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How to Add Rustic Romance to Your Valentine’s Day Table Setting

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Rustic Romance Valentine's Table

In this post: Whether set for two or for a large gathering, here are charming ways to add rustic romance to your Valentine’s Day table setting. ⇒

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How do you define romantic?

Surely there are as many definitions as there are people. Perhaps you picture a sleek limo, long stem red roses and the finest champagne. Or does your imagination conjure a candlelit dinner on the beach with the surf lapping at your feet?

For me there are a variety of scenarios that could work, but this year my mood fancies a gentle mix of rustic with refined.

I’m delighted to be hosting the Valentine’s Day edition of the Styled + Set Holiday Entertaining blog hop this week, with more than 20 of my talented blogger friends. Be sure to visit all of today’s posts, linked below. 

So how exactly am I adding rustic romance to my table?

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Well, glad you asked…

The quick answer is by balancing pale pinks and vintage silver with rugged burlap.

This tablescape would have a completely different vibe if the tablecloth was white linen. Delicate and feminine, the pinks would be at risk of becoming a bit too sweet. The underpinning of burlap, however, grounds the entire presentation and becomes the most important element on the table.

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While often I start my tables with a print pattern in the plate stack, this table’s concept began with the blush and burlap mix and a generous dose of vintage silver.

I love to shop my own home for items to use in my styling, and that’s exactly what I did here, prowling my rooms for silver pieces to use as floral containers. The varied patinas were, in large part, the point.

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As such, I chose to keep my plate stack quite simple, using texture instead of color to add interest. My favorite silver chargers set the tone for the metals on the table and next I added two different plates in a similar cream shade.

(See resource list below.)

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I’d hoped to find a variety of blush and pink flowers but January is not the best time at the flower market, so instead I settled for these lush pink roses and delighted in how they mixed with the burlap. I was going for a very soft look and the rusticity of the burlap did wonders for toning down the pink.

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I also pulled out some of my favorite pink accents, including these lovely champagne flutes. I was going for warm and delicate with my choice of pinks, in sharp contrast to the reds and fuchsias I’ve done in the past for Valentine’s Day. 

You can see how entirely different my table was last year in this post!

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Another treasured standby that fit perfectly with this table are the linen ruffle napkins in the softest whisper of a pink. I used my absolute favorite napkin rings to punctuate the glam side of this tablescape and I truly wish I could find more of them. They’re originally from Pottery Barn but have long been discontinued. They occasionally show up on ebay, but I’ve yet to find a good replacement to add a link in for you below.

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To balance the abundant roses and satisfy my craving for varied florals, I used dried flowers from earlier table settings. The pink hydrangeas dried beautifully and look lovely in the vintage jardiniere.

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I also used dried mini roses, below, in a vintage repoussé silver sugar bowl. Depression glass saucers hold pretty pink candy hearts, while heirloom silver flatware completes the place settings.

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And what would romance be without candlelight? I recently picked up the silver candelabras at an antique market and they add the finishing touch to my table.

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Perhaps next year I’ll be back to glamour and red roses, but this year I’m in a gentle mood and enjoying my rustic romance vibe.

Still, if you’re sending a limo for me, I might have to reconsider!

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Rustic Romance Resource List

To get the look, click on the items below for direct links to the products. Where items were no longer available, I’ve provided similar options. If an item is out of stock but may be restocked, I left it on the list.

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Rustic Romance Valentine's Table

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Designthusiasm | Maison de Cinq | French Garden House 
Life on Virginia Street | Julie Blanner | Setting for Four | Decor Gold Designs

 

Wednesday’s Posts

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Taryn Whiteaker | Zevy Joy | French Country Cottage

 

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Comments

  1. Calypso in the Country says

    Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 8:12 am

    Lory, your table is gorgeous! I love the soft colors and textures!
    Have a great week!
    Shelley

    Reply
    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 9:09 am

      Thank you so much, Shelley!! Sometimes you just have to reflect your mood in your work. This is where my head’s at lately… 😉

      Reply
  2. Norma Rolader says

    Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 9:17 am

    Oh Lory, I love love your valentine table it is elegant and romantic. As always you give me so much inspiration

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 5:57 pm

      I’m so glad you’re inspired, Norma!!

      Reply
  3. Kim says

    Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 9:41 am

    Just gorgeous, Lory!

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 5:57 pm

      Thanks, Kim!!

      Reply
  4. Laura Ingalls Gunn says

    Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 9:45 am

    Your stunning table is pure pink perfection!

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 5:58 pm

      Aww, thanks so much, Laura!

      Reply
  5. Sheila says

    Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 10:19 am

    Oh Lory, my casual chic heart is LOVING this gorgeous table! Such a perfect mix of rustic and elegant – and I’m a huge fan of burlap! The plate stack is so pretty with white and silver, and as always, I’m spying those adorable napkin rings that need to come to my house:) Apparently, you and I both had the same colors in mind!

