Fancy. Vintage Inspired. Elegant. Deliciously detailed and absolutely beautiful.
There are a lot of words to describe my beautiful lace plates that are absolute favorites when setting the table. And you all ask me all the time about how to ‘get the look’ of these plates without breaking the bank and so- today it is all about plates that look just like some more expensive plates but are much less.
Yes you read that right. These plates with all those dainty details. All that scalloped charm and that beautiful stack of layering? AND less than $2 a place setting? And nope- I am not joking.
These are mostly iPhone photos from the busy set up- I thought for sure I would have time to set up and shoot proper photos that day- but you know how any gatherings go- even small socially distant outdoors on the lawn type gatherings require lots of last minute rushing around. haha.
First Up- Favorite Lace Plates
My absolute favorite plates that are always on repeat over here are these beauties that you have seen them in both of my books. I am always bringing them out to enjoy when we have friends or family over (back in the day when we did that). You can see more of this styling with these plates in my book Inspired Gatherings.
These plates are incredibly beautifully and well made- and they do have a bit of a higher price tag than many plates- but in my opinion are well worth it. They are pretty much beyond incredible.
For this particular day – in our new strange & everything is different for gathering kind of world– quick, easy and individual and disposable was key for everyone. But that didn’t mean paper plates or something that didn’t fit the look. I wanted something beautiful and elegant on the table. Something that looked incredible and elegant and that had all.those.details. – but that also comes with a quick and easy clean up and toss price tag. Is that possible to find something so detailed and pretty but for less?
Get the look for Less
In planning a small outdoor family baby shower recently and sourcing all kinds of details from the tabletop to the decor to the flowers and while keeping in mind that everyone wanted to use their own, non washable, brand new dinner elements – I found these.
Seriously the Most Amazing disposable plates. All those lace details, all those scalloped edges, all that lovely elegant look and feeling- with a very inexpensive price tag. I stared at them and questioned if they were really going to be decent. I went back and forth ( for a minute) and then ordered. Because, if they were even half way decent- they would be amazing. And when they arrived- I could not believe how great they looked.
The Details
STURDY: These are sturdy sturdy sturdy folks- sturdy enough to wash and reuse if you would like to. A thick plastic- no bending, no folding, no worries about that extra heavy piece of cheesecake causing a problem.
DETAILED: The detail on these plates is so good. They are a hard plastic plate with lots of molded details- and yes, they do have a very similar look on the table to the high-end version.
DISPOSABLE: Truth is, the guests did not want to throw these plates away. We even had one person decide to rinse them off and take them home with them. They are That good. But at the same time- they are disposable if you want to just enjoy and toss and have clean up be a breeze.
The Fine Print: Of course- it goes without saying that they are not the same as the actual regular plates they are mimicked after. The Finezza plates are truly beyond incredible and will always be a favorite. But for the look & the inexpensive price tag for a party or event- these disposable plates are a great option.
They also are not of the new style recycle type construction. Something to consider of course- but again- in the current state of everything- being safe is a consideration as well and one time use is safer than rinse and repeat.
Weddings, Showers, Everyday Celebrations
These are perfect for any type of celebration- and you can order a whole lot of place settings for every little cost. I ordered the Chateau in Ivory– and the color is a nice cream/ecru color. They also have a lot of other colors that you can choose from. You can also find them HERE when they are in stock. (affiliate links)
Shop the regular version of these beautiful plates Here
And stay tuned for a full table styling showing you more of this table and the sweet buggy below. (And something to do with these flowers!) Also will share details on the rest of this shower and the DIY on how to create this floral decor for the table.
What do you think of these beautiful plates?
Deborah Flanagan says
Can you tell me the name of the original Plates that you show? (Sorry about the all caps/ won’t turn off?) Would love plates like these.
Lisa Anderson says
Lovely, and especially the way you tie a ribbon around the silverware.
Carol Karl says
Wow! I would never have guessed that they were disposable. They are gorgeous. Beautiful table and the flowers!
Aussie Jo says
a WOW post
Debbie Merten says
I am so excited i just ordered the plates thrOugh Amazon!
I Have my family evert Tuesday eveing for dinner because i want all of us to stay connected and exchange Stories. Its important for me to have a beautiful table set with old family dishes and lots of flowers but the clean up is always time consuming so i am looking forward to using these plates. Thank you for all of your wonderful recommendations and tips for all your beautifUl flower arranging!
If your family ever wants to come to wisconsin you can look us up and stay fOr a few days!
Sheri says
I Used the White version of these foR a shower and they were so beautiful! HiGhly recommend. Your table settings are exquisite!
Sharon says
Those plates are amazing. I would definitely reuse.
Cecilia from Georgia says
I have my everd china from 1969 which is Spodes Jewell and these look just like mine! I have never been a paper or plas plate person bit these might change my ways! Thanks 🤩
Diane OConnor says
i USED THESE PLATES AND PREWRAPPED FLATWARE FOR A BANQUET. THE ROOM LOOKED BEAUTIFUL.
Diane OConnor says
ALSO, WHERE DO YOU FIND YOUR BEAUTIFUL GLASSWARE? I LOVE HOW THEY MAKE THE TABLE LOOK ELEGANT.
Barb says
Hello CourtnEy..
I recently ordered some plastic plates from Amazon for a neighborhood get-together. They were white with a BEAUTIFUL deep blue and gold rinG on the outside rim. My neighboRs loved them and they couldn’t believe That they were plastic!!
Also, i absolutely adore the baby carriage with the flowers! What a gorgeous piece for a baby shower!! Thanks for sharing!
Kathleen Ellis says
OMG! Thank you so much for sharing about these! I just ordered some on AMazon! It’s amazing what they’ve done with plastic ware! As always, your tables are beautiful!
Blessings~ Kathleen