Photo: Kelly Hoppen CBE
The scheme of things
Tablescaping: How to style a striking centrepiece and dress your table for Christmas By Sam Wylie-Harris, PA With tablescaping trending big-time this Christmas, laying the table with statement settings – from luxe to whimsy – will make it worthy of all your starters, sides and glass of sparkle to toast the holiday season. “Your tablescape is the perfect opportunity to grab the attention of your loved ones, showcasing your personal style while creating an inviting and wholesome atmosphere for a special day,” says Helen Joseph, interior designer at Redrow. “Interior décor has huge subliminal impact on our feelings which is why it’s pivotal to bring the magic of Christmas to the table – the heart of a Christmas gathering.” Not only that, Joseph says it’s also a time to let your creativity run wild without judgement – and remember this is an annual opportunity to host an unforgettable day.
“When choosing the theme of your Christmas dinner table design, you need to consider a colour scheme that complements your existing home aesthetic, as well as any other decorations you’ve placed around your home – and on the tree,” advises Kelly Hoppen CBE, multi-award- winning designer. “I do this every year and although Christmas is a time where you can really break the rules and get creative, my most favourite festive schemes are simple, elegant and timeless,” says Hoppen.“Creating the most magical, cosy atmosphere for hosting friends and family.”
White Christmas
“For a serene ‘White Christmas’ theme, I recommend starting with a range of glass vases in different heights,” suggests Hoppen. “Select the taller vessels and style them as hurricane candles, however, nothing too tall so guests are still able to see each other across the table.” “Then, for lower vessels, you can add bunches of white foliage. I like to have one statement flower or foliage as the feature for the table, so perhaps opt for a white anemone poppy,a helleborus,or for that snowy effect go for gypsophila (baby’s breath).”
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