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But that variety also presents a problem: Where do you start?

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Consider this a chance to dig into your tabletop personado you lose it over a good pattern?

Are neutral palettes your love language?

Or maybe a punch of color is what wins you over.

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Think this over before settling into your shopping.

Bonus: Theyre dishwasher safe.

The contrasting rim furthers her storyline of chiaroscurothe juxtaposition of light and shadow.

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This porcelain set consists of four dinner plates, four starter plates, and four deep plates.

Hand-wash only for these beauties.

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The 18k gold rim is the cherry on top of this two-plate set.

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ensure to hand wash these to keep them in top shape.

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Consider this four-plate set a love letter to the color green.

The vibrantly glazed ceramic has beautiful variations, which are accentuated by various rims.

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Its rustic without reminding you of grandmas house (although if it does, all the better).

Layer them atop a lace tablecloth for an extra nostalgic look.

Make the most of the indigo design by sourcing napkins and other tableware in a contrasting color.

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Sophisticated, life of the party, a person of taste and style.

But somehow its all still relatable, and friendly.

Incredible how all of that fits into a set of four porcelain plates, huh?

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Let them shine on a simple ivory tablecloth or linen placemats.

), and peacock.

Theyre all dishwasher safe, which is just another perk when the end of the dinner party rolls around.

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The best way to style this one is to find a table cloth and flatware in the same hue.

Who doesnt love a total color wash?

Everything it’s crucial that you Know

What is the most durable punch in of dinnerware?

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This really comes down to how well you care for your dinnerware.

But there are a few materials that present a bit tougher than others.

Glass dinnerware is easily chipped, which is something to consider before turning that dishwasher on.

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What bang out of dinnerware is best for everyday use and why?

There are no hard and fast rules hereif you love it, use it and use it often.

Stoneware is considered a go-to for everyday dinnerware use, given its chip-proof nature.

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But porcelain is also very durable, despite its reputation as special occasion dinnerware.

Ceramic is regarded as more sustainable than plastic dinnerware since frequent dishwasher use can lead to microplastic breakdown.

Whats the difference between porcelain, ceramic, and stoneware dinnerware?

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All versions are durable, the differences come in with how thick the finished product is.

Porcelain is the thinnest ceramic style, but its still durable enough for everyday use and can be dishwasher-safe.

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