By Rachael Thompson Bedding 22.02.2025

Dress Up Your Dining Table with These 7 Fresh Linen Tableware Colour Combinations

Whether you're hosting an alfresco lunch or having dinner by yourself, take inspiration from these fabulous combos.

Going out for a nice meal always feels special. Someone else is cooking, you can relax, and the tables are perfectly laid out to enhance the dining experience. And while you might not be able to recreate a chef's cooking at home, what you can do is set the scene so that your dining table looks restaurant-worthy and perfect for an unforgettable home dining experience.

One of the easiest and most impressive ways to achieve this is by dressing up your table to create a showstopping tablescape - and it all starts with your linen choices. A tablecloth alone will do the trick, but by adding placemats and napkins as well you'll really take things up a notch and create a restaurant-like table setting at home.

Whether you're entertaining for a special occasion or enjoying a midweek meal, we've rounded up a fabulous selection of linen tableware colour combinations for you to try yourself. They are sure to inspire you to dine at home in style and you can recreate all of these looks with our Build Your Own Table Bundle.

A rustic kitchen features a long dining table set for a meal with a white cloth, Bed Threads Oatmeal, Olive & Sage Table Bundle as the runner, floral centerpiece, dishes, wooden chairs, open shelves, and a white arched alcove.

A dining table set with Bed Threads’ Olive 100% French Flax Linen Placemats (Set of Four), artichoke-themed plates, glassware, pasta and olives in bowls, small vases of white and yellow flowers, and a large floral arrangement as the centerpiece.

A wooden table draped with the Bed Threads Oatmeal, Olive & Sage Table Bundle set, its light beige cloth touching the polished wood floor, stands against a plain white wall.

The Oatmeal, Olive & Sage Table Bundle by Bed Threads features a white plate with a fork on stylish placemats atop a wooden table. A spoon sits right, and a green-tinted glass above the plate completes the inviting scene.

The Oatmeal, Olive & Sage Table Bundle by Bed Threads features a white plate with a light green napkin on classic placemats, paired with a transparent yellow glass for an inviting dining scene.

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Oatmeal, Olive & Sage Table Bundle

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1. Oatmeal, Olive, and Sage

A true feast for the eyes this charming combination is fresh, inviting, and perfect for the warmer months. The Oatmeal tablecloth makes for a lovely foundation to let the Olive classic placemats sing, while the Sage classic napkins perfectly tie the two colourways together.

2. Terracotta, Pink Clay and Mulberry

Here's a seasonal combination that will have you and your guests head over heels. With a tablecloth in Terracotta, paired with a set of four Heart Placemats and four Heart Coaster in Pink Clay & Mulberry, this curated set makes setting the table simple–and anything you serve on it a showstopper.

A wooden dining table is adorned with the Bed Threads Rust 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth, elegantly draped and spilling onto the hardwood floor, set against a plain white wall.

An outdoor dining table is set with a large platter of spaghetti atop the Rust 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth by Bed Threads, surrounded by a floral plate, cutlery, amber glass, napkin, pitcher, and decorative plate among lush garden plants.

An arched doorway frames a dining area with a rust-colored tablecloth, wooden chairs, and a table set with Bed Threads’ Les Fruits Tomate Placemats (Set of Four). Sunlight streams through the window in the background.

A table set with beige napkins, placemats, plates, cutlery, and glasses is accented by Bed Threads' Les Fruits Tomate Coasters (Set of Four), fresh tomatoes, grapes, figs, a green leafy branch, bowls of olives, and salad.

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Rust 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth

£80.00 - £120.00

3. Rust, Terracotta, and Turmeric

This rich and earthy colour combo celebrates warm hues and is the perfect selection to enhance any meal be it a casual brunch or dinner party. Together, these hues are a sure-fire way to bring a cheery ambiance to a gathering.

A table featuring the Bed Threads Olive 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth, its rich green fabric partially concealing the wooden legs, stands on a polished wood floor against a plain white wall.

A sunlit dining room features a wooden table dressed in the Bed Threads Olive 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth, six wooden chairs with woven seats, a light fixture above, and greenery as the centerpiece for a charming table setting.

A table setting features a brown plate, cream napkin with green leaves, silver cutlery, white placemat, and figs on a luxurious Olive 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth by Bed Threads atop a dark table.

A sunlit outdoor table with a green tablecloth is set for a meal with Bed Threads' White 100% French Flax Linen Napkins (Set of Four), surrounded by four dark wood chairs under leafy branches, against a pink house with blue shutters and lush greenery.

