Refined and reasonably priced, this tray's metallic edge and mirrored base impart an air of glamour (without a trace of gaudiness).
The tiny dots on this egg-shaped porcelain tray remind us of confetti — use it for serving snacks and celebratory drinks on New Year's or your bestie's birthday.
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A statement serving piece if there ever was one, this platter — made from real rose quartz — elevates holiday refreshments from run-of-the-mill to downright regal.
These Japanese trays are popular for a reason: they're lightweight and available in a variety of colors and sizes. Plus, they're made using resin-coated linen, which is just plain cool.
We love this hexagonal tray in calming gray — use it on its own, or in combination with its variously sized counterparts to form layered, multicolored shapes.
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A closer look at this bamboo tray by Alessi reveals that its handles are actually tiny rooftops — an appropriate detail given its name, which translates from Italian as "four walls and two houses."
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The top of this slender table separates to become a stand-alone wooden tray; when drinks become too heavy, let its collapsible metal stand relieve you.
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These handsome trays were made from old pine shipping pallets, which means that no two are exactly alike.
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The engravings on this antique Moroccan tray are so striking, you may be tempted to keep it clear of dishes so as not to cover them up. (But it'll also make a great accent piece even when the party's over.)
This brilliantly patterned platter adds an element of play to any party — its vivid blues and greens evoke summer at the beach.
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Ideal for the design-savvy, Kartell's Dune tray — with a surface meant to resemble sand — defies description (except to say that it's truly dazzling).
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