Whether you’re hosting a lush garden party or a candlelit dinner for two, the table is essential for setting the scene. To help impress your guests with a spectacular soiree, we’ve rounded up the best homeware brands for every taste, budget and style.
In the Roundhouse
Known for chic Italian words and sea-splashed prints, In the Roundhouse regularly collaborates with artists and iconic Aussie brands to bring colour, connection, and memories to the table. Offering everything from quirky cutlery and pretty platters to premium plates designed for mixing and matching, it’s a one-stop shop for creating the perfect tabletop.
Ciao Bella Small Tray, $25 at David Jones
Pink & Green Stripe Cutlery Set, $120 at In The Round House
Prawn Plate, $29 at David Jones
Sarah Ellen Limited Edition Set, $120 at In The Round House
Large La Dolce Vita Platter, $80 at David Jones
Fazeek
Chances are you’ve spotted the famous wave glasses while scrolling through instagram, but this Melbourne brand offers a multitude of colourful pieces to uplift your home, and more importantly the table. Fazeek’s range of dinner, drink and serveware offers playful colour combos and feminine designs to bring a touch of sophisticated elegance to the table.
Wave Salad Servers, $109 at David Jones
Half Half Tablecloth, $130 at David Jones
Two x Wave Glasses, $79 at David Jones
Wave Oval Platter, $129 at Fazeek
Two x Wave Side Plates, $69 at David Jones
Kmart
Interior trends can come and go, which is why Kmart’s luxe looks for less are ideal for those not wanting to blow the household budget. Shop the basics with the vast range of homewares featuring dinner sets and serving boards, or brighten up your entertaining space with trendy tinted glassware and a range of napkins, tablecloths and coasters to match.
Wavy Line Table Runner, $12 at Kmart
2 Striped Stoneware Mugs, $8 at Kmart
Terra Glazed Mini Bowl, $3.50 at Kmart
16 Piece Grace Cutlery Set, $22 at Kmart
Decorative Bowl, $10 at Kmart
Maison Balzac
A touch of luxury is just a delicate gobelet away with Maison Balzac’s range of French-inspired homewares. Top your table with beautiful platters and playful hand-blown pieces that are guaranteed conversation starters. Our pick? The iconic carafe and glass set available in an array of colours to suit every interior.
Volute Candles (set of 2), $25 at Maison Balzac
Carafe & Glass, $89 at Aura Home
Vase, $69 at Maison Balzac
Wild Rose Napkins (set of 4), $119 at Maison Balzac
Wine Glasses (set of 2), $79 at Maison Balzac
Kip & Co
Offering bold and bright pieces for every corner of the home, it’s no surprise Kip & Co’s selection of kitchen and tableware is perfect for the modern maximalist. Female-founded in Melbourne, the brand is committed to bringing a sustainable approach into the world of homewares. We’re loving the latest collaboration with Ernabella Arts, one of Australia’s oldest-running Indigenous arts centres, featuring gorgeous linen pieces complete with matching aprons.
Checkered Mug (set of 2), $59 at Kip & Co
Ernabella Arts Ngayuku Ngura napkins (set of 4), $75 at Kip & Co
Sweetheart Speckle Tumbler Glass (set of 2), $49 at The Iconic
Hot Lips Brasserie Cake Server, $39 at Kip & Co
Pomodori Salad Bowl, $99 at Kip & Co