There’s something beautifully contradictory about summer. While it calls us outward- to sunlit gardens, poolside escapes, and al fresco brunches- it also beckons us inward. Into homes cooled by heritage, into rooms that offer shade, calm, and continuity. And right at the centre of that indoor escape is the table. An altar of sorts. A space where stories are plated, conversations are poured, and legacies- quite literally- sit in the cutlery.
At Thomas Goode, we’ve long believed that tables are more than surfaces. They’re stages. And summer 2025 is all about dressing that stage with elegance, emotion, and just the right hint of seasonal flair.
Here are the most striking indoor table setups to try this season:
1. The Garden Indoors
Who says botanical beauty belongs only outdoors? This summer, bring the garden in. Layer soft floral-printed plates with scalloped chargers, crystal glassware with petal-like cuts, and hand-embroidered linens in sage, pistachio, and faded rose.
Pair this with Thomas Goode’s nature-inspired porcelain from Herend- the kind where birds, blooms, and butterflies aren’t just decorative, they’re conversation starters. Dot the table with potted herbs or miniature citrus trees for scent and soul.
Signature touch: Mix vintage and modern. Let a 19th-century salad plate sit beside a sleek contemporary tumbler. The contrast breathes life.
2. The heirloom affair
Summer entertaining doesn’t always need to be breezy. Sometimes, the weight of legacy feels like the most cooling balm. For a richer, more opulent tablescape, lean into history- your family’s or the world’s.
Unveil that grand old soup tureen. Let your grandmother’s silver see daylight again. Anchor the table with Thomas Goode’s archival collections- say, a Minton dinner set once favoured by royalty, or the bone china used at Buckingham Palace.
Signature touch: Story cards. Leave a little note beside each piece, sharing where it came from or who once used it. It’s indulgent, yes- but also deeply human.
3. Laid-back luxe
This one’s for the hosts who prefer quiet elegance. Soft linens in chalk, ecru, or dusty pink. A solid china with subtle embossing. Flatware in brushed gold or champagne silver.
Choose tone-on-tone layering, mixing ivory plates with shell-coloured napkins and translucent stemware. Serve fresh burrata, heirloom tomatoes, and lemon sorbet. This is summer at its softest.
Signature touch: Add one unexpected piece- like an ornate candelabra or a bold charger- to break the monotony and remind your guests: even simplicity has flair.
4. Sundowner Soirée
If you’re not doing sunsets by the beach, recreate the mood indoors. Think jewel-toned goblets, amber glassware, and deep blue or rust-toned plates that echo the sky as it fades.
Use table runners in ochre or terracotta, and let the table glow under candlelight or dim chandeliers. Our Baccarat and Puiforcat selections add the right whisper of old-world glamour.
Signature touch: Place fresh marigolds or dahlias in low, wide bowls. Their hues mimic the setting sun- and their presence makes the evening feel anchored in the now.
5. The collector’s table
Summer 2025 is seeing a rise in tables that tell personal stories. Instead of matching sets, this setup champions eclecticism. Mix porcelain styles across decades, combine contemporary pieces with museum-grade classics, and let each guest have a completely unique setting.
It’s a table that says: “I’ve lived, I’ve travelled, I’ve collected.”
Signature touch: Frame a quote under each plate- a line from a book, a travel memory, or even a toast-worthy line from your grandmother. Every plate becomes a page.
In the end, summer 2025is about curating. About letting your table reflect the warmth outside and the stories inside. About inviting guests not just to dine, but to feel. And with Thomas Goode, every meal becomes a moment- and every setup, a legacy in the making.
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