These 16 Chic Paper Plates Make Summer Hosting So Much Easier – And Look Surprisingly Elegant
For low-stress summer hosting with minimal clean-up, explore our edit of the most stylish paper plates to shop right now
Of course, nothing compares to beautiful, long-lasting tableware, but for casual backyard BBQs, birthday parties, or those supposedly ‘intimate' family gatherings that mysteriously balloon into a 17-person affair, absolutely no one wants to spend the night handwashing dishes.
We've curated an edit of the chicest paper plates available right now to elevate your summer table with a beautiful (yet low-maintenance) look. A few names currently saving our summertime sanity include Table Two Studio, whose designs tap the retro cabbageware revival, alongside clever Etsy makers channeling the energy of a certain iconic Italian homewares house – all of whom have somehow managed to make paper plates look wonderfully luxurious.
We don’t usually encourage deceiving your guests, but for disposable outdoor tableware this delicious, we’re willing to look the other way.
The Cut is all about Homes & Gardens helping you invest in pieces that feel current now, but won’t date as trends shift. Finds that elevate a room today and still feel right years from now. Whether it’s a sculptural accent chair or a chic pendant light, our editors will curate an edit that balances style, longevity, and quality. Consider this your shortcut to smart, beautiful shopping.
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Julia Demer is a New York–based Style Editor at Homes & Gardens with a sharp eye for where fashion meets interiors. Having cut her teeth at L’Officiel USA and The Row before pivoting into homes, she believes great style is universal – whether it’s a perfect outfit, a stunning room, or the ultimate set of sheets. Passionate about art, travel, and pop culture, Julia brings a global, insider perspective to every story.