12 Tips for Hosting an Outdoor Spring Party

We paired fresh floral arrangements with punchy pastels and botanical patterns to create a beautiful spring-inspired outdoor table setting at this Southern bungalow. Since spring is associated with soft, cool colors, try an overall muted palette accented with bold pops of saturated tones like coral, celadon and hot pink.

Here, different dinner plates were used for the host and guest place settings. This slight mixing and matching adds a bit of whimsy while also differentiating the host from his or her invitees.

An excellent way to add feminine elegance to a spring event is by incorporating metallic accents. Here, brass and pewter were introduced with antique candlesticks and flatware featuring matte gold and polished silver tones. A more monochromatic look can be achieved by layering one particular metallic in different finishes.

Just in case pint-sized guests show up, it's always wise to have plastic tableware on hand. Create kid-friendly table settings from plastic options, ensuring they coordinate seamlessly with the rest of the tablescape.