Monday, November 23, 2009

La Meilleure (The Best) Table

In celebration of the upcoming holiday of gratitude, here are a few selected tablescapes spirited with style, objet d'art, and wonderfully crafted combinations full of luxe inspirations and elegant settings perfect for any festive fete. - KL

High/Low
"I set the table the same way I get dressed. I guess I have a lot of clothes." - Miles Redd, featured in the November 2009 issue of House Beautiful - {housebeautiful.com}
I love how Redd showcased a high/low look by featuring a tablecloth from Urban Outfitters and pairing it with a mix of old porcelain selections.

Glimmer & Shimmer
"Blue is not traditionally associated with the season, but highlight it with small touches of gold, as in these spray painted miniature pumpkins and a place card written in gold ink, and the color can become a happy participant in holiday revels." {marthastewartliving.com}
I'm all about a touch a glimmer, especially in a metallic gold. A simple way to glam up any traditional table.

Clearly Modern
"Instead of fresh flowers, white Manzanita branches were laid down the center of the table to create a lush landscape. White miniature pumpkins were hollowed out to make votive candle holders. The look was minimalist and still had the feeling of Thanksgiving. It was luxurious and elegant." {colincowie.com}
I'm a huge fan of lucite in the dining room and am inspired by the organic touches Cowie used in place of a common centerpiece. The wood branches and candles aglow give the stark room a feeling of warmth and a fresh take on modern luxe.

Country D'Jour
Currently featured on {foodandwine.com} Rich shades of orange and blue are fail proof for a luxe rural scape worthy for any festive feast and perfect for any garden to table culinary delights.

Rough Luxe
"In this casual dining room in an early 20th-century hunting cabin, engraved silver goblets and julep cups used as flower vases complement hand-painted brown-and-white china." {southernaccents.com}
This is the perfect combination of shiny and rustic, a great way to showcase antique pieces with new found treasures.

Here are a few added inspirations...

No holiday table can be complete without the new tabletop collection by Kelly Wearstler for Sferra. The neurtal color palette highlighted with pops of metallic enables endless creative creations for any stylish setting. {kellywearstlerforsferra.com}

I adore these luxe selections made by Cassandra Lavalle and featured on her beloved blog coco+kelley. Check out {cocokelley.blogspot.com} to get her thoughts on this trés chic holiday grouping all inspired by the featured black and ivory plaid dress. Tartan gone glam.

Love a taste of simple adornment with a slight Edwardian edge. This vignette was masterfully crafted by Jimmie Martin LTD and would make an ideal setting for a late night snack of leftovers. {jimmiemartin.co.uk}