13 ways to style up street parties for the Platinum Jubilee and summer socials
Instant style updates for themed parties are easy to pull off, you just need to push the envelope with a few patriotic or statement pieces, and have fun while you’re doing it.
Of course, it takes some creative energy to get it right on the night – or day if you’re planning a Jubilee lunch over the bank holiday weekend.
You may have already sorted your detailed decor fixes or red, white and blue tablescape, but just in case you’re looking for some last-minute inspiration here are some mood-enhancing extras…
Playful accessories such as this sweet strawberry food cover and matching set of tumblers will take you from street party to centre court action with the flick of a switch… or should we say swing of a racket.
Timeless and regal, these smart placemats will make your little lunch feel like a state occasion, especially if you team them with gilt cutlery and chic wine glasses.
With champagne on the cards, what could be easier than serving celebratory bubbles from this stylish drink stand? Party of 10 sorted.
More an objet d’art than dining essential, these handsome linen napkins are beautifully embroidered. Bring on the handwritten place cards and gold charger plates too.
Ideal for teatime and beyond – drink your tea from it or use as a vessel for Lily of the Valley, said to be the Queen’s favourite flower.
Inspired by happy hour, this funky cocktail tray looks the part with jam jar cocktails as well as a Pimm’s Royale.
If you’re in the throws of a lilac romance with Bridgerton, this faux wreath loves a regency-inspired tea party as well as a Jubilee jolly. Intertwine micro lights amongst its sprigs of lavender for a brilliant finish to a decadent tablescape – or place over a mantelpiece.
One to inspire your inner event organiser, not only does this arched frame make the perfect backdrop for your Instagram pictures, but it can be styled to suit any scheme. Think hanging balloons, garlands of faux flowers, draped crepe and sheer, shimmering fabric for a starry spectacle.
Queen of the bows, red velvet makes everything look luxe, especially when they’re paired with platinum silver taper dinner candles. The set includes four ruby red velvet bows and two dinner candles.
An easy way to dial up your decor, this pack of 15 paper flags can easily be tied to garden gates, balcony railings or branches of trees.
Fancy florals with a French twist, these posh paper platters are an easy styling trick to make those colourful macarons and cute cupcakes look that much more delicious.
It’s easy to see why bud vases are trending big time – no stress, single stems offer a lot of wow factor for little effort. Sweet peas are the suggested summertime spray.
A prize pick to transform any seating into a throne, this eye-catching cushion will fit neutral backdrops as well as adding a little glitz and glamour to a garden bench.