15 beautiful dinner plate sets to add to your autumn tablescape

The rich, rusty red tone on these plates will create a sophisticated tablescape when paired with light wood, rattan and beige. Curved edges prevent any spillages and mess and, as these plates are glazed stoneware, each one may be ever so slightly different.

They're not about to jump out and grab your guests' attention, but these plates are ideal for creating a rustic, understated, Iberian feel. A set of four matching bowls is also available.

Sophie Conran knows how to do dinnerware. Adorned in mistletoe, the simple, elegant design of these plates adds a festive touch to your table without being garish.

Plates are purchased separately, but there is a whole range of accompanying options including bowls, serving platters and napkins. We also love the lavender range for spring.

A contrasting rim and subtle speckled glaze finish elevates this simple set into something more special. This is a great price for a 12-piece set, especially one that can be dressed up for special occasions while still being durable enough for everyday use.

No round-up on dinner plates would be complete without Denby. The British pottery brand is known for its beautifully glazed pieces and superior quality. This blue/black option will make for a moody display on your table — finish with a dark tablecloth and gold or brass cutlery to complete the look.

Beloved by Anthropologie customers for a decade, the Old Havana crockery collection will see you through all the seasons. Pair with dark wood, deep emerald greens and gold throughout autumn and winter, and pastels, neutrals and silverware for spring. You can also buy matching bowls and side plates.

M&S has worked to increase the strength of its everyday plate sets by removing nearly all the pores within the ceramic. This makes the material less likely to chip and more resilient to temperature changes, so they'll last longer and save you money in the long run. There are plenty of neutral sets in the range, but we like the thought of adding a flash of colour to weeknight dinners with this buoyant teal colourway.

From the brand that brought us the Always Pan comes this generously proportioned dinnerware set, in colours to match your skillet. This 36-piece set is an investment, but it has everything you need to throw a big bash — and your table will be perfectly co-ordinated. Add a vibrant tablecloth for maximum visual impact.

With uneven edges and subtle texture, these plates have a more rustic, handmade look than the conventional circular-shaped plate – a modern-yet-timeless update to a classic design. At £24 for a set of four, we're impressed with M&S' pricing.

Pretty scalloped edges are everywhere, but this feminine H&M option is one of the more reasonably priced. It'll turn your table into a setup fit for a mermaid — just add some gold cutlery and delicate fluted glasses to finish.

These plates are sold individually, so remember to add the required number to your cart.

Powder blue is a key trend for John Lewis in 2024, and this scallop-edged plate is a great example of why. This versatile colour can be styled with plenty of other options, from navy blues to neutrals, and is ideal for summer with with its light, upbeat design. Matching bowls and mugs are also available, including a classic white colourway if preferred.

The plates are sold individually, so remember to add as many as you need to your order with John Lewis.

Add a splash of vibrant, iconic Le Creuset colour to your dining table with this stoneware 12-piece set. Pair with blacks for a striking look, or golden tones, neutrals and elegant candlesticks for a luxe, chic tablescape.

Ideal for desserts and sides, these cloud plates are a fantastically pretty and unique find. Style with a frilly lace cloth and some chunky diamond-cut glassware for a truly dreamy layout.

You won't find a cheerier, more colourful and comprehensive dinner plate set than this option from Wayfair. It'll play into a joyfully eclectic scheme, ideal for perking up dreary afternoons or celebrating the sun.

Opting for a mid-blue shade is an easy way to add colour to your table without it feeling overbearing. Keep your scheme clean and crisp with a white tablecloth and traditional glassware, or lean into the natural pattern with wooden accents and navy hues. Matching soup bowls and dessert plates are available, as well as a similar, more floral design — which we like just as much!