Welcome to Home Set, a recurring feature in which we highlight our favorite accessories and essentials within fashion, wellness, beauty and everything else in life that’s brightening up our days right now. Summer has arrived, which means we’re in the season of outdoor entertaining. Not sure where to start when it comes to a summer soirée? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. From whimsical pink glasses and a wicker bar cart to dreamy dinner plates and lemon-y napkins, these are the summer entertaining essentials we’re loving and coveting at the moment.
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Summer Entertaining Essentials
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Diptyque Paris. Diptyque Paris Citronnelle Summer Limited Edition Extra Large Candle
$430, Shop NowA citronella candle is an outdoor entertaining essential, but lemongrass-scented votives aren’t always the most stylish. Luckily, Diptyque debuted a limited edition version of the summer candle that’s as fashionable as it is functional, for all your upcoming soirées.
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Solo Stove. Solo Stove Mesa Fire Pit
$129.99, Shop NowIf you’re having a little backyard fête and don’t have a built-in fire pit for your outdoor entertaining situation, don’t fret—this stainless steel option works just as well, and is perfect for cozying up around when the temperatures drop on summer nights—and s’mores, of course.
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Mark & Graham. Mark & Graham Raffia Fringe Placemats
$69, Shop NowWhat says summer better than all things rattan? These raffia placemats set a casual yet tasteful scene for all your entertaining.
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Williams Sonoma. Williams Sonoma Stainless-Steel Handled BBQ Tool Set with Storage Case
$109.95, Shop NowIt’s officially grilling season, so get ready for all your BBQs with this four-piece set of stainless steel tools.
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Pottery Barn. Pottery Barn Dash Tumblers
$59, Shop NowUpgrade your glassware with these pretty blue-accented tumblers, which instantly lend a breezy, chic feel to a summer party.
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Lemon Paper Napkins Summer Luncheon Decorative Napkins
$17.99, Shop NowKeep these whimsical printed napkins out for guests.
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Serena & Lily. Serena & Lily South Seas Rattan Bar Cart
$748, Shop NowA wicker bar cart is ideal for storing and displaying all the liquor and accoutrements at a dinner party or get-together.
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Baldacci Family Vineyards. Baldacci Family Vineyards 2019 Stags Leap District
$110, Shop NowNo party is complete without a quality glass of wine, so might we suggest this absolutely delightful bottle of 100 percent cabernet from Baldacci? It has a bright, not-too-heavy mouthfeel, with notes of strawberry, plum, vanilla bean and espresso.
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Caskata. Caskata Newport Rimmed Dinner Plates, Set of 4
$160, Shop NowElevate your dinnerware with these on-point summery blue plates.
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Fazeek. Fazeek Wave Wine Glass Set
$110, Shop NowYou don’t have to have all matching drinkware—instead, use different types of glasses; it adds a fun and unexpected note to your entertaining tablescape, and you can’t go wrong with these adorable pink stemmed glasses.
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Aerin. Aerin Colette Cane Tray
$900, Shop NowThis splurge-worthy tray is so versatile; use it as an indoor decor piece or to hold all the pre-dinner appetizers and treats. You can also use it to tote items between indoors and outside if you’re dining al fresco.
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Sonos. Sonos Move Bluetooth Speaker
$399, Shop NowMusic is necessary for any party ambience, and these portable bluetooth speakers are so easy to move around, whether you’re hanging out inside or heading to the outdoor party.
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Crate & Barrel. Crate & Barrel Marin Checkered Blue Melamine Salad Plate
$9.95, Shop NowThese checkered salad plates offer a subtle pop of color.
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Vietri. Vietri Albero Five-Piece Place Setting
$94, Shop NowIncorporating wood-handled flatware into your tablescape adds a low-key, summery feel.