Daily Decor: Hosting A Winter Dinner Party
Now that the hectic holiday season is behind us, perhaps you would like to invite a few friends over for a intimate dinner party. Here are a few tips to consider when planning your soiree:
1. Pick your Palate - Most likely there's a blanket of snow outside so consider that a clean palate to start with. Go with an icy theme, incorporating white, silver, and maybe even some black tones. Consider bringing spring early to your home with a vibrant chartreuse, yellow, and orange palate to add warmth to the bitter cold. You can incorporate these colors through your centerpiece, napkin rings, place cards, and even votives on the table. For an extra bit of pizzaz, create a custom chair back with ribbons for a more dramatic affect and color saturation. Don't forget to keep your centerpieces low to encourage across-the-table conversations.
2. Combine Textures - When designing your tablescape, mix up your textures. Try a slate placemat or a burlap runner to set off your centerpiece. You can incorporate antiques you might already have or you can purchase some inexpensive tableware to spice up your food presentation.
3. Continuity is Key - From start to finish, make sure you find creative ways to keep your theme going from the decorations to dessert. For a wintry themed dinner, create a first course appetizer from acorn or butternut squash, a very seasonal item that won't break your budget. Add some citrus to your salad for your springtime themed dinner. Fresh mandarin oranges might not be in season but you can get canned slices at any grocery store. Add a bit of whimsy with a signature drink, incorporating either your color scheme, theme, or both if you can. A cranberry pomegranate martini is perfect for your wintry theme. |
