Innehållsförteckning för Southern Tablesettings 2022 från Southern Lady

BEVY OF BLOOMS A bold floral wallpaper lends an ambience that captures the elegance of an indoor tea party while also bringing in the beauty of the outdoors. Almost as if it’s efflorescing from the table, a runner of tulips, sweetheart roses, peonies, butterfly ranunculus, carnations, variegated pittosporum, seeded eucalyptus, and lush greenery cascades down its center. China trimmed in pale pink and gold lends a hint of sparkle. NATURAL DELIGHTS At center stage, the profusion of flora and foliage is interspersed with vintage accents and clear glass vases of varied heights overflowing with even more blooms. The subtle patina and charming avian adornments of assorted decorative birdcages add depth and distinction to the vivid display. Rosy napkins nestled in bud-style rings enhance the air of femininity, as polished golden…

SHARE THE HARVEST As sunlight warms a dewy morning, gather dear friends for an excursion to a local berry orchard to pick the lush bounty. While it may be tempting to snack as you work, save your appetite for a berry-inspired luncheon set amid the rows of brambles and bushes. A hand-blocked tablecloth bearing a French wildflower motif offers the perfect backdrop for the repast, while turquoise-rimmed cartons of blueberries and blackberries add a farm-fresh air. A centerpiece of foraged blooms echoes the colors, from ivory and pink to deep purple, found in the burgeoning berries clinging to the vine. Whimsical flatware shows off a bouquet of its own to round out the fetching display. GRACIOUS PLENITUDE Red-and-white linens and a wire container lend a casual ambience to this outdoor…

ROOTED IN BRILLIANCE Relishing the interlude between summertime’s splendor and autumn’s arrival, set a table for four amid the lush foliage of an elegant, well-stocked conservatory. Bamboo bistro chairs and a floral tablecloth layered atop a neutral linen are natural choices for a cozy, open-air space that brims with potted pretties and leafy delights. For the place settings, build upon wooden chargers with all-white dinner plates and ceramic dishes that reprise the bright green leafage housed within and poised just outside in the September breeze. Dappled sunlight dances around the room, glinting off gilded candlesticks and leaving lively plants awash in its glow. EARTHY ALLURE A footed gold vessel overflows with a mélange of blossoms and branches: ombré dahlias, ‘Gold Plate’ yarrow, indigo love-in-a-mist, burgundy amaranth, and plenty of purple…

A HUSH FALLS The quietude of a winter afternoon settles over the room as dear confidantes nestle in for a cozy respite near the hearth. A textural taupe linen puddles on the floor, crowned by a pale topper and matching napkins that bear embroidered sprays of pine. Snow-white flowers like orchids, tea roses, and tulips brighten the scene, set off by soft tufts of pussy willow. A swag of greenery swoops across the mantel, anchored by clusters of oversize pine cones and curls of cream-hued ribbon. EVERGREEN IDYLL Fanciful pine cone and bough motifs grace handcrafted Italian china, echoing the pristine outdoor setting that lies just beyond the windows. Simple pewter chargers, flatware, and serveware lend a muted sheen; dinner plates the color of café au lait add luster without…

FLUSH WITH FINERY Royal Albert’s exquisitely feminineLady Carlyle pattern takes on an informal air with a textured woven place mat atop a crisp eyelet tablecloth. A periwinkle napkin highlights the design, softened by a dogwood blossom and gauzy swirl of ribbon. (Opposite) Achieve a sophisticated backdrop with Herend’s Indian Basket multicolor salad plate set upon a white dinner dish with an ever-so-slight fringe of glittering gold. Fanciful etched glasses mimic a lively centerpiece punctuated by sleek silverware that hints at the elevated occasion. GARDEN DREAMS Like an Impressionist painting brimming with pure pigments, energetic pinks and purples interspersed with yellow and green play up the vibrancy of Alhambra china by Philippe Deshoulieres. A handcrafted capiz shell place mat in magenta accentuates the gleam of the platinum-border dinner plate, and a…

REASON TO REJOICE At the peak of springtime, convening on the porch for an Easter repast is truly splendid thanks to Mother Nature’s grand awakening. Draw inspiration for the tabletop from all this season offers, spanning pastel-tinted eggs, prismatic florals, and greenery galore. Pink ceramic dinner plates gently reprise the billowing centerpiece of lavender roses, pink and white peonies, tulips, and scabiosas. Edged in a motif of ivy garland and ribbons, Ceralene’s Festivities salad dish and teacup lend lovely contrast that accentuates forest-green wicker host chairs and two-tone throw pillows (page 14). Woven napkin rings and rattan place mats balance the sophisticated china and other fine accessories, like sterling silver flatware and embossed glasses. INVITING FRILLS Artful flora swirls across the tablecloth, making way for a parade of well-appointed top…

SHORELINE VISIONS Gentle ocean breezes lure guests to a shoreside table elegantly swathed in aquamarine décor and nautical baubles that amplify the rejuvenating aura of the beach. Distinctive sea glass is reimagined as dinnerware edged with delicate gold brushstrokes, an apropos anchor for the vignette. Against a whitewashed surface, pale-blue fringed linens and crocheted place mats soften the scene, allowing antique-inspired candleholders and seafaring finds to mingle in harmony. FANCIFUL DETAILS Posed along the length of the table, white and turquoise vases in assorted shapes display cream and pink dahlias, sunset-hued ranunculus, willowy delphinium, seeded eucalyptus, and dusty miller. Handwritten place cards tucked into pewter shells extend a personal touch, while teal pillar candles and votives taking the form of oceanside treasures are ready to cast a glow long after…

