Ina Garten emphasizes the art of creating an elegant table setting by mixing and matching various elements rather than sticking to a perfectly coordinated look. In a recent Instagram post, she advises setting color palettes for harmony while allowing creative freedom within those hues. This can include varying patterns for napkins and colors for plates, alongside diverse glassware. Garten's approach encourages playfulness with different chairs and other elements, highlighting how thoughtful combinations can result in an effortlessly chic aesthetic, similar to the style preferred by the British Queen.
"People think that in order to have a beautiful table setting, everything needs to match perfectly. I actually think it's much more interesting to mix things up - but you need to mix them up thoughtfully."
"For this table, I chose a simple palette like blue, orange, and cream. From there, you can pick different patterned napkins within the scheme, or even various colorful plates in those same colors, and everything will look harmonious."
"I have lots of different glasses and napkins - even different chairs! It all goes together and looks effortlessly chic!"
"When we toured Buckingham Palace, they made a point of explaining that the Queen preferred to mix and match too, making the best use of all of the royal collections."
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