Elevated entertaining starts with a tablescape as thoughtful as the menu….
and when it comes to the holiday season, taking time to create a beautiful environment makes all the difference in the experience of gathering.
Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner party or a tablescape for two, setting the scene for a celebratory night in can be simplified with a few key ingredients.
Here is our step-by-step guide for styling a festive tablescape:

No. 1 – Bring the outdoors in to set the scene
Build your palette with greenery or foraged pieces from your surroundings to create a jumping-off point. We love finding unique ways to incorporate greenery into our seasonal looks inside and out.
Building a floral arrangement: If you’re creating your own floral arrangement, start by choosing a few tones you want to incorporate, select pieces with a variety of shapes of textures, and always make sure to cut the stems at an angle for a longer-lasting result!
Dimensional faux greenery
No. 2: Add centerpieces to create a focal point
Bring a focal point to your look with centerpieces that tell the story of the season. We love to use large vases, candles, or even a bowl filled with seasonal produce as centerpieces.
Centerpieces to set the scene
No. 3: Layer in linens and textiles
Ground the table with tablecloths, placemats, and napkins and add an element of texture. Use a pretty tablecloth and placemats to ground the look and add a folded napkin to the top for a fool-proof table-setting look.
Timeless table textures
No. 4: Set the table with pretty serveware
Incorporate pretty and functional serving pieces like breadboards, pitchers, or serving trays to display your favorite dishes.
Pro tip: Using serving pieces as centerpieces is a great way to not only save space but create a more natural feeling to your tablescape.
Serveware for every occasion
No. 5 – Incorporate details + accessories
Add in the finishing touches with thoughtful details and accessories to create a celebratory feeling. Pretty napkin rings complete with a simple festive branch or ornament can bring any tablescape look to life!
Absolutely beautiful! Would you mind sharing the dinnerware used in the new holiday setting? Thanks!
Hi Stephanie! They’re the Aiden Dining Collection from McGee & Co 💗