Learn how to set a table, from a basic table setting, to an informal table setting for a casual dinner party, to a formal place setting for a holiday.

Whether you're planning a casual gathering or a more formal, intimate dinner, here's how to set a table properly.

Though a tablecloth is not necessary for the casual table setting, it can certainly elevate a tablescape in a slightly fancier setting. Gather the necessary dishes, glasses, and silverware.

Follow this guide and your table will look picture perfect, whether you're going formal or casual.1. Chargers and PlacematsFor a formal table: Place a charger, or presentation plate, at every ...

See 14 standout table designs from Dering Hall designers, and read their advice on setting a chic table this season.

Young Huh, an interior designer, relishes setting an outdoor table when she’s entertaining guests at her house in Hyde Park, N.Y. Stefano Ukmar for The New York Times ...

4 Ways to Set a Perfect Holiday Table, From Ultra-Formal to Super Casual The food, drinks, music and lighting all set a tone for a party, but so do your place settings. Here's how to get the vibe ...