How to elevate your entertaining space
A season of socializing is upon us. From whimsical plates to unique glassware, there’s never been a better time to upgrade your tabletop essentials
As sun-soaked days pave the way for golden evenings and pandemic restrictions continue to be (cautiously) eased globally, there’s never been a better time to get together with friends. Summer has long encapsulated that essence of freedom, of opportunity, and of fun – and in 2021 that atmosphere feels more tangible than ever as we venture into the months ahead.
While some will be missing far-flung avian adventures, one key objective for many this season is simply enjoying the loving ambience of friends and family at home – a place that has become more of a focal point this past year than we could have ever imagined. Cue the at-home party-ware essentials upgrade – and we’re here to ensure your table is as elegantly dressed for dinner as you are, whether you choose to serve supper inside or out.
First, make stepping over your home’s threshold an experience to remember with a light spritz of room spray by Loewe Home Scents – as the top notes of mandarin or musk delicately infuse into the air of your abode, your guests will feel like they have truly entered another realm. Don’t forget to scent yourself, either – these sleek and chic fragrances are beautifully bottled to perfectly furnish dressing tables or the shelves of bathroom cabinets.
“Vanderohe Curio’s handblown candy-colored glassware and the playful palette of Laetitia Rouget’s platters are the perfect pairing, and will appeal to those looking to inject some whimsy into even the most sophisticated of dinners
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Tablescaping has flourished over the past year, becoming something of an art form in its own right as we sought to make a moment out of each at-home meal. And there’s no better way to express your personality than through your ceramic curations. Thankfully, there’s an array to suit any taste or mood this season.
Maximalists will gravitate towards L’Objet’s decadent black plates painted with golden patterns that will evoke a more exotic aesthetic, while those seeking escapism might find refuge in artist Luke Edward Hall’s collaboration with the Gucci-owned Italian pottery firm Ginori. The collection takes its cues from ancient Greco-Roman mythology, rendered in vivacious hues that feel decidedly modern. Forage for wildflowers and fill the vase with bountiful cuttings for a statement-making centerpiece that bring the outdoors in.
Meanwhile, Vanderohe Curio’s handblown candy-colored glassware and the playful palette of Laetitia Rouget’s platters are the perfect pairing, and will appeal to those looking to inject some whimsy into even the most sophisticated of dinners. Cutesy candle holders and plates decorated with illustrations are the order of the day here – and they might just look too good to eat from.
Dress the part by teaming with a frill-collared blouse and pearly accessories for the ultimate aesthetic match.
“For après dinner? Offer up Loewe’s sumptuously snug blankets that will ensure guests stay cozy into the early hours
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For après dinner? Offer up Loewe’s sumptuously snug blankets that will ensure guests stay cozy into the early hours; after a year of at-home snug, they’re this season’s most covetable accessory. For the ultimate styling trick, layer them over the backs of dining chairs to make your guests feel truly at home. And with that, go forth and feed.