Elegant Plates & Platters

Plates & Platters for French-Inspired Tables

Set a beautiful table with Malmaison’s curated collection of plates and platters, chosen for everyday dining, relaxed entertaining and elegant occasions.  Discover French and French-inspired dinner plates, side plates, dessert plates, plate sets, serving plates and platters designed to bring warmth, charm and effortless style to the table.

Whether you are refreshing your everyday dinnerware, layering a French country table setting, or preparing for long lunches with family and friends, these pieces are selected to be both practical and beautiful.

Shop by Type

Dinner Plates
Elegant plates for everyday meals, family dining and beautifully styled table settings.

Side & Dessert Plates
Smaller plates for entrees, salads, desserts, afternoon tea and layered place settings.

Plate Sets
Coordinated sets for building a table with ease, from everyday dining to special occasions.

Serving Plates & Platters
Generous pieces for shared dishes, grazing boards, cakes, pastries and relaxed entertaining.

Picnic & Occasion Plates
Characterful plates for outdoor dining, seasonal tables, gifting and special moments.

Plates and Platters for Everyday Dining and Entertaining

The right plates and platters help shape the mood of the table.  Simple dinner plates create an elegant everyday foundation, while side plates, dessert plates and serving platters add layers of detail for entertaining.

For a French-inspired table, mix practical everyday plates with statement serving pieces, textured glassware, classic cutlery and beautiful table linen.  Use platters to serve shared dishes, layer side plates for colour and pattern, and add napkins, jugs or candles to create a setting that feels warm, collected and inviting.

This collection is ideal for refreshing your tableware, adding extra plates to an existing dinner set, styling a French country lunch, preparing for guests, or choosing a thoughtful gift for someone who loves dining and entertaining.

Helpful Notes & FAQs

What products are included in the Malmaison Plates & Platters Collection?

This collection includes dinner plates, side plates, dessert plates, petite plates, lunch plates, plate sets, serving plates, platters and selected tableware pieces for dining and entertaining.

Is every item in this collection made in France?

The collection includes both French and French-inspired plates and platters, selected for their style, quality, practicality and ability to complement a beautiful table setting.  Please check each product page for specific origin, material and care details.

What is the difference between plates and platters?

Plates are usually used for individual place settings, such as dinner plates, side plates and dessert plates.  Platters are larger serving pieces used to present shared dishes, grazing boards, cakes, pastries or food for entertaining.

Should I buy plate sets or individual plates?

Plate sets are ideal if you want a coordinated table or need multiple matching pieces.  Individual plates are useful if you want to mix styles, replace pieces, add colour or create a more collected French-inspired table.

Can plates and platters be mixed with dinner sets?

Yes. Plates and platters can be layered beautifully with dinner sets, bowls, servingware and glassware. Mixing coordinated pieces with individual plates or statement platters can make the table feel more personal and considered.

How do I style plates and platters for a French-inspired table?

Begin with dinner plates as the base, then layer side plates or dessert plates for texture and detail.  Add serving platters to the centre of the table, then finish with table linen, glassware, cutlery, jugs, carafes or candles.

Are platters useful for entertaining?

Yes platters are ideal for serving shared dishes, grazing boards, cakes, pastries, salads, fruit and desserts.  They also add height, shape and generosity to the table when entertaining.

Are plates and platters suitable as gifts?

Yes. Plate sets, serving platters, petite plates and dessert plates make thoughtful gifts for weddings, engagements, housewarmings, birthdays, hosts and anyone who enjoys creating a beautiful table.

How should I care for plates and platters?

Always follow the care instructions on the individual product page.  As a general guide, decorative ceramics, special plates and serving platters should be handled with care, washed according to the product guidance and stored securely between use.

What should I buy first when building a tableware collection?

Start with versatile dinner plates and side plates, then add platters for serving and entertaining.  From there, you can layer in bowls, glassware, cutlery and table linen to create a complete table setting.