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13 outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table

Summer is almost here! It's time to take the party outside.

One side has a green cocktail being poured into beveled acrylic glasses. The other has a full spread on pastel-colored melamine plates. Credit: Reviewed / West Elm

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Summertime is almost here! You know what that means, right? Al fresco dining season is upon us. It’s time to dress up your outdoor dining.

As you head outside to dine under the sun or stars, don’t even think about grabbing those paper plates! Treat yourself to gorgeous outdoor dinnerware sets and glasses to bring a festive feel to your table.

These summery outdoor plates, bowls, and glasses are drop-safe and bring a whole lot of style to the table.

1. Pottery-inspired pieces that are stronger than ceramic

A terracotta-style dinnerware set
Credit: Reviewed / Food52

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: BPA-free melamine

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe. Not microwave-safe.

If you love the look of glazed ceramic dinnerware but aren't so keen on keeping it poolside, this collection has all of the rustic charms of wheel-thrown sets without the worry of nicks and chips.

Food52’s Sandia collection of dishware mimics the natural curves and irregularities of hand-thrown pottery while remaining shatterproof.

The natural palette and organic forms make it elegant yet versatile, and equally at home serving up a Tuscan-style dinner or chips and salsa. It's also dishwasher-safe and lightweight, making it easy to cart this set from inside to outside and back in for easy cleanup.

Starting at $36 at Food52

2. Modern melamine in summery shades

A colorful spread of outdoor dinnerware
Credit: Reviewed / West Elm

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: BPA-free melamine

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, top rack only. Not microwave-safe.

Bright and light, we love the summery hues of this modern melamine dinnerware collection by London designer Aaron Probyn. While the design of each piece is simple, it’s far from boring. We love that you can mix and match as you create a customized set for yourself, with varying pops of color.

A fully BPA-free set, we also love that the dishes and plates are rimmed, to make for easy, spill-free carrying as you meander poolside or pass them during picnics.

$36 for 4 at West Elm

3. A Sicilian-themed set

A Sicilian set of melamine dinnerware
Credit: Reviewed / William Sonoma

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: BPA-free melamine

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, top rack only. Not microwave-safe.

If you’re dreaming of a Sicilian summer but aren’t White Lotus-rich, you can transform your patio to a cliffside Taormina resort with this vibrant outdoor dinnerware set.

Designed in the style of vibrant Sicilian maiolica ceramics that you find in the carts of street vendors, this brilliant set recreates the traditional in scratch-resistant, shatter-resistant melamine.

Embellished with intricate mosaics, sun-ripened fruit, and spectacular florals, this stunning set also features tablecloths and an assortment of serving bowls and trays for a cohesive presentation.

Starting at $10 at William Sonoma

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5. A reactive glaze-style set that is perfect for poolside dining

A set of glazed-style melamine plates
Credit: Reviewed / West Elm

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: BPA-free melamine

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, top rack only. Not microwave-safe.

These reactive-glaze style plates give feel reminiscent of the sun reflecting off of an inground pool, giving off some subversive summer vibes.

We like the casual style of this set. The glazed-dipped multi-tonal hues make them look like they just came from your arty best friend's pottery studio. Their natural forms are perfect for a poolside brunch or for bringing to the beach for a special-occasion picnic.

$130 at West Elm

6. Ceramic-inspired pieces for alfresco lunches

A set of blue and green melamine plates and bowls
Credit: Reviewed / Frontgate

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: BPA-free melamine; scratch resistant

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, top rack only. Not microwave-safe.

So often melamine plates have a vibrant design inside, but the outsides are flat, boring, and plastic-looking. This ceramic-style set incorporates style and detail both inside and out.

With a rippled texture that emulates the look and feel of ceramic, these saturated melamine plates and bowls deliver break-resistant convenience for outdoor entertaining. The on-trend deep greens and blues of this set will enliven any table setting.

Starting at $55 at Frontgate

7. An exotic set in street bazaar style

A set of Moroccan-inspired plates
Credit: Reviewed / Pottery Barn

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: BPA-free melamine

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, top rack only. Not microwave-safe.

