The Fall Tablescape
Transport your guests to a place of pared-back beauty, where
the luxuries are simple and natural, and the textures tactile
and welcoming; this is a tablescape that embraces the calm
and reflection of the change in season. Think earthenware
materials, plaid patterns, sumptuous textiles, and simple
ceramics. With the pomp and splendour of soon-to-arrive
holiday festivities, this is an opportunity to create an
unassuming, classic tabletop for your fall dinner; warming,
comfort food and gently fragranced, flickering candles are
the foil to the checked tablecloth and classic flatware that
adorn the table.
The furniture, too, should be kept modest: let the classic
shape and textures of an oak Bentwood chair naturally
complement the rustic, untreated wooden table. If the
temperature still allows, make the most of the alfresco
entertaining by giving guests coordinated throws to keep
them warm come sundown–create atmosphere with gentle
lighting and a crackling fire.
1.
Will’s tip! With their simplistic
style and form, wooden spools
make for perfect placeholders
in a fall tablescape. Make your
own, or buy these from BHLDN.
2.
3.
Will’s tip! Add whimsy and
interest to your soirée table with
unexpected takes on classic fall
items, such as this wire pumpkin.
5.
4.
1. Cotton reel placename holders,
BHLDN, $12.00
bhldn.com
2. Wire pumpkin, Terrain, $22.00
shopterrain.com
3. Seabourne
flatware, Anthropologie, $94.00
anthropologie.eu
4. Kieran table,
Jayson Home and Garden, $2,495.00
jaysonhomeandgarden.com
5. Birch
votives, Rowen & Wren, from $13.00
rowenandwren.co.uk
