There’s always a kind of theatre to a Diwali card party. Some unfold at long dining tables, others on gaddas on the floor. And all of them come with high stakes, noisy laughter, and plenty of noshing. And just like the playlist or the poker face, the right serveware sets the tone. Forget bog-standard matching sets and silver thalis, these are bowls with personality — that look as good empty as they do full — glasses that add sparkle to soda, and platters that double as conversation starters. In short, pieces that are every bit as lively as your party.

Rs. 5,200 / FLECK	HOME & LIVING 01 Marble Lazy Susan This lazy Susan is the hero of any party table. The smooth marble top spins gracefully on a warm wooden base, making sure everyone can get to the laddoos. It looks luxe enough for Diwali night but is equally at home at brunch. You can skip the hassle of doling out rounds of snacks on unwieldy thaalis in the middle of a game.

HOME & LIVING 02 Heirloom Brass Serving Tray Brass always brings warmth and character to any table, and this handmade thaali does it with quiet elegance. The material is traditional, but the design feels modern and minimal. It works equally well at a festive spread or a quiet evening with friends. The piece looks heirloom-worthy from the outset—and develops that lived-in patina over time that only makes it more beautiful.	Rs. 4,200 / FLECK

Rs. 980 / FLECK	HOME & LIVING 03 Card Party Coaster Set (of 4) These brass coasters are a playful nod to the unique delight of the Diwali taash party. Each set of four is etched with a spade, club, heart, and diamond, polished to a soft gleam that instantly dresses up the table. They’re fun, sturdy and will serve you just as well in the many Diwalis to come.

HOME & LIVING 04 Card Party Bowl Set (of 4) This set of brass-finished bowls also takes its cues from the different suits, shaped like spades, hearts, clubs, and diamonds. The design masters that tricky fun-but-elegant aesthetic, which works for both an informal game night or a more formal table spread. And they are big enough to hold those little chocolate-coated almonds everyone reaches for first.	Rs. 3,100 / PASTICHE

Rs. 4,250 / WARE INNOVATION	HOME & LIVING 05 Trillium Snack Plates & Dip Bowls This set of petal-shaped plates and round dip bowls turns your chaklis and sev (or samosa and chutney) into art. Lay them out together and you’ve got an instant conversation starter. To amp up the design quotient, throw in the Rangoli Table Setting for a festive spread that doubles as décor.

HOME & LIVING 06 Cutting Chai Glasses (Set of 4) Hosts often serve chai to chase down the mithai and farsan. If you want to oomph up the style, try these borosilicate glass cutting chai glasses with hand-cut delicate patterns . Each glass in a set of four comes with a different design. And if chai is not on the menu, just drop in a tealight to add instant style to the decor.	Rs. 2,900 / ANANTAYA

Rs. 3,600 / ANANTAYA	HOME & LIVING 07 Nafees Lassi Glass (Sona) If there’s lassi, chaas, or thandai on your menu, you absolutely must serve them in these gorgeous limited-edition versions of the traditional style. Handcrafted by a master artisan, they’re available in natural brass and tinned finishes that look even better when you mix-and-match. (We personally recommend pairing the Bel design in ‘sona’ with the Jaal design in ‘chandi’.)

HOME & LIVING 08 Jaam Tall Wine Glass (Set of 2) As for your fancy beverages, alcoholic or otherwise, pick up these gorgeous ‘Jaam’ glasses. Inspired by the colours of the lotus, the pink and green stems are shaped through traditional lathe glasswork, giving them personality to match their beauty. They are perfect for any kind of celebratory toast, Diwali or otherwise	Rs. 7,900 / ANANTAYA

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