Entertaining How to Invigorate Old China with Contemporary, but Complementary Table Accessories What is old can be new again with a few strategical updates. By Jennifer Fernandez Published on November 2, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Bryan Gardner To invigorate the look of old china on your table, embrace its palette and identify common shapes and details to weave through the new elements. These helpful suggestions will also ensure that Grandma's wedding dishes live happily ever after. Top Picks Juliska Country Estate Main House Tureen in Delft Blue Martha Stewart Faux Bois Serving Platter Estelle Colored Wine Glasses Sferra Festival Napkins Mud Australia Pebble Large Bowl in Blossom How to Use Classic China Alongside Contemporary Pieces When Designing Your Holiday Tablescapes Add New Patterns Stick to the colors of your old china to keep the table cohesive, but mix in a serving piece with another motif that complements it. 01 of 09 Juliska Courtesy of Juliska A tiny house and giant vines bring whimsy to this formal future heirloom. Shop Now: Juliska Country Estate Main House Tureen in Delft Blue, $450, onekingslane.com. 02 of 09 Caskata Courtesy of Caskata The large gilded leaves on this versatile vessel work beautifully with floral china. Shop Now: Caskata Arbor Medium Serving Bowl in Gold, $95, caskata.com. 03 of 09 Ginori Courtesy of Ginori 1735 An oversize, attention-grabbing take on chinoiserie, this comes in 19 other colors. Shop Now: Ginori 1735 Oriente Italiano Platter in Cipria, $250, ginori1735.com. Play Up One Color Choose a shade from your pattern that you want to highlight, and let it fly in accent pieces like linens or glasses. 04 of 09 Mud Australia Courtesy of Mud Australia This simple beauty is available in 19 colors, from Duck Egg to Wasabi. Shop Now: Mud Australia Pebble Large Bowl in Blossom, $160, us.mudaustralia.com. 05 of 09 Sferra Courtesy of Sferra Hemstitched linen is extra-elegant—pick from 102 colors for a perfect match. Shop Now: Sferra Festival Napkins in Curry, Ocean, and Petal, $31 each, sferra.com. 06 of 09 Estelle Courtesy of West Elm Eighteen shades for your red, white, or rosé. Shop Now: Estelle Colored Wine Glasses in Amber Smoke, Blush Pink, and Cobalt Blue, $190 for six different colors; $175 for six of the same, westelm.com. Mix Mod Materials Elevate older porcelain with glass, wood, metal, or ceramic items that add texture and dimension to your table. 07 of 09 Simon Pearce Courtesy of Simon Pearce A clear, clean-lined glass pitcher looks at home on any tablescape. Shop Now: Simon Pearce Ascutney Pitcher, $150, simonpearce.com. 08 of 09 Spencer Peterman Courtesy of Spencer Peterman Handmade from upcycled wood, it lends organic warmth to old-fashioned plates. Shop Now: Spencer Peterman Cherrywood Bowl, 10", $90, spencerpeterman.com. 09 of 09 Martha Stewart Courtesy of Wayfair Your new favorite platter: faux-bois in a fresh shade. Shop Now: Martha Stewart Faux Bois Serving Platter, 14", $31.99, wayfair.com. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit