ivy lane living: a thanksgiving tablescape
As we approach Thanksgiving, much of our time is spent on lists, trips to the grocery story and menu preparation. The Thanksgiving feast is at the heart of our celebration. It is around this feast that we share in the things for which we are grateful–family, friends and of course, food. And while the food is an essential component to the day’s festivities, so is the setting. A well designed and elegant tablescape can set the desired tone for an event or gathering. Here at Ivy Lane, we also know how busy the days leading up to a holiday can be, so we’ve put together a few ideas that will hopefully inspire you, with minimal effort, to create a beautiful space of your own where you and your guests can relax a lot, indulge a little and enjoy each other’s company.
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Start with plates that have character: this adds color and visual interest to your table before you’ve even really begun. This handpainted collection (5) from Ivy Lane Living is vintage Abercrombie & Fitch and hard to find–a special detail for a special day. We’ve balanced this touch of tradition with modern and unfussy French flatware (3) and sleek statement pieces such as this chair (1) and table (7). Monogrammed napkins (6) and glasses (4) add a personalized touch; after all, luxury is in the details.
And if you are a guest at this year’s celebration, treat the hostess to an equally luxurious gift: a custom Ivy Lane candle (2) that she will enjoy long after the table is cleared and the guests have gone home.
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- About the studio
Alex Deringer and Courtney Cox combine their formal training in design and fashion with their renowned sense of style in Ivy Lane, a full-service interior design firm that curates casually elegant family dwellings that are elevated by a unique spark. Whether an entire house renovation or a one-room makeover, Alex and Courtney’s extensive experience and collaborative dynamic inform a successful design philosophy: thoroughly understand the client’s lifestyle, bring a thoughtful spatial perspective, and enliven the space with the freshest aesthetic interest.
309C Cameron Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
studio@ivylaneliving.com
703.566.6582
