Tips + Tricks For Setting A Holiday Table

Unexpected moments, like the carved wood bull’s head napkin rings and the Gucci stag cup filled with white roses, add whimsy to the table. While full place settings of flatware add just the right amount of formality, along with place cards, porcelain dinnerware, and matching water glasses and wine coupes.

Another of Nate’s go-to tricks: prep your table decor days in advance, so when the day comes, all you have to do is light the candles — and start filling your plate. If you’re lucky enough to have a husband who does the cooking – like Nate does – that is. Shop Nate’s 1stdibs store here.