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New Year’s Day Brunch Table Setting Mixing Gold and Silver

There are two things I look for in a New Year’s Day celebration. First, is the clean refreshing feel of white, after all the vibrant color of the holidays. The second is a little bling to make sure it still feels special. These are the two factors that inspired my New Year’s Day brunch table setting mixing gold and silver.

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I’m a big New Year’s fan! I know a lot of people hate it, but I just love the promise of a fresh start and the notion of reinvention. As such, I love New Year’s Eve, but even more so, I love an elegant New Year’s Day brunch. When putting this table together I wanted a peaceful tableau that would emulate the clean slate of the year ahead, mixed with the most festive items in my cabinets to honor my optimistic personality.

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With a palette of white, gold and silver established, I next looked at my plate stack. It’s quite unusual for me to leave a solid white plate unadorned at the top of my place setting, but I resisted the temptation to embellish and let the textured cream plates show off their simple beauty. (See resource list below.)

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The foundation of the setting is a French inspired silver charger that I use frequently in my tablescapes.

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As a distinct counterpoint to the silver I used my new favorite gold trimmed goblets with their matching champagne flutes. The mix of metals is what gives the tablescape it’s unique character, a bit more complex than simple silver and white would have been and a bit more toned down than a gold and white table would have offered.

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In keeping with my clean simplicity theme, I chose lush white hydrangeas, tucked into a silver footed bowl as the table’s pretty centerpiece.

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The only new items I purchased are the napkins clustered in the crystal napkin ring. A sheer silver outer napkin over a gold lurex under napkin creates a surprising metallic mix that helps define the look of this table.

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Silver flatware is used, although gold would have worked too. I’ve been looking for a set in gold, so maybe you’ll see that in tablescape soon.

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The crystal bracelet napkin rings are another of my favorite pieces, as they always add a very special note to any table they are used on. (They’re no longer available at Pottery Barn, but can sometimes be found on ebay. See the link below.)

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I mixed silver washed candlesticks, mercury glass ones, as well as a vintage silver pair. Crystal drop bobeches in clear crystal and smoky gray help reflect the light.

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The underpinning is a washed linen ruffle-edged tablecloth in white which keeps everything from getting too serious.

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I love to use white in January and you will see a lot of it in the next few weeks. For me it feels refreshing to put all the holiday decor away and start a new year with a clean slate. Wishing you all a happy healthy New Year and all the best for the coming year!

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Source List – Click on the items below for direct links to the products. Where actual items were no longer available, I’ve provided similar options. (This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy.)

  • Cream Dinner and Salad Plates
  • Silver Chargers
  • Gold Napkins
  • Sheer Silver Napkins
  • Crystal Bracelet Napkin Rings
  • First Love Flatware
  • Gold Goblets and Flutes
  • Ruffled Tablecloth
  • Silver Washed Candlesticks
  • Mercury Glass Candlesticks
  • French Cane Back Side Chairs
  • Tufted Side Chairs

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17 Comments Filed Under: Tablescapes, Winter   Tagged With: Mixing gold and silver, New Year's Brunch, New Year's Day, table setting

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Comments

  1. Ginger says

    Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 8:40 am

    Lory, a beautiful table! I too go with an all white look for the new year, utilizing silver chargers, silver pitchers and crystal candlesticks ( for the icey look ). My ruffled white linen tablecloth was a custom Etsy find. Your silver washed candlesticks are on my must have list! White hydrangeas or roses, and I’m ready! Enjoy you New Year’s brunch and all the best for 2017.
    Ginger

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 3:18 pm

      Sounds like you’re good to go!! Have a wonderful New Year, Ginger… 🙂

      Reply
  2. Marty Oravetz says

    Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 8:40 am

    Stunning. So pretty

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 3:17 pm

      Thanks so much, Marty!!

      Reply
  3. MARY-ANN (FROM CANADA!) says

    Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 12:30 pm

    Lory, your table is just beautiful! You always do such a lovely job!

