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.

Not sure how to set a table properly? Whether you're planning a casual gathering or a formal, intimate dinner, this is table-setting etiquette you need to know.

Basic The basic table setting is what most of us would use for weeknight dinners (that don’t involve a TV dinner), or a weekend breakfast with the family.

Thanksgiving Table For the most basic place setting all you need is a dinner plate, fabric napkin, fork, knife, spoon, a water glass, and, if you want, a wine glass.

A well-appointed table —from linens and china to glassware and centerpieces —strengthens a chic setting. But the beautiful accessories are useless if you don’t know how to set a table properly.

Don't set a basic dining table, or forget about the basics. While we encourage creativity and individuality when creating a tablescape, it's important to remember the standard protocol.

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

Napkins on the right or the left? Which way does the knife face, anyway? Sometimes it’s just plain hard to remember. Follow this guide and your table will look picture perfect, whether you're ...