Many people prefer to buy a single tableware set. Buying one large set of dinnerware with matching bowls, dinner plates, side plates (and often even complementary serving platters, butter dishes and jugs) means sitting down to an appealing set table at each meal with little effort needed. You already know you have everything you need, and that it all looks great together. However, mixing and matching items of crockery and tableware can produce equally beautiful results, and can end up feeling more special and unique. To add an element of unity, try to choose items that fit a ‘theme ’, whether that’s a specific colour, material, design style or even a recurring shape. Then simply select the items that you find most appealing for a special tableware collection that is unique to you.