Recyclable Centerpiece
For an unexpected addition of color, save empty cans and jars with cool labels that you used for cooking. Mix flowers and succulents for additional interest and diversity on your table.
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Add Color
Highlight orange, yellow, pinks and red to add a lively punch to the table, while the grouping of flowering cacti makes the centerpiece feel lush rather than sparse, despite their spiky disposition.
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Cool Contrasts
Layering fabrics and materials like event planner Jessica Baca did for her clients adds a nice contrast to the weathered wood table. Geometric motifs get carried out in bold colors with hits of neon along with traditional terra cotta plates and glassware keep this modern-infused tablescape feeling warm and cozy. An easy-to-execute box of sand holds flowers and citrus fruits for a lush display.
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Baja Bound
Use Mexican serape blankets as a tablecloth to add a punch of color and a little South-of-the-border heritage at the same time to your display. A casual mix of cacti and flowers make these table setting feel fresh and friendly.
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Modern Makeover
While we love all the hues that a colorful fiesta can conjure, there's something appealing about paring down and letting simple elements speak volumes like this table setting by Modern Dame. White and cream dominate the color story in the linens, menu and table; the rose gold cutlery along with metal-accented glassware and simple votive candles lend just enough warmth to make this modern setting feel welcoming. Small succulents add a bit of life to an otherwise simple setting.
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Rustic and Relaxed
Outdoor dining (easily accomplished for those living in milder climates) helps set the tone of this rustic table. Terra cotta plates, votive candles and small clusters of ivy make the otherwise large table feel intimate and cozy.
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Desert Inspiration
Using the desert as your inspiration, cacti, dessert flowers, lanterns and the like come together with graphic runners and terra cotta colors for a feast that will be remembered forever.
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Succulent Upgrade
By now we've seen the use of succulents on our table but what this image shows is that succulents can look chic and sophisticated. A bed of pale colored rocks lend varying heights to these desert plants while hurricane glasses add a subtly reflective quality to the table.
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Modern Mexicana
Whether you're celebrating in Mexico or just wish you were, this tables design will help transport you there, no passport needed. Gold flatware and gold-lined glasses add the bling while natural textures make this otherwise stark setting warm and approachable.
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Frida Kahlo-Inspired
Originally used as a concept for a Frida Kahlo-inspired wedding, we think the styling of this table setting would be on point with any dinner. Impressive is the use of rich jewel-like colors, patterns, textures and layers not to mention authentic talavera plates from Mexico.
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Elevated Display
There's never enough room on the table so try and elevate elements of the table like the event planners did at Luxe Events. This will give your guests a chance to appreciate all the special touches you've added like the graphic tablecloth, soothing candles and overall cool bohemian vibe. Petit glass containers make these dessert plants look modern and sweet.
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Bohemian Details
Choose colors from traditional native prints and textiles, rather than the colors of the season for a refreshingly vibrant table setting. The colors of the flowers play off the color of the napkins while the rest of the decor remains minimal so as to not overwhelm the guests.
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Fall Foliage
Don't forget tequila-infused drinks like this Tequila Tamarindo Punch by Claire Thomas from the Kitchy Kitchen.
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