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Morris & Co tablescape with botanical plates, table runner and serving platter — (Image credit: Williams Sonoma)

I'm hosting my first Thanksgiving this year, and I'm set on bringing classic, heritage style to the table as my grandmother used to – she's always been a master of Thanksgiving table decor ideas. And the Williams Sonoma x Morris & Co Essex collection offers exactly the kind of look that I've been envisioning, and they'll really elevate the family hand-me-downs that I have stowed away in my hosting closet.

Boasting William Morris' signature botanical prints, the collection brings classic British design to the table; think country grandmother-inspired tableware with a dash of heritage charm. If, like me, your Thanksgiving table setting ideas are rooted in nostalgia, the Williams Sonoma x Morris & Co Essex Collection could be your next obsession.

Table with gold charger plate, gold cutlery, red napkin, and red and green Morris &amp; Co plates — Pictured: the Essex appetizer plates, the Essex salad plates, and the Essex dinner plates from the Williams Sonoma x Morris & Co Essex Collection

Vintage prints are making a comeback, and nostalgic decorating trends like chintz and florals are in the spotlight once again. With all of this in mind, I'd say that the Williams Sonoma x Morris & Co Essex Collection has arrived at the perfect time.

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From the bold Essex appetizer plates to the harvest-themed Elmcote napkins, the Williams Sonoma range abounds with Arts and Crafts-inspired designs that will elevate any fall table. I can't wait to show off these pieces to my guests at Thanksgiving; I know that even my grandmother would approve.

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Decorative border

Essex Dinner Plates, Set of 4

They might be on the pricier side, but these dinner plates are heirlooms in the making, which I can see being passed down the generations.

Classic print

Essex Mixed Appetizer Plates, Set of 4

While I'd love to take home every piece in the Morris & Co collection, I'm starting with these appetizer plates, which can be paired with my existing tableware for a layered look.

Serving statement

Essex Oval Platter

This serving platter will really make my Thanksgiving turkey the star of the show, but I'm also tempted to use it for a Thanksgiving centerpiece idea with a few pillar candles and seasonal stems.

Rich hues

Essex Salad Plates, Set of 4

These berry-red plates are ideal for fall gatherings, Thanksgiving parties, and Christmas dinner. I'd style them with gold accents for a luxe touch.

Fall scenes

Seasons by May Napkins, Set of 4

These gorgeous napkins have been on my fall wishlist for a while, but I think I'll finally take the plunge ahead of Thanksgiving with their bold, seasonal print.

Intricate detail

Cotswold Dinner Plates, Set of 4

If you're looking for traditional tableware that packs a punch, these Cotswold plates are perfect. There's nothing more sophisticated than a delicate floral design.

Alongside these stunning Morris & Co pieces, I've got my eye on the vintage-inspired Magnolia holiday decor collection for 2025. From fall table decor ideas right through to Christmas, I can always count on heritage dinnerware to elevate the occasion.

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Martha is a Content Editor on the Gardens team. Her love for lifestyle journalism began when she interned at Time Out Dubai when she was 15 years old; she went on to study English and German at Oxford, before covering property and interior design at Country & Town House magazine. To Martha, living beautifully is all about good food and lots of colorful home decor.