The Best Dining Sets for Holiday Entertaining
Nov 01, 2018
In addition to a flawless dinner party menu, a quality dining set is key to ensure your friends stay happy when you're entertaining. (Psst! Now is the time to ditch that folding set!) If you're in the market for top-notch furniture, scroll through to shop six mix-and-match picks to get you through the season ahead.
Best Modern: If you're looking for a choice that'll match your contemporary aesthetic, then this Poly & Bark Vortex Side Chair ($61) and Kure Marcus Dining Table ($995) duo will be right up your alley.
Why We Love It: Minimalist, sleek, easy to clean
The Downside: Meant for smaller spaces
Best Formal: Looking to impress your friends? Go with this elegant MOD Armaya Velvet Dining Chair ($249) and Meridian Furniture Cameron Dining Table ($752) ensemble.
Why We Love It: Gold accents, luxe velvet finishing, marble tabletop
The Downside: Expensive, not practical for daily use
Best Small Space: Calling all small space dwellers! Just because you're short on square-footage, doesn't mean you should go without a decent setup. Combine the West Elm Velvet Dining Chair ($249) and World Market Leilani Tulip Dining Table ($349) for a seamless fit in your pint-sized place.
Why We Love It: Compact, elegant details, stylish
The Downside: Not meant for large gatherings
Best Glass: Get ready to create a dreamy, high-end eating area. The vibe of the Blu Dot Between Us Dining Chair ($199) and CB2 Scarpa Dining Table ($999) will work wonders for your dining room.
Why We Love It: Seats eight, trendy see-through design
The Downside: Fragile and expensive
Best Large Capacity: When everyone RSVPs yes, plan for a full house with this Inmod Wishbone Dining Chair ($169) and Article Seno Table ($1,199) set. You'll have room for all of your nearest and dearest.
Why We Love It: Seats 12, durable, can be resized
The Downside: Some assembly required
Most Affordable: Put your money toward the meal itself. With this Project 62 Becket Dining Chair ($100) and Porch & Den Corcoran White Dining Table ($147) power couple, you'll save on furnishings without sacrificing functionality.
Why We Love It: Affordable, classic look, multiple color choices
The Downside: Won't last forever
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