11 Glam Autumn Tablescape Ideas With Pink And Purple Pumpkins

I love styling an autumn tablescape for friends and family, and this glam pink-and-purple one is still one of my favorites! I enjoy decorating the Thanksgiving dinner table more than planning the menu (LOL)! I’m not the best “chef” for Thanksgiving dinner, so I ask my sister to handle the food, and I take my time decorating the table!

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How To Style An Autumn Tablescape

To style an autumn tablescape, run pumpkins, flowers, and greenery down the center of the table, add candles for height, then layer each place setting with a charger, a plate, a linen napkin, and a colored glass. These are the 11 steps I used for this pink and purple table:

1. Start with velvet pumpkins in blush pink, purple, or white
2. Fill the gaps with fresh or faux flowers
3. Add a green garland or loose green leaves
4. Bring in candelabras and taper candles
5. Choose a solid tablecloth or a table runner
6. Use linen napkins with napkin rings
7. Layer charger plates, dinnerware, and flatware
8. Add colored glassware
9. Place a mini pumpkin on each plate
10. Repeat two or three colors across the table
11. Mix textures like velvet, glass, and gold

Why Pink And Purple Work For An Autumn Tablescape

When we think of fall colors, we usually think of orange, yellow, brown, and burgundy. Blush pink and purple are an unexpected twist on fall décor, and they don’t necessarily remind you of fall or Thanksgiving table décor!

When I was trying to decide on a Thanksgiving table setting, I looked at what was trending on Pinterest and noticed the blush pink and purple combination in home décor kept coming up.

I thought it was a beautiful color combination and decided to style our table with velvet pumpkins in blush pink and purple.

My Blue and White Thanksgiving tablescape started the same way! I noticed that color combination on Pinterest, and I really enjoyed designing our Thanksgiving table with it.

You can use this glam autumn tablescape for Thanksgiving or any other fall dinner!

My Outdoor Autumn Tablescape

We are so lucky to have mild temperatures in Arizona during the fall and winter (low 80s Fahrenheit), so we can dine outdoors on our patio and enjoy Thanksgiving dinner.

I usually set up our Thanksgiving table on the patio to enjoy the weather. I’m going to walk you through how to set up a pretty Thanksgiving or fall tablescape using blush pink and purple pumpkins.

You can also use these ideas if your wedding is during the fall season!

11 Glam Autumn Tablescape Ideas

1. Start With Blush Pink, Purple, Or White Velvet Pumpkins

Your pumpkins will be the biggest highlight of your glam fall tablescape! Make sure to choose some cute designs and good quality pumpkins. I LOVE these big velvet pumpkins!

They look so chic, and I think velvet pumpkins make any table look more elegant. You can also add several mini pumpkins to your centerpiece. This is a great way to create different heights.

They have real stems and are very high quality! They also have other beautiful table styling pieces. You can choose white pumpkins if you are not a big fan of purple pumpkins. White pumpkins and blush pink pumpkins go so nicely together! You can also find pumpkins at different price points for your table.

Here are some fun pumpkins to consider:

2. Add Fresh Or Faux Flowers To The Centerpiece

I ordered these blush pink and purple faux hydrangeas from Amazon! I have used them for several of my tablescapes and home decorations! I like how full these hydrangeas look, and they easily fill the gaps between my pumpkins.

For some natural elements on your table, pair your pumpkins with roses! For some reason, roses look incredible with pumpkins! You can easily buy one or two dozen roses and tuck them in between your pumpkins.

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3. Add A Green Garland Or Green Leaves

I add green leaves or green garlands to most of my tablescapes! Greenery adds color and creates contrast in your setup!

I sometimes use decorative loose leaves for my centerpieces and other times use one or two green garlands. For this setup, I used two green garlands to cover the entire length of my table.

I placed my pumpkins on both sides of the garlands. The green leaves created a great contrast against the purple pumpkins, and it turned out beautiful!

No matter what Thanksgiving tablescape ideas you have in mind, adding greenery to your table is always a good idea!

Here are some green garlands and green leaves to consider:

4. Add Candelabras And Candles To Your Centerpiece

Candelabras and candles are an easy way to bring life and romance to your table without spending a lot. I use candles on 90% of my tablescapes (except for our little girl’s birthday parties). Hahaha!

They make a BIG difference in the final look of your table! I use them for a formal table, or I place them in the center of the table for any casual gathering or dinner!

I usually try to make sure my candle colors complement the tablecloth, runner, or linen napkins! This is an easy way to create harmony on your table!

I get my tall taper candles from Amazon (my first choice), Target, Crate and Barrel, Williams Sonoma, or Pottery Barn!

I feel like Amazon is always the most convenient choice for me, as I can order any color or shape without even leaving my house! Hahaha

If you don’t have a candelabra, mix a few tall taper candles with small votives. The different heights make the table glow from every angle once the sun goes down.

5. Choose A Tablecloth Or Table Runner

A great tablecloth can add texture or color to your glam fall tablescape! I have designed several tables without a tablecloth, and they still looked great!

However, I prefer using tablecloths, especially for formal tables and holiday dinners like Thanksgiving or Christmas Eve.

