contrast this creates will further highlight the room. Pair it with an abundance of white, and your display will be complete.
7. Bowls of Ornaments
When you’re in doubt about what to use for your decor, sometimes it’s best to take it back to the basics! For me, that means gathering up your prettiest ornaments and creating a magical bowl out of them.
Use a whole array of colors and have them beautifully displayed one on top of the other. The idea is to have similar ones grouped together. I love the idea of adding a bold ribbon to the top one to complete the whole look.
8. Charming Mini Wreaths
Any serious Christmas lover knows that wreaths are one of those things that make any room feel festive. It might be because of their versatility or how many different sizes they come in.
You can hang one outside your door, bring it into your room, or even have one in your kitchen. This time, we’re looking at using them as part of the table decor, but in a mini version!
It’s all about going chic with your decorations and allowing your wreath to become a part of the room’s main focus. I would arrange your wreaths with additional bits of red and green to complete the look seamlessly.
9. Chic & Unconventional
Instead of using the traditional pieces we all know and love like napkins and table runners, give your table a center-stage vibe by going the unconventional route.
You can do this by taking those traditional pieces and going as modern as possible. The key here is to go large and in charge with a few sprinkles of smaller items.
10. Winter Dreamscape
There is nothing that screams Christmas quite like creating a winter wonderland. Who doesn’t love the magical appearance of snow covering the entire ground and the trees beautifully showing off their caps of snow?
With that in mind, you could recreate that feeling on your table. Work with hues of white and silver and sprinkle some faux snow around. Doing this will create a new feel that brings the great outdoors right inside.
