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Step 1
Determine if you want an upright or flat napkin holder. Each has its own pros and cons. Flat napkin holders take up more table space, but the napkins are easier to access. While upright holders are more compact, selecting one napkin sometimes is tricky as napkins tend to stick together and you may get more than the one napkin you opted for.
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Step 2
Consider the material. For example, if you've accented your kitchen area in chrome or are going for either a retro 50s or a sleek modern look, then a chrome plated napkin holder will match the décor appropriately. A napkin holder can serve to tie in your accents and show off your decorating flair.
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Step 3
Select a style. There are formal and informal napkin holders. Country style napkin holders go well in a country style kitchen; however, if you are placing your napkin holder on the table for a formal dinner, a rooster on your napkin holder may not be appropriate.
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Step 4
Know your budget. As small as they are, depending on the accents and materials, napkin holders can range wildly in price. A gold plated napkin holder costs much more than a plastic one; a vintage napkin holder costs more than a modern reproduction. Before you go to the store or look online to buy a napkin holder, know your budget.
