From Plates To Glassware, This Is The Summer Dinnerware Designers *Actually* Use

When shopping for summer dining essentials, the problem often isn’t that you can’t find anything you want. No — if you’ve been down this path before, you know that there are so many incredible choices, it’s almost impossible to choose any one thing. When faced with an exciting array of beautiful colors, playful prints, stunning materials, and unique shapes and details, narrowing down your selection almost feels like a crime. At a certain point, though, there’s no other option: Your dinner party is approaching, and you have to settle on a select few pieces to help serve your guests. When that happens, don’t panic-buy; rather, simply look to the dinnerware that’s been approved (and used) by interior designers for summer soirées.

If there’s anyone you can trust to put together a stylish evening, it’s the pros who design homes for a living. They’re experts at creating color palettes, infusing balance, choosing quality home goods, and just generally making things look incredible. Thus, TZR reached out to some of the most talented ones we know to get their recommendations. And they delivered: From patterned melamine plates to spirited glassware sets to unexpected tabletop decor, they shared their suggestions for seriously chic hosting.

With summer sales in full swing and plenty of warm weather left in the year, now’s the perfect time to stock up for all the fêtes ahead — and these designer-approved staples are the best place to start. Keep scrolling to shop their favorites.

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