Now the warmer weather is upon us, it’s the chance to throw out the welcome mat, open up the bi-fold doors and really embrace the season of entertaining.
That’s right, spring and summer sees many of us revisiting the recipe books, reigniting the barbecue, and dusting off the dinnerware to welcome guests into our home.
So, with a season of entertaining ahead, how can you up the ante and take your next gathering up a notch, creating a real wow factor in your home?
A furniture refresh
Like anything, furniture goes in and out of style, which might mean your dining table and chairs could be in need of a refresh.
When it comes to furniture trends of the moment, wood and natural fibres remain in vogue.
We’re also talking lighter tones than in years gone by, including weathered looks, bleached wood, and a splash of whitewash to create a beachy feel in both tables and chairs.
That said there’s also a nod to classic styles such as French style cross-backed chairs, and feature pieces in the form of tables and buffets crafted in places like India and China.
If you are thinking of revamping your dining area, there are also a couple of ways to go about it.
You can replace all your dining furniture, opt for new chairs to complement a much-loved table, or change the look with a new buffet.
Set the scene
If your dining furniture remains in vogue, but the room needs a bit of a lift, tun your attention to the decorator pieces that tie the room together.
These might include a new rug, some new artwork, or decorator items that create a different theme or feel.
Sometimes it’s the little things that create a fresh, new wow factor, and updating your dining area could be as simple as revisiting the decorator items dotted around the room.
Stunning tableware
It’s amazing how much dining and entertaining areas can be lifted through little changes such as tableware and glassware.
And when it comes to what’s trending at the moment, there’s some exciting things in vogue. The natural look is a key theme for plates and dinnerware, with beautiful earthen and pale shades proving popular.
Meanwhile, glassware has gone to a whole new level, with options ranging from metallic looks to toned matte glass, and more classic style crystalware.
Colour is also in vogue, along with earthy style tumblers to match in with dinnerware.
Together, these options allow you to set a truly stunning table for any event, with each addition adding a layer of texture, colour and tone.
Don’t neglect the napery
Napery offers the opportunity to add an extra dimension to any entertaining event. It softens the look, adds a layer, and allows you to tie together colours and themes.
From placemats to stunning napkins, table runners and tablecloths, napery adds a sense of opulence. As an added benefit it’s also the element which can be easily swapped out depending on the nature of the entertaining event and how formal you would like it to be.
If you’re looking to take your entertaining to a whole new level over the season ahead, we have a vast array of products available, ranging from dining room furniture to dinnerware, glassware and napery.
You can browse our complete range here, or seek a little inspiration here.
