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The little things that make a dining table feel finished.

Dining Table Accessories & Decor

Plates and bowls come out for meals, but a dining table is on show all day. The pieces that stay on it - a tissue box, a set of coasters, a pair of candle holders, a cutlery stand, a fruit basket - are what make it look cared for between meals. This collection brings together those everyday dining table accessories in white, gold and soft pastels, along with linens, vases and serving pieces for when guests arrive.

What to Keep on a Dining Table

Everyday Essential Why Our Pick
Tissue box Every Indian meal needs one - and it's always on show Luxury Metal Tissue Box
Coasters Protect wood and marble from tea and water rings Ceramic Coasters with Metal Holder
Salt and pepper Seasoning within reach Mini Pepper & Spice Shaker
Cutlery stand Spoons and forks ready for every meal White & Gold Cutlery Stand
Fruit basket A fresh, colourful centrepiece Gold Metal Fruit Basket
Runner or tablecloth Protects the table and sets the tone Embroidered Table Runner

Coasters

Coasters protect wooden, glass and marble tables from hot chai cups and sweating water glasses. Our ceramic coaster sets each include six round 4-inch coasters with a delicate floral design, plus a metal holder to keep them together - which is why they're sold as a set of 7. The Floral Ceramic Coasters with Gold Metal Holder come with a 4.5-inch gold stand. The Beige Floral Coasters, the White & Blue Floral Coasters and the White, Pink & Blue Floral Coasters let you choose a black or gold holder.

Tissue Boxes & Tissue Holders

A tissue box is on the table at every meal, so it may as well be beautiful. The Luxury Metal Tissue Box Holder is premium metal with a coated finish and a secure magnetic base, for dining tables, living rooms, bedrooms and offices. The Luxury Metal Tissue Box with Bird Accent adds a detachable bird on top that turns a practical holder into a small sculpture.

Candle Holders & Candle Accessories

Candlelight turns an ordinary dinner into an occasion. The Tapered Candle Holder Stand Set of 3 is metal with a brushed brass vintage finish; the Matt Black Tapered Candle Holders come as a pair for a modern look; and the Rose Gold Pillar Candle Stands (10 cm across, 2.5 cm high) have a metallic mirror finish. The Pillar Candle with Glass Hurricane & Brass Coaster shields the flame from fans and breezes.

For safety, the Automatic Candle Snuffer Set of 2 attaches to tapered candles and puts out the flame when the wax melts to a set point - in round or shell shapes, gold or silver. For hanging lanterns and tealight holders, see Decorative Vase.

Condiments, Butter & Cutlery Stands

The Mini Pepper & Spice Shaker Set of 2 in steel comes in gold, rose gold or one of each - pat dry straight after washing. The Small Porcelain Ghee & Sugar Jar sits on a wooden base with its own spoon. The Butterfly Porcelain Butter Dish has a porcelain lid and base with a detachable wooden stand, and pairs with our Jam & Butter Knife.

The White & Gold Cutlery Stand pairs a porcelain holder with a gold-polished metal stand, 20 cm tall with an 8 cm holder - ready for teaspoons, fruit forks and dessert spoons. See more in Cutlery & Cutlery Holders.

Fruit Baskets & Centrepieces

The Elegant Gold Metal Fruit Basket has a curvy edge design in sturdy metal - pile it with mangoes in summer or oranges in winter for a centrepiece that changes with the season. The Metal Bird Figurines Set of 2 add a sculptural touch beside it. For flowers, choose a low Ceramic Shell Vase so guests can see each other across the table.

How to Decorate a Dining Table

  • Start with a base: a table runner or lace tablecloth.
  • Add one centrepiece: a fruit basket, a low vase or a candle group - not all three.
  • Keep it low: nothing taller than eye level when seated.
  • Leave space: the centre should hold serving dishes at mealtimes.
  • Group essentials: tissue box, coasters and shakers together on a small tray at one end.
  • Change with the seasons: marigolds for Diwali, pine and red candles for Christmas.

Everyday vs Guest-Ready

Day to day, keep only the essentials on the table: a tissue box, coasters, a cutlery stand and a fruit basket. When guests come, clear these to a sideboard, lay a tablecloth, add napkin rings and candles, and bring out serving bowls and a jug and glass set. For a full setting guide, see Napkin Rings.

Care Tips

  • Ceramic coasters: wipe clean with a damp cloth; dry before stacking.
  • Metal tissue boxes, candle holders and baskets: dust with a soft dry cloth; avoid harsh cleaners.
  • Pepper shakers: don't leave them wet - pat dry straight away.
  • Candles: never leave burning unattended.
  • Check each product page for specific care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I keep on my dining table?

A tissue box, coasters, salt and pepper, a cutlery stand and one centrepiece like a fruit basket or low vase.

How many coasters come in a set?

Each ceramic set has six 4-inch coasters plus a metal holder - a set of 7 pieces.

Can I choose the colour of the coaster holder?

Yes - several sets let you choose a black or gold metal holder.

Does the metal tissue box stay in place?

The Luxury Metal Tissue Box Holder has a secure magnetic base.

What does an automatic candle snuffer do?

It attaches to a tapered candle and puts out the flame when the wax melts down to a set point.

What size is the cutlery stand?

The White & Gold Cutlery Stand is 20 cm tall with an 8 cm porcelain holder.

What colours do the pepper shakers come in?

Gold, rose gold, or one of each.

What is a good centrepiece for a dining table?

A gold fruit basket, a low vase or a group of candles - keep it below eye level.

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