Like most brides-to-be, committing to a china pattern was a big deal for me. I spotted these Villeroy & Boch Audun dishes in a department store in Pittsburgh in 1998. When I got engaged in 2001, I registered for them…now in 2018, they still make me a little weak in the knees.
I am still crazy about the design and sturdiness of my Audun dishes even after 17 years. I’m not parting with them or replacing them anytime soon. 
My mom, on the other hand, had a real plate addiction. She never settled on just one set. Her cabinets were full of many styles and patterns of dishes. I loved each of them and appreciate her not settling on just one…but I am not the same and admittedly even a little frugal.
However, after our kitchen remodel, I undeniably longed for a little update and newness in my dishware too.
Simple solution…I started mixing and matching my plates with fresh white plates. And it didn’t break the bank because you can find white dishes at an inexpensive price at stores like Homegoods!
Mixing white dishes with your current china can transform the look of your table settings or plate displays. If you play with layers of pattern and white plates and add some texture to your table, you can give your old china new life.
By adding white dishes and accessories, I can make my traditional pastoral plates more rustic or more modern.
I love the way it makes my Audun dishes pop!
With white dishes there are endless possibilities for mixing and matching. You have more options with the linens too. 
White is timeless and goes with everything!
Try bringing some new life to your old china with white dishes. Experiment and enjoy!
What about you? Do you use white dishes in your kitchen?
Katie Walsh Beck says
March 28, 2018 at 1:02 pmFirst…your pictures are lovely. Second…I love this idea!! I have inhereited many different pieces of china and have a huge collection of pottery barn everyday white plates, and I NEVER think of integrating them all, and I bet it will look great. Third (and last) perfect timing for this – my Easter table will be much improved 🙂
Olive Jude says
April 2, 2018 at 8:17 amThank you so much for your thoughtful comments! I bet your Easter table was spectacular!
Kelsey says
March 28, 2018 at 10:39 amYou have the cutest dishes!! Love the pattern mixing! xo
Bailey says
March 27, 2018 at 11:02 amThis is adorable! I absolutely love the mix and match
Rachel says
March 27, 2018 at 9:53 amThese settings are gorgeous! What a brilliant idea to incorporate the plain white!
Leslie says
March 26, 2018 at 11:07 pmI love mixing up my china with white. In fact, I love mixing patterns, too. You have some really beautiful pieces.
Olive Jude says
March 27, 2018 at 8:57 amIt is so fun! Thank you for the compliments!
Amanda Martin says
March 26, 2018 at 8:27 pmLove this set up! I mix and match my dishes, too.
Olive Jude says
March 27, 2018 at 8:57 amKeeps it all interesting! Thanks!
Katie Kelly says
March 26, 2018 at 7:50 pmYour china is SO pretty! I love all the different styles, so versatile.
Olive Jude says
March 27, 2018 at 8:57 amThanks, Katie!
Emily @ Pizza & Pull-Ups says
March 26, 2018 at 1:43 pmAll your settings are so gorgeous! What a great way to mix it up a little.
Olive Jude says
March 27, 2018 at 8:58 amThanks! Love playing around with these dishes!
Marquita@LovetheLaniers says
March 26, 2018 at 12:17 pmI do use white dishes for the same reason. You can’t go wrong when mixing and matching. I didn’t register for formal china when I got married though and seeing how beautiful yours looks makes me wish I did! 🙂
Olive Jude says
March 27, 2018 at 8:58 amKeeps the table interesting with all the mixing and matching…
Candy says
March 26, 2018 at 10:41 amI have white everyday dishes and they go great with my fine china. Love the look
Olive Jude says
March 27, 2018 at 8:59 amPerfect!
Corey @hudsonfarmhouse says
March 26, 2018 at 9:58 amOh my i love this and your dishes are beautiful. Love how you styled them for photos ????
Olive Jude says
March 26, 2018 at 10:09 amThank you, Corey!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
March 26, 2018 at 9:38 amGreat tips to get them used!