Michiel Perry June 5, 2018 Home Decor & Fashion

How to Host a Summer Dinner Party – The Encore Edition

Looking to host a fun dinner party this summer? Need some inspiration for your next soiree? We have exactly what you need to get started. With help from a beautiful soiree hosted by the newly opened Charleston, SC event venue, The Encore, we will give you tips on how to host a summer dinner party. We hope you have fun hosting your next summer dinner party and be sure to share your images on social media with the hashtag #blacksouthernbelle

Images by Aneris Photography

Event Hosted by The Encore

How to Host a Summer Dinner Party

The-Encore-5-of-88-1440x961 How to Host a Summer Dinner Party - The Encore Edition — Make Sure to Have Enough Seating: Always have a few extra chairs for your dinner party, if you need more, be sure to utilize your local event rental company.

The-Encore-6-of-88-1440x961 How to Host a Summer Dinner Party - The Encore Edition — Be sure to have cheese boards and fruit trays out for display for your guests to enjoy while you finish preparing the final meal.

The-Encore-8-of-88-1440x1039 How to Host a Summer Dinner Party - The Encore Edition — Place Wine Strategically: Add wine and drinks throughout various areas of your party for ease of access for guests and to avoid running around serving drinks.

The-Encore-24-of-88-1440x961 How to Host a Summer Dinner Party - The Encore Edition — Display desserts and small dishes on tiered trays for a layered look on your buffet table.

The-Encore-31-of-88-1440x961 How to Host a Summer Dinner Party - The Encore Edition — Mix bolds and neutrals: For summer texture and floral is a great style combination for a summer dinner party.

The-Encore-37-of-88-1440x2157 How to Host a Summer Dinner Party - The Encore Edition — Create a local, seasonal dish: Shrimp and grits are a great option for a summer dish, especially for a coastal inspired summer dinner party.

The-Encore-45-of-88-1440x961 How to Host a Summer Dinner Party - The Encore Edition — Place Food Strategically: Be sure to leave room for guests to get food at the buffet station. Use a central location and an extra table where you can place utensils and dish ware for your guests.

The-Encore-50-of-88-1440x961 How to Host a Summer Dinner Party - The Encore Edition — Add Some Nature: Summer is all about enjoying outdoors. Be sure to add a little outdoors to your indoor decor for a chic summer party.

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Michiel Perry

Michiel is a Black Southern Belle living a lowcountry life. I love all things fashion, home decor and southern! When I am not running around doing fun stuff for Black Southern Belle, I live in antique stores and have a minor obsession with historic homes 🙂