13 Vintage Dishes That Are Perfect For A Nostalgic Kitchen Vibe

When asked in a 2005 interview what her favorite dish was, former Disney star Demi Lovato replied with “I like mugs, because they’re very comfortable in your hand. They hold hot things that you don’t have to touch”.

While this certainly wasn’t the response the reporters were looking for, the singer wasn’t wrong either. Mugs are technically dishes. And dishes (the objects, not types of foods) are underrated features of a good kitchen in our opinion.

‘Dishes’ are broadly defined as anything that you can cook or serve food in - so in this list we’ve included all sorts of dishes! These particular dishes are not your average Plain Janes, however. They’re inspired by classic retro patterns and styles that will transport you to your grandmother’s kitchen from your childhood.

Without further ado, here are our favorite vintage-inspired dishes.

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Gibson Dinnerware

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Elama Blue Dinnerware

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Elama Clay Heart Dinnerware

elama clay heart dinnerware

Gibson Dinnerware

Gibson Dinnerware

gibson dinnerware

This beautifully crafted wooden plate collection is perfect for placing and displaying your hors d'oeuvres at parties. 

Add a touch of color with a twist to your next dinner party with the Gibson 3-piece wooden dish set. This funky set is beautifully crafted and topped with glossy floral designs in blues, yellows, and oranges - perfect for displaying your tasty treats.

  • 3 wooden plates
  • Wipe clean

Elama Blue Dinnerware

Elama Blue Dinnerware

elama blue dinnerware

With a calming tone of Sea Blue and textured mandala style designed plates, this set is ready to make a statement at your next gathering. 

The Elama deep sea mosaic dinnerware set is beautiful, rich in color, and looks much more expensive than it actually is. The 16-piece set features a dark, calming tone of sea blue and a textured mandala design on each piece for a vintage Meditteranean aesthetic.

  • Microwave and dishwasher safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

Elama Clay Heart Dinnerware

Elama Clay Heart Dinnerware

elama clay heart dinnerware

Each dish is creatively crafted into a unique and contemporary shape, beautifully colored in stunning blue and white with brown accents. 

Add a quirky accent to your table setting with the Elama Clay Heart dinnerware set in tan and blue. Each of the 16 dishes is crafted into unique and contemporary shapes and is beautifully colored in floral motifs with brown accents. The brown and tan tones give this set a timeworn vibe that make them look genuinely vintage.

  • Microwave and dishwasher safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

222 Fifth 16-Piece Dinnerware

222 Fifth 16-Piece Dinnerware

222 fifth 16-piece dinnerware

The lovely pattern and the classic style of the porcelain are truly delightful, but the set is also durable and practical.

Fit for a queen? More like fit for a hipster. The Adelaide dinnerware collection is inspired by a 1770 Toile pattern with a creamy ivory backdrop and a hand-applied decal in an elegant grey. This delicate porcelain dinnerware set features a romantic spring scene that lends a timeless and elegant appeal. But the set is also durable and practical despite its vintage aura - so it’s perfect for modern kitchens.

  • Microwave and dishwasher safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

Elama White Dinnerware

Elama White Dinnerware

elama white dinnerware

The old world charm of each dinnerware piece is encapsulated in the intricate and detailed design of the classic blue roses which adorn this high-quality stoneware set.

Elama's Blue Rose set features a stunningly beautiful rose decal that exudes old-world charm. The fine details of each vivid blue rose are intricate, and the entire set is made of high-quality stoneware. We love that the modern composition of the set makes it easy to use while still looking vintage.

  • Microwave and dishwasher safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

Gibson Elite 16-Piece Dinnerware

Gibson Elite 16-Piece Dinnerware

gibson elite 16-piece dinnerware

These colorful cups and plates are one of the most noticeable set you will ever see. The tableware is very welcoming, festive and will be the talk of the table.

