Dinner sets – our pick of the best

Looking for a new dinner set? From statement colour to full-on pattern, we’ve picked a selection of the best dinner sets to brighten up any dining occasion.

Whether you’re throwing a dinner party or simply looking to add a splash of colour to mealtimes, a new dinner set is the perfect solution to instantly brighten up any dining occasion. Buying new tableware needn’t be expensive, with many places offering simple white value sets – ideal for first time buyers or those on a budget. On the other hand if you’re looking to invest choosing a bold colour or patterned set can instantly add personality to mealtimes. For the country dweller a classic red with polka dots is a great choice and for those looking for more of a modern approach an on-trend slate grey set is just the thing. We’ve chosen our favourite new designs to help inspire you, whatever your style.

Paris 12 Piece Dinner Set white with images of butterflies and paris in grey - 4 large plates, 4 small plates, 4 bowls

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1. Paris 12 Piece Dinner Set

Specifications

Set comprises: 4 dinner plates, 4 side plates, 4 bowls

This delicate decorative set will add a touch of Vintage to your everyday dining. Porcelain.

Paris 12 Piece Dinner Set, £25, BHS

Value 16 Piece Dinner Set in white - 4 large plates, 4 small plates, 4 bowls and 4 mugs

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2. Value 16 Piece Dinner Set

Specifications

Set comprises: 4 dinner plates, 4 side plates, 4 bowls, 4 mugs

Giving you Lakeland quality at a very purse-friendly price, the value range has been carefully chosen to include everyday kitchen basics. Simple white co-ordinating porcelain pieces for four individual place settings. 

Value 16 Piece Dinner Set, £20, Lakeland

12 Piece Glisten Dinner Set, white with platinum and gold detailing - 1 large plate, 1 small plate and 1 bowl

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3. 12 Piece Glisten Dinner Set

Specifications

Set comprises: 4 dinner plates, 4 side plates, 4 bowls

Porcelain dinner set with elegant platinum and gold detailing. 

12 Piece Glisten Dinner Set, £45, Next

George Home 12 Piece Farmhouse Spot Dinner Set, white with red edging with white dots - 1 large plate, 1 small plate and 1 bowl

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4. George Home 12 Piece Farmhouse Spot Dinner Set

Specifications

Set comprises: 4 dinner plates, 4 side plates, 4 bowls

You will love hosting dinner parties with this stylish farmhouse style design. Complete in porcelain.

George Home 12 Piece Farmhouse Spot Dinner Set, £20, Asda

Rowan Dinner 12 Piece Set, white top with green edging and base -1 large plate, 1 small plate and 1 bowl

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5. Rowan Dinner 12 Piece Set

Specifications

Set comprises: 4 dinner plates, 4 side plates, 4 bowls

This glazed stoneware dinner set, in muted green tones, will add an earthy elegance to any dining room or kitchen.

Rowan Dinner 12 Piece Set, £27, Homebase

Loveramics Flutter 16 Piece Dinner Set, in white with a design showing the silhouette of hummingbirds - 1 large plate, 1 small plate, 1 bowl and 1 mug

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6. Loveramics Flutter 16 Piece Dinner Set

Specifications

Set comprises: 4 dinner plates, 4 salad plates, 4 cereal bowls mugs

Create a stunning dinnerware collection with this fabulous 16 piece dinner set from Loveramics, part of the Flutter range designed by Peter Ting. The Flutter collection features the surreal introduction of flowers within the silhouette of hummingbirds. 

Loveramics Flutter 16 Piece Dinner Set, £115, Amara

Gordon Ramsay Bread Street 16 Piece Set in grey, with 4 large plates, 4 small plates, 4 bowls and 4 mugs

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7. Gordon Ramsay Bread Street 16 Piece Set

Specifications

Set comprises: 4 dinner plates, 4 side plates, 4 mugs, 4 bowls

This 16 piece Gordon Ramsay dinner set is made of elegant slate grey crockery with contrasting white edge lines to create a smart and striking look. 

Gordon Ramsay Bread Street 16 Piece Set, £130, Royal Doulton

12 Piece Rosalie Box Dinner Set, white with pink floral pattern - 1 large plate, 1 small plate and 1 bowl

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8. 12 Piece Rosalie Box Dinner Set

Specifications

Set comprises: 4 dinner plates, 4 side plates, 4 cereal bowls

Stylish and useful, this Earthenware collection would add a decorative, vintage feel to your favourite meals. 

12 Piece Rosalie Box Dinner Set, £79, Marks and Spencer

12 Piece Spring Blooms Box Dinner Set, white with colourful floral design - 1 large plate, 1 small plate and 1 bowl

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9. 12 Piece Spring Blooms Box Dinner Set

Specifications

Set comprises: 4 dinner plates, 4 side plates and 4 cereal bowls

Add a touch of elegance and unique charm to your dinner table with this beautiful dinnerware. The intricate floral design is perfect for special occasions. Fine china. 

12 Piece Spring Blooms Box Dinner Set, £79, Marks and Spencer

Contributor

Tamara was Ideal Home's Digital Editor before joining the Woman & Home team in 2022. She has spent the last 15 years working with the style teams at Country Homes & Interiors and Ideal Home, both now at Future PLC. It’s with these award wining interiors teams that she's honed her skills and passion for shopping, styling and writing. Tamara is always ahead of the curve when it comes to interiors trends – and is great at seeking out designer dupes on the high street.