Chic and Eye-Catching Christmas Table Decor Step by Step

The Christmas table decoration has to come close to perfection. They can be traditional or modern, rustic or Victorian chic. There is no specific rule to determine what is right or wrong. However, dinner is the pinnacle of the Christmas celebration (at least for us, adults), and the preparations for it can be quite a challenge, from the moment you decide on the decoration to how you are going to set up the table. We have come with tips for you to get inspired and add your touch of creativity to commemoration table.

Colors

Red is the most traditional Christmas color. Image Source: Loversiq Design — Red is the most traditional Christmas color. Image Source: Home Design Ideas

You can stick with the traditional colors - red, green and gold, or, depending on the style you chose, you can dare to do something different and innovate with a combination of colors such as silver and black, red and brown, blue and gold.

Those who chose a clean decoration should invest on white, with details in any of the above-mentioned colors.

A few colors must be avoided like orange, pink and yellow.

Details

Invest in accessories to add elegance. Image Source: Home Design Trend — Invest in accessories to add elegance. Image Source: Pinterest

Accessories such as candlesticks, candle holders, arrangements and ribbons on napkins add elegance to any table, doesn’t matter the style. But be careful with the size of the arrangement in order not to disturb the flow of conversation among the guests.

As far as candles, for the table you should avoid the aromatic ones, since they may mess up with the food served.

There is no problem using flowers at the table but if you already have a centerpiece arrangement they are dispensable.

Tablecloth and Dining Set

Choose a discreet tablecloth and have your dishware combine with the decor. Image Source: In My Interior — Choose a discreet tablecloth and have your dishware combine with the decor. Image Source: G ood House Keeping

Choose a very discreet and beautiful tablecloth without vibrant or exaggerated prints. To avoid any mistake, go with a plain white one.

The dishware should harmonize with the whole decor scheme. White ceramic or porcelain dishes are always a good choice. Red wine glasses and golden items are perfect with almost any style and they bring out the best of Christmas spirit.

Don’t Be Shy with the Theme Chosen:

Do not hesitate to use things saved from previous Christmases. Image Source: Luxury Restaurant Guide — Do not hesitate to use things saved from previous Christmases. Image Source: Style Estate

Do not hesitate to use things saved from previous Christmases and try to adapt them into new decoration. Give the Christmas touch with ornaments, ribbons, candles and Santa figures.

A small Christmas tree can always make a good centerpiece.

Start planning your Christmas table decor now. In order to get inspired check our selection of centerpieces and tables decorated for this celebration.

Red and Silver, Simple and Traditional

This is a red and silver simple decoration that won't cost you much. Image Source: BlogQPot

Copper, White and Wood

Copper and White harmonizes to perfection with the wooden chairs. Image Source: House Beautiful — Copper and White harmonizes to perfection with the wooden chairs. Image Source: S tyle Estate

Ornaments tied to the back of chairs are a special touch of uniqueness to the table decor that mixes copper and white, harmonizing beautifully with the wooden chairs.

Mirror and Faux-Snow

This table decor uses a mirror as the base for the centerpiece. Image Source: Good Life of Design — This table decor uses a mirror as the base for the centerpiece. Image Source: Pinterest

This elegant table decor uses a mirror and faux snow as a centerpiece, combining with crystal candle holders and silver pine cones.

All White

And we hope all your Christmases be white. Image Source: Birds Party

This all white Christmas Table Decor is a sure bet. There’s no way to go wrong and it sends out a peaceful and harmonic, yet elegant, message.

Victorian

A Victorian style Christmas table will have a plaid tablecloth, gigantic candlesticks, red wine glasses and of course, many candles, since there was no electricity in Victorian times.

Flowers

The flower arrangement dispenses further decortation. Image Source: Home Design Trend — The flower arrangement dispenses further decoration. Image Source: D ecoist

This is a perfect way of using flowers as a centerpiece arrangement. Note that when using flowers not much more is necessary on the table, just the napkin ribbons and the dining set are enough. The rest of the decor goes behind, with the Christmas trees and the angel figures combining.

Plain and Simple Christmas

Elegant details. Image Source: Nice Soul 101 — Elegant details. Image Source: E verything About Design

Little details make great decor and little gestures make elegance. Offering the menu to your guests before dinner is a proof of elegance, and the way it's arranged in this picture is pure sophistication.

Rustic

Using Mason Jars as candle holders is a great idea for a rustic Christmas dinner decor. A small log of wood supporting the mason jar is the centerpiece.

Rustic Plus Plaid

Arrangements tied to the chairs make sure it's Christmas. Image Source: Nano Buffet — Arrangements tied to the chairs make sure it's Christmas. Image Source: Tip Junkie

Plaid goes well with wood, so it’s great for any rustic decoration. Arrangements tied to the back of the chair make sure it’s Christmas time.

Silver, White and Blue

Silver, White, and Blue is one of the most elegant combinations. These ornaments are beautiful.

Elegant with Flowers

The choice of colors is remarkable. Image Source: Christmas Snydle — The choice of colors is remarkable. Image Source: Top Dreamer

Flowers are definitely a great option for any Christmas Table Decoration. On this table, they make these beautiful centerpieces along with the superb candlesticks. The choice of colors is remarkable.

No matter what style you choose, make sure you put all your love in such a rewarding project, after all, if you were granted this responsibility, it's an absolute sign that you are the centerpiece of your family or group of friends.

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