Placemats

A placemat does two things: protects the table and sets the tone of the meal. At Lulu and Georgia, the placemat collection spans woven cotton and linen styles, leather and faux-leather options, rattan and natural fiber rounds, and patterned and printed designs — in individual pieces and coordinating sets. Each chosen for the way they anchor a place setting without competing with the dinnerware above them.

What placemat styles does Lulu and Georgia carry?

The collection includes woven cotton and linen placemats in striped, solid, and textured styles; leather and faux-leather options in rectangular and round formats; rattan, seagrass, and natural fiber placemats; patterned and printed designs for more expressive table settings; and solid neutrals for a quieter ground. Most styles are sold in sets of two or four. Sizes are noted on each product page — standard rectangular placemats run approximately 12×18 inches.

How do I choose placemats that work with my dinnerware?

The simplest approach is contrast: a textured natural-fiber placemat under clean white or ceramic dinnerware; a printed or patterned placemat under solid-colored or simple plates. The placemat should frame the plate rather than compete with it. For patterned dinnerware, opt for a solid or very simple textured placemat. For maximalist tables, matching placemats in a complementary color from the dinnerware pattern often reads better than more of the same pattern.

Can placemats be used on an outdoor table?

Some placemats in the collection are suited for outdoor use — woven synthetic and laminated styles in particular. Natural fiber placemats like rattan, seagrass, and cotton are best kept for indoor use, as moisture and humidity will degrade them over time. Outdoor-appropriate placemats are noted on product pages. For outdoor dining, the outdoor dinnerware and entertaining category has coordinating pieces designed for exterior use.

Also explore: Napkins, Tablecloths + Runners, Table Linens + Coasters, Dinnerware, Serveware.