The best serving trays for all your entertaining needs

When it comes to serving trays and serving platters, it might be tempting to pick function over form. But with these eye-catching pieces, you needn’t make the compromise. These stylish pieces will come in handy for your next antipasti spread, cheese platter, or to serve cocktails. And after party hours, they’ll make a pretty table centrepiece too. Everybody wins.

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Georg Jensen Cobra tray, $265 at David Jones

Embodying the elegant moves of a cobra, this Georg Jensen tray is purposeful statement piece for your home. SHOP NOW.

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Sensi Studio Corales de la Isla earthenware platter, $128 at Matches Fashion

Seeking a one-of-a-kind platter? This Sensi Studio platter features a hand-painted coral pattern on a beautiful cream base. Handmade in Ecuador, it’s a stunner. SHOP NOW.

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Dinosaur Designs resin pebble platter in pink guava, $200.96 at Net-a-porter.

You know a Dinosaur Design piece when you see one. We love this one for its gorgeous blushed hue and sculptural shape. Even when not in use, you can leave this out on your kitchen bench or dining table as an eye-catching design piece. SHOP NOW.

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Hay extra large Kaleido tray in grey, $74.50 (usually $107) at Amara.

Add a pop of colour to your dining table with this stylish angular-shaped tray – fashioned from powder-coated steel and designed to fit with other Kaleido trays. Style it with contrasting colours and sizes for a statement look. SHOP NOW.

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Thermis Z Serenity porcelain serving platter, $241 at Matches Fashion.

This porcelain platter features a light-blue undulating hand-painted pattern that’s inspired by founder Themis Zouganeli’s Greek heritage. An excellent choice for fruit, cheese and crackers. SHOP NOW.

Jardan white serving plate

Andrei Davidodd Violet oval platter, white, $130, from Jardan.

The beauty of this ceramic platter lies in its simplicity. Each piece is wheel-thrown from Australian clay, and due to its handmade nature, each platter is unique. A quiet achiever. SHOP NOW.

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Wonki Ware Mediterranean platter, $208 at Clo Studios.

Measuring 42 centimentres in diameter, this large platter is an entertainer’s dream. Its size means it’ll fit enough food to feed a crowd, while sitting pretty on your dining table. SHOP NOW.

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Lobster dish, $195, from Studio Enti.

The long, elegant shape means it’ll fit easily onto narrow tables – a platter that’s sleek and functional in equal measure.SHOP NOW.

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