With the change of seasons comes fall entertaining, and soon enough, calendars will be filled with events leading up to Christmas. Thanksgiving or even a delicious dinner with friends is the perfect reason to decorate your dining space!
1. Fall colour palette ideas
To capture the colours of the season, use deep oranges, burgundies, soft olives, and rich caramels. Combine them to create a colourful yet elegant expression of the harvest’s bounty.
Layer these colours with textures, greenery, twinkle lights, and twine to create a beautiful centerpiece that runs down the middle of your table.
2. Add candlelight for instant ambience
Candles, whether real or faux, can make a dramatic difference in the look and feel of a table. With taper candles, use multiple groups to create a dramatic effect rather than just a pair. With pillar candles, use varying heights and widths to fill the table’s center.
3. Create a simple, seasonal centerpiece
You don’t need to buy an expensive centerpiece to make your table stand out. For an authentic fall harvest feel, use an old wooden bowl filled with apples and greenery. This simple touch adds height without blocking the view of guests across the table. It’s understated yet festive — perfect for the season of plenty.
4. Mix and match table settings
To create a table that feels both elegant and relaxed, combine casual and polished dishware. Mix your everyday plates with special, more decorative ones for a refined yet effortless look.
For instance, pair wicker chargers with gold-rimmed dinner plates and black earthenware for the main course. This approach makes cleanup easy while keeping the overall tablescape warm and inviting.
5. DIY napkin rings with natural details
Make your own napkin rings using wooden beads and decorate them with dried orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and sprigs of rosemary. The fragrance and visual charm will delight your guests — no matter what’s on the menu!
Be creative, and don’t feel compelled to follow any strict rules for tablescaping! Mix and match, use what you already have, and incorporate natural elements.
All these combined make for a beautiful and delicious table ready for friends and family this autumn season.
