The luxurious cream color of the Modern Shagreen Cocktail Tray from Aerin provides for a beautiful backdrop that is refreshing to the eye. Its shagreen finish and brass handles also add a touch of grandeur that leaves imbibers thirsty for more. $395. Available at Saks Fifth Avenue, South Coast Plaza :: aerin.com
Designer Michael Aram’s love of pomegranates is in line with the fruit’s deep history as an ancient symbol for life, fertility and union. At $250, his Pomegranate Serving Tray made of stainless steel and 24-karet gold plating is the perfect representation of hospitality that can be appreciated worldwide. Available at Neiman Marcus, Fashion Island :: michaelaram.com
The fretwork edging in the Fretwork Tray from Tiffany & Co. adds an elegant flair to a classic tray shape that’s often overlooked. Made of sterling silver and priced at $2,000, this beautiful tray will give prominence to anything placed on it. Available at Tiffany & Co., South Coast Plaza :: tiffany.com
Glamour comes to life in the brown and gold geometric patterns of the Parquet Tray from Kim Seybert. Priced at $328, this tray makes a bold statement in its simplicity and charm. :: kimseybert.com
The purple Toulouse Quatrefoil Tray from Jonathan Adler features a hand-applied oil drop treatment that creates a mottled, textual coloration on its surface. Made of burl wood and priced at $295, its quatrefoil shape is sure to make you feel lucky. Available at Jonathan Adler, Fashion Island :: jonathonadler.com
Serve rustic sophistication with the Elmer Round Teak Tray from Ralph Lauren. Along with its iron handles, the tray’s minimal design evokes a modern aesthetic that fits in lovingly against a backdrop of the great outdoors or a contemporary home. $395 :: ralplaurehome.com
A closer look at the geometrically irregular design of the La Stanza dello Scirocco tray from Alessi dazzles the eye. What appears at first glance as random is soon recognized as a well-thought-out aesthetic that fascinates, especially in black. $145. Available at Bloomingdale’s, Fashion Island :: alessi.com
The abstract geometric print of the L-34 Tray from Kelly Behun Studio brings modern
art to life, specifically in the kitchen. It’s made of crafted wood and features a seductively downplayed color combination of black, cream and blue. $495 :: barneys.com
The Prestige Gala Le Bleu collection from Rosenthal and Versace is perfect for lovers of opulence. The classic Versace logo with blue and gold accents borders the tray. It spectacularly invokes all that is great about living lavishly. $350 :: rosenthalusa-shop.com
The cherry color of the Chakor GM serving tray from Hermès awakens a warmth that will permeate everything it serves. Made of hand-lacquered wood and priced at $810, the tray sports a natural Chamonix calfskin tab that accentuates its effortless design. Available at Hermès, South Coast Plaza :: hermes.com
