{"id":31046,"date":"2022-12-28T09:00:13","date_gmt":"2022-12-27T22:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/?post_type=articles&#038;p=225192"},"modified":"2022-12-28T10:05:02","modified_gmt":"2022-12-28T06:05:02","slug":"how-to-tablescape-jessica-nguyen","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/articles\/how-to-tablescape-jessica-nguyen\/","title":{"rendered":"A Step-By-Step Guide On Building The Perfect Tablescape"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_225201\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-225201\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-225201\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/JessicaNguyen_FentonFenton_September_Credit-Maddie-Roux-JessicaNguyen_FentonFenton_September_ROUX_72px-254.jpg\" alt=\"Tablescaping\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1536\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-225201\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Maddie Roux<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>While gift-giving might be top of mind (<a href=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/articles\/grazia-holiday-hot-list-2022-1-gift-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">see our first gift guide here<\/a>), organising festive and new year celebrations can often come second. There\u2019s curating the perfect menu (keeping in mind gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan dietaries), the guest list and finally, a venue. Hosting is no easy feat, and with our obsession for <em>aesthetics<\/em>, the tablescape has become just as important as the food.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Cf1NUKvvGNS\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:500px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\">\n<div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Cf1NUKvvGNS\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/p>\n<div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; 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border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Cf1NUKvvGNS\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by JESSICA NGUYEN- COOK &amp; CREATIVE (@jessica_nguyen_)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Tablescaping, for the unacquainted, describes the setting and decorating of the dining table according to a theme. The perfect tablescape exudes personality and ambience to an otherwise plain table, and thanks to the creative powers that be on the internet, it\u2019s now a viral sensation. Foodie influencer and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.non.world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NON<\/a> ambassador Jessica Nguyen knows all about this affinity after finding fame in lockdown for her delicious recipes and aesthetic home styling.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_225200\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-225200\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-225200\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/JessicaNguyen_FentonFenton_September_Credit-Maddie-Roux-JessicaNguyen_FentonFenton_September_ROUX_72px-164.jpg\" alt=\"Tablescaping\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1536\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-225200\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Maddie Roux<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m a big advocate for tablescaping, and whilst others may think it\u2019s frivolous or gratuitous to spend time dressing up a table, it\u2019s absolutely not,\u201d Nguyen told GRAZIA. \u201cTo me, tablescaping sets the intention and mood for your meal.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In the lead-up to Christmas day lunch, we tapped the creative for her take on the viral trend and asked how we could emulate the perfect tablescape at home. Here is her step-by-step guide.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-subheadline-style\">The Tablecloth<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>A tablecloth is the fastest and easiest way to transform a tablescape. I love a fun print or patterned tablecloth for the table and will shamelessly recommend my tablecloth collection I collaborated with Kip &amp; Co on.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-225193\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Untitled-design-22.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"product-style\">Kip &amp; Co x Jessica Nguyen Check Linen Table Cloth, $159.<\/span> <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kipandco.com.au\/collections\/kip-co-x-jessica-nguyen\/products\/kip-co-x-jessica-nguyen-summer-sunset-check-linen-tablecloth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>If you don\u2019t own any tablecloths, even a picnic blanket or flat sheet from your linen cupboard will work!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-subheadline-style\">The Glasses<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Glassware is important for the table&#8230; I love having coloured glassware that is mismatched to add interest to a table. Plus, I rarely have a full set of glasses these days, there\u2019s always one missing from a set, a sign of many good drinks and parties. A lot of mine are sourced from all over, including op shops and places I\u2019ve travelled to, but here are some of my favourites that you can purchase to add to your collection.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-225194\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Untitled-design-23.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" \/><br \/>\n<span class=\"product-style\">Fenton &amp; Fenton Champagne Flutes, $120<\/span>. <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fentonandfenton.com.au\/products\/champagne-flutes-in-flamingo-set-of-4?variant=39896275189850\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"product-style\">Aeyer Cascais Cup set, $79.<\/span> <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/reliquiacollective.com\/collections\/living\/products\/copy-of-coro-cup-set-in-amber?variant=33037325991959\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"product-style\">Maison Balzac Large Goblet Sets, $89<\/span><span class=\"price-style\">. