Stan Verstraete
The art of table dressing
Some tips and tricks by the designer and founder of Stan Edtions
A beautifully set table is more than just plates, glasses, and cutlery lined up in perfect order. It’s an expression — of mood, of style, of the moment you want to create. Whether it’s a quiet breakfast for two, a spontaneous dinner with friends, or a carefully planned celebration, the way you dress your table has the power to transform the experience.
The start: intention
The art of table dressing starts with intention.
Do you want your guests to feel relaxed and at home? Choose soft, natural textures, muted tones, and simple, elegant details.
Looking to create a lively, playful mood? Mix bold colours, unexpected objects, and fresh seasonal flowers to spark conversation and smiles.
“It’s in the small choices — the napkin folded just so, a stackable candle that flickers at the right height, or a ceramic vase holding a few carefully chosen stems — that the table comes alive. These subtle layers turn an ordinary meal into a shared moment, a memory in the making..”
- Stan Verstraete
Layer your coffee table like a small stage:
Alabaster tea light holders
cluster our alabaster tealight holders in sets of four or more to build height, rhythm, and a warm, inviting glow. Mix sizes and colors to echo your palette and turn candlelight into a statement that ties books, flowers, and textures together. The result is an effortless mood piece that moves from quiet mornings to lively evenings with a single spark.
Pre-made coffee table set
Meet our pre-made coffee table set: a perfectly curated mix of stackable candles in rich autumn tones. Balanced heights and shapes mean instant harmony—just place, light, and enjoy. It’s a no-brainer centerpiece that adds warmth, depth, and seasonal color in seconds.
Sand color table set
Meet our sand & beige coffee table set: a curated mix of stackable candles in soft, sun-washed neutrals. The layered heights create quiet elegance—just place, light, and let the warm glow ground your space. A no-brainer centerpiece that adds texture, calm, and effortless style.
a stage for creativity
At Stan Editions, we see the table — whether it’s for dining, coffee, or cocktails — as a stage for creativity. A place where you can experiment with shapes, colours, and objects, and where no two settings have to look the same. Maybe today it’s minimal and monochrome; tomorrow it’s eclectic and full of character.
its not about perfection
Because in the end, table dressing isn’t about perfection — it’s about atmosphere. It’s about setting the tone for connection, for celebration, for beauty in the everyday.
How will you dress your table today?
