When setting an outdoor table, it’s important to think about harmonizing your décor with your surroundings. I love hosting a dinner party for six to eight guests; that way it’s easy to keep the party intimate, but it also leaves room for interesting conversation.
• INSPIRATION PIECE. An inspiration piece is the star of the show and dictates how everything else will be styled around it. In this instance, the charming floral plates were my inspiration for this whole tablescape.
• A FOUNDATION FOR THE TABLE. It’s important to have an interesting texture or pattern in the tablecloth, table runner or placemats as a foundation for the rest of your tableware. The understated linen fabrics at this table are subtle but add the right amount of contrast with the plates, glasses and placemats.