Get set for Christmas with these festive accessories
YOU don’t have to serve goose to ring the changes at this year’s Christmas dinner.
Get into the spirit with some glitzy silver or gold, traditional red and green or keep it simple with ivory white for a crisp, clean look.
John Lewis tabletop buyer Elaine Hooper has some top tips.
“Instantly update existing tableware by adding touches of gold and silver for a festive feel that will take you through the celebrations of Christmas into New Year. And transform a table for Christmas dinner with pine cones, decorative foliage and printed tableware,” she says.
Metallic accents create an impressive sense of indulgence
Alexei Cowan, trend manager at Argos, suggests using gold cutlery and says: “Metallic accents create an impressive sense of indulgence.”
Asda’s George Home design team say new-look black cutlery will contrast perfectly with warm gold, adding: “Mix metallic and animal print tableware for an effortless yet luxe table setting.”
And Paul O’Donovon, senior design manager at Morrisons, suggests a more simple approach.
“We have designed ivory crockery with beautiful detailing and elegant glassware. People can then accessorise with richly coloured table cloths and table decorations.”
Almost anything goes as long as it’s stylish but don’t forget it’s Christmas, make sure there’s an element of fun.
Hotel Chocolat’s Mini Chocolate Christmas Crackers have space for a guest’s name while its Table Chocolate Christmas Crackers can be bought individually and the amazing Rather Large Chocolate Christmas Cracker has paper hats and jokes for 12, plus 40 gorgeous chocolates hidden inside.