DAZZLING FALL Bask in the shimmer of a ginkgo’s flamboyant canopy as radiant light filters through the fan-shaped leaves upon a tranquil table set for sharing precious time with friends. Clear goblets with a frosted ring evoke chilly days to come, while smoke gray water glasses and pearlescent flatware lend a placid quality shored up by the four stately white columns of The Mitchell House near Alabama’s Lake Martin. BRIGHT RENDEZVOUS Adorn your open-air fête with distinctive pieces that draw upon the essence of the milieu. A neutral palette lets nature speak boldly as a scene of soaring wild fowl adorns a bowl framed by a creamy dinner plate and a shining golden charger—a nod to the regal tree. The avian motif is repeated with feathered napkin rings holding vine-embroidered…

SUBTLE MAJESTY Enliven winter’s muted months with a candlelit tablescape brightened by blossoms and set against a frosty palette with regal dashes of plum throughout. A white dinner plate swirled with elegant silver blooms shines as the star of each place setting, its metallic notes echoed in the beaded rims of salad plates, goblets in crackled platinum, and timber-textured place mats. Touches of purple found in stemless glasses and napkins lend depth, but the palette truly comes to life at the center of the display. Arrangements of snapdragons, calla lilies, and dahlias, along with pussy willow, rosemary, and lamb’s ear, mingle with tapers and votives while bulbs in glass cloches hint of the coming spring.…

COVER See Amid the Blossoms FLOWERING FELLOWSHIP Pages 7–12: Royal Tettau Elegance Rose footed cup and saucer set with pink and gold trim and Christian Lacroix Follement (gold trim) service plate in ivory; Replacements, Ltd. Hawthorne Gilt dinner plate in gold; Caskata. Pleated linen napkin in blush; Deborah Rhodes. Hibiscus Glass Green Bud Vase; Vietri. EASTER JOY ALFRESCO Pages 13–18: Boho napkin in blush; Kim Seybert. Round Natural Corn Husk place mats and Pandan Basket Weave napkin rings; World Market. Rose tablecloth; Hammett. Ceralene Festivities salad plate and flat cup and saucer set, Reed & Barton Tara sterling silver flatware, and Herend Blue Garland pierced plate; Replacements, Ltd. Vintage Etched wineglass; Williams Sonoma. MOTHER’S DAY MEMORIES Pages 19–24: Venice all-purpose clear glass; Beatriz Ball. Scallop pique napkin in pink; Deborah…

BLISSFUL TRADITION The month of May calls for paying tribute to the women who care unconditionally, who dry tears and encourage smiles, who infuse life with laughter and love. As sunlight pours through floor-to-ceiling windows, ready a laid-back space for a few hours of togetherness. Keep the table design delicate and unfussy with a gossamer foundation of heirloom lace. Borrowing from the verdancy outside, layer accoutrements of green and ivory punctuated by brillant pink and soft peach flowers. Distinguish an exclusive seat for your family’s matriarch with a silver cone-shaped vessel full of prolific blooms that mirror the tabletop’s cheerful centerpiece. TIMELESS RECOLLECTIONS Miniature frames with name cards keep company with cherished photographs displayed nearby to personalize the occasion. Hung from her chairback, a ruffled garden rose accompanied by peach…

PLEIN AIR MAGIC Take advantage of summer’s splendor unfolding all around with a table set in a prismatic and perfumed flower field at its peak. What better homage to the surrounds than a parade of petite bouquets? Glass bud vases form a runner atop a blue chambray tablecloth layered with a white cutwork linen and fringed napkins. PETALS GALORE Mismatched china emphasizes the natural beauty close by, as each dish is ornamented with stylized florets and artfully rendered garden scenes. Delicate posies adorn sterling flatware handles; hand-painted place cards, affixed with satin ribbon and tucked with a white tulip, bid guests welcome. Scalloped glassware adds an appropriate ruffle. Feature flowers, including zinnias, peonies, roses, lisianthus, and scabiosas, lend a burst of lively textures and hues that enhance the outlook with…

CHROMATIC SHOWCASE Each year, fall arrives with a leisure that grants us time to bid summer goodbye. Capitalize on this beautiful spell, and host an affair that echoes both the vibrance of lingering bounty and the rich hues of the harvest to come. Set the scene with layered linens, using the top cloth to introduce a multicolored palette by way of an oversize floral print that harmonizes with a mix of complementary china patterns, such as Wedgwood’s Kutani Crane and Mottahedeh’s Sacred Bird & Butterfly. Golden pears welcome each guest with personalized place cards for a finishing touch. SPIRITED SETUP At the heart of the presentation, vivid blossoms burst forth from a rustic copper vessel, its antique patina enhancing the warm tones of roses, dahlias, carnations, zinnias, mums, and liquidambar.…

CHEERS TO THE SEASON Defy the idea of a dreary January and throw a party to bring merriment to the calendar’s chilliest span of time. Borrow from winter’s naturally refined environs for a glamorous tablescape that relies on sparkle and shine instead of color. Cool white sets the tone, paired with metallics that glisten against flickering candles and notes of blush and beige. A striking marble table suits the scheme; rather than cover it with a linen, gather gauzy fabric around the centerpiece to soften the flow. Ruffled dinnerware creates a textured finish that adds dimension to the monochromatic display, as do lustrous place mats and napkins with a swirled motif that coalesces with the organic tabletop. On a nearby buffet, a bottle of bubbly cools atop a tray adorned…