Summer brings with it all kinds of fun summer events. There are barbecues, brunches, birthdays, and so much more. Summer is the perfect time to catch up with people, invite family and friends over, and have potluck dinners.
Summer is also a great time to switch up your tableware to make get-togethers more fun. There are tons of whimsical and bright summer colours and patterns sure to impress your guests. Here are our favourite ways to make the summer season shine through your tableware choices!
Go with the summer theme
Summer brings plenty of unique seasonal designs. There are lovely and delicate floral patterns, bright sunshine-y options, colourful translucents, and buzzing bee-themed items to choose from. Nothing makes for a more cheerful summer event than bringing your favourite parts of the season to the table.
Do you have a favourite thing about summer? Did anyone else say fresh fruit? Bring that feeling to every meal all season long with the right tableware.
Pick items that make you smile
All too often we feel like we can only get practical tableware items. If I had a pound for every time I heard someone say, "I love these margarita glasses, but we'd never use them because we don't drink" or something similar, I'd have enough to buy all new tableware for multiple tables!
Life is short. Take joy in the little things. Who says you can't put limeade in the margarita glasses just because using them makes you happy? What's the harm? Do you need a gold cookbook stand? Not exactly, but if it makes you enjoy cooking more, isn't that enough? The small joys are important. Take them wherever you can.
Don't be afraid to mix and match
Winter dinner parties tend to be really formal and fancy. Summer events are much more casual and fun. Don't feel like all your items need to be in the same pattern or colours.
Take the opportunity to feel fancy
Sometimes there's nothing better than feeling a bit posh. Have you ever held your pinky out while drinking tea just because it feels fancy? Hasn't everyone? A touch of glam can really make all the difference, even if the event is really low-key.
A touch of rose gold on your pans and glasses can do wonders for your mood! So can things like the fancy electric salt and pepper grinders and gemstone Sunday dishes you'd see at an upscale restaurant. It's a small way to enjoy a taste of the good life.
The small details matter
The finishing touches and little details can make a good table look amazing. Paying attention to the extras like a gorgeous butterfly sandwich tray, delicate floral tablecloth, and napkin rings can make all the difference!
Kick off the season with a La Redoute tableware redesign
The summer season should be filled with joy, happy friends and family, good food, and colourful décor. Have a good time creating the summer tableware set of your dreams! At La Redoute, we have all the summer tableware your heart desires. Choose from our tablecloths, glassware, accessories, and more to build the perfect summer set!