A plate of focaccia sits on the Olive 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth by Bed Threads, beside a bowl of pasta, cutlery, a polka dot plate, and a bouquet of white flowers.

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Olive 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth

£80.00 - £120.00

4. Sage and Olive

This calming combo offers a unique twist on Valentine's décor. Limited edition Amour Placemats are perfect for date nights, Galentine's dinners, or adding a little romance to your everyday. An olive tablecloth pairs perfectly with sage placemats featuring an embroidered heart in each corner.

A cozy dining room features a wooden table set for two, draped with a cream tablecloth, green napkins, and Bed Threads’ Olive 100% French Flax Linen Placemats. Two wooden chairs face a window with trees; a round paper lamp rests in the corner.

A rustic table is set with earth-toned plates, green napkins, cutlery, glasses, a brown vase with branches, yellow candles, okra dish, bread loaf, and Bed Threads Olive 100% French Flax Linen Placemats (Set of Four) on a beige tablecloth.

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Crème French Flax Linen Tablecloth

£80.00 - £120.00

5. Crème and Mulberry

Who needs to go out for brunch when you can upgrade the cafe experience at home? Set the table for your morning croissant with our elegant Crème Tablecloth, and Mulberry Napkins and Placemats for a touch of elegance.

A polished wooden table draped with the Bed Threads White 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth, its luxurious rectangular fabric pooling onto the floor against a plain white wall.

A rustic kitchen features a meal-ready dining table dressed in the Bed Threads White 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth, accented with plates, glasses, yellow flowers, wooden chairs, and arched shelves.

A table set for a meal with plates featuring vegetable illustrations, a wooden board with pizza, a tart topped with cherries, glasses of amber-colored drink, and a small vase of yellow flowers on a white and brown tablecloth.

A sunlit outdoor dining area features a Bed Threads White 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth on a round table with fruit and drinks, surrounded by white wrought iron chairs, brick flooring, potted plants, and a leafy tree against a pale wall.

A round table set for four with plates, cutlery, glasses of tea, a beige teapot, and fresh fruit atop the White 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth by Bed Threads adds elegance to the cozy scene.

A dining table set for a meal with a white tablecloth, wooden chairs, Bed Threads Terracotta & Rust 100% French Flax Linen Scalloped Placemats (Set of Four), plates, glasses, flowers, and colorful artwork and framed pictures on the wall.

A table styled with Bed Threads’ Terracotta & Rust 100% French Flax Linen Scalloped Placemats (Set of Four), floral plates, napkins, rosé glasses, and fresh dishes. Bright flowers add charm—an ideal housewarming gift.

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White 100% French Flax Linen Tablecloth

£80.00 - £120.00

6. White, Rust and Terracotta

A true classic, it's hard to go wrong with a white tablecloth. Paired here with our Rust Placemats and Terracotta Napkins for slight contrast, the look is timeless and chic and workable with any menu or theme or simply just to make things feel that extra bit fancy for your nightly dinners.

Limoncello & Turmeric 100% French Flax Linen Scalloped Placemats (Set of Four)

A white plate and fork rest on a Bed Threads Limoncello & Turmeric 100% French Flax Linen Scalloped Placemat, with a spoon and amber glass nearby—an elegant set of four perfect for elevating your table or gifting.

A table set with Bed Threads’ Limoncello & Turmeric 100% French Flax Linen Scalloped Placemats, elegant gold accents, silver cutlery, a glass of drink, salad, and florals—an ideal housewarming gift.

A table set with a pasta platter, greens, cheese, yellow candles, amber glasses, a bowl of grated cheese, pastel flowers, and Bed Threads' Limoncello & Turmeric French Flax Linen Scalloped Placemats (Set of Four) on a wavy-patterned cloth.

A colorful dining room featuring pink and green striped walls, wooden chairs, yellow accents, and a table set with Bed Threads' Limoncello & Turmeric 100% French Flax Linen Scalloped Placemats. Vintage sconces, artwork, and hex tile flooring finish the look.

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Limoncello & Turmeric 100% French Flax Linen Scalloped Placemats (Set of Four)

£65.00

7. Terracotta and Pink Clay & Turmeric

How can you not have a wonderful time when your table looks as bright as this one? Featuring pink, orange, and yellow hues, this cheery tableware will bring pure joy even if you’re just making dinner for one.