India, July 31 -- There are few rituals as comforting as sharing a pot of hot tea while watching the rain. Across India, the monsoon has long been a season for slowing down, gathering around the table and lingering over conversation. The most memorable tables rarely come together overnight- they evolve over time, with pieces collected through travel, inherited across generations and chosen because they tell a story. If you are planning to host a party, Reshma Khattar Bhagat, Director at Thomas Goode India, shared a few tips to make your table inviting.

"Rather than predictable greys and blues, look to the colours of a rain-soaked landscape. Moss green, warm ivory, burgundy and soft amber create a table that feels comforting and cocooning...