Stylish and Durable Outdoor Dinnerware Collections

When the weather is nice, eating outdoors is one of the best ways to enjoy a good meal. The fresh outdoor air and gorgeous scenery will give your dinner parties a relaxed ambiance. To serve dinner, skip the generic paper plates and set your patio table with beautiful outdoor dinnerware from Williams Sonoma. These melamine plates and bowls are not only reusable and eco-friendly, but also come in gorgeous designs and colors to suit every personality.

Outdoor Dinnerware Essentials

While the needs of every household may differ, having a diverse collection of plates, bowls and serving equipment facilitates entertaining large groups of friends and family members. Include some or all of the following items to create a complete dinnerware set for outdoor entertaining.

• Four to six dinner plates, or enough to serve each member of the family. If you frequently host large family gatherings, consider keeping extra outdoor dinner plates handy.
• An equivalent number of salad plates and a set of bowls for appetizers, side dishes or desserts.
• Coordinated outdoor serving bowls and platters are also important to have. Choose serveware in various shapes and sizes to accommodate every dish on the menu.
• Complete your outdoor dinnerware set with shatterproof outdoor glasses and stylish beverage dispensers.

Style Collections

Dinnerware sets for outdoor use often feature fun patterns and colors that reflect the beauty of the outdoors. Melamine dinnerware at Williams Sonoma is available in six unique style collections.

• The Rustic collection features durable melamine bowls, plates and platters with the look and texture of rustic earthenware. Choose from a variety of colors including classic white and stunning turquoise.
• The Iznik collection features gorgeous melamine dinnerware printed with Mayan-inspired patterns. Because these dishes all feature the same vibrant hues, you can mix-and-match patterns and still achieve a cohesive look.
• The Aerin Fairfield collection features eye-catching blue and white dishes made of durable melamine. They feature lovely floral patterns that are perfect for outdoor events.
• The Pleated collection features bright and glossy dishes with a pleated border that adds visual and tactile appeal.
• The Glow collection features simple yet stylish melamine dinnerware in vibrant colors like coral and palm tree green. The subtle glazed effect gives the dishes the look of ceramics.
• The Hawaii collection features melamine dishes with bold tropical prints. Mix-and-match melamine plates printed with vibrant flowers and ones printed with fish and sea creatures to create a tropical paradise in your own backyard.
• In addition to these design collections, there are several non-melamine dinnerware options for outdoor use. Crafted of wood, handwoven natural fibers, copper or stainless steel, these dishes will add a unique decorative touch to your patio table.

Dining outdoors is a fun way to spend a warm, sunny day. With a gorgeous set of melamine dishes, you can serve your outdoor meals in style. Browse the beautiful and durable outdoor dinnerware collections at Williams Sonoma to find the dinnerware that suits your personal style.