Fall is my favorite season for inviting guest and Setting The Perfect Fall Table for my thanksgiving dinner. Despite the rapidly approaching winter months, fall is still one of my favorite seasons. I love seeing the leaves change colors in Central Park and being able to wear all my oversized sweaters again. The best part about fall, though, is that it means Thanksgiving and Christmas are just around the corner. While I love both holidays for their own reasons (the food and gifts, respectively), I also enjoy that they provide me with a reason to decorate my apartment with pumpkins and pinecones—and set a beautiful table while I’m at it! If you’re like me, you might be feeling some holiday FOMO as you see your friends on Instagram posting photos of their gorgeous tablescapes this season. So if your table doesn’t look exactly how you want it to look right now, don’t despair—I’ve rounded up some tips to make sure yours looks stunning in no time:
Create a layered table setting.
The secret to creating a layered table setting is to use a variety of textures, colors, shapes and sizes. For example:
- Use metal and wood serving pieces. A metal tray or cake stand can be used to hold your fruit salad on top of your wood cutting board.
- Use glass and ceramic dishes. The glass dish with the succulent in it can sit on top of the ceramic plate with olives and crackers on it–you get the idea!
- Use natural materials like burlap fabric or twigs as accents around your centerpiece or nestled into bowls for extra flare!
Choose a fall color palette for your table.
When setting your autumn table, choose a fall color palette to guide you. This could be anything from browns and oranges to reds and yellows, but it’s important not to go overboard with too many colors or patterns. A simple place setting can look great when the right colors are used in the right amounts.
Your main goal is for the colors on your table to work together to create a cohesive look that feels seasonal and appropriate for the occasion at hand—and this can easily be achieved by making sure each piece has its own place in the overall scheme of things. The key here is balance: you don’t want any one color dominating over another (which would make it harder for guests’ eyes), so find ways of using them together without creating too much visual chaos (by having different shapes/textures/etc.).
Personalize your table setting.
The secret to setting the perfect fall table is to personalize your table setting.
- Choose a color that matches your home or your personality. For example, if you live in a cozy cottage with wood paneling and farmhouse-style furniture, try gold or orange placemats, napkins, and chargers. If you have more modern taste and enjoy bold colors like red and black, choose seasonal accents from these palettes as well.
- Match the color of the dishware to the season or identity of what is served on it (for example fall leaves for salad plates).
- Allow for variety! If guests are coming over for dinner in December then use Christmas colors but don’t forget about other holidays throughout December like Hanukkah or Kwanzaa which may inspire others’ appetites when decorating their own tables this month too!
Use natural textures.
The secret to a table setting that feels like fall is using natural textures. Think leaves, pine cones, twigs and bark. Here are some ideas:
- Use natural materials as table decorations.
- Spread a mix of dried flowers on the center of each plate—it’s a great way to add color and texture without overwhelming your guests with one bold accent piece. Plus you can find these at most craft stores or even Target for pretty cheap!
- Place settings can be made by wrapping plastic cups in burlap and tying them off with twine or ribbon. You could also use small baskets instead of cups if you prefer a more rustic look (and less waste). It doesn’t have to be complicated—just get creative! You can also cut out leaves from green construction paper and use them as place cards so everyone knows where they’re sitting at the table before dinner starts…just make sure everyone knows which leaf belongs to whom beforehand!
Let your food be the star.
Let the food be the star.
You want to make sure that your table is well-lit so that you can see the food you’re serving. Choose a place setting that highlights what you’ve prepared for dinner, like using a white tablecloth with fall flowers. Don’t use something dark or light grey; instead, let the season dictate your color choices.
Add candles to your table.
Candles are a great way to add warmth to a table. They also add fragrance, which is something you want if you’re hosting a fall dinner or party. Candles can be used to add your own personal touch and make the table feel more like home. For example, you could use them in combination with other items that have sentimental value for you or your guests—may be the candles are scented with cinnamon or pumpkin pie (yum). Or maybe they’re decorated with leaves and berries because it’s fall! This will set the mood perfectly without going overboard on fussy details.
Candles also add romance when used properly. Keep this in mind as we move forward into more specific tips about decorating tables for fall celebrations:
Setting a perfect fall table can be easy, even if you love a modern table style.
Setting a perfect fall table can be easy, even if you love a modern table style. Here are three tips to help you set your next dinner table:
- Use the colors of fall. The colors of autumn include red, orange, and brown as well as yellow and green. Look for these colors in your dishes, napkins, and linens. You can also add fall leaves, pumpkins, and gourds to your centerpieces for added beauty.
- Choose natural materials like wood or stone for your serving pieces or chargers (a flat plate under each place setting).
- Try incorporating foods associated with fall into your menus such as apples, squash, and cranberries!
Conclusion
Now you have some tips for creating a fall table that is interesting and modern. With the right color palette and decor, you can create a table that works for any style or occasion. Don’t be afraid to try something new and experiment with different ideas until you get it right!
