Hosting an Elegant End-of-Summer Dinner Party: A Green and White Chinoiserie Tablescape

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As the summer comes closer to its end, why not celebrate the end of the season with a dinner party that exudes elegance and charm? We set a captivating green and white Chinoiserie tablescape, blending the allure of Asian-inspired design with a fresh green and white table setting. I’m excited to share all the details so you can create this lovely dining experience in your own home. Elements such as rose medallion china, an exotic orchid centerpiece, and vintage glassware with gold rims made such an elegant combination. All of this was set on a crisp green and white striped tablecloth accented with bright yellow napkins.

Chinoiserie is my (Jess here) favorite go-to style and my small collection of rose medallion china with its colorful painted scenes gave me plenty of inspiration, I thought the green and white color combination was the perfect backdrop for these salad plates to shine. We hope just a bit of this description has got you excited, so let’s dive into in and outs of decorating this green and white Chinoiserie tablescape for a memorable end-of-summer dinner.

How to Set a Beautiful Green and White Chinoiserie Tablescape

1. Emphasize the beauty of the Rose Medallion China

Rose Medallion china gained its popularity in the 17th and 18th centuries. It has a unique pattern that often has a central medallion that’s either a bird or a peony. Four or more panels usually encircle the medallion with motifs depicting people, birds, butterflies, and trees. The recurring colors include pastel pinks and greens, with pops of reds, blues, yellows, oranges, and gold. This striking dinnerware will immediately elevate the overall aesthetic of your table and can be combined with other styles. This is still a popular pattern and you can easily find vintage pieces and modern reproductions at varying price points. The photo below gives a great view of the pretty details of this pattern that I used to tie this green and white Chinoiserie tablescape together.

2. Use a Green and White Table Setting: A Classic Combination

Complement the enchanting rose medallion China with a classic green and white Chinoiserie table setting. Opt for a green and white striped tablecloth as the foundation for your dining table. It will allow your Rose Medallion China to be the star of your table.

3. Personalized Touches: Bright Yellow Monogrammed Napkins

Add a touch of personalization to each place setting on this green and white Chinoiserie tablescape with bright yellow monogrammed napkins featuring an Asian font. I made sure to fold the napkin in a simple fashion and placed it so it would hang right under the plate so this cheery accent would not be missed. The Asian font monogrammed on the napkins was an obvious nod to the chinoiserie theme. This pop of color combined with the crisp green and white of the tablecloth, lets us combine some of the typical elements of a summer table. Adding the gold bamboo flatware and gold-rimmed vintage glasses brought the sparkle of the upcoming Fall and holiday season. The combination of these elements resulted in creating a feel of serene elegance.

4. The Enchanting Orchid Centerpiece: Beauty in Simplicity

For the centerpiece, an orchid arrangement in a rose medallion bowl will steal the show with its understated beauty. Orchids symbolize love, luxury, and refinement, making them a perfect fit for this elegant end-of-summer dinner party. The miniature orchids, with their vibrant leaves, complement the table’s color scheme perfectly. It was an easy arrangement to make, the miniature orchids were bought at Trader Joe’s and just placing them in this beautiful bowl elevated them to the next level. For directions on how we created this orchid centerpiece, press the link here.

5. Vintage Glassware with Gold Rims: Timeless Opulence

Complete the look of this green and white Chinoiserie tablescape with a mix of gold-rimmed vintage glassware. The gilded accents add glam back to your table and elevate the overall aesthetic, enhancing the Chinoiserie theme. The sparkling glassware will catch the light and cast a warm glow on your table, creating an inviting atmosphere for your guests. I used a combination of short vintage cocktail glasses and tall Italian glasses found in my local Homegoods Store.

Hosting an end-of-summer dinner party is a great opportunity to spend time with family and friends before the start of the upcoming holiday season. Creating a green and white Chinoiserie tablescape, and using rose medallion china is a surefire way to create a memorable and elegant experience. The interplay of Asian-inspired design elements, personalized touches, and classic color combinations will make your dinner table such a beautiful delight for your guests.

The group of beautiful tableware used on this table is an example of how important I (Jess) feel about supporting my fellow women entrepreneurs and their small businesses. Here is a list of the shops where I obtained most of these items:

@anna_weatherly_designs @pickardchina @underthecopperroof @penderandpeony @theoriginalbirddoginteriors @rue.de.florence @shoptheavenue @onlyatthecottage @valiaembroidery @summerillandbishop

Make sure to visit their Instagram and Facebook pages and find yourself some beautiful treasures just like I did. Just like me these women take care to curate a beautiful collection of goods and are so willing to offer informative and valuable information. I might not have my own brick-and-mortar store but the links that I have shared are ones I took the time to curate, believe in and so many times have in my personal collection. #womensupportingwomen

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If you share a love for easy-to-prepare, delicious food that is also a feast to your eyes make sure to visit the recipe for this Summer Citrus Salad. Honestly, it would be great on your Fall and Winter tables too. Here’s a link to the recipe.