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42 Beautiful Christmas Table Decor Ideas for a Stylish Celebration
From refined and rustic to traditional with a twist, find our favorite festive decor ideas right here.
Gathering with friends and family is a time to break bread and celebrate—and a time to show off (just a little) your hosting skills. Throwing a cozy blanket over the sofa or hanging a wreath on the door may make for easy holiday decorating while setting the Christmas table lends itself more easily to creative and dramatic displays of festive embellishment.
As seasoned event planner Rebecca Gardner reminds us, "Everything fancy requires a mischievous wink. This could be a collection of tiny Chinese figurines peeking from behind floppy poppy petals or a provocative game of Would You Rather... calligraphed on the back of the menu. A little twist goes a long way."
Of course, the devil is in the details from ensuring there's plenty of candles creating the ideal ambiance to polishing each piece of silver cutlery. After all, a well-thought table will encourage a long night of conversation and merriment.
Whether you're envisioning something eye-catching and unconventional or a more laid-back gathering for this holiday season, you can jumpstart the creative planning from our favorite Christmas table decor ideas right here. A bevy of holiday inspiration awaits—now, it's just up to you to determine the path you will take. Happy tablescaping!
Chalet Chic
Woodsy never looked so elegant with plaids, handmade painted slipware, and crafted wooden plates. A scheme full of rustic elements can easily be mixed in with a more formal setting or pared down for a simpler look as well.
Sharland England's cheerful handmade Spanish side plates make for a sophisticated approach to rustic Christmas decor—and will have your guests drooling over more than the dinner menu.
Mini Gingham Olive Tablecloth
A gingham tablecloth from Heather Taylor feels modern in an olive hue. Top with your finest china and greenery from the yard for an unexpectedly refined table design!
Vagabond House Elk Pewter Gravy Boat
Add just a hint of chalet chic with Vagabond House's pewter gravy boat featuring an etched elk. Use it for gravy or as a holiday centerpiece with pine cones or ornaments as show here.
Siren Song Pear Dish
A bit of horn feels fitting with the cozy season. Use it in an unexpected way like as a pear plate for salads or even as a serving platter.
Pretty in Pink
Why not opt for pink and green instead of red and green? These dreamy shades by event planner Rebecca Gardner feel like a holiday table set for the likes of Marie Antoinette.
Gardner's table-setting secret is layering: "My insane tables set the tone for a lively evening. I build them with layers and layers and layers of the best silver, linen, crystal, and china. We make guests smile by exaggerating the elements until they explode and then sprinkling bonbons on top. There's always something a little surprising."
Bernardaud Constance Cake Plate
Macarons, anyone? Add a pop of green with Bernardaud's fauna cake plate made in Limoges, France.
Tracy Glover makes these swirled glasses in her Rhode Island Studio. Use them for wine or water, or even as a flower vase.
Courtland & Co. Floral Alphabet Dinner Napkins
A sweet floral touch is always a welcome addition to the table, thanks to embroidered napkins from artist Riley Sheehey for Courtland and Co.
Amparo Fine Living Traditional Celebratory Candle
Amparo Fine Living Traditional Celebratory Candle
Traditionally used for celebrations, these fantastically beautiful candlesticks are made by hand by artisans in Central Mexico.
Refined Rustic
Keith Robinson's barn is converted into a grandiose holiday gathering spot. "The austerity of the space lent itself to a very simple expression," Robinson says. "I wanted to highlight the character of the bare wood walls." The event planner accomplishes this beautifully with an oversize wreath and a pared-down table in a decisive act of restraint and refinement.
An aromatic rosemary wreath is a simple yet elegant way to add a quick decor element. One large wreath adds an impactful statement, while smaller scattered wreaths feel cheerful and cozy.
Anna Weatherley Anna's Antique-Style Dinner Plate
Anna Weatherley Anna's Antique-Style Dinner Plate
These classic white-and-gold dinner plates are a must-have for anyone who loves to entertain: Lay them alone for a timeless table, or mix and match with patterned pieces for another layer.
A bold solid tablecloth like this one from Sferra's Festive collection will add just as much impact as an intricately patterned one. Opt for a slightly deeper hue of red for a refined, laid-back look.
Antique Farmhouse Preserved Boxwood Topiaries
Antique Farmhouse Preserved Boxwood Topiaries
Preserved boxwood topiaries grouped on the table make for a classical display and can easily be incorporated into non-holiday decor for an all-season centerpiece.
Guilded Holiday
Snowy white decor mixed with gilded accents of gold and silver makes for a luxury-induced coma after a night of dining and entertainment.
Jamali Garden Sanded Manzanita Branch
For a branchy tree centerpiece, try Jamali Garden's Manzanita branches. Leave them larger for taller centerpieces, or cut them down for a smaller design.
Fferrone Sofia Tall Glasses
These striking, hand-blown glasses from Fferrone are versatile enough for any tablescape or occasion and are just as useful as a water or wine glass as they are for other libations. A bonus? They're dishwasher-safe, too.
Woodland Whimsical Display
If you opt for a buffet display table, go big with decorations. Deer or turkeys make for a fun and whimsical display and can be utilized with easy swaps for both Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Woven wicker cloches from Terrain filled with holiday greenery will add height and drama to a woodsy display.
Sara Clark is the Style Assistant at VERANDA, where she writes about interiors, fashion, style, and the latest design trends.
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