Setting the Scene
Prepping your home for a Girl’s Night might feel stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Local design expert and realtor, Kirsten Lile, urges you to keep it simple. She’s a master entertainer and has impeccable taste — just take one peek at her gorgeous Instagram feed, Willow & Blue Design, and you will agree.
Her tips for setting the scene are easy and accessible, but trust me when I say they will make a huge impact:
When I think about hosting a party with my girlfriends I first want to come up with a plan to make sure that good conversation and connection will happen because that is what we each long for and that is the purpose of gathering with friends. I believe your home needs to be a place that feels comfortable and inviting to your friends.
I love decorating with fresh florals or seasonal items like pumpkins for fall or lemons in the spring and summer that will last not only for the party but for days to come.
Keep table decor low as you’ll want people to be able to make eye contact throughout a meal. To incorporate conversation and design for your party, have a place card with a question for each person to answer during a meal. You can find beautiful paper at a craft store, and you simply need to add some fun questions to add to your table.
Candlelight is also a must for an evening get together. There’s something about a flickering candle that creates a beautiful environment for connecting with friends.
Also, having a vase of flowers and fresh linens in your guest bath is always a nice touch.
— Kirsten Lile, Willow and Blue Design