How to decorate a formal table with tablescape.

When you are hosting a formal dinner party or event, the table is an important aspect of your decor. Rather than simply placing your plates, cutlery and a centerpiece onto the table, take a bit more care with the design. Formal tablescapes can be simple and elegant or glittering. Choose a formal tablescape that coordinates with the type of occasion for which you are throwing the party.

1. Red, Silver and Gold Tablescape

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     Choose a long, rectangular table for this simple tablescape. Cover the table in a red tablecloth and place a gold runner all the way down its center.
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     Place a silver charger at each place setting and top it with your china. Choose a simple white china, possibly with a silver border going around its edge. Place a gold napkin at the center of the plate to tie in with the gold runner.
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     Place red flowers in crystal vases and place them all the way down the table on top of the runner. Place the vases close to each other and be sure to select flowers that are cut low enough so that your guests can see each other over them.
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     Place tea candles in silver cups and place them around the vases on the runner.

   Crystal and White Tablescape

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     Choose a round table for this elegant tablescape. Place a white tablecloth on top of the table.
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     Add clear chargers at each place setting. Place simple white china on top of the chargers and add crystal glasses to each place setting as well.
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     Place a white napkin at each place setting, along with silver cutlery.
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     Place a crystal vase at the center of the table and fill the vase with white flowers. Choose elegant-looking flowers, such as simple roses or calla lilies.

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