21 Plates Perfect for a Dreamy Al Fresco Dinner Party
21 Plates Perfect for a Dreamy Al Fresco Dinner Party
As we settle into the warming weather, dining en plein air is one of the easiest ways to get out of the house and spend some time with family and friends. Hosting an outdoor party doesn't mean skimping on setting the table especially with so many beautifully patterned tableware options available these days that are made specifically with al fresco occasions in mind.
Plates made of melamine, tin, and acrylic are formulated for outdoor wear and tear yet still look beautiful enough for your chicest outside soiree. They are designed to be shatter-proof when moving about the patio, scratch-resistant, kid-friendly, and lightweight enough to carry in a picnic basket. From designs that lean into their materials like fanciful acrylic bowls to melamine plates that look like real ceramics, the variety of designs are vast and playful to inspire your next alfresco gathering.
Iznik Tile Outdoor Melamine Dinner Plates Set of 4 Blue & Green Floral
williams-sonoma.com
$59.95
William Sonoma's colorful melamine plates are inspired by 16th century iznik ceramic patterns.
Berry & Thread Chambray Melamine Dessert/Salad Plate
$22.00
Juliska's classic designs are now offered in a sturdy yet stylish melamine, which is perfect for outdoor entertaining.
Isabelle Acrylic Serving Bowl
$42.00
This melamine bowl is great for showcasing fresh fruit or serving salad at a picnic or backyard gathering.
Ebru Print Melamine Plates (Set of 4)
Food 52
$68.00
Marbled designs adorn these melamine plates that make for a sophisticated outdoor picnic.
HARLEM TOILE DE JOUY PLATE, SET OF 6
$54.00
Sheila Bridges' iconic Harlem Toile pattern is now offered in a bright array of melamine plates for the most colorful of gatherings.
Acrylic Flower Salad Bowl
$25.90
This lightweight, acrylic serving bowl comes in playful hues of blue, pink, and yellow.
Tobacco Leaf Tin Plate
monticelloshop.org
$1200.50
This Tobacco Leaf pattern from Monticello Shop is taken from an antique Chinese design. These tin plates should be hand-washed, but they are lightweight, making them a first choice for stylish picnicking.
Melamine Round Dinner Plate
$11.99
Looking for a colorful solid for the table? These melamine plates from Rice by Rice will add pop of color to the party.
Palermo Melamine Dinnerware
$18.00
Sunny, Mediterranean lemons ooze summer charm in this melamine collection offered at Gracious Style.
Duke of Gloucester Tin Plates
$12.00
These lightweight tin plates add a hint of vintage flair with a design inspired by the 'Duke of Gloucester' Pattern taken from English Worcester soup tin plates made in the late 18th century. Swoon.
Melamine Dinner Plate, Green Tile
Marrakesh Melamine
$24.50
Traditional Moroccan designs displayed on melamine by Pottery Barn add an exotic flair to any backyard gathering.
NAVY BAMBOO MELAMINE LUNCHEON PLATE (SET OF 6)
$64.00
A bold geometric bamboo pattern is perfect for the outdoor table. Plus, who doesn't love a blue-and-white color combination?
MELAMINE LUNCH PLATE IN DELIGHTFUL DAISIES PRINT
$14.99
A sweet design perfect for a garden party or kid-friendly gathering, these little flowers will add a bit of playfulness to any outdoor table.
Shell Shaped Melamine Salad Plates - Set of 4
potterybarn.com
$40.00
Shell-shaped melamine plates will evoke a sophisticated, coastal feel at your next outdoor party.
Melamine Serving Platter, Coral Tile
$24.00
Anthropologie's melamine platter inspired by tile design blends in beautifully with any al fresco dinner setting.
Our style editors share their top picks for the outdoor table this year.