TABLE CHIC - Tapa blanda

Created and styled by international interior designer and decorator, KellyHoppen whose inspired table settings are in demand by clients the world over, Table Chic contains stunning ideas for creating glamorous and stylish table settings, whether for a business dinner, lunch with the girls, an informal supper party, an al fresco picnic or a romantic dinner for two. There are ideas for an autumn supper with candles and gourds, a celebratory dinner, a spring table with large terracotta pots filled with daffodils. The book has three sections - the first looks at colour and texture, showing how to use what you already have. The second section deals with occasions and a range of beautifully photographed table settings. The third section is a design directory concentrating on stylish details such as napkins, tablecloths and place names.

Kelly Hoppen is featured regularly in Tatler, Elle Decoration (UK and Japanese editions) and the Sunday Times: Style supplement. She is also publishing a book called East Meets West (Conran Octopus) which looks at her design philosophy