Alfresco Dining With Style

Nothing pleases me more than to stumble across a restaurant with outdoor dining space that features tablecloths. Why shouldn't we expect our meals and tables to be as lovely outdoors as they are indoors?  When entertaining outdoors, nothing beats a setting with style. I am so looking forward to a sunny 72 degree Mother's Day at my sisters, in the country. It will be my first alfresco meal of the season.  That's the inspiration for this post - all things suitable and stylish for outdoor dining.  Find inspiration for Rosé Season and casual outdoor dining. 

HERE: 15 Fabulous Finds

Multicolor Wine Glasses

If "ROSÉ ALL DAY" is your Summer motto, you want these chic and colorful glasses for all of your poolside and patio parties. Now on sale at...

Williams Sonoma

Aluminum Tumblers & Picnic Basket
I am smitten with this setup. The glassware is a throwback to the 50's and 60's. I think I may still have some of my mom's somewhere. I love the shine they will add to the table. All at CB2
Picnic Basket  Doris Tumblers

Collapsible Wooden Square Plates
A different kind of paper plate. If you are a minimalist, you will love the clean lines and ease of storage (they go flat.) Best yet, they are compostable.
Food52  

 Cabo Woven Runner
Both pretty and practical, in a mix of banana leaf and cotton. Loving the tassel design detail. The juniper linens are vintage inspired and lovely!
Serena and Lily

Madhouse by Michael Aram Twig Design Cutlery
Michael brings his iconic style and design to your patio party. Pick a color that compliments your tablescape, and set a terrific table!
Amazon

Swirl Melamine
What a bright idea! Now on sale. The price is right, but most importantly they are BPA Free!
Pottery Barn 

Tritan Acrylic Glassware
Treat yourself to an alfresco cocktail in great glasses that are unbreakable and BPA free. Click for styles and some refreshing recipes. 
Q Squared NYC

Aurora Linens

Like the color of the sunset and midnight sky. They are machine washable, fade resistant, wrinkle resistant, and more stain resistant than cotton or linen. Just beautiful!

Wolf & Irving

Acrylic Drinkware & Linens

Oh how elegant, huh? Any one of these make for a thoughtful hostess gift for your next cookout invitation. Or just get them for yourself. All items come in many colors.

Reusable Mydrap Cocktail Linens   Mario Luca Giusti  Milly Tumblers and Fredrica Pitcher

French Bull Outdoor Tableware

Such exciting patterns! There will never be a dull moment at your outdoor table. These were designed to be mix and matched.

Domino and Amazon 

Briefcase Barbecue

Grill on the go and never miss an alfresco moment. Easy to use on a picnic or on your patio. Choose your favorite color and get ready to grill up a storm.

Food52

Jonathan Adler Mykonos Melamine 

Set a table with a modern sensibility. Your guests will be transported to Greece with style. Oopa!

Horchow

Pineapple Beverage Jar

Your signature drinks will have a tropical flair in this fabulous and fruity dispenser. Love it!

Sur La Table

Lulie Wallace Melamine 

Charleston based artist, Lulie Wallace paints the prettiest pieces for alfresco dining.
 Anthropologie 

Melamine Servers
Feeling tropical? Then you are on trend as the Palm Leaf is everywhere in design right now. Why not on your table? The leaves are just the thing for your Caprese Salad. Available in green and white.
Q Squared NYC



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Wedding Wednesday: Destination Beach

{ Via:  Unveiled Hawaii }

A beach wedding gives the wedding party and guests an opportunity to be a bit more laid back, have fun in the sun, and experience the romance of seaside sunsets. They give you and your guests a tropical vacation if the beach is far from home. Destination weddings are a beautiful thing but do not be fooled, the planning can be quite complicated. Thank goodness for wedding planners, email, and the Internet. Today's post features beautiful beach themed finds that will make planning a breeze! 

Tropical Flowers Invitations

Wonderful walnut wood creates a most unique invitation that is also simple and elegant.

Oak and Orchid 

 Claire Pettibone Casablanca

With flowing chiffon panels, this high low dress offers the sophistication of a full length dress. It's absolutely perfect for a seaside soiree.

Claire Pettibone 

Couture Collection

These dresses beg to be packed for a beach wedding. Beautiful for your maids, and perfect for the bride at any of the pre-parties.  Most dresses are less than $200. See it all at

Plum Pretty Sugar

Beach Centerpiece

What an inspired look for tables on the beach. Seashells are a natural to use throughout your wedding weekend. See the look at Plum Pretty Sugar. Source the Seashells at Etsy.

Plum Pretty Sugar

The BHLDN Beach Collection

I just love this laid back but still very special Beach Wedding look. I can't see a tuxedo on the sand, so this groom, in my view, is appropriately dressed. Get inspired at

BHLDN   

Metal Lantern

Nautical and glam in gold metal. Use these to help light up your night, from the buffet and dinner tables to the dance floor.

Beau-Coup 

Bridal Beach Shoes

Barefoot doesn't have to mean bare. Find a beautiful selection of pretty bridal beach shoes at Etsy

Palm Tree Seating Chart

One of the most important printed signs of the day. Without one, chaos ensues at dinner. This style adds a touch of glam to a beach wedding. 

Wedding Templates

Personalized Monogram Beach Tote

It is customary and oh so lovely to have a gift in your guests hotel room. Consider going a step above and give them a chic canvas bag with their own initials. 

Lyla Grace Design

Boxed Simple and Modern Starfish Beach Wedding Invitations

This invite is so special and gets the theme across immediately. Something blue anyone?

Passion Paper at Etsy

Starfish Ring

A set of 20 table accessories, add a big dose of glam at the table. At $2.00 each, I think it is money well spent. These can double as your table favor if you wish.

Totally Dazzled Biz 

A fabulous collection. and perfect for Beach or Island Weddings. Loving the idea of mixing up the mood with multicolor maids.

Show Me Your Mumu

Beach Wedding Shoes

If you are getting married in the sand, don't make your maids wear heels. They just won't work.  These are much more appropriate and way less expensive than a pair of Jimmy Choos!

Modern Crochet Club

Vintage Chic Flower Girl Dress

Loving the layers of chiffon ruffles which will blow sweetly  in the sea breeze. You won't believe the reasonable price.

Sweet Valentina

Bridesmaid Beach Luncheon

Think outside of the private room and treat your maids to a boho beach luncheon. How fun!

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