This gorgeous melamine set will transport you to Marrakesh with the Morrocan-themed design. This shatter-proof set is emblazoned with a sand and black mosaic motif for a style this is both classic and lively.

This set is praised by reviewers for having a bit of extra heft to them, for strength against drops and for giving a real-plate feel to each piece.

These dishes and bowls sell in sets of four but there are numerous serving trays and bowls you can purchase to round out your collection.

$48 at Pottery Barn

8. A tongue-in-cheek set that will make your guests smile

Credit: Reviewed / Food52

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: BPA-free melamine

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, top rack only. Not microwave-safe.

This fun Fortessa Street Eats Melamine Paper Plates dinnerware set is evocative of those flimsy paper plates we used to have at picnics and barbecues. Perfect for a casual cookout, these will look authentic holding watermelon, corn on the cob, or burgers and dogs.

The paper plates we knew as kids would need a basket holder to keep them from collapsing under our food, but these sturdy plates will go the distance no matter how soggy the food is they carry.

Starting at $48 at Food52

9. A vibrant color-block set

A colorblock dinnerware set in green and blue
Credit: Reviewed / Food52

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: BPA-free melamine; scratch resistant

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, top rack only. Not microwave-safe.

These gorgeous plates and bowls will bring a burst of saturated summery color to your table setting. Designed to look like glossy ceramic, they’ll have the most even the most discerning eye fooled by their brilliant colorful glazes.

This is just the type of dinnerware to wow your guests. These bold color pairings can be purchased as a set on their own, or mixed and matched to amp up the wow factor.

Starting at $70 at Food52

10. A summer-y set that will last for years

A colorful spread of outdoor dinnerware
Credit: Reviewed / Gibson Home

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: BPA-free melamine; scratch resistant

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, but hand-wash recommended. Not microwave-safe.

This popular and affordable dinnerware set by Gibson Home is evocative of Fiestaware yet are arguably more durable.

Lightweight, sturdy, and stackable, these are a terrific choice for banquets on the go or for anyone living the RV life who needs an extra set of plates. These plates are dishwasher safe but reviews say they tend to fade over time, so we recommend hand washing to make these pretty plates last for years.

Starting at $30 at Amazon

10. Pretty plates you wouldn't guess are bamboo

Credit: Reviewed / Ekobo

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: Bamboo and BPA-free melamine composite

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, top rack only. Not microwave-safe. May chip if dropped.

With retro forms that will bring style to any spread, these bamboo fiber dishes will transform your outdoor meals into works of art.

Designed by American illustrator Kelly Knaga, these plates make for an eye-popping spread. BPA, PVC, and phthalate-free, these plates are sustainable but still strong, standing up to outdoor dining as well as a run through the dishwasher (top shelf, only).

We can also personally vouch for the quality of all Ekobo products. Ours have lasted almost eight years at this point. They have gone on camping trips and to beach parties and are still as good as the day we bought them.

$44 at Ekobo

11. Party-ready stackable flutes

A set of colorful acrylic glasses
Credit: Reviewed / West Elm

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: Acrylic

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, top rack only.

With their prismatic color, these will bring a kick to any outdoor cocktail party. We love the sturdy base that adds style without making these glasses unstable. Their stackable design makes them easy to pack and stash away once the party's over.

Starting at $7 at West Elm

12. Playful "glasses" with a Margaritaville sensibility

Colorful striped acrylic glasses
Credit: Reviewed / Front Gate

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: Acrylic

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, top rack only.

We love the South Florida style of these colorful, striped cups. These beachy tumblers come in a variety of colors and are so beautifully made that, at first look, your party guests might mistake them for real glass.

Starting at $48 at Frontgate

13. A cool set of ice cube-inspired tumblers

A set of beveled acrylic glasses.
Credit: Reviewed / Amazing Abbey

Outdoor dinnerware pieces for a stylish summer table.

Materials: Acrylic

Care instructions: Dishwasher safe, top rack only.

The marled design of this iceberg-inspired set of tumblers sure are cool to look at. We love how they inspire us to feel a little bit chillier just looking at them. The 24-ounce size makes them the perfect pint for optimal hydration.

$26 for 8 at Amazon

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