This is how you set the most beautiful Christmas table – in two styles
The Christmas table is more than just a place to gather – it is the very heart of the home during the holiday season. Whether you want to embrace the traditional or create a more modern and elegant look, there are many ways to make the table both personal and magical. Here we show two inspiring styles that will help you set the right mood: classic and elegant.
The classic Christmas table with red, green, and candlelight sets the mood for a warm and traditional Christmas – exactly as we remember it.
Classic Christmas table – warm, traditional, and timeless
The classic Christmas table is full of colours, tradition, and that good, familiar Christmas atmosphere. Here we let red and green take centre stage, supplemented with natural tones, pine, and candlelight – a style that feels both nostalgic and authentic.
Color palette – red, green, and natural tones
To create the right classic Christmas atmosphere, we combine classic red and green colors and warm beige tones. The colors set a harmonious and inviting frame around the table and give an immediate feeling of Christmas. The color palette is complemented by classic red Christmas flowers that reinforce the warm, traditional atmosphere.
Textiles that set the tone
A light tablecloth in linen or cotton provides a calm base, while red napkins add that warm, traditional expression to the table. Small details in green help to tie the table decorations together.
Green that ties the table together
A lush garland of pine creates a natural centerpiece. Together with hyacinths, small cones, and classic Christmas decorations, the whole ensemble becomes a tribute to nature's role in Christmas.
Light and glow
Red antique candles and sphere candles in candlesticks of different heights provide a soft, warm light that gives the table both atmosphere and life.
Elegant Christmas table – luxurious, modern, and warm
In the elegant style, we let forest green, burgundy red, brown, gold, and shimmering details create a more sophisticated look – without losing the warmth. This is the style for those who want a modern and luxurious atmosphere.
A palette with depth and serenity
The dark green tablecloth provides a dramatic and stylish starting point. Upon it, white tableware and glass reflect the light from lanterns and string lights – giving the table a warm and exclusive glow. The color palette is elevated by the flowers in apricot and cream tones, which give the table a soft, modern, and exclusive look.
Flowers that accentuate the look
Amaryllis in warm apricot, white flowers, and hyacinths in pots create a table with good contrasts and vibrant details. The combination of large and small plants provides depth and an elegant interplay in the expression.
Shimmer, metal, and soft materials
Candle holders, small decorative trees, and natural materials such as cones and green leaves give a sophisticated, yet grounded touch. The string lights intertwine through the decorations and provide a soft, glittering overall impression.
Napkins as small works of art
Beige fabric napkins tied with deep green velvet ribbons turn each place setting into a small, thoughtful detail. It adds an exclusive and modern feel to the table.
Bows – the trend detail that ties the styles together
Regardless of whether you choose classic or elegant, there is one detail that really elevates the Christmas table this season: bows.
On the classic table, we use traditional red bows, which give a warm and nostalgic feeling.
On the elegant table, we go for deep green velvet bows, a modern and luxurious variation that perfectly matches the table's expression.
Bows are one of the biggest trends this year, and they make it easy to tie all the Christmas decorations in the home together. The bows reappear in everything from pots and vases to napkins, gifts, and Christmas tree decorations – small details that together create a cohesive, warm, and personal Christmas atmosphere throughout the house.
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