17 Festive Accents to Brighten Any Holiday Table

Whether setting a table for two or entertaining a select few, these delightful pieces by Lobmeyr, Tom Dixon, Cassina, and more will add glamour to holiday gatherings no matter the size

Colorful, elegant table setting with floral centerpiece, patterned plates, silverware, and a detailed menu in the center.
Bisette’s pop-up, the Box, offers festive holiday pieces like embroidered bow napkins and matching placecards, handblown glasses, and the treat-filled Happy Christmas crackers. Photo: Courtesy of Bisette

Holiday parties and New Year’s Eve toasts may look a little different this year, but that’s no reason to forgo the magic of a beautiful tablescape, a decadent menu, and a glass (or three) of special occasion Champagne. In fact, now more than ever, it’s important to make every meal an event, even if it’s for a guest list of two. Go on—break out the china, light the candles, and celebrate the end of 2020.

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17 Festive Accents to Brighten Any Holiday Table

Bisette cofounders Bradley Agather and Eden Delaune have launched The Box, an e-tail boutique within their online platform thatu2019s a festive mix of party-perfect pieces, including this vintage punch bowl set, which includes a tray, ladle, and 12 cups.

Photograph by Courtesy of Bisette

Architect Le Corbusieru2019s legacy lives on through the Fondation Le Corbusieru2019s longstanding relationship with Cassina. Among the selection of architectural furnishing is a delightful dish-ware set, produced in collaboration with Ginori 1735. New this year, the white porcelain Service Prunier includes a plate, soup dish, dessert plate, and coffee cup with saucer.

Photograph by Courtesy of Cassina

This galactic collection of Lobmeyr candy dishes, available at Collecto, makes a beautiful centerpiece when filled with holiday berries and greenery or enhances any bar cart with nuts, olives, and other savory bites.

While everyone wants to be on Santau2019s nice list, the naughty names are always the life of a party. Here, guests of either variety can find their seat at the table with these elegantly tongue-in-cheek placecards by Dear Annabelle.

Photograph by Courtesy of Dear Annabelle

Eerdmans New York is a hidden gem filled with treasures, particularly during its annual Holiday Bazaar. Browse chintz-covered decorative objets from the Buatta Boutique then stock up on unique tableware, like these sterling silver Coral and Coquille lobster harpoons by Janie Kruse Garnett.

The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundationu2019s holiday shop is brimming with unique gifts that capture the famed architectu2019s iconic style. Included in the array of ornaments and cufflinks, game sets, and glassware is this selection of serving spoons and cutting boards by Epicurean for Crate & Barrel.

Photograph by Courtesy of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation

These graceful Lilly brass candlesticks by sculptor Ivar Alenius Bjork originally debuted at the 1939 Worldu2019s Fair, but are as regal today in a reissued design by Skultuna. Each purchase made at the Philip Johnson Glass Houseu2019s store helps support the preservation of the Connecticut landmark.

Photograph by Andy Romer

Peppered throughout newly launched Italian beauty purveyor Mozzafiatou2019s curated collection of skincare and fragrance is a delectable selection of home goods, including these picturesque plates by Ortigia Sicilia, which come in their own eye-catching tin.

Photograph by Courtesy of Mozzafiato

Japan-based glassblower Keiko Lee hand-makes all of her graceful glassware using a combination of air-blown and mold-form techniques. Her collection of cocktail glasses, shot glasses, snifters, and pitchers is available at New Yorku2019s Roman and Williams Guild.

Photograph by Courtesy of RW Guild

Add shimmer and shine to the table with Tom Dixonu2019s new Mill collection of stainless-steel salt and pepper grinders. Coupled with the designeru2019s new Royalty candle and smoky Tank champagne glasses, the pieces set a distinguished scene.

Photograph by Courtesy of Tom Dixon

Nashville boutique Reed Smythe & Company features artist- and artisan-made glassware, barware, and other home goods. These sterling silver spoons may look vintage Americana, but their cheeky engravings like u2018Stir It Upu2019 or u2018Eat Drink Remarryu2019 are decidedly present tense.

The Houston boutique of designer Paloma Contreras is a masterful mix of furnishing, art, and accessories. This glass globe match holder and striker mixes well with a grouping of holiday candles.

Photograph by Courtesy of Paloma & Co.