    I love your linen ruffled tablecloth and am going to probably order one today! It’s so pretty! When we got married 48 years ago, most of our wedding gifts were pieces of silver and I love all of it and use it all. I always enjoy setting a beautiful table!

    Hope you are blessed with a wonderful 2017! Thanks for all your wonderful decorating ideas!

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 3:17 pm

      Thank you so much and right back to you!! So glad you enjoy using the things you love, too… 🙂

      Reply
  4. Bobbi Duncan says

    Thursday, December 29, 2016 at 10:17 am

    I’m beginning to sound repetitive…can one say gorgeous too many times? I just love all your table settings, what can I say. I have the Horchow candlesticks, too. They are so perfect for a silver and gold setting. Best of everything in the New Year, Lory!

    Reply
    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 3:25 pm

      Hah! I never tire of it… 🙂 Thanks, Bobbi! Have a wonderful New Year!

      Reply
  5. Janet - Shabbyfufu says

    Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    Always love your tables Lory and they never disappoint! Happy New Year to you and yours…xo

    Reply
    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 3:25 pm

      Thanks so much, Janet! And right back to you!!

      Reply
  6. Sandra says

    Thursday, January 12, 2017 at 2:48 pm

    What a classy and elegant way to usher in the new year. I hope 2017 is off to a great start and I look forward to more of your beautiful designs this year.

    Reply
  7. Myrna says

    Thursday, January 12, 2017 at 10:36 pm

    Happy New Year Lory. Love the tablescape. You are one of my favorite designers. Always elegant and never fail to impress.

    Reply
  8. Jane says

    Thursday, December 28, 2017 at 3:13 pm

    Breathtaking! I will flag this setting for my 50th Wedding Anniversary some day! It would be hard for me to work my blackeye peas, collard greens, carrots and cornbread traditional New Year’s luncheon into this elegant design, but if I had your tablecloth, I would give it my best try!!!!

    Reply
  9. Zend says

    Thursday, December 28, 2017 at 10:21 pm

    Simply stunning! Looks like you and your friends will have a gorgeous New Year’s Eve dinner.

    Reply
  10. mrsben says

    Friday, December 29, 2017 at 9:10 am

    Beautifully and elegantly done! Love the mix. Extending and VERY HAPPY and HEALTHY NEW YEAR TO YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES. -Brenda-

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  11. Runningonempty says

    Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at 7:30 am

    A very glamorous table setting, Lory. Happy New Year from Australia! Cath

    Reply
    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Friday, December 28, 2018 at 7:15 pm

      Thanks so much! Right back to you!!

      Reply

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Instagram post 2193138002285287076_231271655 I’ve been looking for a little peace and tranquility in my life, and at this crazy time of year, I find adding some simple romantic decor to my home gives me that sense of calm that I'm craving. All it takes is some fresh greens, pretty blooms and some scattered baubles and I’m all set.
Instagram post 2191507211539309998_231271655 Before there was pink, my favorite tree was the white tree, and I think this may still be my fave! I’ve fallen so in love with winter peonies and they work so well with my pale tree and blush pink baubles. Throw in a bit of gold and you’re good to go!⁣
Instagram post 2190058480484768860_231271655 Happy Monday everyone! I’m so excited to be hosting a holiday entertaining blog hop today. (Tap the image for the other participants.) Pop over to the blog to see more of my tablescape featuring some gorgeous tableware from @vagabondhouse!! You can also swipe up from my stories because the pieces are just stunning and I know you’re going to want them!!
Instagram post 2189446347550348140_231271655 So, last year I did this! I actually went with a pink tree!! I just had to. I saw several shops that had pink trees and they were calling my name. I just had to have one. At one point I was thinking of going just green and white for the season, but no, I needed to add some cheery color and rosy pink it was! How do I follow up a palette like that this year?⁣ Any suggestions?
Instagram post 2187883518064038744_231271655 There are some people who are really masters at seasonal decorating and my friend Angie @angieswreathsandmore is one of those people. If you look at her page at any time of year it’s quite beautiful, but at holiday time it’s truly inspiring! I’m delighted to share her today, so please check out her awesome gallery!
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