Hilary Green candle holder
From $80
A candlelit dinner for two feels rom-com cinematic – even if you’re plating up something from the local takeaway joint. Give your tablescape a sculptural edge with a stoneware candleholder from Melbourne ceramicist Hilary Green. Each piece is handmade and intricate, like a rococo coral growth gone artfully awry. Smaller pieces start at $80 and larger candelabras top $600. I Love Linen Ruffles tablecloth
From $132
Drape this 100 per cent natural French flax linen tablecloth over any surface and it instantly elevates your space from everyday to “pour a glass and put your phone on airplane mode, it’s date night”. Ruffles add a sense of frivolity and occasion without veering too far into the frou-frou, while the natural tone keeps things grounded in relaxed elegance. (Not to mention it’ll go with pretty much any colour scheme.) Maison Balzac Bisous napkins
$119
Pucker up for a (French) kiss with the Bisous napkins by local label Maison Balzac. Made from 100 per cent European linen, the set of perfect-sized pouts are designed to scatter kisses across your table on date night, but also whenever you want to smooch up your tablescape. Never miss a moment. Make sure you're subscribed to our newsletter today.SUBSCRIBE NOW Studio Eter The Lovers candle
$27
Candlelight goes a long way when it comes to setting the mood. And Melbourne label Studio Eter’s The Lovers candle is a symbol of such intimate moments. Its intertwined design is crafted from hand-dipped beeswax – sourced from the label’s own beehives and those of local beekeepers – and the double wick from organic cotton. Photo credit: Stephanie Samatis. Mustard Made x Fazeek flute glasses
$119
Colourful locker label Mustard Made has recently stepped into glass cabinetry – and its collaboration with dopamine designer Fazeek has resulted in the perfect hand-blown flutes to put on show. It’s the Newcastle brand’s signature colour profile tied in with Fazeek’s sculptural silhouettes for a limited edition chalice worth toasting with. Daily Blooms flowers
From $50
Nature’s approach to tablescaping is about peppering your dining table with delicate flora. There are seasonal blooms like dahlia, rose, snapdragons, alstroemeria and leather fern – or single stems to present in a sculptural vase. You might choose to lean into a blush palette or keep things neutral with greens and whites. Wherever you land, it’s best to pre-order to avoid the holiday rush. Curatif x Bar Bambi Amaretto Sour cocktail
$45
For something to sip on, Aussie cocktail maker Curatif has teamed up with Melbourne’s Bar Bambi for a canned Amaretto Sour deserving of your love. It’s a refreshing blend of amaretto, lemon, syrup and egg white that will allow you to spend more time with your loved one instead of on making drinks. Serve it with a maraschino cherry on an elegant cocktail pick, of course. Soremo Bubble Heart wine glass set
$37 (was $45)
Cartoon love hearts everywhere may give unwelcome school dance or childhood party vibes. But a big red heart or two brings a hint of fun and kitsch to an otherwise grown-up table setting, so why not say cheers to love with one of these Soremo wine goblets? Designed and handmade in Shanghai using borosilicate glass, it’s available in Australia from For You Gift Store. Maison Balzac La Danse vase
$139 (was $199)
Swoony Sydney homewares label Maison Balzac offers plenty that’ll add romance to your space. We particularly adore this poetic handblown vase, part of the La Danse collection dedicated to Parisian ballet in the early 1900s. Made to hold a bouquet of flowers (if you’re lucky enough to receive one) or a single stunning bloom. Mosey Me Raspberry Stripe napkin set
$95
Almost as sweet as your significant other, these candy-coloured napkins from Melbourne homewares label Mosey Me are screen-printed on 100 per cent linen. Bold pinks and reds evoke a vintage [Valentine theme](https://www.broadsheet.com.au/national/fashion/article/valentines-day-outfits); neat graphic stripes keep it contemporary. These work great for special occasions as well as everyday dining. Fleur Studios Cloud vase
$389
On cloud nine with your lover? The white onyx vase by Gold Coast label Fleur Studios is a sculptural silhouette designed to show off any fresh Valentine blooms. Hand-carved from a single block of stone and hand-polished for a glossy finish, it makes for a beautiful solo statement when you don’t have flowers to style too. A version of this article appeared in Domain Review, in partnership with Broadsheet.
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