Brighten your tabletop with the Gibson Elite Pueblo Springs dinnerware set. This hand-painted striped set is so colorful you literally won’t need another thing on your table to make it look festive. It has a welcoming and cheerful appeal that would also make it great for everyday occasions.

  • Microwave and dishwasher safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

Bungalow Rose Skipton Dinnerware Set

Bungalow Rose Skipton Dinnerware Set

bungalow rose skipton dinnerware

Find new expression with this vibrantly embellished dinnerware set, service for 4.

Find new ways to love entertaining with this vibrant dinnerware set for 4. Inspired by oriental designs, this vintage-looking set is covered in intricate floral motifs in blue with touches of yellow, orange, and red.

You can even complete your collection with matching pasta bowls, serving ware, and kitchenware!

  • Microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

Gemini Dinnerware Set

Gemini Dinnerware Set

gemini dinnerware set

Each piece is creatively crafted into a unique and contemporary shape and beautifully colored in stunning jade with embossed accents. 

Dark-colored dinnerware is unusual in modern homes, especially ones that are richly colored in stunning Jade green - so this is a unique set. Each piece of this set is crafted into contemporary shapes with embossed accents that lend to a rustic and timeworn aesthetic.

  • Microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

Gibson Casa Estebana Dinnerware Set

Gibson Casa Estebana Dinnerware

gibson casa estebana dinnerware

The Casa Estebana set features a tile-like outline in beautiful terracotta earth tones in brown, red, orange, and yellow with a glossy glaze. 

We can imagine you’d find dishes like this at an authentic taqueria that makes the best Mexican food you’ve ever tasted - so who wouldn’t want to recreate that in their own home? The Casa Estebana set features a tile-like outline in beautiful terracotta earth tones in brown, red, orange, and yellow with a glossy glaze.

  • Microwave and dishwasher safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

Spode Home Mid Summer Dinnerware

Spode Home Mid Summer Dinnerware

spode home mid summer dinnerware

This Spode dinnerware set is cheerful, bright, and elegant thanks to the soft floral designs that rim the outer edges of the dishes. 

Spring has sprung and landed right on your table setting! This Spode dinnerware set is cheerful, bright, and elegant thanks to the soft floral designs that rim the outer edges of the dishes. The flowers are in lovely pastel colors like blue, pink, and orange while the dishes themselves are crisp white for a contemporary look.

  • Microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

Gabriela Gray Stoneware Set

Gabriela Gray Stoneware Set

gabriela gray stoneware set

Designed with black outlined floral pattern on a white background and blue geometric shapes on the outside, this dinnerware offers a traditional flair to dress up your table.

Featuring a soft grey outlined floral pattern on a white background in the inside layer and a textured blue outer layer, this set is the black-tie of dinnerware. Classical and charming is how we’d describe a set like this so it’s perfect for vintage table designs and special occasions.

  • Microwave and dishwasher safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

Lorren Home Trends Set

Lorren Home Trends Set

lorren home trends set

Bring a tasteful earth toned color pallette with a lively artful border to your table. 

Lively and rustic (but still tasteful) - this a set that can subtly transform the look of any table. The Lorren set is durable and sturdy and features a raised border with African-inspired tribal patterns in earthy browns, blues, and blacks.

  • Microwave and dishwasher safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

Pfaltzgraff Trellis Dinnerware Set

Pfaltzgraff Trellis Dinnerware

pfaltzgraff trellis dinnerware set

Pfaltzgraff stoneware and earthenware is safe to use in the microwave and dishwasher. 

This 16-piece dinnerware set emulates the look of a metal trellis that has been painted white and has weathered by the elements over time for a genuine aged look. This unique dinnerware set also has a subtle textured scroll pattern and dark markings that make it perfect for casual and rustic homes.

  • Microwave and dishwasher safe
  • 4 Dinner Plates
  • 4 Salad Plates
  • 4 Mugs
  • 4 Salad Bowls

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