Strategies for a Successful Outdoor Brunch Gathering: Insider Advice for an Unforgettable Garden Bash
Every year, as the warm weather approaches, it's time to brings out the beautiful tablecloths, vibrant serveware, and relish the pleasure of alfresco dining. As people opt for home-bound hosting, it's the perfect opportunity to share the joy of a flourishing backyard with less fortunate, garden-less loved ones, by hosting an outdoor dining garden party.
To throw the most stylish spring garden party this season, here are eight expert tips to take your event to the next level:
- Choose Your Garden Party Theme: A theme will bring your garden party to life. From a White Lotus-inspired brunch to a Nancy Meyers-themed fete, pick a theme that speaks to your garden's style, and stay consistent. Don't be afraid to go all out with themed invitations.
- Send Out Your Themed Invites: Creating invitations, even for small gatherings, sets the tone for the event. Go with a theme and stick to it. Opt for beautiful, themed cards rather than e-invites for an added touch of joy.
- Channel Your Theme Through Tablescaping: With timely intention, decorate your table with themed accessories to create a standout centerpiece. Consider peonies, ranunculus, garden roses, and fragrant herbs for your flower arrangements.
- Let Your Theme Tie Into Your Menu: Let food be part of the experience. For a Tuscan theme, introduce antipasto stations, handmade pasta, pizza, and even a gelato cart.
- Layer in Ambiance with Music: Music ties the event together. Soft acoustic guitar or Italian classics may be a good choice to set the mood. Remember to regulate the volume to allow for easy conversation.
- Organize an Entertaining Activity: Don't limit garden party activities to children. Consider flower bouquet bars, garden hat stations, DIY flower crowns, or trivia-style games featuring questions about the guests.
- Skip the Disposables and Invest in Versatile Serveware: Elevate the vibe by ditching disposable dining accessories. Opt for vintage crockery, wooden sharing boards, and real glassware.
- Clean and Spruce Up Your Garden Seating: Before the party, clean and tidy all outdoor furniture to create a beautiful ambiance. Removing any unsightly items like weeds or crunchy leaves is essential.
Lastly, plan a seating chart to encourage mingling among guests. Name cards can serve as an inviting finishing touch to your seating plan.
For more information, consult the following designers:
- Michelle Durpetti, owner of Michelle Durpetti Events, a premier event and wedding company with a focus on executing incredible celebrations worldwide, especially in Italy.
- Carissa Kruse, a professional event planner and founder of Carissa Kruse Weddings, dedicated to helping wedding professionals and creatives stand out in the market, while providing unforgettable client experiences.
- To add a DIY touch to your outdoor garden party, consider creating themed invitations and decorating your table with DIY accessories that align with your chosen theme.
- For a rustic yet stylish outdoor dining setting, consider using vintage crockery, wooden sharing boards, and real glassware instead of disposable serveware.
- Transform your living room into an art gallery by displaying your favorite DIY art pieces, creating an eclectic and personalized decor that reflects your lifestyle.
- Embrace the outdoor living trend by incorporating nature-inspired colors into your home-and-garden decor, such as greens, earth tones, and blooming florals.
- To create a cozy and inviting outdoor lounge area for your garden party, consider setting up comfortable DIY furniture pieces like pallet sofas, cushions, and blankets.
