Elegant Thanksgiving Table Decor: Embrace the Beauty of Fall

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Blue and Harvest Gold Place-Setting: A Balance of Elegance and Warmth
- How to Assemble the Place-Setting:
The Centerpiece: A Garland with Flowers and Pumpkins
Adding Stylish Seasonal Decor
Why This Tablescape Is Perfect for Fall and Thanksgiving
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Fall is here, and it’s the perfect time to embrace the season’s beauty with a cozy and stylish tablescape! For this blog post, I’m sharing my Blue and Harvest Gold Fall Tablescape that’s elegant, versatile, and perfect for transitioning from fall into Thanksgiving. This color palette combines soft navy blue with warm harvest gold, creating a feeling of warmth in my home as we head into the fall season.

Whether you’re hosting a Thanksgiving dinner, a friends-giving, or any casual autumn gathering, I hope this blue and harvest gold tablescape offers some creative inspiration for any of your fall celebrations.

Blue and Harvest Gold Place-Setting: A Balance of Elegance and Warmth

For this tablescape, I created two variations of the place-setting to give options for styling as well as what I was serving. The first includes a bowl on top of the layered plates, perfect for serving soup or salad. The second removes the bowl for a simpler look, showcasing the mix of dishes.

blue and harvest gold place-settings thanksgiving table

How to Assemble the Place-Setting:

Start with a gold placemat as the base. I bought these placemats at Homegoods.
Add a dinner plate in a soft navy blue or harvest gold. Here’s another option for a harvest gold plate.
Layer a contrasting salad plate on top.
Place a blue, white, and gold napkin (paper or cloth) beneath the salad plate to add texture and interest. I used paper this time because I found these napkins that matched the dishes perfectly. I bought mine at Homegoods. Here’s a similar one and another option.
For the first variation, add a coordinating bowl in blue or harvest gold on top.

Gold flatware and gold-rimmed glasses elevate the look, tying together the warmth of the harvest gold accents with the cooler blue tones. The wine glasses are from Homegoods as well, but here is a similar one.

The Centerpiece: A Garland with Flowers and Pumpkins

The centerpiece is the star of this tablescape! Using a base of artificial olive leaf branches and a garland, I added layers of soft, seasonal colors:

Harvest gold ranunculus flowers for warmth.
Cream-colored pear blossoms for lightness.
Blue ranunculus stems and blueberry stems to bring out the navy tones.

To complete the centerpiece, I incorporated small harvest gold bowls filled with acorns, which can double as serving dishes for condiments or desserts. I bought these bowls at a local store so I apologize for not having a link for them. Gold candlesticks and matching taper candles add a warm glow, perfect for cozy fall evenings.

Adding Stylish Seasonal Decor

To tie the entire table together, consider adding these complementary seasonal accents:

Assorted velvet pumpkins in gold or navy blue. I used my harvest gold velvet pumpkins.
Pinecones and small gourds for a rustic autumn vibe.
A table runner in matching shades for added depth.
Harvest-themed napkin rings or place cards for a personal touch. I didn’t add these in but these are just some ideas! Be creative and do whatever makes you happy!

Why This Tablescape Is Perfect for Fall and Thanksgiving

The versatility of the blue and harvest gold color palette allows this tablescape to work beautifully throughout the fall season. For Thanksgiving, you can easily swap a few decorative elements—like adding turkey-themed napkin rings or a gratitude board—for a more holiday-specific look. I love having a versatile table that works for all the holidays within a season. Try mixing and matching different plates, napkins or other decor to create different variations throughout the season.