Innholdsfortegnelse for Southern Porches 2019 i Southern Lady

SWEET SENTIMENTS Circle a Saturday on your calendar for good old-fashioned togetherness, and see how a few easy extras can make your loved ones feel truly fussed over. A combination of seasonal flowers and foraged foliage makes for an eye-catching centerpiece. Make the most of the grand display by repeating it in several smaller versions scattered about the scene. Elevate simple sweet tea with crisp apple slices for a refreshment that's in tune with the flavors of fall. BRIGHT OUTLOOK No matter the menu, dinner served on the back porch is instantly heartwarming, as the comforts of home mingle with the great outdoors. Take advantage of on-hand accents, like a variety of vessels for petite bouquets and a duo of potted ferns, allowing the informal look to match the insouciant…

SUMMERTIME CHIC Invite a friend for lunch on the patio, and let beloved china truly shine on a sunny day. No need to shy away from a vibrant palette with this setting. An artful runner, striped linens, and hot-pink posies keep company with the classic hue of ageless dinnerware. DAZZLING MIX The runner, with its geometric shapes and kaleidoscopic colors, sets a stage for the easygoing yet boldly creative event. Choose modern accents like bubble glass and cobalt drinkware to draw out the graphic qualities in the tabletop décor. A contrasting effusion of red and pink Gerbera daisies supplies a burst of cheer and pops against the leafy scenery. Adding balance to the display, a chicken wire birdcage lends a rustic finishing touch that’s sure to inspire happy heart-to-heart conversations.…

BOUNTIFUL BEAUTY As fall’s sweet breeze casts away summer’s harsh heat, the long-awaited season of porch parties returns to the forefront. In this setting, play with colors inspired by the variegated tones of autumn apples—the stars of the show. Continue the scheme with a natural centerpiece spanning the length of the table. From dahlias and camellias to chrysanthemums and ranunculus, shades of peach, pink, ruby red, and burgundy add a delightful punch to this vignette. Display the bright blooms at staggered heights, and then achieve a more filled-in look with soft moss, green leaves, and garden-fresh herbs. NATURAL SPLENDOR Invite guests to relax in plush cushioned chairs that encourage conversation and camaraderie. With place settings in reach, friends can cozy up in the crisp comfort of fall’s glorious weather. The…

COVER: See PARADISE AT HOME. STYLISH ESCAPES Page 9: Design, Amy Gibbs Interiors. Page 11: Pillows, French Laundry Home. Vases, blanket, and lanterns; Target. Bowls, Anthropologie. Dash & Albert rug, Annie Selke. Page 12: Rattan chairs, Phillips Scott. Page 13: Design, Jan Ware Designs. Blue tray, At Home Furnishings. Page 14: Design, Beverly Farrington of Accents of the South. Pages 15-16: Tray and pitchers, Four Seasons Gallery. Wire baskets, Attic Antiques. Page 19: Design, Beverly Farrington of Accents of the South. Pages 21-22: Pillows and tray table, Tricia’s Treasures. Throw, At Home Furnishings. Page 23: Design, Linda Lyons of Issis & Sons. Builder, Byrom Building Corp. Custom swings, CC Bedswings. Page 24: Bali dinner plate and round serving platter in green, bubble wine glass in army green, and Isola white…

VIBRANT VISTA Encourage a sense of calm that inspires guests to linger on a quiet summer’s eve. A table linen bearing cool hues of blue and white provides instant tranquility, while bursts of coral in the way of dinnerware and fresh dahlias add zing to the tablescape. Crisp white place mats with sweetly scalloped edges offer the spotlight to the dynamic settings that top them. Used sparingly, golden accents bring a refined feel to the alfresco fête. A translucent turquoise pitcher brimming with a refreshing beverage echoes the organic beauty of the ocean. AIRY ESCAPE Balance formality and esprit with a floor-length tablecloth in a casual French provincial print. Bouquets of lively blooms spanning a broad spectrum of red create a bold centerpiece in sleek navy vases, while a verdant…

POLISHED PARTY Try a new approach to this year’s backyard barbecue, treating dinner guests—and yourself—to a gussied-up alfresco affair. A thoughtful grouping of comfortable patio furniture gives guests a place to mix and mingle while nibbling hors d'oeuvres before the main event. A large fern, plants in full bloom, and wicker embellishments enhance the classic color palette carried from décor to tabletop. Return to this inviting space for dessert and coffee, a blissful ending to a delightful repast. CHIC COMBINATION A dreamy backdrop of plump cream pillows and a cool stone tabletop give this display a freshness that perfectly offsets the blue-and-white ceramics and crisp pinstripe linen. Understated ivory flatware flanks indigo Casafina dinner plates that anchor the serene setting. Clear water glasses keep the atmosphere light while washed damask…

ALL IN THE DETAILS A setting dressed in punchy colors and plenty of thoughtful accents gives the traditional outdoor fish fry stylish new appeal. Set the scene with simple adornments that instill authentic flair, such as vintage fishing gear and artisan-crafted metal hanging fish that sway in the breeze as if they’re swimming up the stream. Alongside blushing blooms, charming place cards feature mini ryegrass gardens in glass and introduce a mix of textural elements like burlap and aluminum that coordinate with the laid-back scheme. CHEERFUL PALETTE Look to summer’s twilight hour for instant inspiration, and gather dinnerware and linens in opulent shades of sunset pink and dusky purple. A basic beverage station, arranged with cocktail napkins and appetizer plates, allows guests to serve themselves while the meal is prepared.…

PROMENADE OF PURPLE A unifying theme of lavender ties together various lacy and ruffled patterns of dinnerware by Mateus, while delicate butterfly accents bring a fanciful feeling to this tablescape. Goblets and tumblers in an understated emerald hue make the perfect accompaniment to purple plates and crochet-trimmed linens. The etched elegance of rosy stainless steel flatware adds to the whimsical style of the gathering. Simple striped ribbons tied in bows become napkin rings, easy and appropriate for an alfresco spread. Like flowers, all these individual elements, lovely on their own, complement each other to enhance the radiant experience of summer in a Southern garden. GARDEN-FRESH GALA Gentle breezes and the graceful fluttering of butterfly wings fill the yard with color and activity. Recreate the ambience of a stroll through your…

BELLE OF THE SOUTH Channel the world Margaret Mitchell rendered in her magnum opus, Gone with the Wind, and set a grand plantation-style porch for lunch with leading ladies. A black-and-white striped cloth—reminiscent of one of Scarlett O’Hara’s many fabulous costumes from the 1939 film—forms a striking foundation. Delicately patterned green-and-white china recalls the heroine’s flouncy barbecue-day dress, while richly colored glassware and napkins tied in velvet ribbons offer a nod to her iconic drapery gown. The scene wouldn’t be complete without a bouquet of freshly trimmed magnolia blossoms. Their inimitable fragrance fills the air, carrying guests to another place and time. CLASSIC STYLE What better way to catch up with a dear companion than by sipping tea together beneath the shade of a well-appointed porch? Timeless wicker chairs and…