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Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Take It Outside: Alfresco Entertaining

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With Memorial Day fast approaching, many of us will entertain outdoors for the first time this season. A helpful article at Elle Decor by Los Angeles decorator Joe Nye, offers simple tips for alfresco parties. Once you get some new ideas there, find a few pieces here to blend with what you already have at home. The lace solar lanterns at Shop Terrain create a Tavern  on The Green vibe. The Mesa Melanine Plates at Anthropologie are great for less than $10. Scroll down for 18 fabulous finds that are  guaranteed to elevate your alfresco style.


AERIN Melamine Plates
Style icon Aerin Lauder has created an exclusive collection of marvelous BPA free Melamine dinnerware for Williams Sonoma. It is just all so gorgeous. And for a limited time, it is all on sale.
Williams Sonoma

Riviera Outdoor Bucket Chairs
It is infrequent that you have a really comfy AND chic outdoor dining chair, but this is it! A design that looks fabulous, rain or shine. A coordinating cushion completes the look.
Serena & Lily 

Memorial Day Event at Serena & Lily! 20% Off Everything! Valid 5/23-5/29. 

Floral Lace Solar Lantern
Light up the night with this beyond beautiful solar lantern. Other colors available.
Shop Terrain

American Summer
Now serving all things patriotic perfect! Think, stars, stripes, strawberries and more. Everything you need to take the party outside and celebrate Summer.
Swoozies 

Tamsin Chinoiserie Bar Cart
Chinoiserie chic. Perfect for poolside or patio provisions. Outdoor safe, and only sold at....
Horchow

Thomas Fuchs Melamine
This 1/2 and 1/2 collection is color blocked and ever so chic. The vibrant shades will add a "pop" to your tablescape.  Isn't it fabulous?
Alchemy Fine Home 

Pacifica Outdoor Pendant
Deck out the patio or porch with style, and shine a light on your next alfresco meal. Love these grouped as above, or they can stand alone, too. Beautifully handmade.
Serena & Lily

Memorial Day Event at Serena & Lily! 20% Off Everything! Valid 5/23-5/29. 


Outdoor Entertaining Essentials
Function and style. Upgrade your picnic with these stylish servers.
Ice Bucket   Tilt Wine Chiller   Silver Bowls  
 Cheese Boards  Salad Servers
Nambe 

Luminous Lantern Tablescape
The days are getting longer, but why have the party stop at sundown? Group in threes for an exotic vibe from the tabletop to the stairs. They are all on sale now at
Pier One 

Mesa Melamine Plates
Mix it up a bit.  These plates create a boho 
chic vibe.
Anthropologie

Flower Market Mesh Dome
Begone bugs! Perfect for picnics or 
patio dinners.
MacKenzie-Childs 

Acrylic Fluorescent Pitcher
Mario Luca Giusti's chic collection of pitchers are beyond fabulous. Available in 
several colors at
Gracious Style   Amara

Coconut Palm Platter
Made of melamine, this substantially sized platter has a million uses on the patio. Think large grilled Chicken Caesar or Caprese Salads, a platter of ribs and more. 
Pottery Barn

Xenia Taler Bamboo Trays
Serve a modern meal with these lightweight and sustainable bamboo trays. Pick a pattern for poolside service.
West Elm 

Cady Set of 4 Napkins
Pretty patterns add pizazz indoors or out.
Nordstrom

Beverage Dispensers
In a casual setting, I think people enjoy helping themselves. A pair of dispensers can do the trick. One for non-alcoholic drinks, and the other for adult beverages.
Williams Sonoma


Zesty Life Stemless Red Wine Glasses
Tequila Sunrise anyone? A stylish set for those who still prefer their beverage served in glass.

Havana
Styled by my Insta-friend, Marie, @venicebeachqtpie, the Havana dinnerware  and linens are as vibrant as the city itself. I just love the look. The woven Sea Grass Chargers add a terrific texture to the tabletop.
Williams Sonoma



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