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On-trend ideas for DIY table decoration from interior decorator and stylist Amanda Smythe:

Opt for colour combos such as white or ivory paired with sage or soft green, enlivened with splashes of muted indigo. Choose natural fabrics with an open weave, such as linen, for napery and table runners.

Go for natural foliage and incorporate eucalyptus or other Australian natives. For a subtle injection of colour, use banksias in soft pink shades.

Keep glassware and dinnerware simple: think organic lines and neutral colours.

For stylish, casual outdoor dining, set out shared platters of salads and seafood that everyone can dip into.

Consider how the food will look as well as taste. Salads, for example, can add texture and colour to your table setting.