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Tray Chic: 10 Stylish Serving Ideas

December 20, 2006
Why not dress up the party with a tray that makes a statement? Here's a selection of cool serving surfaces in a range of materials and shapes. —Danielle Bufalini & Jeralyn Gerba

Turn your cocktail hour into an elegant affair with this mother-of-pearl cocktail tray from Suedebox. (17 by 7 inches, $100)
Turn your cocktail hour into an elegant affair with this mother-of-pearl cocktail tray from Suedebox. (17 by 7 inches, $100)
Turn your cocktail hour into an elegant affair with this mother-of-pearl cocktail tray from Suedebox. (17 by 7 inches, $100)
Turn your cocktail hour into an elegant affair with this mother-of-pearl cocktail tray from Suedebox. (17 by 7 inches, $100)
Add rustic charm with a solid maple cutting board, designed by master woodworker Edward Wohl and available from Heath Ceramics. (12 1/2 by 22 1/2 inches, $139)
Add rustic charm with a solid maple cutting board, designed by master woodworker Edward Wohl and available from Heath Ceramics. (12 1/2 by 22 1/2 inches, $139)
The price is right for Kiln Enamel's latest Rouleau de Fer round, in sleek dark shades with gothic detailing. (15-inch diameter, $40)
The price is right for Kiln Enamel's latest Rouleau de Fer round, in sleek dark shades with gothic detailing. (15-inch diameter, $40)
Urbana Design's cork tray is good for guests and the environment. The eco-friendly material makes this sleek tray a sustainable option. Available from Branch. (18 1/4 by 14 inches, $150)
Urbana Design's cork tray is good for guests and the environment. The eco-friendly material makes this sleek tray a sustainable option. Available from Branch. (18 1/4 by 14 inches, $150)
Serve up dainty delights on handmade rectangular fused-glass trays from Kiwi Studios. (6 by 16 inches, $120)
Serve up dainty delights on handmade rectangular fused-glass trays from Kiwi Studios. (6 by 16 inches, $120)
Turn over a whole new you-know-what with these spectacular gold- and silver-dipped leaves that servers can hold in the palm of their hands. Available from Sur Evolution. (8 by 5 inches, $112)
Turn over a whole new you-know-what with these spectacular gold- and silver-dipped leaves that servers can hold in the palm of their hands. Available from Sur Evolution. (8 by 5 inches, $112)
The bold, geometric lines of Queens pottery duo Klein Reid’s ceramic tray frame hors d'oeuvres like edible art. (12 1/2 by 4 3/4 inches, $76)
The bold, geometric lines of Queens pottery duo Klein Reid’s ceramic tray frame hors d'oeuvres like edible art. (12 1/2 by 4 3/4 inches, $76)
Leave your mark after every bite with these vibrantly colored, uniquely monogrammed glass plates. Available from Superdeluxe. (6 by 10 inches, $135)
Leave your mark after every bite with these vibrantly colored, uniquely monogrammed glass plates. Available from Superdeluxe. (6 by 10 inches, $135)
The stark white King’s Road platter from Rosanna has gold crown detailing. (11 3/4 by 16 inches, $40)
The stark white King’s Road platter from Rosanna has gold crown detailing. (11 3/4 by 16 inches, $40)
A clever take on the classic cheese board: Each limited-edition ceramic plate is printed with images of a favorite fromage. Available from Clio. (12 by 12 inches, $150)
A clever take on the classic cheese board: Each limited-edition ceramic plate is printed with images of a favorite fromage. Available from Clio. (12 by 12 inches, $150)
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