A beautiful dining table is the anchor of your dining area, a place where friends and family gather to nourish body and soul.

Whether you use your dining table on a daily basis or reserve it for special occasions, the table is the central focus of the room. The dining table décor ideas you choose set the room’s primary style.

A traditional dining room conveys an air of formality, but today’s more open spaces generally call for a more casual touch.

Scroll through our collection of dining room décor ideas to find inspiration that fits your style, from cottage casual to modern chic and everything in between. Whether you are looking for full dining table makeover ideas, or just a few new embellishments to spruce things up, this creative gallery is bound to inspire you.

1. Breakfast Table Décor Ideas

A breakfast table is often a good bit smaller than a standard table and located in the kitchen instead of in a formal dining room. Many older homes were built with a classic breakfast nook tucked into a kitchen corner with banquette or bench seating instead of separate chairs. A small apartment or condo may only have room for a smaller breakfast table and chairs.

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Keep table decoration elements simple on a breakfast table. A small glass vase of fresh flowers or a potted plant are cheerful, uncomplicated touches. To make breakfast time easier, place a turntable or lazy Susan in the center so that each family member can effortlessly reach the milk, sugar, and napkin holder.

2. Dining Table Candle Ideas

Nothing adds more warmth or ambiance to your dining room décor than candles. Tuck candles and decorative candle holders wherever you can—on the table, on shelves, on the sideboard or china cabinet. A candle arrangement that has each candle a different height makes a gorgeously glowing table centerpiece perfect for any special occasion.