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maisonbalzac.com\/collections\/large-gobelets\/products\/summer-set-4-gobelets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The Bar Cart<\/p>\n<p><em>I always like to set up an area for the drinks, where there\u2019s water and a bucket for cold drinks chilling and maybe a few spirits and cocktail equipment for people to help themselves. It could be a table, a <a href=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/articles\/how-to-build-bar-cart\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bar cart<\/a> or the sideboard. If you set this up in advance, it naturally gestures to your guests to top themselves up.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-225195\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Untitled-design-24.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"product-style\">Fenton &amp; Fenton Wild Child Bar Cart, $890.<\/span> <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fentonandfenton.com.au\/products\/wild-child-bar-cart?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4oLh6unh-wIVyn4rCh3FiwosEAQYAyABEgLLMPD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-subheadline-style\">The Drinks<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>A welcome drink is key to the perfect dinner party and I always have a few bottles chilled in my fridge ready to go, both alcoholic and nonalcoholic to cater to everyone\u2019s needs. I always have a few bottles of NON ready as my non-alcoholic drink option as the bottles are beautifully designed and will look good on a table, the shape lends itself to looking like a wine but most of all the flavours and tastes are unique and pair wonderfully with food.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-225196\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Untitled-design-25.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"product-style\">NON Drinks The Everyday Set, $90.<\/span> <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.non.world\/collections\/all\/products\/non-everyday-set\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-subheadline-style\">The Serveware<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Every table needs fun yet functional platters to serve the food on. I love this playful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maisonbalzac.com\/collections\/platters-catchalls\/products\/prawn-cocktail-platter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Prawn Platter from Maison Balzac<\/a> as well as their bamboo platters which are made of sustainable and biodegradable bamboo. They are really lightweight and portable making them perfect for summer picnics and entertaining.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-225197\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Untitled-design-26.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"product-style\">Maison Balzac Bamboo Ocean Platter, $119.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maisonbalzac.com\/products\/ocean-platter-pink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"price-style\">SHOP NOW<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-subheadline-style\">The Condiments<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.thecoolhunter.net\/product\/spicy-serum-50ml\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Spicy Serum<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lecreuset.com.au\/en_AU\/p\/salt-mill\/MI4400221.html?dwvar_MI4400221_color=nectar&amp;dwvar_MI4400221_size=21cm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Le Creuset Salt Mill<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lecreuset.com.au\/en_AU\/p\/pepper-mill\/MI4400121.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Le Creuset Pepper Mill<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-subheadline-style\">The Apron<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>When you\u2019re the host prepping food and setting everything up, an apron is something I wear to make sure I don\u2019t get anything on my outfit beforehand. I love this apron and have been wearing it for over five years now.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-225198 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Untitled-design-27.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"product-style\">Cargo Crew Boston Denim Bib Apron, $45.<\/span> <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cargocrew.com.au\/product\/boston-distressed-denim-bib-apron-light-blue\/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIz4v89Ovh-wIV2BwrCh2hTAPWEAQYASABEgJ9G_D_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-subheadline-style\">The Flourishes<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Flowers and candles will always set the mood (editors note: if you\u2019re Sydney based we love Poho Flowers for a tablescape), but don\u2019t go overboard with them because it really should be about the food and drink. Flowers will play into the theme or aesthetic you\u2019re going for and the lit candles in a holder will provide ambience. If you\u2019re not a flower person, you could even use things like branches, foliage or even fruits and ingredients that tie into your theme or menu<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-225199\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Untitled-design-28.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" \/>Maison <span class=\"product-style\">Maison Balzac Pomponette Vase, $159.<\/span> <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maisonbalzac.com\/collections\/vases\/products\/pomponette-vase\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"product-style\">Maison Balzac 5 Chandelles, $35.<\/span> <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maisonbalzac.com\/products\/5-chandelles-summer-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"product-style\">PDaddi Candle holders, $222.<\/span> <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plantmama.com.au\/shop\/p\/mooms-candle-holder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-subheadline-style\">Food<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Summery lunches are filled with seafood for me. So I love a fresh seafood platter, some easy to whip up baked scallops and maybe a retro prawn cocktail elegantly dressed in martini glasses and for drinks, I\u2019d pair this with:<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"product-style\">NON1 SALTED RASPBERRY &amp; CHAMOMILE, $30<\/span>. <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.non.world\/collections\/all\/products\/salted-raspberry-chamomile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CkvFY0tjkUO\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:500px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\">\n<div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a 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