Cotton Damask Napkins
Subtle with Leila, floral with Sila or classic with Fina: choose white damask napkins to complement your table linen. Alongside the pattern, consider your intended fold – it determines which part of the fabric remains visible on the table. Choose from sizes of 40 × 40 and 50 × 50 cm.
6 damask napkins Leila, white, with restrained modern pattern, 50x50
12 damask napkins Leila, white, with restrained modern pattern, 50x50
6 damask napkins Sila, white, with floral pattern, 50x50
12 damask napkins Sila, white, with floral pattern, 50x50
6 damask napkins Fina, white, with classic pattern, 50x50
12 damask napkins Fina, white, with classic pattern, 50x50
4 damask napkins Konstanze, white, with a surrounding pattern, 50x50
8 damask napkins Konstanze, white, with a surrounding pattern, 50x50
6 damask napkins Prinzipal, white, with ornamental pattern, 40x40
12 damask napkins Prinzipal, white, with ornamental pattern, 40x40
Which damask collection suits your table setting?
A damask pattern is woven into the fabric. Depending on the light, individual areas appear more prominent or more subtle. Compare the folded napkin too: only part of the pattern remains visible on the table.
Leila
For a table setting where the damask pattern should remain understated. A flat rectangular fold beside the plate complements the simple styling.
50 × 50 cm
Sets of 6 and 12
Prinzipal
An ornamental pattern in the smaller format of this selection. When combining collections, bear in mind that the same fold produces a more compact shape than with 50 × 50 cm napkins.
40 × 40 cm
Sets of 6 and 12
Konstanze
Your choice of fold can bring the surrounding pattern into view. Position part of the patterned border on the outside so that it remains visible in the finished place setting.
50 × 50 cm
Sets of 4 and 8
Sila
For those who enjoy floral patterns. If your crockery also features flowers, try placing the two together: do the patterns complement each other, or does the setting look too busy?
50 × 50 cm
Sets of 6 and 12
Fina
A classic addition to your table. A flat fold leaves an uninterrupted area of fabric visible – a good choice when you want to show off the pattern itself.
50 × 50 cm
Sets of 6 and 12
Setting the table for twelve
Leila, Prinzipal, Sila and Fina:
One set of 12 or two sets of 6.
Konstanze:
One set of 8 and one set of 4.
Compare current pack prices within the same collection and size.
How much of the damask pattern remains visible on the table?
An unfolded napkin reveals the entire pattern. Once folded, only part of it remains visible. Before choosing, consider whether you want the napkin laid flat on the plate, folded into a cutlery pocket or placed in a napkin ring.
A flat fold: an uninterrupted area for the pattern
A simple rectangular or square fold leaves a continuous area of fabric visible. With a surrounding pattern such as Konstanze, you can deliberately position a patterned edge on the outside. Check the effect with cutlery in place too – it may cover part of the pattern.
In a napkin ring: the pattern and light change
Gathering the fabric creates folds that catch the light differently. This can emphasise the characteristic light-and-dark effect of damask, while individual motifs become less fully visible. If the pattern is particularly important to you, compare a rolled napkin with a flat fold at the same place setting.
40 × 40 or 50 × 50 cm: the same fold, a different result
Folded in half twice, a 40 × 40 cm napkin forms a square of approximately 20 × 20 cm. With a 50 × 50 cm napkin, the result is approximately 25 × 25 cm. On a small plate, the larger version may extend well beyond the rim. A rectangular fold beside the plate provides an alternative.
For a consistent overall look: Fold all napkins with the same side of the fabric facing outwards and align any recognisable patterns in the same direction. Then view the finished setting from your guests’ seated position.
Find suitable accessories in our range of napkin rings. When choosing, check that the opening suits the amount of fabric and your intended fold.
The same collection or a deliberately plain combination?
If you want the tablecloth’s pattern to be repeated in the napkins, start with the same collection. For tablecloths from the Leila, Sila, Fina or Prinzipal collections, you can choose the corresponding napkins. Compare the detailed photographs: a small napkin shows a different section of the pattern from a large tablecloth.
A damask napkin on a plain tablecloth
On a plain tablecloth, the napkin’s pattern can provide an accent of its own. This is an option if you already own plain white tablecloths and would like to add patterned napkins to your table.
Two different patterns in the same place setting
Place the folded napkin directly on your tablecloth and add a plate and cutlery. Then check which pattern catches your eye first. If the tablecloth, napkin and crockery all compete for attention, a plain element can create a calmer overall look.
If you already own a damask tablecloth: Look for the collection name on your invoice or previous order. A white colour or the description “damask” is not enough to identify the pattern. Frequently washed table linen may also look different from a new addition to the same collection.
Explore our damask tablecloths and plain white tablecloths.
Preparing damask napkins for a consistent table setting
With damask, the pattern and fold are not the only factors that influence its appearance. The smoothness of the fabric also affects how the light falls across it. For a consistent table setting, wash, dry and iron all napkins in the same way wherever possible.
Check the care instructions for your chosen collection
“Damask” describes the type of weave and does not, by itself, determine the washing temperature or suitability for bleach. Follow the care label for the individual item. This also applies if you intend to wash several white damask collections together.
Prepare the fabric before deciding on the fold
Wash new napkins before first use according to their care instructions. Afterwards, assess their size and try your intended fold. Cotton fabric can shrink during washing; a cutlery pocket planned using an unwashed napkin may turn out differently afterwards.
Iron the napkins using a setting permitted by the care label. Keep one finished napkin beside you as a folding guide. This makes it easier to match the width, outward-facing side and pattern alignment across the remaining napkins.
Using a laundry service: bring a sample back to the table
Before placing a larger order, have a small quantity processed using your intended laundry service. Test the returned napkins with your crockery, chosen fold and, if applicable, napkin rings. What matters is the result after your actual care routine.
For recurring events: Photograph a finished place setting as a guide and record the collection, size and fold. This makes consistent preparation easier, even when different people set the table.
Choosing and combining damask napkins
The woven pattern becomes visible because different areas of the fabric reflect light differently. Lighting, viewing angle and folds therefore change its contrast. A faint pattern in a photograph does not mean the napkin is plain. Compare several detailed views wherever possible.
The front and reverse may show the pattern with a different light-and-dark effect. Also consider the finish of the hems and corners. For a consistent table setting, fold all napkins with the same side facing outwards.
No. Choosing the same collection makes sense if you want to repeat the pattern. A damask napkin can also be combined with a plain tablecloth. Compare the complete place setting to see whether the patterns, shades of white and sheen create your desired effect.
In this selection, Prinzipal is available in 40 × 40 cm, while Leila, Sila, Fina and Konstanze are available in 50 × 50 cm. Size is therefore part of your choice of collection. Always refer to the dimensions in the individual product listing.
For Leila, Sila, Fina and Prinzipal, one set of 12 or two sets of 6 provide twelve napkins. For Konstanze, combine one set of 8 with one set of 4. Make sure you order the same collection and size, and compare current pack prices.