The Wall Street Journal recently reported that the $200 per person picnic is the new on-trend way to host a luxury outdoor party, and our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy is sharing 10 essential elements needed to host such a soiree, including chic umbrellas, plates and more.
The luxury $200 picnic is the new on-trend way to host an outdoor party
An impromptu picnic on a Saturday afternoon after a stroll through the farmer’s market is one of our favorite ways to enjoy a meal with friends. And with the return of formal gatherings, this casual affair has been getting a posh upgrade and becoming a worthy main event in its own right.
The $200 picnic is the new on-trend luxury outdoor party, and here are 10 essential elements to host, including umbrellas, plates and more.
As reported by our friends in The Wall Street Journal, people are hiring event planners to organize elegant picnics at $200 per person.
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We say why not? Instead of paying for an impersonal event space fee or dining indoors at a stuffy restaurant, the picnic is distinctly memorable. In our often disconnected and disembodied modern way of life, we’re feeling a bit nostalgic for the romantic scenes of languorous picnics depicted in those famous Impressionist paintings.
The $200 picnic is the new on-trend luxury outdoor party, and here are 10 essential elements to host, including umbrellas, plates and more.
We’re the first to outsource food and service but when it comes to decorating, we have some ideas. Instead of disposables, these décor items and tablewares are primed to become part of your home. If you’re looking to host a posh picnic, start with these elevated essentials.
10 essential elements for hosting the new on-trend $200 luxury picnic
1. Business & Pleasure Co. Tent
This premium tent is a must to provide some respite from the sun and add to a laidback ambience. It sets up in 4-minutes and provides 50+ UPF. With a large assortment of prints and patterns, we love the idea of mixing and matching a few motifs for an eclectic look.
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2. Antik Batik x Cabana Cushions
Alfresco moments call for comfy seating. These handmade seat cushions are a collaboration between boho favorite Antik Batik and Cabana Magazine featuring a floral inspired by traditional Hungarian embroidery. The 100% cotton squares are thick and supportive for guests to linger for long conversations into the night.
Essential elements for embracing the luxury picnic trend.
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3. Social Studies Lanterns
These beautiful gold metal lanterns go a long way in setting the mood. Handcrafted in sets of 2, it’s easy to incorporate them into any decor. Play with the composition and mix in florals and other tabletop decor.
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4. Business & Pleasure Co. Teak Table
If you’re serving up a bounty, you’ll need some extra surfaces. This handy table is constructed from water-friendly teak wood with four holders especially for wine glasses. It’s easy to store and transport with folding legs and a detachable shoulder strap.
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5. Cabana Porcelain Plates
Paper and plastic are fine in a pinch but for a more elevated affair, consider these porcelain plates which have a playful and vibrant look perfect for dining alfresco. Handcrafted in Umbria, the stripes make it easy to layer with other existing decor and patterns.
Luxury picnic essentials and decor for a Summer picnic. Courtesy Photo.
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6. John Derian Platter
John Derian teamed up with Paris-based Astier de Villatte to add his iconic imagery to their classic white tableware. Inspired by vintage botanical motifs, these glazed terracotta platters play off of the picnic’s natural surroundings.
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7. Lisa Corti Placemats
Inspired by designer Lisa Corti’s global childhood in Africa, India and Southeast Asia, these placemats are part of her collection of colorful and whimsical textiles. They instantly boost the mood at a table.
BUY NOW – $324 for set of 6.
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8. Tom Dixon Board
Make sure you have this luxurious and minimalist chic marble board on hand. It’s versatile enough to present everything from cheese and charcuterie to drinks and petit tarts.
Essential elements for embracing the luxury picnic trend.
BUY NOW – $140.
9. Vietri Flatware
With a rustic look, this set of flatware made in Northern Italy is actually made from resin. That means it fits the naturalistic vibe of dining alfresco amongst elms and wildflowers while still being dishwasher safe.
Essential elements for embracing the luxury picnic trend.
BUY NOW – $89.
10. Roberts 320 Bluetooth Speaker
What is a party without the tunes? With rich, crystal clear sound and a statement, retro design, you won’t want to hide these speakers in the bushes. It can play for up to 12 hours without having to recharge, so you can listen inside, outside, or on-the-go from sunrise to sundown.
Essential elements for embracing the luxury picnic trend.
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how to host an on-trend luxury $200 picnic of your own
In this post-pandemic era, over-the-top parties are de riguer. So if the $200 picnic is indeed the new on-trend take on the luxury outdoor party, those are 10 essential elements you need to host, including umbrellas, plates and more. What do you think, dear reader? Ready to seriously level up your picnic game?
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Crediting her training as a cultural anthropologist at Wellesley College, Julie has immersed herself in various industries in the last 15 years including fashion design, event planning, and fitness. Julie lives in New York where she loves trying every ramen and dumpling restaurant with her husband and three children. She finds joy in bold prints, biographies of fierce women, kickboxing. And spending way too long finding the perfect polish color to express her mood.
