12 cutlery sets that will elevate your dining table and your dinner parties

12 cutlery sets that will elevate your dining table and your dinner parties

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12 cutlery sets that will elevate your dining table and your dinner parties

By Vicky Chandler

1 year ago

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3 min read

From vintage-inspired forks to funky butter knives and even a completely wavy cutlery set – these are our favourite picks of the funkiest and most-chic cutlery sets.


Whether you’re looking to add to your existing collection, upgrade to a brand-new set or just add a few key pieces to your cutlery drawer, these cutlery sets are the perfect way to add a little something to your tableware. Whether spicing up your midweek meal or making an impression on visiting dinner guests, cutlery is a really easy way to elevate that tablescape.

Here are our picks of some of the bests cutlery sets, from funky colours to chic designs. 

best cutlery sets

Pearl Cutlery Set

This Italian cutlery set features a square-cut silver and pearl design, and the lustrous cream and white tones will go perfectly with everything from minimalist tableware to bold, bright tablecloths.

Shop Truffle Tablescapes Pearl Cutlery Set at Glassette, £35

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Bamboo Cutlery Set

These bamboo root-style handles will add a natural yet luxurious feel to any table. These set is particularly perfect for alfresco dinners this summer.

Shop Zara Home Bamboo Cutlery Set, £19.99 

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Pick N Mix Table Knife Set

These funky knives are handmade by a fourth-generation knife-maker in Sheffield, with handles fashioned from 100% plastic waste. With colours including Maldon, Fruit Salad, Space Dust, Whizz and Zap, this is one way to add cool-factor to your table.

Shop Allday Goods Pick N Mix Table Knife Set, £69

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Pompadour Faux Shagreen Cutlery Set in Jade

Pompadour Faux Shagreen Cutlery Set in Jade

Shagreen (a type of rawhide) was the material of choice in 18th Century French courts and this faux version will look super luxe at your next dinner party. We love the jade colour, too.

Shop Oka Pomapdour Faux Shagreen Cutlery Set, £195

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Cutipol Goa Cutlery Set in Gold/Red

Cutipol is a brand favoured by some of the best restaurants in the world, so why not bring a touch of Michelin-starred magic to your next dinner with a sleek set of your own? Available in both gold and silver options, we think this is one set worth the investment.

Shop Cutipol Goa Cutlery Set at Amara, £296

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Popolo Ochre + Purple Cutlery Set

Bring a little of the dolce vita lifestyle to your dinner table with this wonderfully bright set from Popolo, a brand that champions the best of Italian ceramics.

Shop Popolo Ochre + Purple Cutlery Set at Maison Flâneur, £30

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Nkuku Yani Cutlery Set

If your style is more farmhouse chic then this rustic iron cutlery set with its hammered, textured finish will suit the laidback aesthetic just perfectly.

Shop Nkuku Yani Cutlery Set at Fenwick, £185

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FAZEEK Wave Cutlery in Matte Brass

Who ever thought cutlery could be a dinner table conversation starter? Swap your bog-standard style for this wavy set and let the chat commence! The beauty of this set is that it’s completely made from brass, meaning that, over time, you’ll could get the patina effect that occurs naturally on ageing brass.

Shop FAZEEK Wave Cutlery at Coggles, £99 

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Merry+ Brite Bright Vintage Inspired Cutlery Set

This 10-piece set is perfect for vintage lovers and is beautifully kitsch – great for adding colour and vintage flair to your kitchen. 

Shop Merry + Brite Bright Vintage Cutlery Set at Holly & Co, £54

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Randwick Cutlery Set

Inspired by Soho House in Paris, this elegant and traditional cutlery set features a tear-drop edge and twisted rope detail, adding elegance to any tablescape.

Shop Soho Home Randwick Cutlery Set, £340

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Best cutlery sets

Sabichi Star Cutlery Set

This super-cute star-embossed cutlery set is perfect for everyday use, and also those special occasions. The gold finish adds a touch of elegance and uniqueness to everyday stainless silver.

Shop Sabichi Star Cutlery Set at La Redoute, £26

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Hexham Black Cutlery Set

If you’re just after a decent, everyday stainless steel cutlery set with a little extra pizzazz, this black colourway is a great choice.

Shop Dunelm Hexham Black Cutlery Set, £18

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