I usually use solid colors for my tablecloths! It is very rare for me to use a busy pattern. The only way I consider a checkered pattern or any other busier pattern is if I can find a matching linen napkin to go with the tablecloth, like my Easter tablescape. Otherwise, I stick with solid colors!

I also love table runners! A table runner is usually seen as the base of your dining table decor. I like how it protects your table from food spills and candle wax.

It also helps the decorations look more put together! Personally, I do not use a table runner as much when styling my tables. I have a much harder time fitting bigger placemats along with my centerpiece when I use one.

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6. Use Linen Napkins And Napkin Rings

Linen napkins and pretty napkin rings add a very special touch to your table! If you are hosting a formal dinner or a holiday dinner, I think linen napkins and napkin rings are worth it.

Here are some napkin rings for you to consider:

7. Pick Your Charger Plates, Dinnerware, And Flatware

You can use charger plates or placemats. Placemats are still popular, but I see charger plates more and more on formal tables. I personally like to use charger plates more than placemats for special occasions or holiday dinners.

For your fall or Thanksgiving tablescape, there are so many beautiful dinnerware and flatware options available. Pick the ones that complement the colors of your table!

I personally like modern as well as classic dinnerware designs. I’m not a huge fan of very traditional dinnerware.

However, you need to choose what is best for your taste and your table design. Gold chargers are always a good idea for a formal Thanksgiving table.

8. Add Colored Glassware

Colored glassware is one of the tableware trends that I have been loving for the past couple of years! It adds so much charm and character to your table! I simply LOVE it! You can order a pretty set of colored glassware for your fall table.

Here is some colored glassware for you to consider:

9. Add A Mini Pumpkin To Each Place Setting

This is the easiest detail on the whole table. I placed a mini velvet pumpkin on each plate, and on some of them I tucked a few faux flowers underneath.

It makes every seat feel finished, and your guests have a little something waiting for them when they sit down. If you like place cards, you can lean one against the pumpkin.

10. Repeat Two Or Three Colors Across The Table

Pick two or three colors and repeat them. On this table, the pink, purple, and gold show up in the pumpkins, the flowers, the candles, the napkins, and the glasses. That is what makes it look pulled together.

I like to choose the pumpkins first and then match everything else to them. It makes the rest of the decisions so much easier.

11. Mix Textures Like Velvet, Glass, And Gold

Color is only half of it. This table has soft velvet pumpkins, feathers, beaded glass goblets, gold flatware, and linen napkins, and I think that mix is what makes it feel glam.

If your table looks a little flat, add one shiny thing and one soft thing. A gold napkin ring and a velvet pumpkin are enough.

A Few Things To Know Before You Set Your Autumn Tablescape

Keep the middle of the table low enough to talk across. Tall candles are fine because they are thin, but big flower arrangements at eye level make it hard for guests to see each other.

Shop your house first. Chargers, candle holders, napkin rings, and faux flowers can be used again and again, so you may only need a few new pumpkins.

Set the table early. Doing it the morning of or the day before means one less thing to think about once the cooking starts.

Bottom Line

I love everything about this time of year, from decorating to enjoying the holiday foods and drinks and giving thanks. The crisp cool air makes it ideal to be outside doing all the things we love to do during the fall season. I am excited to host our friends and family around this fall tablescape for Thanksgiving.

No matter which colors you choose for your fall and Thanksgiving table, I hope you enjoy designing it as much as I do! And I hope this post gives you some good ideas for your own autumn tablescape!

One of my favorite quotes for Thanksgiving Day: “It is not happy people who are thankful, it is thankful people who are happy.” Happy Thanksgiving to you all! I am thankful for each and every one of you!

Autumn Tablescape FAQ

What Is An Autumn Tablescape?

It is the way you decorate your table for fall: the centerpiece, linens, plates, glasses, and candles all working together. It can be as simple as a runner with a few pumpkins or a full table like this one.

What Colors Work For An Autumn Tablescape?

Orange, rust, burgundy, and brown are the classic choices. Blush pink, purple, white, and gold also look beautiful and feel a little more glam. I would pick two or three colors and stay with them.

Can I Use Faux Flowers And Pumpkins?

Yes! I used velvet pumpkins and faux hydrangeas on this table. They look full in photos, and you can use them again every year.

How Do I Decorate A Small Table For Fall?

Skip the garland and use one pumpkin with a few flowers in the center. Then put the detail on the plates with a napkin ring and a mini pumpkin at each seat.

How Tall Should A Centerpiece Be?

Keep the pumpkins and flowers low so guests can see each other across the table. Add height with thin taper candles or a candelabra.

Can I Set An Autumn Tablescape Outdoors?

Yes, if your weather allows it. We eat on our patio in Arizona for Thanksgiving. Heavier pieces like pumpkins, chargers, and a garland help keep everything in place, and flameless candles are easier if there is a breeze.

Can I Use This Tablescape For Thanksgiving?

Yes, I designed this table for our Thanksgiving dinner. It also works for Friendsgiving, a fall dinner party, or a fall bridal shower.

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Sherry

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