They Were Everywhere In The '80s — Now It's The Dinner Table Necessity We Want In Our Homes

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The '80s are back, baby! If you never thought you'd see Memphis Design and neon colors back in style, you'll be surprised to learn that the playful look is starting to trend again — and that's because maximalism is taking over. "The use of bold color from the 1980s is making a strong comeback, offering a refreshing contrast to the dominance of neutral tones like gray," Liz Williams, designer and owner of Liz Williams Interiors, told Good Housekeeping. "Small doses of vibrant colors, such as neon accents or jewel tones, are being used in modern interiors to add energy and personality." If you're a fan of both the '80s and adding vintage decor to your modern home, you may want to be on the lookout for a Buffet Ware Rainbow Napkin Caddy with Decorated Plastic Holder. It will add that small pop of neon color to your home that is currently trending.

This piece of vintage Buffet Ware features a coated wire caddy with a clear plastic holder, rainbow stripes along the side, and a removable bar over the top. The plastic storage container itself is approximately 7 inches by 7 inches, making it perfect for a wide range of disposable square napkins up to around 6.5 inches. These caddies are a great way to give your napkins a dedicated space to sit out in easy reach on dining tables and in the kitchen. And with the bar, it can also be used outside without having to worry about the wind blowing things away. Despite how simple the Buffet Ware napkin caddy looks, it brings a lot of functionality and style to the table — literally.

If you're able to find a Buffet Ware napkin caddy at the thrift store, it can be a great way to add a nostalgic, retro vibe to your kitchen or dining room. And there are a few surprising ways to use and style thrifted napkin holders, even beyond actually storing napkins. As one eBay listing shared, this caddy can be used to hold other dinnerware and serving items, such as cocktail picks, toothpicks, or appetizer forks, within easy reach on a counter or table. 

For more creative storage solutions, if you're a coffee drinker, you could use this caddy to store your coffee filters next to a coffee maker. It can also be an easy way to keep coffee pods and tea bags organized. Another out-of-the-box option for using a napkin caddy in the kitchen is to use it to store recipe cards that you want to keep handy — the bar will ensure that they stay put and organized. You can even use it to keep spices organized next to the stove. Basically, this napkin caddy is the kind of vintage decor that can be used to elevate your home, as it combines both simplicity and nostalgia in a functional piece.