"Let's raise a glass to patio season and all the deliciousness it brings"

Creating a beautiful place to entertain outdoors can be fun and magical. There's just something about enjoying a beautiful meal outside. Creating beautiful outdoor entertaining spaces doesn't have to be complicated. Here we will look at 4 popular design styles to help inspire your next outdoor gathering.

Simply Elegant Banquet

  • Opt for sophisticated colors such as whites, golds, and muted pastels.
  • Use fine china or white porcelain plates with delicate gold accents.
  • Incorporate crystal glassware for a touch of elegance.
  • Arrange a tall vase with white roses or lilies as the centerpiece.
  • Add a few tapered candles in elegant candle holders.
  • Choose crisp white tablecloths and napkins with subtle textures.
  • Tie satin ribbons around the backrests of the chairs for a refined look.

Provincial Summer Supper

  • Embrace warm and rustic tones like earthy browns, soft greens, blues, and faded yellows.
  • Opt for rustic stoneware or pottery dishes. Use vintage-style glassware and mismatched silverware for a charming touch.
  • Place a wooden crate filled with fresh produce like apples, pears, and grapes as a farm-to-table centerpiece.
  • Use gingham or checkered tablecloths and simple, unembellished cloth napkins.
  • Tie burlap or twine around the chair backs and add a sprig of lavender or a small sunflower.

Al Fresco Mediterranean

  • Use vibrant colors like cobalt blue, terracotta, and sunshine yellow.
  • Opt for terracotta or hand-painted ceramic dishes with intricate patterns.
  • Fill a large clay pot with a Mediterranean flower arrangement as a centerpiece.
  • Use a mix of bright-colored tablecloths.
  • Add string lights or lanterns to create a warm, Mediterranean atmosphere.

Boho Chic Garden Party

  • Mix and match various patterns and textures in earthy tones.
  • Opt for mismatched, vintage-inspired crockery and glassware.
  • Create a wildflower arrangement in a glass jar or a basket as a centerpiece.
  • Use tie-dye or printed tablecloths.
  • Add macramé or woven wall hangings and cushions for boho flair.