Formal table settings are an art form, and formality of the setting is what creates the impressive display.

Whether you're planning a casual gathering or a more formal, intimate dinner, here's how to set a table properly.

A formal place setting has a standard way to arrange silverware, plates, and glasses. The fork goes on the left, and the glasses on the right.

The food is sure to shine, but the table itself sets the bar for what is sure to be a fun and special evening. Scroll down for the key elements of setting a formal dinner table the Southern way.

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