Fashion-forward brand Marni has created glassware to match its exquisitely unconventional palette. Moody amethyst and deep pine come together to striking affect in the labelu2019s new collection of glasses, vases, and carafes, available exclusively in stores.

Photograph by Courtesy of Marni

Cozy Bond Street restaurant Il Buco celebrated its 25th anniversary this year with a delicious debut cookbook. Fans can also shop the revered eateryu2019s meticulous curated selection of housewares, like this glass pitcher, made by a family-run studio in Tuscany and available in six shades.

Photograph by Courtesy of Il Buco Vita

Designed exclusively for Galerie Gabriel et Guillaume, Nimerologyu2019s u201cI Left My Heart in Mexicou201d limited-edition tableware features designer Nour al Nimeru2019s decorative interpretation of the countryu2019s traditional patterns and colors.

Photograph by Courtesy of Nimerology

Bloomistu2019s selection of artisan home goods features pieces inspired by nature, crafted from sustainable materials. This new bevel-edge cutting board is made of mahogany by Guatemala-based Itza Wood, which creates beautiful serving pieces while providing economic and educational opportunities to those in the remote region.

Photograph by Courtesy of Bloomist

Ring in the holiday season with some serious shimmeru2014Von Gern Homeu2019s Sparkle placemats and napkin rings use shimmering glass beads that look dazzling against gold flatware and metallic-accented plates.

Photograph by Courtesy of Von Gern Home
Silver punch bowl set with matching cups on a decorative tray, including a ladle.
Two white coffee cups with matching saucers featuring a minimal artistic design with a purple accent.
Four spherical glass containers of varying sizes with lids, arranged from largest to smallest in a row.
Two white cards with decorative fonts, one reads "Naughty" in red, the other reads "Nice" in green, on a plain background.
Two silver crab claw forks with ornate, textured handles and prongs, laid side by side on a white background.
Set of stylish black and gold kitchen utensils on marble surface with decorative patterns and a sprig of herbs.
Two modern black taper candles in elegant gold holders on a white background.
Colorful decorative box with five matching circular plates, featuring intricate animal and floral designs on each.
Five elegant, uniquely shaped clear glass cups arranged on a wooden shelf with a minimalist background.
Modern silver cocktail shaker, cubes, and a tall glass of champagne on a reflective surface with a lit candle.
Four vintage silver spoons with engraved text on black background.
Green glass match striker with matches inside circular vessel, featuring a textured finish and a metallic top.
Set of five brown and green gradient glasses, varying in height, on a white background.
Green glass pitcher with a rounded base and decorative handle on a white background.
Abstract decorative plate with pink, red, purple, and lavender wavy stripes intersected by bold black branching lines.
Cutting board with figs, grapes, and physalis next to wooden spoons and a small cloth bag on a light background.
Elegant table setting with snake-patterned plate, gold cutlery, and a glass of wine on a floral tablecloth.
Silver punch bowl set with matching cups on a decorative tray, including a ladle.
Two white coffee cups with matching saucers featuring a minimal artistic design with a purple accent.
Four spherical glass containers of varying sizes with lids, arranged from largest to smallest in a row.
Two white cards with decorative fonts, one reads "Naughty" in red, the other reads "Nice" in green, on a plain background.
Two silver crab claw forks with ornate, textured handles and prongs, laid side by side on a white background.
Set of stylish black and gold kitchen utensils on marble surface with decorative patterns and a sprig of herbs.
Two modern black taper candles in elegant gold holders on a white background.
Colorful decorative box with five matching circular plates, featuring intricate animal and floral designs on each.
Five elegant, uniquely shaped clear glass cups arranged on a wooden shelf with a minimalist background.
Modern silver cocktail shaker, cubes, and a tall glass of champagne on a reflective surface with a lit candle.
Four vintage silver spoons with engraved text on black background.
Green glass match striker with matches inside circular vessel, featuring a textured finish and a metallic top.
Set of five brown and green gradient glasses, varying in height, on a white background.
Green glass pitcher with a rounded base and decorative handle on a white background.
Abstract decorative plate with pink, red, purple, and lavender wavy stripes intersected by bold black branching lines.
Cutting board with figs, grapes, and physalis next to wooden spoons and a small cloth bag on a light background.
Elegant table setting with snake-patterned plate, gold cutlery, and a glass of wine on a floral tablecloth.