A neutral Christmas table: let the glass sparkle

Neutral cloths, fewer prints and more detail. Discover how glasses give character to an understated Christmas table.

A neutral Christmas table: let the glass sparkle

A neutral base. Sparkle in the glass.

For this Christmas, table decoration ideas point towards calmer foundations, with neutral tablecloths instead of large festive prints. That is good news if you like a table with its own identity.

When the base is understated, the details speak. Glasses catch the candlelight and, without any effort, become the piece your guests notice.

What changes at the table

Symphony red wine, 570 ml

Set of 2 Symphony red wine glasses by Stölzle Lausitz, in crystalline glass

Clean lines, for a Christmas table that values calm elegance.

Set of 2 glasses: €20.48, VAT included.

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Each set includes 2 Stölzle Lausitz crystalline glasses, about 25 cm tall.

Starlight universal, 545 ml

One design for red, white and water, which keeps the table coherent from aperitif to dessert.

Set of 2 glasses: €20.48, VAT included.

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Each set includes 2 Stölzle Lausitz crystalline glasses, about 24 cm tall.

Other ways to set the table

For a toast, see the Fino sparkling wine glasses. For a fuller-bodied red, the Cocoon Bordeaux. These suggestions help you choose, but your own taste counts too. Sets of 2 glasses start at €20.48 (VAT included).

Before you choose

Can I mix glasses of different designs?

You can, if you keep the same family of shapes or the same tone of glass. A single design is the safest route to an elegant table.

How many glasses should I plan per person?

One for wine and one for water is a practical base. If you serve two wines, you can add a third.

How do I keep glasses sparkling?

Dry them with a clean, lint-free cloth before setting the table. The shine shows best by candlelight.

Can they go in the dishwasher?

According to the product pages, these glasses stand up well to the dishwasher.

Hosting is an act of care

In the end, a Christmas table tells people who set it. A few well-chosen pieces say more than many.