There’s no better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than to cook your sweetheart a special at-home dinner. (Or get your favorite takeout. We don’t judge.) It’s not just about what’s on the menu, though. Creating the right romantic atmosphere is all about the little details — and it starts with how you set the table. Read ahead for 10 Valentine’s Day dinner table decoration ideas for an unforgettable evening.
1. Accent the Table with Festive Colors
You don’t have to go out and paint the town red for a wonderful Valentine’s Day. In fact, you can do just that right in the comfort of your own home. Red (or pink) napkins are the perfect match for your Valentine’s Day dinner table.
2. Focus on Soft Lighting
A candlelit dinner is the epitome of romance. Create the right ambience with a warm glow at the table. You can use a pair of long tapers or votive candles, or go flameless with LED options.
3. Embrace Layered Elegance
Setting your Valentine’s table requires an additional touch of sophistication. And the good news is that you only need a couple of extra pieces to make it happen. Create an upscale tablescape by pairing a linen-like tablecloth with a tablerunner for a dining room that feels like a five-star restaurant.
4. Embellish Your Napkins
High-quality napkins already make your table look sleek, but why not go the extra mile? Napkin rings add class and style in one simple step.
5. Give the Gift of Romance
Add little favors to your table setting to make the night even more special. It can be as simple as a box of traditional candy hearts or DIY a homemade gift with sentimental value.
6. Center Romantic Florals
Fresh flowers are an easy, on-theme way to elevate any Valentine’s table. Place a vase of classic red roses in the center of your table, or choose your love’s favorite flower for a personal touch.
7. Try A Heart Fold Napkin
Take a little more time for a fancy fold to show your loved one how much you care about them — and the details! What better way to say Happy Valentine’s Day than with a heart-shaped napkin on your partner’s plate?
8. Spotlight Vintage Glassware
This is the perfect time to pull out the fine China. Classic crystal pieces make any table look instantly refined. If you don’t have timeless tableware in your cabinet, thrift stores can be a great source for affordable and upscale pieces. Make the night even more special and consider filling those glasses with a custom Valentine’s Day cocktail.
9. Shower Your Love with Confetti
You don’t need an elaborate centerpiece. Some well-placed sprinkles of Valentine-themed confetti will do the job. Get crafty with a hole-punch and some high-quality red or pink paper. You can also use any leftover flower petals for a whimsical feel.
10. Style Food On-Theme
What’s on your plate makes as much of a difference as the embellishments around it. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter for sweet or savory dishes to emphasize the romance of the evening. Even a heart-shaped piece of bread will make them smile when they sit down to dinner.
11. Leave Love Notes
Use your amorous feelings as artistic inspiration. Place cards are the perfect medium to write down messages of love for your table setting. You can also customize napkins with your note, or simply add you and your Valentine’s initials to signify your lasting love.
Set Your Valentine’s Day Table with Naptec
You’ve already done so much work for this special occasion — leave the clean up to us. Naptec’s single-use napkins and tablecloths are the perfect Valentine’s Day accessory. Made with premium materials and crafted with innovative technology, our products look and feel just like real linen. They’re both soft-to-the-touch and durable enough to handle any spill. Your Valentine won’t even notice the difference (but you sure will when clearing the table). Shop our collection of single-use linens for the perfect Valentine’s Day dinner.
