{"id":4697,"date":"2021-12-19T18:31:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-19T18:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/?p=4697"},"modified":"2021-12-21T14:43:10","modified_gmt":"2021-12-21T14:43:10","slug":"10-christmas-table-setting-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/inspiration-and-theory\/10-christmas-table-setting-ideas","title":{"rendered":"10 Christmas Table Setting Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Christmas is a wonderful time to experiment with different interior styles and looks. Here are 10 Christmas table setting ideas to inspire you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dark and moody<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A dark grey tablecloth, vintage crystalware and a stunning (but simple to recreate), twig and bauble decoration create gothic style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-dining-Chalk-Paint-in-Athenian-Black-and-Old-White-baubles-in-Emperors-Silk-and-Paris-Grey-Linen-Union-table-cloth-Lifestyle-Portrait-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"767\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-dining-Chalk-Paint-in-Athenian-Black-and-Old-White-baubles-in-Emperors-Silk-and-Paris-Grey-Linen-Union-table-cloth-Lifestyle-Portrait-2-767x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-dining-Chalk-Paint-in-Athenian-Black-and-Old-White-baubles-in-Emperors-Silk-and-Paris-Grey-Linen-Union-table-cloth-Lifestyle-Portrait-2-767x1024.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-dining-Chalk-Paint-in-Athenian-Black-and-Old-White-baubles-in-Emperors-Silk-and-Paris-Grey-Linen-Union-table-cloth-Lifestyle-Portrait-2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-dining-Chalk-Paint-in-Athenian-Black-and-Old-White-baubles-in-Emperors-Silk-and-Paris-Grey-Linen-Union-table-cloth-Lifestyle-Portrait-2-768x1025.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-dining-Chalk-Paint-in-Athenian-Black-and-Old-White-baubles-in-Emperors-Silk-and-Paris-Grey-Linen-Union-table-cloth-Lifestyle-Portrait-2-1151x1536.jpg 1151w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-dining-Chalk-Paint-in-Athenian-Black-and-Old-White-baubles-in-Emperors-Silk-and-Paris-Grey-Linen-Union-table-cloth-Lifestyle-Portrait-2-1535x2048.jpg 1535w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-dining-Chalk-Paint-in-Athenian-Black-and-Old-White-baubles-in-Emperors-Silk-and-Paris-Grey-Linen-Union-table-cloth-Lifestyle-Portrait-2.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 767px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.anniesloan.com\">Annie Sloan<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vintage minimalism<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A mix matched collection of chairs, simple paper decorations and foraged greenery is simple but effective. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-2.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-2-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-2-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-2-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-2-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-2.jpeg 952w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.amara.com\">Amara<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simply white<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Frosted white decorations, a white hide rug and simple white tableware give this an ethereal look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara.jpeg 952w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.amara.com\">Amara<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pretty rustic <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another easy idea to steal. Dried fruit and herbs give this tablescape a rustic look &#8211; and I bet it smells wonderful too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-Dining-Wall-Floor-Old-White-Table-White-Wax-Olive-Chairs-Country-Grey-Ticking-Potato-Printing-Portrait.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-Dining-Wall-Floor-Old-White-Table-White-Wax-Olive-Chairs-Country-Grey-Ticking-Potato-Printing-Portrait-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-Dining-Wall-Floor-Old-White-Table-White-Wax-Olive-Chairs-Country-Grey-Ticking-Potato-Printing-Portrait-768x1025.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-Dining-Wall-Floor-Old-White-Table-White-Wax-Olive-Chairs-Country-Grey-Ticking-Potato-Printing-Portrait-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-Dining-Wall-Floor-Old-White-Table-White-Wax-Olive-Chairs-Country-Grey-Ticking-Potato-Printing-Portrait-1151x1536.jpg 1151w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Annie-Sloan-Christmas-Dining-Wall-Floor-Old-White-Table-White-Wax-Olive-Chairs-Country-Grey-Ticking-Potato-Printing-Portrait.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.anniesloan.com\">Annie Sloan<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scandi chic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A rustic table, sheepskin rugs and lots of wood and dark grey velvet give this table setting a lovely Nordic winter vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Neptune-Scandi.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Neptune-Scandi-1024x732.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4702\" width=\"768\" height=\"549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Neptune-Scandi-1024x732.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Neptune-Scandi-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Neptune-Scandi-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Neptune-Scandi-1536x1097.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Neptune-Scandi.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.neptune.com\">Neptune<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sophisticated simplicity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sophisticated and sexy, this tablescape uses velvet and linen in dark colours, etched glassware and candlelight to create a look that is stylish yet simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Contemporary-Christmas-3-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Contemporary-Christmas-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4703\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Contemporary-Christmas-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Contemporary-Christmas-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Contemporary-Christmas-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Contemporary-Christmas-3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Contemporary-Christmas-3-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image: <a href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaudall.com\">Rebecca Udall<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Perfectly simple<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A look that many of us can recreate. White tableware and linen, simple glassware and sprigs of greenery from the garden &#8211; perfection!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/White-Company-8.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/White-Company-8-1024x772.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4704\" width=\"768\" height=\"579\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/White-Company-8-1024x772.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/White-Company-8-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/White-Company-8-768x579.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/White-Company-8.jpg 1253w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thewhitecompany.com\">The White Company<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sexy glam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dark colours, a fabulous feather wreath, fur rugs and animal print throws make this table setting glamorous yet comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-4.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-4-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4705\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-4-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-4-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-4-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amara-4.jpeg 952w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.amara.com\">Amara<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Monochrome mood<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes black and white is all you need. Black lanterns and candlesticks, sprigs of berries and pretty black ribbons on white napkins are all simple ideas to steal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Chalk-Pink-Linen-Company-1-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Chalk-Pink-Linen-Company-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4706\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Chalk-Pink-Linen-Company-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Chalk-Pink-Linen-Company-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Chalk-Pink-Linen-Company-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Chalk-Pink-Linen-Company-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Chalk-Pink-Linen-Company-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image: <a href=\"http:\/\/chalkpinklinencompany.co.uk\">The Chalk Pink Linen Company<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Charmingly cute<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This dog embellished linen makes a charming backdrop for this canine lovers table setting. Grey and gold is a winning festive combination too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sophie-Allport--scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sophie-Allport--1024x674.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4707\" width=\"768\" height=\"506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sophie-Allport--1024x674.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sophie-Allport--300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sophie-Allport--768x506.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sophie-Allport--1536x1011.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Sophie-Allport--2048x1348.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Image: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sophieallport.com\">Sophie Allport<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope this has given you some ideas for your Christmas table this year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas is a wonderful time to experiment with different interior styles and looks. 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