Plates
Discover Zusss’ plates in a variety of materials, sizes, colors, and with different designs. From large dinner plates to handy breakfast plates, lunch plates, and dessert plates—a lovely, personalized plate for every moment at the table that matches your tableware.
A plate for every occasion at the table. Discover our designs
Our plates come in a variety of materials, colors, and sizes, so you’ll always find something that fits your dining ritual. Think of plates with text or a gold heart, large dinner plates for your main meal, pasta plates for spaghetti, soup, or curry, small breakfast and lunch plates for daytime meals, and cake or dessert plates to enjoy with coffee. We also offer serving plates, gourmet plates, and sandwich plates, as well as round, oval, square, and oblong styles. Want to see how plates fit into a complete table setting? Then check out our kitchen and dining roomcollection for more inspiration.
Materials, Colors, and Sizes for Stylish Table Settings
Zusss plates are made from materials carefully selected for their feel and practicality. Ceramic and earthenware plates are handmade and feel sturdy and warm—ideal for everyday use. Porcelain plates are thin and refined, perfect for a festive dinner. Wooden plates have an earthy, natural feel and make beautiful serving plates. Glass plates are transparent and work beautifully for light dishes or as dessert plates.
The colors are natural and warm: white, beige, black, and taupe, with soft accents in pink, green, or blue, that pair easily with mugs, bowls, and platters from the same tableware collection. Sizes range from small (about 15 cm for a dessert plate) to large (28 cm or more for a dinner plate). Choose round plates for a classic table setting, or square and rectangular plates for a modern, minimalist look.
Here's how to create a cozy table setting with plates
Plates are the foundation of a beautiful dining table and the starting point for a delightful breakfast spread. For a formal dinner, choose round, flat plates in white or beige, and mix things up with a deep pasta plate for the first course or a dessert plate for the dessert. For a cozy breakfast or brunch, breakfast plates and lunch plates work beautifully, paired with mugs and a bowl of fruit. Pair your plates with bowls for soup or yogurt and glasses for drinks—that’s how you put together a complete table setting.
To add some extra ambiance, incorporate some table decorations: a candlestick with a tall dinner candle, a small bouquet in a vase, and some table linens or napkins in a coordinating color. This way, you can make every moment at the table feel personal—whether it’s an everyday meal, a cozy brunch with friends, a family gathering, or a formal dinner. A cozy dining experience starts with the plates you choose.
What size plate do you use for what?
For a dinner plate, you usually choose a size around 27 to 30 cm; that’s perfect for a full meal. Breakfast and lunch plates are smaller, usually 20 to 22 cm. A cake plate or dessert plate is about 15 cm. Pasta plates are slightly deeper to accommodate sauce, and soup plates are even deeper.
Are Zusss plates dishwasher- and microwave-safe?
Most of Zusss’s plates are dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe. The product page always specifies the appropriate washing instructions. Washing by hand keeps the color and glaze looking their best for the longest time, especially for handmade pottery or porcelain with hearts painted in gold leaf. Never wash plates with a gold heart or wooden plates in the dishwasher.
Here's how to keep your plates looking nice
Most of Zusss’s ceramic and porcelain plates are dishwasher-safe, but washing them by hand will keep the color and glaze looking their best for the longest time. Avoid steel wool or abrasive cleaners, as these can scratch the glaze. Plates with a gold heart and wooden plates should only be washed with a damp cloth and mild soapy water—never in the dishwasher. This way, your plate will stay beautiful for years to come and be ready for your next meal.
A plate, mug, or bowl—here's how to build a complete dinnerware collection
A plate looks its best as part of a complete tableware set. Pair your dinner plates and breakfast plates with mugs and bowls in the same style for a harmonious table setting and a cozy dining experience every day. Complement the set with other kitchen accessories like glasses, cutlery, or a tray with a bowl of snacks. A plate set is a great foundation to build upon—or to give as a gift for a birthday or housewarming. That way, your tableware grows along with the people who sit at your table.
