The arrival of the warm season is also reflected in tableware, where nature acts as a muse for colorful mix and match pieces aimed at an elegance free from the rigors of minimalism.
A dazzling creativity puts aside the winter greyness, rediscovering a taste rich in details that wants to dare and surprise, without excess, inspired by a formal refinement that has the flavour of the charm of the past. The 2025 spring table does not fear color but declines it in soft shades, giving the first tastes of the summer to come.
Fleur Collection by Villeroy & Boch – villeroy-boch.it
If the floral theme is an essential must, the trendy shades see an anthology of nuances that caress the senses and transmit serenity. On one hand, pastel tones such as mint green, lavender and coral pink, with touches of orange-yellow here and there. On the other hand, a kingdom of blue and light blue, accompanied by the complete palette of all the multiple chromatic facets of the tones of the sky and water..
True Blue Collection by Rosenthal – rosenthal.de
REFINED TABLEWARE
This year’s spring table setting is certainly elegant and opulent but never falls into the category of “too much”. First of all, it confirms the taste of recent years in reviving old and vintage lines and decorations, references to different eras – Victorian, Art Deco and some Sixties and Seventies recalls – and a special attention to detail. It is a true balancing act that moves away from the severity of monochrome and expresses itself in a sumptuous feast for the eyes.
Textile Salt Pan Azure Ecru by Abigail Borg – abigailborg.com
In the ceramics section, the plates are classic and refined: starting off white, they are decorated with contrasting borders or charming patterns with the timeless appeal of services that are handed down in the family. They amaze with their impalpable combinations and always in perfect harmony with textiles, cutlery and crystals that sparkle during the beautiful days of the period. The alternative is the classic total white that acts as a trait d’union with everything else, rich and without (apparent) rules.
Spring Tableware by Talking Table: White Daisy Napkins, Lilac Gingham Tablecloth, Lilac & Green Raffia Paper Placemats – talkingtables.co.uk
Green light, therefore, to creative settings that see all the necessities in plain sight, where the glasses are colored, the placemats too, alternated with vases and flowers in abundance, holding everything together by a subtle harmony between the different shades. Tablecloths play a fundamental role, acting as an important backdrop or being the real protagonists of the stage.
Sophie Allport Gingham Linen Tablecloth – sophieallport.com
Textiles are the canvas on which to build spring tableware, they suggest ensembles, they highlight refinements. We start from neutral colors like light green to more sumptuous tones like dark blue.. There is no shortage of multicolored patterns, but always in blue and green tones, up to real macro vichy that range from light lavender to country-flavored dove gray. For purists, white is a must but it must be material, in the luxurious jacquard version.
Narciso collection tablecloth by Rivolta Carmignani with jacquard designs made on pure cotton satin 600TC – rivoltacarmignani.com
DETAILS THAT MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
Great freedom in cutlery, the only diktat is that they must have character. Those who love silverware can take advantage of the entire arsenal available to them, and if they are antique, it is undoubtedly a plus. For more contemporary souls, design is the best answer, gold or silver depending on the style you want to follow: free will but with taste.
Sambonet 100 Collection, Gold and Stainless Steel Finish – sambonet.com
At the table, and all around, Spring shines and vases become an essential must that decorates without holds barred. We move from the most refined styles to the original reuse of cups and mugs to creatively host smaller plants or succulents.
GOSU Yunomi/Teacup by Keiko Uchida – keikouchida.com
The creation of small hanging gardens, conceived as centerpieces or designed as real theatrical backdrops, placed on shelves and buffet furniture, is very effective, where you can let your imagination run wild, playing with different heights and botanical qualities. You can’t miss out on candelabras, small and large, to be placed mainly as place markers, or as small candles to brighten up the evenings, which are starting to lengthen with their magical scented warmth.
WATOJI Vase Collection by Ceramic Japan – ceramic-japan.co.jp
Assortment of designer vases Gisela Graham London – giselagraham.co.uk
On the cover, Fleur Collection by Villeroy & Boch.
