Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of the year—a chance to gather with loved ones, share delicious food, and make memories around the table. This year, I wanted to create a table setting that feels classic and timeless but with a modern twist.
I’m so excited to share how I’m styling my table this year using a mix of pieces from my collection. Think traditional Thanksgiving vibes but refreshed with rich colors, layered textures, and a mix of vintage and modern elements. Here’s how you can recreate the look!
The Color Palette: Traditional with a Modern Edge
Start with a foundation of warm, earthy tones like browns, and layer in unexpected pops of rich purples and burgundies. These jewel tones add depth and sophistication while nodding to the cozy, festive vibes of the season. The interplay of these hues feels both grounded and fresh, perfect for a Thanksgiving feast.
All of my table linens and placemats are Erin Donahue Tice and linked here:
My glasses are Waterford and linked here:
Textures That Invite and Delight
Texture is key to creating a visually rich table. Incorporate rattan chargers or woven placemats to add a natural, organic element. The contrast between the smooth porcelain tableware and the rustic feel of rattan creates an inviting, layered look that’s as tactile as it is beautiful.
Complete the setting with textured linen napkins and a centerpiece that combines fresh flowers with greenery.
My rattan vases and centerpiece are vintage, but here are a few similar options:
Mixing Vintage and Modern for Timeless Style
One of my signature approaches is mixing vintage and modern pieces, and Thanksgiving is the perfect occasion to embrace this style. Pair sleek, modern glassware with antique silver flatware or vintage-inspired candlesticks for a table that tells a story.
Pair patterned plates alongside simple white serving dishes to create a table that feels curated and full of personality. The interplay of old and new ensures your table is elegant yet approachable.
My plates are vintage Johnson Brothers, but here are a few similar options:
Here is a similar silverware option:
Thoughtful Details Your Guests Will Love
It’s the little touches that make your table extra special. Handwrite place cards on cardstock for a personal touch, or tie napkins with velvet ribbon to complement the color palette.
For centerpieces, keep a majority of the arrangements low to encourage conversation. Mix florals in pinks, purples and cream with natural accents like pinecones or small pumpkins in neutral tones.
Why I Love This Look
This table feels like the perfect mix of classic and modern to me—cozy enough for family but stylish enough to make a statement. And the best part? It’s all built around pieces I absolutely love from my own collection. Click to shop my entire Tabletop Collection.
Thanksgiving is about so much more than just the food. It’s about creating a space where everyone feels welcome, inspired, and grateful to be together. I hope these ideas help you create a table your guests will love just as much as the memories you make around it.
Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