As summer begins, so does the wonderful weather, beach days, and outdoor dinner parties. When planning a summer event, it’s easy to fall back onto basic clichés (hello picnic table and paper plates). It only takes a few elegant yet simple touches such as bold color or texture to elevate any outdoor tablescape. Don’t feel overwhelmed by entertaining – embrace it! It’s never too late to grab inspiration for an upcoming summer event; so make sure you check out a few of our unique summertime design tips and tricks, below!

Metallics & Mirrors

Metallics are a top design trend for the summer season. Choose a metallic, whether it be silver, gold or rose gold, and tie that color throughout the table. From tablecloths to silverware, multiple elements can encompass the metallic theme.

Pair Metallic Hardware with Bold Blooms

When it comes to florals, darker shades of summer classics such as pinks and reds provide a sleek contrast to bright silvers or golds. While designing arrangements, experiment with mirrored vases to create a modern ambiance within an outdoor setting.

Mix and Match Metallics

Be bold and consider mixing and matching your metallics. Think that silver and gold clash? Think again! Depending on how you pair your items, mixed metallics can create a fun and dynamic look to your tablescape. The key to mixing metallics is to keep things simple and to have a dominant metallic. For example, if you want to mix and match rose gold and silver, make sure your rose gold elements are more prominent on the table with just accents of silver. This helps to establish an anchor color which is pleasing to the eye.

Statement Table Runner

A grand focal piece will leave a long lasting impression on guests. If you want to elevate your tablescape and truly make it a statement, consider a fresh floral table runner. This can tie together a large dining table and give your dinner an immediate focal point.

Floral Filled Table Runners

Take advantage of summer florals and create a table runner full of greenery and blooms such as peonies and roses. Don’t forget to allow your table runner to spill over both sides, creating a grand, cascading effect. We always suggest starting with your greenery base, and then adding your florals in clusters.

Greenery Table Runners

For a simple and fresh look, opt in for a greenery table runner. Greenery statement pieces have been a recent trend that we just love. A full greenery runner can give your event a boost of life in a natural and organic way. You can opt for a simple runner with just a few springs of parvifolia eucalyptus or create a lush show-stopping statement utilizing plumose ferns and seeded eucalyptus.

Monochromatic Chic

When it comes to outdoor gatherings, sometimes simpler is better. Decorate your table with monochromatic floral arrangements in rich hues of reds or yellows to accentuate your tablescape without taking away from the natural setting. Just because your color scheme is uniform doesn’t mean that all of the flowers have to be identical. Summer varieties such as peonies and calla lilies are perfect options to compliment a white or cream vase.

Floral Décor Beyond an Arrangement

As our namesake suggests, we love flowers. Adding floral elements to an event is an immediate way to spark interest and elevate your space. While arrangements are a classic way to add florals to an event, we also suggest adding flowers in the smallest of details. Add small, unique touches that will personalize each table setting. Small blooms or sprigs such as muscari can be placed onto guests’ plates to bring a natural element to your table settings. Fresh florals can also be incorporated into something as simple as a place card holder. Guests can take home this small vase as a gift at the end of the party.

Day or night, an outdoor event is a perfect opportunity to get together with family and friends. It doesn’t take a design expert to create an impactful tablescape. Break out the wine and be sure to style your tablescape with the season’s top design trends! If you’re looking for that extra WOW factor for an upcoming event, reach out to us! Our design experts are here to help! Whether it’s an intimate wedding dinner or a big birthday bash, we can design an event that speaks to you!

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