Creating the Perfect Table Setting
Whether you are throwing a formal dinner party or just entertaining a few guests, your table offers you an ideal chance to impress your guests with your hosting skills. Creating the perfect setting will be sure to impress your guests and cement you as the host with the most. To make sure that your dinner table is looking its best, here are the elements you’ll need to perfect.
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Table Linens
Creating the perfect table setting starts with the foundation of any dinner table: the tablecloth. Selecting the right type of tablecloth sets the tone for the event, whether you are preparing for a formal dinner party of a more casual dining occasion.
When it comes to selecting the perfect tablecloth, you might be surprised to learn that there are a variety of different materials available to choose from. While cotton is the most common choice for tablecloths, you can also use polyester to achieve a more formal look. However, when it comes to creating the perfect table setting for a more formal dining event, silk should be your one and only choice of material for your tablecloth.
Once you have chosen the ideal tablecloth for your event, don’t forget to add a stylish table runner as a finishing touch, and some cloth napkins in a suitable colour and design – if you’re setting the table for a special occasion, Villeroy and Boch table linens will be sure to add that extra touch of class.
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Dinnerware
One of the main features of any table setting is the dinnerware, after all, we eat first with our eyes. Finding the right dinner set can feel like a daunting task with so many different brands, styles, and colours to choose from, but it doesn’t have to be. The main things to keep in mind are the purpose of your dinnerware and the colour scheme you are after. For example, formal dinnerware is usually more ostentatious, while everyday dinnerware focuses on durability and practical features such as fitting in your dishwasher and cabinets.
The design and colour of your dinnerware should also complement the rest of your table setting, to create an overall harmonious and polished look once all the separate elements are in place.
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Silverware
Flatware – often referred to a silverware – can often make or break a table setting. You’ll need to carefully consider the material, as well as the style of silverware that will be the most fitting for your event. Although it is by no means cheap, silver flatware is worth the investment as it can’t be beaten for an elegant look and will last for years to come with proper care and maintenance.
However, if you want to add a more contemporary twist to your table, you can choose to opt for some more adventurous flatware by choosing a pewter or ceramic flatware set.
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Glassware
Your glassware will not only have an aesthetic role to play in your table setting but will also have an effect on what you are drinking as the colour and style of your wine glasses can affect the taste of whatever you’re drinking.
For serving white wines and light reds such as Pinot Noir or Beaujolais, choose narrow wine glasses with a small opening. These will keep the wine cooler for longer and enhance their subtle flavour. For stronger red wine, opt for a balloon-shaped glass with a wide opening. This is so the wine can breathe, breaking down the tannings and softening the aftertaste commonly associated with drinking red wine.
Written by David Milsont. David is an avid writer who loves to write on travel, lifestyle, health, fashion and more.
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