Just in time for the holiday gatherings, interior designer Purvi Padia shares her musts for an easy, chic dinner party.
“The key to hosting an effortlessly beautiful gathering is curating an interesting collection of pieces to create a space that feels warm, inclusive and fun, yet also special, elevated and exclusive,” says interior designer Purvi Padia (purvipadia.com). “And the secret for the hostess is to find pieces that inherently lend to this mood.” We asked the top tastemaker to share her secret sources.
SOMETHING A LITTLE CHEEKY
“I am obsessed with Dear Annabelle’s place cards because hostessing should be fun! These are the perfect additions to any table to add a dose of humor and personalization. And—the cherry on top—they’re a little compliment to each guest.” dearannabelle.com
IMMORTAL FLOWERS
“Nothing is more frustrating than putting together the perfect flower arrangement and having them wilt before the party’s over. Who wants to stress about freshening flowers with three glasses of wine in? Not me. I am a huge fan of Emily by Emily— they are so luxe and will last long after your last guest is gone so that you can wake up to them too.” emilybyemily.com
GREAT LIGHTING
“Lighting is the perfect place to go a bit over the top. Think of it as jewelry for your gathering. This Lindsey Adelman fixture is a real showstopper, and the mix of metals and hues and blown glass is simply breathtaking.” lindseyadelman.com
WALLCOVERING
“I firmly believe a great wallcovering is the quickest way to warm up a room. And warmth is key to a gathering that feels special. I love this checkmate one from Ashley Stark Home—it’s the perfect blend of understated glam and neutral sophistication.” ashleystarkhome.com
COZY DINING CHAIR
“You want a structured chair that functions equally well for dining and lounging so guests feel at ease and want to linger around the table. This one has the cutest silhouette, enough support to eat comfortably and enough upholstery to make it loungeworthy.” studiotwentyseven.com
THE STATIONERY
“Custom menus and handwritten thank-you notes are a beautiful way to personalize the guest experience. No matter how small or big the dinner, I always have one personalized thing at each place setting. Minted collaborates with up-and-coming artists, and I can always find something that feels chic with a bit of edge.” minted.com
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