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Whether it's for an informal meal or a stylish dinner, setting a table according to the rules of the art can be an ordeal. Discover our tips for creating a perfect table setting in no time at all!
In general, the diners’ plates should be at least 50 cm apart and placed 2.5 cm from the edge of the table. Limited space? Keep things cosy and bring the plates closer together. The cutlery is arranged on each side of the plate: the knives and soup spoons on the right, the forks on the left. To make it easier for your guests, here's a simple rule: Cutlery should be laid out in the order it will be used. As such, the cutlery you use first will be placed furthest from the plate. The water glass and the wine glass(es) go above the plate. For a table set in the French style, the teeth of the fork lie face-down on the table. Take care to place the knives with the blade facing towards the plate.

Formal or on-trend, the napkin takes on endless shapes and becomes a vital decorative asset for your table. Here are some tips on how to make your napkin a decorative item in its own right. Simply placed under the plate, tied in a knot or rolled and secured with a leather lace, this season simplicity is the order of the day.