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11 Christmas tablescape accessories that are both festive and chic

4 months ago

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Decorating the table for Christmas is one of life’s great pleasures, and these festive home accessories will make tablescaping a breeze.

Even if you’re not a tinsel-and-fairy-lights fan, we can surely all agree that decorating the house has got to be one of the most exciting parts of Christmas. And if you happen to be hosting over the festive period, creating a Christmassy tablescape is the perfect way to inject some festive style into the proceedings.

Whether you like to throw yourself into the kitschness of Christmas (because after all, if you can’t be a bit camp at Christmas, when can you?) or you prefer your festive decor to be an understated nod to the season, we’ve got tablescaping accessories to suit all tastes. And if you’re not hosting the big day this year, any of these picks would make a great gift.

Whether it’s Christmassy crockery, table linens in a festive hue, or some sparkling glassware, get into the Christmas spirit with these picks.

Oliver Bonas star-shaped gold candlestick holders, set of 3

For a starry night, these gold-coloured candlestick holders will bring a touch of Christmas glam to the table. Available as a set of three, they’d pair perfectly with a colour tapered candle of any colour, but especially classic white or festive red and green.

Shop Oliver Bonas star gold candlestick holders, set of three, £19.50

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Spode Christmas tree side plates, set of 4

The charming vintage-style Christmas tree illustration on these Spode side plates is a classic that’s been well-loved since it was first designed in 1938. The joyful depiction of a Christmas tree laden with baubles and topped with a Santa Claus is also available across a wide range of tableware, including bowls, mugs and cutlery. Novelty Christmas tableware doesn’t get much better.

Shop Spode Christmas tree side plates at Dunelm, set of 4, £50

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Paoletti green pomegranate table placemats, set of 4

The pomegranate is a symbol of Christmas in Greece, so celebrate the Greek tradition with this eye-catching set of placemats. In a festive red and green design, these placemats nod to the traditional Christmas colour palette we’re used to without screaming Christmas, so they could be used all year round, too.

Shop Paoletti green pomegranate table placemats at Next, set of 4, £16

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The White Company black ribbon napkin bows, set of 6

Bows are big in fashion right now, so why not bring the trend to your Christmas table, too? These napkin ties adorned with black velvet ribbon bows add a sophisticated edge.

Shop The White Company black ribbon napkin bows, set of 6, £15

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Emma Bridgewater oblong fairy lights plate

Canapes never looked so good served upon this delightful platter. The fairy lights design is a festive favourite among Emma Bridgewater fans – if you fall in love with the design you can also purchase it across mugs, plates and more.

Shop Emma Bridgewater fairy lights medium oblong plate, £55

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H&M frill-trimmed table runner

A forest green table runner is the perfect base to any Christmas tablescape. Mimicking the forest floor, gold and silver accessories would pop against this linen-cotton blend with added frills for a flourish at either end of the table.

Shop H&M frill-trimmed table runner, £12.99

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Spicer & Wood enchanted forest large bowl

Winter berries and red and white candy stripes adorn this serving bowl, and it would make the perfect vessel for roast potatoes, vegetables or a winter salad. Handmade in Portugal, this ceramic bowl is worthy of any festive table – and then we’d use it as a fruit bowl to keep admiring it after dinner.

Shop Spicer & Wood enchanted forest large bowl, £40

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Sostrene Grene twisted candles

Twisty tapered candles are a favourite of any good tablescaper, and the deep mulberry hue of these ones is perfect for evoking a cosy, wintry vibe. For a festive twinkle, simply pop them into gold candle holders (like the Oliver Bonas ones above).

Shop Sostrene Grene twisted candles, £4.68

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John Lewis etched star glass champagne flute

No one will be able to refuse a glass of bubbles (or Nosecco) when served in this delightful starry flute. The perfect accessory to elevate drinks-and-nibbles night over the festive season.

Shop John Lewis etched star glass champagne flute, £10

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Anthropologie ‘12 Days Of Christmas’ cotton napkins, set of 12

For the maximalists out there, these cotton napkins by Thai artist Phannapast Taychamaythakool depict the 12 days of Christmas to charming effect. They’re almost too beautiful to mop your mouth with (but don’t worry – they’re machine-washable if you do).

Shop Anthropologie twelve days of Christmas cotton napkins, set of 12, £76

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Ginger Ray Nordic white wire Christmas tree placecard holder, set of 4

Perfect for those who enjoy a table plan, these place card holders are great for minimalists who want to nod to Christmas in an understated way. Make sure to place on top of a coloured napkin to really set them off.

Shop Ginger Ray nordic white wire Christmas tree place card holder, set of 4, £7.99

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