24 Finds for Your Christmas Table That Make Instant Centerpieces and Charming Details Guests Will Definitely Notice

A curated list of the best table decor for Christmas, as recommended by Livingetc's stylists

a table set for christmas with beautiful place settings, flowers, and candles
(Image credit: Malcolm Menzies. Design: Project London)

There’s something deliciously thrilling about dressing a Christmas table - it’s the one moment of the year when you can be bold, playful, a little theatrical even. Your table becomes a stage, and every object is a character. And this season? I want each character to be unforgettable.

Because here’s what I’ve learned as an interior stylist for Design Lab: the objects we place around us truly transform how we feel. They spark conversations, shift the mood, elevate the everyday into something wonderfully cinematic. And Christmas is the ultimate occasion to let your tableware do the talking.

For this collection, I’ve hand-selected 24 pieces that aren't just Christmas table decor ideas — they create moments. A photo holder that becomes a tiny sculptural surprise. A candleholder that casts the kind of glow that makes everyone look just a little more magical. A sugar pot so charming that guests actually laugh, lean in, and ask, “Where did you find this?” And the best part? Some of these pieces are delightfully affordable - proof that style doesn’t need to shout to be heard.

I don’t believe in gatekeeping great design, so consider this your personal invitation to shop the pieces I’m truly obsessed with this season — the ones guaranteed to turn your Christmas table into the kind of setup everyone will talk about long after the last toast. And, if you can't find what you're looking for on this list, just drop me an email, for free, and I'll help you find exactly what you're looking for.

The Theatrical Table: Playful Pops & Bold Little Wonders

The Gold Table: Metallics That Steal The Scene

The Silver Table: Cool Accents That Light Up The Table

I love a table that indulges the senses, and every item here has been chosen with that in mind. Textures that tempt your guests to reach out and touch, colors that draw the eye, scents that mingle softly with the aroma of your feast, and shapes that feel almost collectible. It’s playful layering at its best, because Christmas decor should feel joyful, not rigid.

And if you’re looking at your table, unsure where to begin, or if you simply want a stylist’s eye to help you curate a magical Christmas moment, I’m here for you.

Send me your request, and I’ll find the pieces that feel just right for your home, your style, and your holiday story.

Iokasti Sotirakopoulou
Stylist

With studies in Interior and Spatial Design in Milan and a background as a design and styling consultant, Iokasti helps people discover their personal style and translate it into interiors that feel lived-in, layered, and full of character. Her approach is rooted in listening and intuition, understanding how people live and what makes them feel at home. She loves mixing old and brand-new pieces to create spaces that feel timeless yet personal. Inspired by her travels, Iokasti enjoys collecting unique pieces from around the world and styling them in a way that feels natural, personal, and full of soul. She believes great design should feel effortless, a little playful, a little unexpected, and always full of life.