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The intricacies of table settings have gone the way of butlers and parasol flirtations, calling cards and dressing for dinner. But that may be changing.

Whether you're hosting a crowd or having an intimate holiday dinner for two, a little Thanksgiving table setting inspiration can help make your celebration a success. Beautiful and elegant ...

Set a table like a pro — and the Barefoot Contessa — by following Ina Garten's table setting tips and never stress about a tablescape again.

How do mnemonics help decode table settings? Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary defines mnemonics as a technique of improving the memory. When I teach business dining etiquette, I am always ...

See 14 standout table designs from Dering Hall designers, and read their advice on setting a chic table this season.

15 Consider all-out contemporary. When setting a spring tablescape, don't be afraid to stray from a traditional pastel color palette and set a neutral base, with light grey or ivory linen and ...