Dinosaur Designs' new Moss range complements the drop in temperature perfectly. Servers, $110, dinosaurdesigns.com.au. Photo: Supplied
Mix cream and black plates for a moody winter vibe. These Phendei plates are Australian designed and handmade in Cambodia without machinery. Each piece is unique. From $25, thedesignhunter.com.au. Photo: Supplied
Kara Rosenlund's love for authenticity and adventure is celebrated through her photography, and now in her new range of kitchen products. Cheese board, $65, shop.kararosenlund.com. Photo: Supplied
Assigned seating is a good thing at a dinner party. Direct funny people to the middle of the table and shy ones near the host. Brass card holders, $29.95, kikki-k.com. Photo: Supplied
Offer guests a throw for when they feel the cold and your status as superhost will skyrocket. $214, linenmoore.com.au. Photo: Supplied
From gooey and melty to hard and crumbly, this copper knife set has serving options for every cheese. $50, twopairs.com.au. Photo: Supplied
Perfect for serving, these exposed stoneware vessels are part of a new collection for Royal Doulton by acclaimed designers Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby. Wooden trivet, $49.95, large black jug $129, small white jug (part of a set) $89.95, myer.com.au. Photo: Supplied
Contrast smoke-hued water tumblers with transparent wine glasses to add drama to the tablescape. From $5, freedom.com.au. Photo: Supplied
These limited-edition black bowls are part of Ikea's new collaboration with Swedish glass and ceramic designer Ingegerd Raman. Each bowl is mouth blown by skilled craftsmen. $14.95 for a two pack, ikea.com. Photo: Supplied
The combination of natural linen napkins with the brown resin handles of Cultipol Goa's new flatware is both eternally stylish and bang on trend. Napkins $15, flatware $360 a set, francalia.com.au. Photo: Supplied
The caramel tones of Dinosaur Design's new Temple platter will add warmth to any winter table. $110, dinosaurdesigns.com.au. Photo: Supplied