The festive season is here! For many of us, this means spending quality time with family and enjoying delicious meals together. It's the perfect moment to upgrade your home with stunning decor pieces and transform your dinner table into the ultimate gathering spot.
Whether you’re hosting a Friendship Day get together, Rakshabandhan celebration or a Diwali party, a well-decorated table can make your dinner feel extra special. Check out these tips and product recommendations to make your festive meals unforgettable. Here are some tips and ideas to create a stunning table setting that will wow your guests and make your festive dinners unforgettable.
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Tip 1: Pick a theme for your party
It is much easier to decorate something when you have a theme in mind. Do you want it to be rustic, charming, modern, minimal, or just go all out extra and make it extra grand? Pick your favourite among our home decor items that will compliment your preferred setting.
- Rustic: Natural finishes, wooden inclusions and vintage accents. Pair all of this with some cozy and warm toned furnishing and you have yourself a welcoming, earthy ambience. This setting is perfect for those who love home-ly and down-to-earth vibes. Shop Tea light candle holders and vintage home decor vases.
- Minimal: Sleek, simple and elegant. Focus on decor with minimal details and neutral or soft colours. For everyone that likes a clean and calm environment to be in. Shop solid metal vases and scented candles.
- Modern & colourful: For people that are all about colours! Bright and happy - if this is the vibe you want to have, then this theme is perfect for you. Energetic, stylish and contemporary. Shop colourful dinnerware plates and sets.
- Extra grand: if you like to go all out and leave no stones unturned. Think luxurious, dramatic and statement! With bold colours and patterns showing your taste for the extravagant. Look for golden vases, silver candle holders or brass showpieces.
And so many more ideas. Check out our inspiration page for more table, living room or bedroom set ups.
Add some table accents
Next, let’s choose the perfect table accents for your party. Do you prefer the soft glow and aroma of scented candles? Fresh flowers to add a touch of nature, or perhaps elegant artificial decoration flowers that look like the real ones? For traditional gatherings, festive brass idols could bring a classic charm.
- Scented home decor candles are a wonderful addition to both special occasions and everyday table settings. Their warm, flickering glow creates a cozy atmosphere during the evening, while in the afternoons, you can enjoy their scents. Whether you're hosting a festive event or simply enjoying a quiet meal, the right candle can make every moment feel a bit more special.
- Brass figurines and decorative trays are another option. This works best for festive gatherings like Rakshabandhan, diwali or housewarmings.
- Moving on to some earthy touches through vases and flowers. Don’t want messy tables during mealtimes? Opt for artificial flowers - no mess, no fuss just pure beauty.
Centrepieces that impress
A stunning centerpiece can make all the difference in your table setting. Consider using a beautiful metal vase filled with fresh or artificial flowers or even a vintage candle holder with beautifully scented candles. Pure brass figurines or god idols can also serve as unique and meaningful centerpieces, adding a touch of traditional Indian decor to your setup.
- Centrepieces take all the attention to themselves - so make sure it goes with the theme and is not out of place
- If you pick your centrepiece first, all your other picks can just be complementary to it.
- Centrepieces can also be conversation starters - maybe your guests will even want to get one for themself! so make sure it is of the highest quality and something that you can recommend to your friends and family to take home.
- And finally, ensure these pieces are durable - as you can make them a tradition in all your gatherings - your home and parties being remembered through your decoration and passed on through generations.
Dinnerware to bring the table together
Your dinner plates and bowls are the stars of the table. Ceramic dinner plates and bowls not only look elegant but also add a touch of class to your setup. Choose a set that matches your theme.
- For a Diwali setup, you might want to go with something with gold accents.
- For a more casual gathering, choose vibrant, fun colors to set a relaxed and lively tone.
- Or mix and match! Feel free to mix and match elements to reflect your unique style and taste.
Add some thoughtful touches
Don’t forget about your guests! While it's important to have a beautiful setup, it's also crucial to keep it functional.
- Make sure there’s enough space for the food, and that your guests have enough room to eat comfortably.
- Avoid cluttering the table with too many decor pieces, and keep things balanced.
- Providing them with soft, luxurious towels made of bamboo can be a lovely touch.
- It’s these small details that show your guests how much you care and add to the overall experience.
Go one step further
Before your guests arrive, take a final look at your table. Light the candles, adjust any decor pieces, and make sure everything is in place. A well-thought-out table setting can set the tone for the entire evening and make your dinner feel extra special.
- To take things up a notch, ensure your furnishing also goes with your set up.
- Clear your home and rooms and use new sheets.
- Spend time with all your guests and ensure there is enough space, food for all!
Creating a stunning table setting for festive dinners doesn’t have to be complicated. With these tips and ideas, you can create a beautiful, inviting table that will impress your guests and make your festive dinners unforgettable. Whether you’re celebrating Diwali, Rakshabandhan, or any special occasion, a well-decorated table can make all the difference.
Happy decorating!