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15 of the prettiest dessert plates

A treat for the eyes and the tastebuds, beautifully designed and expertly crafted dessert plates are an easy way to elevate afternoon tea.

Author:

Charlotte Dunford | Houses Editor

Published Date:

4 August 2023

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dessert plates — Lido side plate, Pink, set of 4, £130, Skye McAlpine Tavola

A treat for the eyes and the tastebuds, beautifully designed and expertly crafted dessert plates are an easy way to elevate cakes, pastries and puddings.

Perfect for the seasoned host, decorative plates will add a touch of charm and elegance to your table. We’ve put together an edit of some of our favourites to buy this season, from delicate designs to whimsical patterned pieces. For more inspiration, take a look at our best serveware buys.

15 of this season’s best dessert plates

dessert plate — Blue Lily of the Valley starter plates, set of 4, £252, Mrs Alice

dessert plate — Foliage hand-painted ceramic side plate, Pink, £15, Birdie Fortescue

dessert plate — Bordallo Pinheiro Daisy earthenware dessert plates, set of 4, £68, Matches

dessert plate — Marie-Antoinette ribbon bread plate, £57, Carron

dessert plate — Colourful Stripe side plates, set of 4, £62, Rockett St George

dessert plate — Pomme D'Amour dessert plate, 60 €, Laetitia Rouget

dessert plate — Wisteria dessert plate, £55, Daylesford

dessert plate — Kintaro side plates, set of 4, Putting Green, £65, Oka

dessert plate — Lemon Sole di Sicilia dessert plate, £120, Dior

dessert plate — Sophie Conran Lavandula tea plates, set of 4, £46, Portmeirion

dessert plates — Morris & Co dessert plates, set of 4, £49.50, Spode

dessert plates — Eden side plates, set of 4, £85, Soho Home

dessert plates — Lilypad side plates, Assorted, set of 4, £64, Anthropologie

dessert plate — Lido side plates, set of 4, Pink, £130, Skye McAlpine Tavola

dessert plate — Scallop dessert plates, set of 6, Multicoloured, £195, Wicklewood

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