Nothing is more Christmassy than your dinner table on December 25 – after all, food is the centrepiece of all celebrations. To create the right kind of atmosphere, decorating your table is essential, however, it can be tricky to work out which Christmas table theme is best for your style. Take our quiz below to find out which one suits you best:
Classic Christmas
Deck the table in gorgeous navy and gold for timeless Christmas elegance. This setting more than matches the glamour of your trussed-up turkey and glazed ham. Sweet gleams of gold twinkle from simple star motifs on a pared-back palette of white and deep blue. It’s festive flair with a serve of sophistication.
Habitat Twinkle embroidered Christmas table runner
from $49.95, Pillow Talk
If twinkling lights and all things merry are your kind of vibe, then this collection from Habitat is made for you. With tiny embroidered gold stars, your table runner, coasters and napkins can all match and create a cohesive Christmassy feeling.
Coupe glass gold stem
from $14.95, Wheel & Barrow
Coupe glasses are the ultimate glassware option for Christmastime. With a golden stem and base, your holiday drink of choice will feel absolutely regal in your hands.
Atlas cutlery set of 16
from $199.95, Seed Heritage
Golden cutlery only accentuates that feeling of dining like a queen, which is what you deserve during the Yuletide season. After all the hard work is done, settle down for Chrissy dinner with a set of these.
Natural simplicity
This laid-back arrangement is minimalism infused with coastal charm. It has an air of sprezzatura – an act of seemingly effortless grace. The blue tones and ocean vibes sing to the beat of a salty Australian summer. Your seafood and festive spreads are sure to shine with this fresh and spirited setting.
Natural fibres such as rattan, twine and linen provide a contrast of textures with the premium tableware.
Stripe green placemat set of 2
from $22.49, Adairs
Stripes of green and a lovely linen texture are what make this placemat set fit in with a coastal Aussie Christmas. Prefacing natural colours and materials should be high on your list if you’re aligned with this style, and these placemats are a great place to start.
Vivi wine glass set of 2
from $49.95, Country Road
Cool tones of blue from this Country Road wine glass set are the perfect choice to host your glass of celebratory bubbles. Add a nautical cocktail charm to the stem to really fit into the coastal theme.
Olivia 4-piece dinnerware set
from $99, Castlery
Neutral crockery with a textural twist is all you need for this simple Christmas theme. If you like when the food is the standout design feature, then this dinnerware set is for you!
A retro affair
Embrace vintage vibes with this groovy green table setting. Pairing colour elements from the ’70s and ’80s with sleek modern touches, this chic scene is one for the ultimate entertainer. If you love to curate things of character, include hand-me-downs and heirlooms to let your personality shine.
Muse cabbage serving bowl
from $9.95, Pillow Talk
Cabbage bowls add a bit of whimsy to a ‘retro affair’, and we’re definitely not complaining! This serving bowl will make for the perfect Christmas salad vessel.
The Asparagus Bunch candles
from $39, Maison Balzac
Sometimes candles are just there for show, like these delicate asparagus. If your table needs a vegie or two thrown in for good measure, why not do it in the form of a candle?
Ninth Calico 4-piece drinking set
from $56.14, Amazon
Finally, nothing says retro quite like a set of coloured glasses, especially in amber. These bobble-textured glasses from Ninth Calico will add class and elegance to your Chrissy table – and that vintage ‘I stole this from my Grandma’s cupboard’ feel as well!
Maximalist magic
More is more in this playful tablescape. If you’re the sort of person who can’t abide an all-white table, this fun and bold spread is perfect for you. Don’t be afraid to mix colours, textures and styles. Dine in colourful chaos! This anything-but-ordinary table is all about being creative and sparking joy for both you and your guests.
Don’t worry about having complete sets – mix and match! It’s quirky, casual and a lot of fun.
C’est La Vie red tablecloth
from $97.49, Adairs
Frills, stripes and multiple colours all together are the definition of maximalist style. This tablecloth from Adairs shows how an extremely Christmassy Christmas style can be pulled off.
Two-Tone glass tumbler set of 2
from $45.99, Kikki K
Two tones of coloured glass scream excessive, which is something a maximalist loves! This tumbler set is perfect to add more colour and thrill to your Christmas table.
Calypso Matte mint resin napkin holders
from $14.99, Adairs
Napkin holders are all the rage again, and these resin ones can last a lifetime. The best part is, the fun minty colour can be re-used in your normal table setting as well!
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