When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Mary Hollis Huddleston Setting a perfectly laid table is an essential part of hosting.

Treat your dinner party guests to a properly set table by following these tips. A properly set formal dinner table shows thoughtfulness and respect for guests while elevating any dining experience.

For a client's baby shower, event planner Missy Peck designed this table with a gold-rimmed charger, sequined tablecloth, and a bouquet featuring red and pink roses. Kaitlin Saragusa Photography ...

If you want cooking advice that focuses on making things simple and realistic, you turn to Ina Garten. The same goes for advice about dinner parties and entertaining. Garten has repeatedly centered ...

When it comes time to serve your family dinner, whether it's Thanksgiving or Tuesday night, do you dream of your table looking like it came out of a magazine? OK, maybe that is not the goal for ...

Whether you're hosting a crowd or having an intimate holiday dinner for two, a little Thanksgiving table setting inspiration can help make your celebration a success. Beautiful and elegant ...