Whether you drink tea from a mug for one, a gaiwan, or an English teapot, there's something here for you. If you love blue and white porcelain, here are 16 ways you can incorporate the timeless look of blue and white into your tea service.

Using blue and white in a tea service doesn't mean every piece must be blue and white. You can mix and match your pieces and center them around the one simply gorgeous blue and white teapot. Find a shade of blue that works with the rest of the pieces. Try to establish a balance so the color isn't overpowering. From 25 to 900 US dollars, anyone can have a classic blue and white tea service. Blue and White Porcelain Teapot photo credit: Wedgwood As the interior designer Carolyne Roehm explains in her book, A Passion for Blue and White, the magical blue and white color combination has held significant meaning throughout history: Two of my greatest passions, tea, and blue and white porcelain, were invented by the Chinese thousands of years ago. The enduring enthusiasm for blue and white china is universal. Blue and white tea sets are perfect for afternoon tea or any tea time. You will adore this post if you love blue and white porcelain and love tea. Every designer will tell you blue and white decor never goes out of style!