Set Your Table With Elegant French Dinner Plates From Williams Sonoma

You've chosen your table linens, perfected your menu for the evening and put out all of your favorite accessories like candle holders and napkin rings. While you've probably got some time left in the kitchen, knowing what plates you'll be using before it's time to serve your meal is an absolute must.

At Williams Sonoma, we have stylish French dinner plates that run the gamut from traditional brasserie styles to ultra-modern looks. Use this quick guide to learn more about our selection of French dinner plates so your next dinner party is a smash.

What Kinds of French Dinner Plates Can I Buy?

Whatever you like to cook, from perfect plated dishes to simple, casual meals, you're going to need plates for everybody when dinner begins. You'll also need them for daily use at home with your family. Here are some of the French dinner plates you can add to your collection today:

• Classic white plates. When you've worked for hours in the kitchen and found just right garnish, you don't always need a pretty plate to make your meal complete. With classic white plates from France, you get quality that you can feel without distracting designs. Now your food can be the center of everyone's attention at the table.
• Dark plate designs. You can't go wrong with classic white plates, but sometimes your dishes need a bold touch. Our dark plate designs are an ideal option. Available as a set, you can quickly add some drama to your table.
• Color-banded plates. Right at home in a traditional French restaurant, color-banded plates add a subtle splash of color to your table. They're particularly great if you're looking for high-quality day-to-day dinnerware for your home.
• Prints and patterns. Go bold with an assortment of classic French prints on salad, appetizer, dinner and dessert plates. Homes with a more modern design scheme can also benefit from fun, playful graphic prints that feature slogans, sayings and contemporary looks. A little more casual, printed plates are ideal for breakfast, lunch and weeknight family dinners.

Shop Williams Sonoma today to find French dinner plates for everyday use, special occasion meals, holiday dinners, weekend celebrations and more. Take a few moments to check out our selection of napkin rings, charger plates, table runners, placemats and more. With our tabletop designs and a set of French dinner plates, you'll impress everyone that sits down for dinner in your home.