Category

Tabletop Inspiration

Category
99e60b43cc7e080ff2cb0416a51dd69d
Tabletop Inspiration

David Stark Design

Out this week is a brand new book by renowned New York based event designer David Stark. Stark is known for creating the most glamorous, imaginative and over-the-top events for a wide range of elite clients including everyone from Vogue, Glamour and InStyle magazines, to Zac Posen, Tory Burch, Beyonce Knowles and Jon Stewart. His book, David Stark Design, takes a look at 30 of the most unique and stunning events David has executed since he started his company in 2005 and uses imagery to illustrate the design philosophies and creative process that has made him one of …

Tabletop Inspiration

Chic on a Shoestring Tablescape

I had a few friends over for a dinner party not too long ago and here’s the table setting I whipped together. It’s the perfect lesson on achieving a high style table setting on a low budget.

I started with the flowers, purchased at my local grocery store for around $16. Although some may find the idea of a typical grocery store flower arrangement hideous, with a little re-arranging and creativity you can make them look totally chic. I cut the stems down and rearranged them in a textured, deep plum colored low vase. The flowers provided a bright pop …

Entertaining Essentials

{Haute Finds} Chic Tabletop Pieces From Neiman Marcus

“Shima” Dinnerware

How great is this Chinoiserie inspired porcelain dinnerware from Spode? The beautiful pattern was adapted from one of their 19th century designs. A 20-piece set which serves four is currently on sale for $199. The red Chinese fretwork chargers are $215 for a set of 4. Available here.

Ruffled Oval Platter & Footed Serving Bowl

This chic serving platter and bowl by Annieglass would make a great addition to the stylish entertainer’s serveware collection. These handcrafted sculptural glass serving pieces are trimmed in 24-carat gold and are absolutely beautiful. The platter is $168 and the footed serving …