This season, table decoration is not about perfection or minimalism but about depth and atmosphere. Holiday tables are becoming richer in detail, dramatic in presence and full of warmth and personality. They are designed to surprise.

1. Glass, Crystal and Soft Light

Transparency replaces glitter. Cut glass, crystal and candlelight bring a subtle brilliance that feels both timeless and intimate. It’s all about light (not shine) and about surfaces that reflect it softly. A table dressed in crystal glasses or glass candlesticks instantly feels elevated and festive.

2. Ribbons Everywhere

Velvet and silk ribbons appear as standout decorations and there’s no need to hold back. Tie them around chairs, weave them through tablecloths, wrap them around candles or cutlery or fill an entire tree with bows. From minimalist to maximal. Ribbons add elegance to every setting and bring a touch of charm to any festive table.

3. Flowers as Sculptures

This year, flowers take center stage. Long stems, natural asymmetry and seasonal varieties such as amaryllis or berry branches add rhythm and movement to the table. Arrangements should feel loose and alive. It should feel like a work of art that has unfolded naturally. Try to combine with candles or glassware for extra depth and dimension.

4. Greenery and Citrus

Greenery and citrus are the simplest ways to add color and fragrance. Garlands of cedar, eucalyptus and magnolia mixed with dried orange slices create a fresh, natural atmosphere.Towers of oranges or a bowl of citrus fruit look beautifully festive on a richly dressed table and fill the room with a soft, warm scent.

5. Modern Renaissance

One of the trends this season is the Modern Renaissance. It’s dramatic, layered and abundant. Long tables become living still lifes draped in linen and overflowing with flowers as well as some fruit and foliage. Roses, grapes, figs and pomegranates intertwine, while tall candlesticks at different heights cast a golden glow across the setting. Marble, brass and glass bring structure. The loose arrangements of flowers and fruit adds warmth and poetry. This will become a decor that brings an ode to craft.