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Modern Place Settings For Every Home

While there is something wonderful about laying out your grandmother's china for special meals, modern place settings tend to have a cleaner, less fussy feel that makes them perfect for everyday as well as special occasions. Whether you're looking for a show-stopping place setting for your next dinner party or something super durable for outdoor dining, Williams Sonoma has a modern place setting option you'll love.

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The modern place settings at Williams Sonoma come in a range of colors and styles. You'll find bold patterns, unique materials and interesting shapes, all of which will complement a range of personal styles. Even if your design aesthetic isn't ultra-modern, you'll find contemporary place settings that complement your home and style. Depending upon the option you choose, you may be able to buy individual pieces as well as larger sets of multiple place settings. Here are just a few of the contemporary dinnerware collections offered at Williams Sonoma:

  • Carrara Dinnerware Sets - Inspired by the famed marble of Carrara, French designer Coline le Corre created an award-winning design that fuses refined geometric drawings with the subtle veining of marble. Each piece in this porcelain collection stands alone while also blending perfectly with the larger set. Available as a 4-, 5- or 20-piece set.
  • Apilco Zen Porcelain 10-Piece Dinnerware Set - The squared lines and beveled rims of this restaurant-quality set provide a simple, yet interesting backdrop that allows the colors and textures of your favorite meals to shine. Made in France from durable porcelain, the pieces are microwavable and dishwasher-safe.
  • Fortessa La Jolla Dinnerware Collection - These eye-catching glass pieces feature serene, whirlpool-like swirls and a smooth, translucent finish. Available in ink blue and grey, each piece has slight variations in pattern and color that make it unique. Dinner, salad and appetizer plates as well as cereal bowls are all available in sets of four.
  • Bamboo Dinnerware Collection - The perfect alternative to disposable dinnerware, these contemporary place settings feature plates, bowls and platters all made of sustainable and renewable bamboo fiber, which has been strengthened with shatterproof melamine.

Complete the Look

Once you've selected your modern place settings, you'll want to make sure that the rest of your tablescape also has an updated feel. Boldly colored linens are a great choice, particularly if you opted for a white place setting. If you are having a more formal meal, consider bringing in a bit of texture with metal or leather chargers. If you plan to update your flatware as well, Williams Sonoma offers plenty of modern options, including sets in unexpected colors like gold and black. Finally, you can keep your glassware sleek to amplify a modern vibe or go with etched glasses for an interesting contrast.