When it comes to setting a table, your style speaks volumes before the food even hits the plates. Some people love a clean, and more neutral look. Others go bold with color, pattern, and texture. So which are you: a minimalist, a maximalist, or maybe a bit of both?
Let’s break it down and help you embrace your signature tablescape style using versatile pieces.
✨ The Minimalist Table: Simplicity is the Statement
Characteristics:
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Neutral tones: think white, black, taupe, or silver
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Clean lines and uncluttered settings, less is more
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Few, but intentional decor items
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Matte finishes, natural textures, and subtle contrast
Why It Works:
Minimalist tables feel modern, calming, and timeless. They let the food shine and make cleanup a breeze. With fewer elements, everything on the table matters more.
How to Get the Look:
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Use ANNOVA’s flatware for a refined, understated finish
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Stick to white or earth-toned dinnerware
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Add texture with linen napkins or a wood serving board
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One centerpiece (like a ceramic vase with greenery and a few flowers) goes a long way
Perfect for: Everyday dinners, modern homes, or anyone who loves a clutter-free aesthetic.
🌈 The Maximalist Table: Where More is More
Characteristics:
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Bright colors, patterns, and layered textures
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Bold mix of materials/textures: glass, gold, floral, metallics
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Statement flatware and dramatic centerpieces
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Playful, colorful, and full of personality
Why It Works:
Maximalist tables tell a story. They’re joyful, energetic, and designed to impress. This style invites guests to stay, talk, and savor every moment.
How to Get the Look:
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Use ANNOVA’s solid colored flatware or mix colored sets for visual interest
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Layer vibrant placemats, printed napkins, and bold glassware
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Don’t shy away from candles, florals, or quirky place cards
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Mix your favorite flea market finds next to modern plates
Perfect for: Parties, holidays, and anyone who believes the table is part of the celebration.
🤝 Somewhere in Between: You’re a Mixalist.
Not everything in life has to be one or the other. You might be a mixalist: someone who blends the calm of minimalism with pops of maximalist fun.
Try This:
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Keep your dinnerware and flatware minimal, but go wild with your napkins
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Use neutral plates, but pair with ANNOVA’s colorful flatware for a pop of color
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Add one statement piece (like a centerpiece or colorful glasses) on an otherwise clean table
🍴 Style is Personal, So Make It Yours
Whether you’re drawn to the calm beauty of simplicity or the bold joy of layered design, your tablescape should feel like you. At ANNOVA, we design versatile flatware that works with any aesthetic, so you can switch it up with ease.
Want to create a table that feels right for every season, mood, or gathering? Start with the essentials and build from there.