Not Neutral, Graphic Table Settings

Today is table settings. Fun ones. Don't know why, but these left an impression on me about a week ago. I think because they're so 'graphic'. Let me define that. Basic flat shapes or patterning with not so much detail(or 'depth'; as 'basic' would imply)... They're bold, but not tacky(the consistent presence of black and white keep them toned down a bit which is good). They're modern, but could work on an eclectic table with mixed pieces as well(as long as it's not too crazy). And most importantly, they're not boring(something to always try to avoid). The first two are particularly cleaver, and if you have a thing for maps like I do lately you're in luck(again) because they're architectural city plans. You can follow up on the recent post about antique maps as wall decor if you're into that type of thing here. Wouldn't advise mixing the two together directly, but they're both fun options depending on your taste. The tabletop below is all by a smaller brand named Not Neutral(like the name), and all linked to the retailer for convenient impulse action.

Best,
Thomas-Michael

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Graphic Design Tabletop Table Settings From Not Neutral, Washington DC
...self explanatory, these are a great conversation piece/just fun to have around. And if you're looking to get serious about why city plans would be on plates; I'd say it's a reflection of a more general cultural impulse towards the visual information environment(another post/too deep for today).

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Graphic Design Tabletop Table Settings From Not Neutral
Las Vegas, another fun city map plate.

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Graphic Design Tabletop Table Settings From Not Neutral
...k, enough with the city maps; these are very petite and cute. Always love lite blue on anything. Particularly delicate patterns like these.

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Graphic Design Tabletop Table Settings From Not Neutral
...and of course like any creative person, I love the complete opposite of the last image as well. Being dark as opposed to lite, and completely not delicate. Oddly they work great together(like most oppositions). These shapes are amazing though. A little retro, bold, don't know, something about them I love.

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Graphic Design Tabletop Table Settings From Not Neutral
...here's an example of a setting, think everything looks great and balanced together.

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Graphic Design Tabletop Table Settings From Not Neutral
...this one's fun, love these odd shapes.

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Graphic Design Tabletop Table Settings From Not Neutral
...here's 4 plates I REALLY love, all different patterns, all alot of fun. Mix and match as desired.

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Graphic Design Tabletop Table Settings From Not Neutral
...more amazing shapes/patterns. They're somehow pretty and abstract at once. Not too wild, but fun and easy going. Maybe a little Miro in general, something surrealist about some of the patterns/shapes.

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Graphic Design Tabletop Table Settings From Not Neutral
...and lastly, a few lace inspired plates for all of you out there who love everything lace inspired(like me).

Anticipating The Fall

...a
little more like curving colour(say
orange)
...-E.E. Cummings

On a weekend in Somerset, it's already mysteriously in the air. And on the ground naturally. I was thus inspired to pull up some inspirational imagery for the season. Nothing strenuous. Just a few table settings, interiors, and a touch of fashion to get in the mood. The colors as E.E. suggests shift through orange. Ranging from neutrals to browns. Eventually. Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend!

Thomas-Michael

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Early Autumn Fall Color Inspiration. An early explosion of amber.

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Early Autumn Fall Color Inspiration. To a perfect early autumn fall table setting in gold.

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Early Autumn Fall Color Inspiration. Themes of the harvest. The last moments of green are more deep muted and turning in tonality.

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Early Autumn Fall Color Inspiration. To interiors where accents of orange momentarily come into play.

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Early Autumn Fall Color Inspiration. And deep browns. Notice how dark this table is.

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Early Autumn Fall Color Inspiration. Finally, a hint of fashion. Beautiful golds and browns mixed in with Chanel. I love how they are pulling cultural influence from Egypt and the Byzantine into the season to achieve the palette.

Elegant Outdoor Summer Table Settings

Since most of us will be spending some time outdoors and out of the city or at the beach these next few months, here's a great few outdoor inspired summer table settings. For everyone's little get togethers. Though some of these could also be appropriated for weddings equally as well I think. The concept is simple. Keep things bright, light, airy, and white based to allow the strong effusiveness of the summer light. Natural and textured beige or wood can be mixed in to create a tonal and textural range and to give some feel. With the incredibly vibrant spring and summer bloom colors of floral and foliage to accent powerfully.

Thomas-Michael

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Elegant And Chic White Outdoor Summer Table Settings. A gorgeous table setting on the beach. You can think of these as background, middle ground, foreground. The little white table as a backdrop, natural placemats in the middle range, and a powerful floral centerpiece with deep vibrant and iridescent greens in the foreground. Love the lanterns here as well.

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Elegant And Chic White Outdoor Summer Table Settings. A gorgeous table setting on the beach. You can think of these as background, middle ground, foreground. The little white table as a backdrop, natural placemats in the middle range, and a powerful floral centerpiece with deep vibrant and iridescent greens in the foreground. Love the lanterns here as well.

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Elegant And Chic White Outdoor Summer Table Settings. A gorgeous table setting on the beach. You can think of these as background, middle ground, foreground. The little white table as a backdrop, natural placemats in the middle range, and a powerful floral centerpiece with deep vibrant and iridescent greens in the foreground. Love the lanterns here as well.

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Elegant And Chic White Outdoor Summer Table Settings. From the beach to the garden. This is even simpler than the beach example. Everything white. Really allows the green to explode beautifully.

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Elegant And Chic White Outdoor Summer Table Settings. This is actually inside but it's got the right feel. I could see bringing all of this outside for the day. Old white wood table with just a touch of color here and there. Really simple, casual, and elegant.

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Elegant And Chic White Outdoor Summer Table Settings. Inside again, but I chose it because of these great chairs. If you're going to deviate off of the white scheme, you can see how this old wooden set would be a great option. Maybe in a sun room, screened in porch, or covered terrace. There's something about the summer which is inherently nostalgic I think, and which is why old pieces seem to work well.

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Elegant And Chic White Outdoor Summer Table Settings. Getting a little more detailed now. A simple old piece of wood looks great. Just some white candles, and again the powerful floral piece to finish everything off. I should say also, glass and in this case metal or any clean reflective material for that matter is great as a container for floral centerpieces in the summer.

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Elegant And Chic White Outdoor Summer Table Settings. This is a product I found recently which I think is perfect for this discussion. I love that it's loosely woven. Thus, not solid and heavy looking. It's natural and neutral. It's the perfect table runner for the summer season.

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Elegant And Chic White Outdoor Summer Table Settings. Just a little detail here. Some ideas you can explore with the plates.

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Elegant And Chic White Outdoor Summer Table Settings. And some last details. Love this image. It's a microcosm of the discussion I think. Effusive, light, some natural wood textures mixed in. Just a touch of color in the stripes, and very subtle glass. Gorgeous.

Settings:A gorgeous setting and suspended floral centerpiece...

It's just very elegant, isn't it. Simple, clean, and white. So chic. A linear ordering of the natural element. The suspension is powerful though not obtrusive. It's a seriously gorgeous idea for a centerpiece.

Thomas-Michael

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Interior Design And Settings, A Gorgeous Suspended Modern And Chic White Centerpiece.

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Interior Design And Settings, A Gorgeous Suspended Modern And Chic White Centerpiece.

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Interior Design And Settings, A Gorgeous Suspended Modern And Chic White Centerpiece.