C E N T E R P IE C E
A compote is perfect
for flowers, Rosanna
says. It elevates
them enough to
draw attention,
but not so much to
hinder conversation
across the table.
T A B L E LIN E N S
A runner adds a dra-
matic stripe of color
that makes white
dishes stand out,
Rosanna says. It’s
also easier to iron
than a tablecloth.
Add a matching
napkin with a
creative pocket fold.
P L A C E S E T T IN G
Layer on festive
dessert and dipper
plates to spruce up
everyday dishes for
Christmas. (Bonus:
They store more
compactly than a
full set of holiday
dishes would.)
“Dress your table as you would
dress yourself. Let your
style come through. There are no
anymoref-just havefum”
Rosanna Bowles
