24 Serving Platters a Stylist Reaches for When the Table Needs a Design Moment

A curated collection of statement platters that do far more than just hold the food — they set the mood.

Product Grid with Serving Platters for Table
(Image credit: Design Lab)

Serving platters are the unsung heroes of entertaining — quietly doing the heavy lifting while making everything on the table look intentional. They’re the pieces that turn a simple cheese board into a centerpiece, elevate weeknight takeout into something that feels styled, and make guests think you planned this whole thing (even if you didn’t).

This collection brings together 24 serving platters that strike that perfect balance between practical and personality-packed. Think sculptural silhouettes, hand-finished ceramics, rich glazes, warm woods, and playful shapes that hold their own alongside your favorite dinnerware sets. These are designs that look just as good stacked on open shelving as they do styled at the center of the table.

Because the best serving platters don’t wait for special occasions. They’re pulled out on a whim, paired with easy food, good wine glasses, and become part of how you host — whether that’s a full dinner party or olives and crisps on a Friday night. It’s about creating a table that feels relaxed, considered, and effortlessly put together.

If there’s one place to have a little fun with your tableware, it’s here. A great serving platter adds character, sparks conversation, and instantly elevates whatever you put on it — no elaborate styling required. And if you’re building your collection or searching for something specific, send me what you’re looking for. I love tracking down those just-right pieces that make a table feel thoughtful, effortless, and entirely yours.

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.