Magical tablescapes in a magical setting: Inside Vogue Scandinavia and Royal Copenhagen’s enchanting dinner party at Glyptoteket museum

A 250th birthday is no small occasion. In fact, such a milestone calls for the most elegant of dinner parties. And so, on the first evening of Copenhagen Fashion Week, Royal Copenhagen and Vogue Scandinavia welcomed a curated guest list of artists and actors, designers and It girls to the enchanting Winter Garden at Glyptoteket museum to fete the heritage porcelain brand’s 250th anniversary. “Gathering around the table has always been at the heart of our brand,” says Royal Copenhagen Creative Director Jasper Toron Nielsen. “So celebrating this epic anniversary with a fabulous dinner felt only natural.”

Of course, the tablescape was something to behold. Centred around Royal Copenhagen’s 250th anniversary collection, 'Still Making Waves' the setting was rendered in the brand’s signature palette of white and royal blue with touches of green – fresh corn and cascading grapes – to mirror the foliage in the surrounding gardens. “It was important to us that the tables felt intimate yet artful,” says Toron Nielsen. “The result is a visual story that bridges heritage and creativity, rooted in beauty and shared moments.”

The collection distills Royal Copenhagen’s extraordinary legacy into three simple brushstrokes; the waves that adorn each and every piece of Royal Copenhagen porcelain produced since its inception in 1775. Each wave nods to the waters surrounding Denmark: the Great Belt, the Little Belt, and the Sound. “The anniversary collection is a tribute to our rich heritage and artistry,” says Toron Nielsen. “We’ve brought back treasured pieces from our archives that showcase the exquisite hand-painted details and craftsmanship that have defined Royal Copenhagen for generations.” Meanwhile, the brand has expanded its offering to include table linens and hand-blown glassware, revealed for the very first time at this dinner. The former, a covetable grey-blue tablecloth decorated with delicate white flowers and matching napkins, served as the perfect canvas for the table settings whilst the graceful coup glassware was used to serve champagne to guests on arrival.

Following a welcome speech by Toron Nielsen and Vogue Scandinavia editor in chief Martina Bonnier (a forever fan of the iconic porcelain, who spoke of the ritual of using Royal Copenhagen porcelain on special occasions), plates were filled with vibrant dishes, adding a splash of colour to the pristine porcelain. “What a stunning dinner,” said Bonnier, noting what an honour it is to share this major milestone with Royal Copenhagen. “I’m stunned.”

The stunning table settings and lush surroundings (this marks the very first time a sit-down dinner has been held in the magical Winter Garden, a plant-filled oasis in the heart of Copenhagen) gave way to an intimate, candlelit ambiance for great conversation. The vibes were only heightened by the guests. Seated around these three round tables, sharing stories and sipping on champagne, were Count Nikolai and Swedish actor Alexander Abdalla, race driving prodigy Alba Hurup Larsson and renowned artist Esben Weile Kjær. Also in the mix, several designers showing on-schedule throughout CPHFW, emphasising Royal Copenhagen’s deep connection to the fashion world.

The evening – which we hoped would never end but alas all good things must – was a testament to the enduring relevance of Royal Copenhagen, a brand that has been setting the stage for unforgettable dinner parties just like this one for 250 years and will continue to do so well into the future.

See all the snapshots from the dinner party below.