GREEN DECOR
Kick back with a refreshing cold drink with Amanda Lindroth’s island-inspired drinkware and accessories. The round Island tray is made from natural willow and sports brown leather handles, accompanied by rattan-wrapped tumblers. Set of four tumblers, $75, available here; tray, $120, available here.
SUMMER BLUES
Lenox’s Luna nesting dinnerware includes six bowls and two plates, available in blue, green or white. The pieces stack together for an all-in-one set, making it easy to carry outdoors for alfresco dining. $120, available here.
SUMMER SHOTS
The Henri glass from Hudson Grace is the life of the party in eight vibrant hues. Each glass is unique with the hallmarks of blown glass, including character-defining imperfections, asymmetry and air bubbles. $14 each, available here.
STAND OUT FLOWER DECOR
No table is complete without flowers. Show off your garden’s blooms in Aerin’s Calinda hand thrown tapered vase. The glazing technique renders a natural textural appearance, and the hand painted gold rim adds a touch of glam. $525, available here.
BEACHY FEELS
Vietri’s crisp white Lastra dinnerware in melamine is fresh and versatile, paired here with Drop drinkware, Settimocielo flatware and Viva Bohemian linens for a classic coastal tablescape. Prices start at $19, available here.
SUNSHINE PLATES
Anthropologie celebrates the late American artist Vera Neumann’s legacy with an exclusive collection of cheerful tabletop and summer accessories. The bamboo fiber and melamine plate, shown here in yellow, is also offered in a fun plaid and orange fruit pattern. $8, available here.
BUGS NO MORE
Keep the bugs away so you can play with Skeem Design’s Palo Santo citronella outdoor incense. All-natural citronella oil is blended with hints of tea tree, cedar and citrus. Formulated to be used outdoors, each stick will fend off annoying pests for up to an hour. $26, available here.
OUTDOOR PICNIC DELIGHT
Outfit your next picnic with provisions from Reed Smythe. Shown here: Margot tablecloth, sugar maple cutting board, green goblets, hand-thrown cups, large copper tray and tall Choctaw basket in crimson and orange. Prices range from $65–$475, available here.
GLOWING GREEN ACCESSORIES
Reactive emerald-green glaze is speckled with white to create Blue Pheasant’s Eloise dinnerware. This handmade stoneware collection is perfect for everyday but can be dressed up for company too. Pricing starts at $22, available here.
RATTAN CANDLELIGHT
Serena & Lily’s Kent lantern lends the natural warmth of rattan with candlelight for evening soirees. Offered in two sizes: small, $128 and large,$148, Westport, available here.
DINNERWARE WITH A FLARE
Each porcelain piece in the Jonathan Adler Helsinki dinnerware collection is branded with bold asterisk stripes in bright blues, orange, green and yellow. Five-piece dinner set, $88, available here.
SUMMER SHADES
A limited-edition summer collection is being offered from Heath Ceramics in calming shades of blue, including Icy Glacier, Bright Blue and Moonstone. The Plaza Tray set is perfect for serving appetizers or tapas. $89, available here.
SUNSHINE PLACEMATS
The Brushstroke placemat from Kim Seybert is created using a silk screening process and adds an artisan touch to the table. Shown here in natural and orange, the placemats are also offered in blue, green or white with natural. Set of four placemats, $140, available here.
Get ready for summer entertaining with these fun and colorful designs. Whether it be acute accents or a variety of radiant colors, there is always room for a splash of color. The inviting hues and bold designs will make your guests beam with excitement. Take a look at these 13 summer decor ideas to jazz up future festivities with family and friends.
This article appears in the June 2021 issue of CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens).