Three Simple Ways to Create a Filipino Christmas Table with Flowers
There's something about a Filipino Christmas table that feels magical.
Maybe it's the way we stretch dinner into hours of conversation or how the table is crowded with family, laughter and an abundance of food.
While the lechon might steal the show, a beautiful table floral centrepiece is what really sets the tone when everyone walks in.
You don’t need an elaborate setup or a huge budget to achieve this.
Here are three simple ways to bring Christmas warmth to your table with flowers.
It’s simple, achievable and unmistakably Filipino.
1. The Estelle: Your Classic Red & White Christmas Floral Centrepiece
This is your timeless Pasko look: classic, elegant and festive.
The Flower Farm’s Estelle Christmas candle arrangement features bright red gerberas paired with delicate white berries, all arranged around a warm candle. This centerpiece immediately says ‘celebration’ when you walk into the room. The red brings a traditional Christmas feel, while the white berries add a touch of softness and elegance.
This floral arrangement works beautifully on any table, whether you're hosting a formal celebration or a more casual family gathering.
How to style it: Pair with a crisp white or cream tablecloth. The clean backdrop lets the red really pop. Add gold or silver cutlery if you want to dress it up, or keep your regular plates and let the centerpiece do all the work.
Best for: Traditional Christmas dinners, formal gatherings or anyone who loves the classic red-and-white holiday palette.
2. The Enya: Your Rustic Christmas Table Floral Centrepiece
Sometimes the most beautiful table centerpieces are the ones that feel handpicked and intentional.
The Enya, the Flower Farm’s rustic Christmas table floral centerpiece combines red and green flowers with natural berries and pinecones, arranged around a red candle.
There's something very grounding about the wooden base: rustic, warm and a little bit of texture.
This style works especially well for smaller, more intimate gatherings. It sits lower on the table, so conversation flows easily across it. And because it uses a wooden box base, it feels less formal, more like something you'd see at a cozy family dinner rather than a grand display.
How to style it: This arrangement looks stunning on a bare wooden table because the wood-on-wood creates a natural, cohesive look. If you don't have a wooden table, use a neutral table runner (beige, natural linen or even burlap for that rustic feel) down the center. Keep your napkins simple, think folded cotton in cream or forest green. The arrangement has enough going on that you don't need much else.
Best for: Small family dinners, intimate gatherings or tables where you want something elegant but not overwhelming.
3. The Noelle: A Softer Take on Christmas
If you want something that feels celebratory but a little less traditional, this is the perfect arrangement.
The Noelle is the Flower Farm’s advent candle arrangement featuring various pink chrysanthemums and berries in all their glory. There's something unexpected about pink at Christmas. This arrangement works beautifully if your Christmas aesthetic leans more towards whimsy or if you're hosting a gathering that's celebratory but not strictly traditional. It's also perfect for those long advent dinners leading up to Christmas Eve. This is the perfect way to mark the start to the season.
How to style it: Pink loves neutrals. Use a soft blush, cream, or light gray tablecloth to let the arrangement sing. White or cream plates keep things elegant and clean. If you want to add metallic touches, rose gold or copper napkin rings pick up the warmth of the pink beautifully. You could also scatter some soft pink or white votive candles around the table to echo the candle in the arrangement.
Best for: Advent dinners or anyone who wants to break away from the traditional red-and-green palette while still feeling festive.
The Truth About Christmas Table Styling
Here's what we've learned after years of event styling: the centrepiece floral arrangement is really all you need to invest in.
Everything else, the tablecloth, the napkins, the plates, can be kept simple (or even mismatched) and your table will still look beautiful.
A good floral table centerpiece does the heavy lifting. It sets the mood, creates a focal point and brings colour and life to the table. Pair it with fresh linens, regular plates and you're done. The flowers are what makes it feel special.
If you want to add a little extra?
Go for texture. A linen tablecloth feels more elevated than polyester. Cloth napkins (even simple white ones) feel more intentional than paper. And if you're feeling fancy, a simple table runner or some scattered votive candles around your centerpiece can tie everything together.
Start with the centrepiece. The rest will fall into place.
Make it Yours
There’s no single "right" way to dress your Christmas table. The best centerpiece floral and candle arrangement is the one that feels like home to you, whether that's classic red and white, rustic and intimate or softly celebratory.
As we look back on a year of growth (including our recent shop move to better serve you), we're reminded that the best celebrations aren't about perfection. They're about gathering the people you love around a table and making them feel welcome.
And that’s what flowers do best.
They say: you're invited, you're celebrated, and this moment matters.
Ready to create your Christmas table? Browse our Christmas centerpiece collection or visit us in store.
We'd love to help make your Christmas beautiful.
Please allow a minimum of 2 working days for your order to be loving prepared. This ensures we have the time to create your beautiful Christmas floral candle centrepiece with the care and attention it deserves. Some items may be subject to availability. If a specific bloom is not available, we'll thoughtfully substitute it with an equally beautiful alternative.