We all know that one person (*coughs*, me) who is extremely particular about what goes on their tables. No, not food but dinner accents that they serve in. If you ask us, they're the easiest to shop for as well. So, the next time you're paying them an unannounced visit, make sure you gift them something that will further accentuate their dining tables. What, you ask? Firstly, you're going to be meeting them after ages. And secondly, you can't go empty-handed when you do. So, read on and shop away.
Fantastic Dinner Accents For That Perfect Host-Friend You're Meeting After Eons!
Haldi Sabai Placemat
₹750
Handcrafted Sabai placemats by All That Grass make for great gifts. They are available in five colour variants, blue, yellow, green, cherry and brown. Each being equally beautiful. The best part: they go with all kinds of table covers and mats.
Price: INR 750
What Else Can You Buy: Woven wall plates, planters, storage baskets, bags and more, all made from grass.
Still can't get enough? This list on trendy table mats will be your Holy Grail.
Birds Table Runner
₹530
Halfway Home is every floral-print-loving person's dream. It's got gorgeous marigolds, bougainvillaea and other colourful ones. This cotton, floral Table Runner is suitable for a four-seater. Even the slightest food spill will break your heart, it's that gorgeous. Just grab a few placemats along with this and you're good to go.
Price: INR 530
What Else Can You Buy: Table runners, ruffled cushion covers, placemats.
And while you're at it, how about you check out some more table runners here?
The Floral Collection Bloom Kadhai
₹2156
We can't get enough of The Sister's Co. for their absolutely fab collection of printed ceramicware. This ceramic kadhai bowl is a great spin-off of your traditional kadhais. We LOVE the print here and we're sure your buddy would appreciate this too.
Price: INR 2,156
What Else Can You Buy: Tea sets, bowls, casseroles, handis, planters, platters and more.
Talking of kadhais, here are some top cutlery and serveware brands to check out online.
Blue & Beige Handcrafted Wooden Bowl
₹2980
I don't know if you've noticed but the folks who have a knack for cooking are the ones who love to host the most. And it only makes sense that they do it. The friend who spends a decent amount of time preparing that killer Teriyaki Wing (or baked nachos, we love everything) with some insane dips will most definitely love this bowl by August Collectives. The brand's a treasure trove for gram-worthy serveware. This particular bowl wooden bowl in blue and beige comes with wooden servers too, yay.
Price: INR 2,980
What Else Can You Buy: Coasters, cutlery, dessert spoons, measuring cups, trays, platters
Did we tell you we got bowl-ed over by these awesome wooden bowls?
Coupe Dinner Plate
₹990
The table is set, snacks are done now let's jump straight into the main course. Button Curry, a crew favourite, is all about sleek, minimal and functional kitchenware. This maroon Coupe Dinner Plate looks elegant and will elevate just about anything you serve in it, no kidding - the glaze is just too damn good. You can get the same in red, navy blue, maroon, green and white. Get em' all, I am adding to cart already!
Price: INR 990
What Else Can You Buy: Everything!
Rosado Tea Pot
₹3400
Don't know about you guys but binge-watching Bridegerton has turned me into a tea loyalist. This absolutely gorgeous pink Rosado Tea Pot by Swaa Clay Studio will transport you to a period drama. It's made out of stoneware ceramic and doubles up as a table accent. Pair it up with the Rosado Coffee Mug and your friend will love you forever.
Price: INR 3,400
What Else Can You Buy: Coffee mugs, teacup sets, plates, bowls.
Malé Dessert Bowl
₹550
There's always room for dessert and some pretty dessert bowls. The Table Fable does handcrafted tableware which is hard to miss. The insides of this Malé Dessert stoneware bowl are painted blue and that's quite honestly what caught my attention in the first place. Don't forget to take some tiramisu with this.
Price: INR 550
What Else Can You Buy: LOTS of coffee mugs
Autumn Spoons For Dessert
₹2500
As is suggestive from the name, Treasured Occasions does the most sleek-looking decor accents for special occasions. Absolutely neat and totally adorable, these dessert spoons have leaves designed on their tips. They have a similar set of forks too.
Price: INR 2,500
What Else Can You Buy: Candle stands, platters, trays
Aluminium Pineapple Box
₹1450
This tropical Aluminium Pineapple Box by Topp Brass is as fresh as the actual fruit it represents. You can either use it as a decorative item on your table or use it to store something.
Price: INR 1,450
What Else Can You Buy: Vases, doorknobs, bookends, coasters, storage boxes, cutlery sets.
For more chic table accessories, head here.
Wooden Salad Bowl With Servers
₹1900
Prominent for its excellent wooden tableware, this floral wooden bowl from The Pitara Project is handcrafted and will easily double up as a brilliant décor accent as well.
Price: INR 1,900
What Else Can You Buy: Wooden coasters, platters, serving trays, bowls and lots more in décor.
Pro-Tip
Now that your dining table is all set and ready, here are some budget-friendly apartment accents that you can also shop for online. Strictly looking for ceramic ware? Here are 11 Instagram-worthy ceramic tableware brands we found online. Best part? These are all great when it comes to gifting. Go on, make someone's day.
