For my crew and I, it's been a rather slow start to spring soirées. With one rainy thunderstorm after another, I've managed to kill the basil I actually planted early this year: it's simply been a sloppy, drippy mess outside.
That's why for the holiday weekend, it's finally time to start with a fresh slate...and I mean blank. If you are a traditionalist, it used to be that Memorial Day signified in the fashion world the time when you could officially bring out your white clothing and wear em'. So unfold your brighter-than-bright whites and let's throw an all-white, color-themed party.
Here's how you can do so keeping true to current trends while using elements you have from around the house to get the job done either now or throughout the summer. Let's pop open that bubbly and if the rain decides to fall? We'll have a white patio umbrella ready for that too!
SEASONAL BLOOMS
Grab lush, garden flowers and make your own centerpiece.
COOL SEATING
Invite guests to congregate and chat on fun, white patio furniture that doubly provides superior weather resistance (read: easy to clean if there's a spill!).
BRING THE BEACH
All-natural soy candles in a variety of island scents like sea salt (pictured) and ocean breeze will transport guests to relaxing waters even if waves aren't within reach.
$18, assorted fragrances; surfsupcandle.com
BE ENVIRONMENTAL
Skip the white paper plates and bring out your all-white place settings. Borrow a set from friends to supplement if you need more in quantity. Make a vignette.
FIT IN
Be a stylish hostess and dress the part with crisp whites.
$185, white safari shirt dress; islandcompany.com
All visuals courtesy of retailers.
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