Dress to impress

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Planning on hosting a supper-time soirée or bottomless brunch? Set a beautiful scene for your gathering with artfully placed, coordinated pieces to ensure a tablescape masterpiece – whatever the occasion

Abstract stoneware pasta bowl set, £17; dinner plates, £4.25 each; Abstract napkins, £10 for four; large serve bowl, £15; nibble bowls, £3.25 each; bamboo serve board, £14; Sahara tumblers, £17 for four; Emerald salt and pepper mills in blue and green, £18; Abstract stoneware teapot, £15; Eva pair of dining chairs, £120; Laurie dining table and bench set, £995; seat cushion, £11, all Habitat
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Marble top cake stand, £46, Wayfair

Cake o’clock

A classic combination of wood and marble makes this shapely cake stand a timeless piece. Pair with a glass cloche for impressive cake displays, use as a fruit holder or even elevate a vase of flowers.

Madame Stoltz seat cushion, £17, Smallable
Seat pad in green, £8 for two, B&M

Three of the best: seat cushions

Soften your guests dining experience, while also adding texture, pattern or a dash of colour, with a chair cushion. This handy accent helps you linger longer over meals.

Paris-rama pepper mill in Pistachio Green and Pacific Blue gloss, £42.99 each, Peugeot

Twist & shake

Make a splash with your seasoning with a glossy and bold pepper shaker. Coming in 12 colours, you can match or clash with your current décor with one of these chefapproved must-haves.

Scalloped side plate, £3.50; three scalloped pinch bowls, £3.50, all Primark

Dish of the day

Stacking up ceramics, like this pretty scalloped tableware, gives height to a table and showcases gorgeous detailing. When planning place settings, layering creates a strong visual impression.

Eco raffia placemat in Sage Green, £15 for two, Ruby & The Angel

A place for everything

This handmade placemat is produced sustainably from raffia paper, making it an ecofriendly choice. But that’s not the only reason we love it – just look at that fringing and glorious sun-bleached tone. Swoon!

Mary striped table runner in Natural Green, £49, Sazy
Las Salinas blue chair cushion, £40, Weaver Green

Tray bon

Oh the versatility of the humble tray. Useful for carrying mugs and plates to laps or tables, it can also function as a fab piece of artwork when displayed upright.

Lilac gingham wooden tray, £25, Talking Tables
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Grounding layer

A runner placed along a table’s length can dramatically change its look, whether used on its own or on top of a tablecloth. Striped detailing leads the eye, elongating the table.

Tablecloth by LF Markey, £120; napkins by LF Markey, £15 each; Ada orange striped vase, £45; terrazzo tumbler, £26; terrazzo jug, £75; plat

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