Table setting and decoration for the New Year: style, colors, decor
One of the most important preparations for the holiday is New Year's table setting. And let it be pleasant chores, take care of the style and color of the decor, what you need to buy in order to create a complete image you need in advance. The menu is also selected depending on the style.
Color spectrum
White, red and green colors are traditionally associated with New Year's holidays: references to Santa Claus's outfit, Christmas tree and snow are felt. However, this choice is by no means a dogma, you can serve the table in blue, golden or silver, combine several shades. The main thing is that they fit together. And having made a choice, you need to pick up a tablecloth, dishes, decorations.
Fashionable shades
Fashion is a very relative concept, but if we talk about the advanced colors that are invariably leading in the setting of the festive table, then cornflower blue, purple lavender, fuchsia and aqua will come out on top (except for the already mentioned red). They can be intertwined with silver, gilding, white.
New symbol preferences
If you link the decor with the symbols of the coming year (White, Metallic), then the table decoration in the Year of the Ox should be done in light colors, giving preference not only to white, but also to silver, milk-cream, creamy, beige, pastel shades.
Such decoration will create an absolutely fabulous atmosphere, which requires crystal and silverware.
Decorations and decor of the New Year's table
The table is not a single color, however, the table is beautiful, when serving everything is important: dishes, cutlery, tablecloth and napkins, decorations.
New Year's table in a classic style
Setting a table in a classic style is not difficult in a restaurant, for example. It will be a little more difficult to cope with this task at home, but if you wish, everything is possible.
The main condition is impeccable taste and adherence to the rules of etiquette. Tablecloth in white tones of linen or silk, porcelain plates decorated with gilding, heirloom silver and crystal. If you are going to set the table in the spirit of the classics, then you need to take care of counter plates, forks and spoons for different dishes, knives and napkins. The color of the dishes can be either snow-white or contrasting with the tablecloth.
It is important not to overload the table with small decor details: a small composition in the form of a Christmas wreath in the center is enough to decorate. Candles in heavy silver candlesticks will be appropriate, their fire will flicker beautifully and sparkle in the glass of crystal glasses.
The outfits of the hosts and guests must match the decor: suits, ties, evening dresses, jewelry.
English style
Winter holidays in the English style combine the usual conservatism of this nation and magic, which for two decades has been firmly associated with England.
New Year's table in the English style - these are mistletoe branches, gold and fir cones. Tablecloth in natural colors, dishes - white, with golden trim. An obligatory element is candles, in large quantities. Meat (poultry) is served in a large deep platter. Instead of traditionally tall glasses, they are round or rectangular. The British are supporters of minimalism, so excessive decor on the table is not needed.
Basic rules for laying the New Year's table
Any table should be decorated according to rules that are best not ignored, as this is a sign of bad taste. Let's take a closer look:
- the first thing to do is put down the tablecloth. She should not be catchy and stand out. It is necessary to select a tablecloth for cutlery, plates and decor.Of course, it must be clean and ironed. The tablecloth should hang down to a length of at least 20 cm, but not more than 40 cm;
- serving the New Year's table does not exclude serving napkins. They should be festive and in line with the New Year. Putting tissue napkins should be on a plate, and paper napkins next to it;
- the table for the New Year should be set from plates, then cutlery, glass and crystal are put;
- put the forks on the left, and the knives and spoons on the right with the convex side. The knife should be pointed towards the plate, and the glasses should be in front of the plate on the right side;
- do not mix styles and colors;
- do not use too much decor, flowers, or embellishments.
Decorative items for table setting for the New Year
Everyone has their own taste and the table should be decorated based on it. Use elements like:
- tablecloth;
- candles;
- tinsel and garlands;
- fruits;
- natural materials;
- Christmas decorations.
The tablecloth is chosen in gentle tones. White, beige, pale blue. You can choose a red tablecloth, but then the rest of the decoration should be soft in color so that the New Year's table setting does not look messy.
It is better to choose candles red or white. Candles give warmth and attract success, adding a cozy, festive atmosphere.
If the table is large, then the candles should also be large. If space permits, then you can choose thick candles. The main thing is to follow the safety rules.
You can make garlands with your own hands or purchase in a store. Red and gold colors will come in handy.
Spread tinsel around plates or around dishes - it will look very impressive.
Do not forget that fruits can also be part of the table setting for the New Year. It will become not only a decoration, but also an edible dish.
Oranges and bananas work best. Decorate with cinnamon sticks or stars. You can also pre-dry orange rings and use them for decoration.
It will be not only beautiful, but also fragrant!
Natural materials are the most affordable and reliable way. Craft pine cones or simply paint them different colors and place them in a vase. Simple and superb!
Also use branches. With the help of an aerosol can, you can create an unforgettable New Year's table setting.
An equally interesting way to use beautiful flat stones on which you can depict Santa Claus, snowflakes and so on. You can find how to do this here.
Christmas decorations can be simply spread all over the table. They don't have to be very large.
You can take spruce branches and hang toys on them. Then turn on your imagination and get creative!
Styles for New Year's table setting
The table, like the interior, has its own style. It can be:
- classical;
- eco;
- Scandinavian;
- buffet.
Classic New Year's table setting
Classic for the New Year does not imply bright colors. Even red will be superfluous here. Use white, beige or gold colors.
In this style, special attention should be paid to appliances and utensils. They must be expensive. Crystal, porcelain and gilding are what you need.
Appliances must match the dishes:
Fresh flowers or fresh spruce branches are ideal for serving a New Year's table in a classic style. Arrange them in vases and your room will be filled with scent.
Table setting for the New Year in eco-style
Materials for decor in eco-style must be natural. A wooden table, candles, burlap napkins or tablecloth, gingerbread and cookies are the best you can think of.
Give preference to beige and brown colors.
Do not forget about cones, dried berries, wooden toys wreaths. It will not look ridiculous, on the contrary, fabulous and New Year's.
New Year's table setting in the Scandinavian style
Elegance and simplicity are the essence of this style. Don't be afraid that your table will look rustic.
New Year's decoupage of tableware will bring its bright colors, and you will amaze guests with beauty and your talent.
You can make small balls of thread, and you can also wrap candles with threads. Quite simple, but beautiful.
Small pumpkins (although this is not Halloween, but also relevant), cones, rowan branches and dried flowers will add their colors to the New Year's table setting.
Don't forget about candlesticks. Rich, and definitely not rustic.
Table setting for the New Year in the form of a buffet table
I will say for sure that only a few use this idea, so it is new and always fashionable.
If you like this idea, then take note of a few rules:
- the buffet has a table installation against the wall;
- you can make several tiers using books, boxes or stands;
- the tablecloth should reach the very bottom of the table;
- fish, vegetables and meat, sweets and fruits are placed on the upper tiers;
- place snacks on the edge of the table;
- glasses filled with champagne are placed on a tray;
- devices are laid out on two edges of the table;
- place a separate table for dirty dishes next to it.
Such a New Year's table setting is suitable for a large noisy company that has decided to celebrate the New Year in a small apartment.
We wish you happiness and good luck in the New Year!
