AT HOME
SET YOUR SUMMER TABLE
Whether it’s a sit-down dinner or a casual BBQ, anything goes when it comes to a summer table. No surprise here: I love a theme – and what better time than right now to set a nautical scene?
From vintage finds (see: these fab placemats) and one-of-a-kind oyster plates to ocean-inspired glassware and the chicest shell accessories your table has ever seen, there’s no shortage of items to help you set a (chic!) seaworthy scene. Below, a hit list of favorites.
STRAW FISH PLACEMATS
Amazon for the win! Snag these fish placemats just in time for your next dinner party.
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ELIZABETH LAKE SHELL NAPKINS
These hand-stitched linen napkins are exquisite. They look just as good at a formal table with fine china as they do for a more casual scene.
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VINTAGE BURLAP FISH PLACEMATS
How fab are these fish placemats? Sold as a set of six, these vintage fish are sure to be a conversation-starter.
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BAMBOO FLATWARE
If you only invest in one item for your table, let it be bamboo flatware. It’s the quickest way to add texture to a table.
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VINTAGE FITZ AND FLOYD CARIBBEAN SEA SHELL SALAD PLATES
These vintage shell plates are the perfect size for salad or small bites. Snag this set before they disappear.
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POLSPOTTEN FISH GLASS JAR
This quirky fish adds something whimsical to a table. Use it for holding the utensils at a more casual gathering or fill it with candy and pass it around at the end of the meal.
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SEAHORSE IRACA NAPKIN RINGS
When your table is missing that last little something to tie it all together, napkin rings just might do the trick. I love these handmade seahorse napkin rings. Not only are they very on-theme, but they add great texture to the table, too. Bonus: they come in so many good colors!
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VINTAGE SHELL PLACE CARD HOLDERS
If you’re setting a table for six or more then you need place cards. Gives yours a chic home with these vintage shell holders. Don’t forget place cards.
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MURANO WATER GLASSES
The more blues, the better. With endless pairing possibilities, these are practically a neutral in terms of tablescapes.