How to Set the Perfect Holiday Table

The holidays are just around the corner, which means entertaining is in full swing. Perhaps one of the most fun parts of hosting is crafting your tablescape. With everyone gathered around, setting the perfect holiday table sets the mood for the whole event and can create a truly picture-perfect ambiance. 

Bering’s is here to be your one-stop shop this holiday season, from the table to under the tree. If you’re ready to design the holiday table of your dreams, here’s where to start. Let your holiday artistic juices flow.

Start with a Festive Foundation

Build your table from the ground up! Start with the table linens. For Thanksgiving, layer your table with Sferra’s fine linen runners and napkins in tones like sage, red, and natural. For Christmas, bring in the holiday spirit with Juliska’s Christmas-themed linens, such as Heidi, featuring festive reds and greens. Add texture and style with Deborah Rhodes placemats, perfect for any holiday gathering.

Dashing Dinnerware

Set your table with the timeless beauty of Herend dinnerware, from elegant plates to bowls, known for its intricate designs that transition perfectly from Thanksgiving to Christmas. For a more festive look, mix in holiday accent plates from Juliska or chargers to reflect the season’s charm.

Flatware with a Flair

The holidays are the time to break out your most elegant, luxurious flatware. Use Couzon Le Perle flatware to add a touch of luxury to your holiday table, with its delicate pearl-like detailing fitting both Thanksgiving feasts and Christmas dinners. Ensure each place setting is complete with a knife, fork, and spoon to enhance your table’s symmetry and style.

Toast in Style

There are lots of reasons to raise a glass all year-long, but particularly during the holiday season. Be sure your guests can toast in style with holiday glassware. For both Thanksgiving and Christmas, Waterford stemware is the perfect choice, offering stunning crystal pieces for celebratory toasts. Pair wine and water glasses to create a sophisticated, cohesive setting that complements your holiday décor.

Festive Finishing Touches

One must not forget the napkins and accompanying rings. For Thanksgiving, go with Sferra’s warm-toned solid linen napkins paired with Kim Seybert napkin rings for a rustic yet elegant table. For Christmas, switch to Juliska’s holiday-inspired napkins, finished with festive Kim Seybert rings for an extra pop of sparkle.

Center Yourself

It’s easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of the season, and one must always center themselves. So must your table! Centerpieces are essential during Thanksgiving and Christmas to bring the whole look together. For Thanksgiving, create a centerpiece with autumnal flowers arranged in the Juliska Stag Vase. For Christmas, bring in a more wintery feel with Simon Pearce handcrafted glass trees.

Bring it All Together with Accessories

Last, add those final holiday touches to truly make your table sparkle. Add some charm and personality with accessories that accentuate the festive vibe of the affair. Incorporate Juliska Squirrell salt and pepper shakers in nature-inspired designs for Thanksgiving. Finish off your holiday table with place cards from Bering’s stationery department, giving each guest a personalized touch and adding a polished, thoughtful element to your décor.