    Thank you again for hosting such a wonderful tour! You and the other ladies are so talented and I’m thrilled to be a part!

    Sheila
    xo

    Reply
    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 5:59 pm

      Thank you, Sheila! Yes, I do think our creative heads were in the same place for sure this time… 🙂 I had fun with this!

      Reply
  6. Jamie says

    Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 4:32 pm

    This is gorgeous, Lory! I love all the soft pinks! The pewter chargers and the centrepieces are my favorite. Well done my friend.
    Hugs, Jamie

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 6:00 pm

      Thanks, Jamie!! I was just feeling really pink… lol! Now I’m so ready for spring… 😉

      Reply
  7. kelly Wilkniss says

    Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 9:56 am

    Lory – this table is my FAVORITE of yours! We aimed to please each other this tour I guess!! The rustic elegance your setting exudes made me literally swoon… I absolutely LOVE it! Thank you for organizing this stunning tour.

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 6:01 pm

      Thank you, thank you, Kelly!! I think it might be one of my favorites too, but I guess we often feel that way about the most recent. Maybe we get better with time… 😉

      Reply
  8. Julie Blanner says

    Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 10:36 am

    I can’t get over how gorgeous this is! Love those soft pinks mixed with your pretty silver pieces. Thanks so much for sharing!

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    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 6:01 pm

      Thank you so much for the kind words, Julie!!

      Reply
  9. Mary John Da Silva says

    Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 11:07 am

    Lory this Valentines tablescape is gorgeous, the soft pinks, whites, silver, so beautiful and romantic…It’s perfect! I especially love the flower centerpieces, the pink roses in the silver pitcher are my absolute favorite, I love that pitcher. Truth be told I just love your sense of style and design…Thanks for sharing and inspiring!

    Reply
    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 6:03 pm

      What a lovely thing to say! You made my day… 🙂

      Reply
  10. Diego Lopes says

    Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 1:19 pm

    Wow, this table setting looks so lovely and adorable! I’m definitely going to take your ideas to surprise my fiancé. Thanks!

    Reply
  11. Taryn Whiteaker says

    Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 5:47 pm

    This is so classy and sweet Lory! I love the soft pink and vintage touches! Thanks for hosting!

    Reply
  12. Ashley says

    Friday, January 26, 2018 at 6:33 pm

    This is absolutely gorgeous and styled to perfection! What a beautiful and romantic setting. Thanks for linking up with our Friday Friends Parade!

    Reply
  13. Amy says

    Friday, January 26, 2018 at 6:51 pm

    Very pretty inspiration!

    Reply
  14. Julie Briones says

    Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 1:34 am

    LOVE the pinks and ‘grays’! Followed you over here from the Friday Friends Parade Linky Party, though I follow you on IG, as well! Thanks for sharing… your table is lovely!

    Reply
    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 9:48 am

      Thank you so much, Julie!! And welcome… 🙂

      Reply
  15. Janine says

    Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 4:30 pm

    Lory,

    Wow, your table decor is fantastic. I studied and enjoyed every photo. Your fresh flowers and dried flowers blend so well together. You have definitely inspired me to create my spring table! Thanks so much for playing our Friday Friends Parade Linky Party!

    Reply
  16. Barbara Chapman ~ French Ethereal says

    Thursday, February 1, 2018 at 11:29 am

    HI Lory! Your table is stunning with just the right amount of pink. <3 I am really enjoying all the posts here on the Style + Set Holiday Entertaining tour! Fun and beautiful with sooo many lovely ideas. Thank you for creating yours. <3

    Reply
  17. Megan says

    Friday, February 2, 2018 at 10:03 pm

    I didn’t realize I could drool over decor, but I very nearly did. This is GORGEOUS. Pinned, shared, and planning to copy! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday!

    Reply
    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Sunday, February 4, 2018 at 1:44 am

      Thank you so much!! You’re so kind, Megan!

      Reply
  18. Donna @ Modern on Monticello says

    Sunday, February 4, 2018 at 4:42 pm

    Your table is gorgeous. The burlap table cloth makes all the difference in how this table looks. Visiting from #HomeMattersParty

    Reply
    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Monday, February 5, 2018 at 6:04 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  19. Suzanne says

    Friday, February 8, 2019 at 9:31 am

    This is absolutely gorgeous…from the plates to the textures and the florals to the candelabra. My husband is rugged and rustic and I like very sweet and feminine things. I’m always searching for ways to combine the two. This is one of the prettiest tablescapes I have EVER seen.

    Reply
    • Lory at Designthusiasm says

      Friday, February 8, 2019 at 10:44 am

      Wow, thank you so much for that lovely comment!!

      Reply

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