Leaning Into Colour: Pushing Tabletop Boundaries
Let’s get one thing straight: neutral doesn’t mean natural, and beige isn’t a personality. If you’ve ever stared at your dining table and thought, “This could use a little more oomph,” then this one’s for you.
Because here at Everyday Normal, we don’t just set the table — we set the tone.
🎨 Why play it safe when you can play with colour?
Colour is your secret weapon. It instantly transforms the mood, sets the vibe, and brings personality to the plate (and no, we’re not talking about the food).
Gone are the days of matching every napkin to your runner, or your runner to your plates, or your plates to... you get the point. It’s 2025. The new rule? No rules.
🌈 Go bold or go home (or both)
Want to push your table styling game? Start with a pop. Think:
- Hot pink napkins paired with a sunset orange runner
- Teal linens layered with lemon yellow ceramics
- Or a colour clash so chaotic it works
Still nervous? Start small. Try colourful napkin rings, a painted candle, or layered plates in mixed tones. The beauty of colour is that it invites play — and trust us, the table loves to play.
🍽️ Break boundaries, not the bank
Contrary to what Pinterest might lead you to believe, making a visual statement doesn’t mean dropping hundreds on a new set of everything. Some of our favourite table moments came from:
- A stack of mismatched plates from op shops
- Napkins tied with twine and a garden clipping
- A fruit bowl centrepiece that looks like a colour wheel
And you know what? That’s where the magic happens. It’s not just about “styling.” It’s about making it feel like you — vibrant, spontaneous, full of stories.
🧺 A little Everyday Normal goes a long way
Our linens are designed to stand out (and stand up to real life). Mix that juicy orange runner with cobalt napkins. Layer our watermelon pinks with earthy tones. Make a statement just by laying the table.
Because when the table feels alive, everything else follows.
🥂 TL;DR:
- Colour isn’t scary — it’s fun
- Imperfection is beautiful
- You don’t need a theme, you need a vibe
- Tables are meant to be played with
So go on. Push the palette. Break the boundaries. Make the everyday feel like a celebration.
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