Popsugar Living Summer Decor Cute Summer Dinner Party Decor Items Throw an Unforgettable Summer Dinner Party With These 22 Items 6 June 2019 by Kate McKenna Image Source: West Elm As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Summer is the perfect time of year to throw a dinner party. The weather is sunny and warm, the evenings are longer, the food is light and fresh, and who can turn down a fruity cocktail or mocktail? While these are all important aspects of a Summer soirée, it's the decor that really sets the tone for the evening. Pretty florals, bright colours, tropical-inspired motifs, and mood lighting are essential. Whether you're holding a casual outdoor event with self-serve finger foods or a more formal sit-down gathering, these perfect pieces will take your Summer dinner party from basic to unforgettable. Related: If We Won the Lottery, We'd Definitely Buy Everything in Tory Burch's New Home Collection 1 Peach Coral Silk Poppy Bush Image Source: afloral.com This Peach Coral Silk Poppy Bush ($8) is the perfect centrepiece for your Summer dinner party. Peach Coral Silk Poppy Bush $8 from afloral.com Buy Now 2 White Bamboo Lanterns Image Source: West Elm Add some ambience and much-needed lighting when the sun starts to set with these White Bamboo Lanterns ($21-$111, originally $29-$149). White Bamboo Lanterns $21 from westelm.com Buy Now 3 Round Enamel Santiago Serving Tray Image Source: World Market Every host or hostess needs a serving tray, and this Round Enamel Santiago Serving Tray ($27, originally $30) is beautifully decorated with all your favourite Summer fruits and plants. Round Enamel Santiago Serving Tray $27 from worldmarket.com Buy Now 4 Outdoor Chandelier Image Source: etsy.com Hang this Outdoor Chandelier ($100-$485) over your dining table for an instant rustic vibe. Outdoor Chandelier $100 from etsy.com Buy Now 5 Opalhouse 22-Ounce Plastic Floral Embossed Tall Tumbler Image Source: Target These Opalhouse 22-Ounce Plastic Floral Embossed Tall Tumblers ($2) are so pretty, your dinner guests won't even notice that they're plastic. Opalhouse 22-Ounce Plastic Floral Embossed Tall Tumblers $2 from target.com Buy Now 6 Citrus Menu Template Image Source: etsy.com Display that carefully planned dinner party menu on this Citrus Menu Template ($5, originally $8), which also makes a great keepsake! Citrus Menu Template $5 from etsy.com Buy Now 7 Opalhouse 2-Quart Plastic Floral-Embossed Beverage Dispenser Image Source: Target Fill this Opalhouse 2-Quart Plastic Floral-Embossed Beverage Dispenser ($13) with sweet tea, lemonade, or something a little stronger for your guests to enjoy. Opalhouse 2-Quart Plastic Floral-Embossed Beverage Dispenser $13 from target.com Buy Now 8 Tropical Acrylic Cocktail Glassware Image Source: West Elm This Tropical Acrylic Cocktail Glassware ($6, originally $8) will make drinking those mojitos and margaritas even more fun. Tropical Acrylic Cocktail Glassware $6 from westelm.com Buy Now 9 Opalhouse 22" Square Jungle Brush Tufted Outdoor Floor Cushion Image Source: Target Provide your guests with some additional seating with an Opalhouse 22" Square Jungle Brush Tufted Outdoor Floor Cushion ($36, originally $40) or two. Opalhouse 22" Square Jungle Brush Tufted Outdoor Floor Cushion $36 from target.com Buy Now 10 Succulent Candle Tea Lights Image Source: Pottery Barn These adorable Succulent Candle Tea Lights ($6 for five, originally $17) make good tabletop decor. Succulent Candle Tea Lights $6 from potterybarn.com Buy Now 11 Peony and Rose Felt Flower Garland Image Source: etsy.com Hang this Peony and Rose Felt Flower Garland ($47) or use it as a table centrepiece. Peony and Rose Felt Flower Garland $47 from etsy.com Buy Now 12 Teak Wood Pineapple Picks Image Source: West Elm These Teak Wood Pineapple Picks ($8 for four, originally $16) are perfect for cheese, fruit, veggies, and whatever other nibbles you're serving. Teak Wood Pineapple Picks $8 from westelm.com Buy Now 13 Better Homes & Gardens Mix Geo Design 4pk Salad Plates Image Source: Walmart You won't have to worry about broken dishes or excess paper waste with these Better Homes & Gardens Mix Geo Design 4pk Salad Plates ($7, originally $10). Better Homes & Gardens Mix Geo Design 4pk Salad Plates $7 from walmart.com Buy Now 14 George Oliver Evens Spice, Jam, and Salsa 13-Piece Condiment Server Set Image Source: wayfair.com This George Oliver Evens Spice, Jam, and Salsa 13-Piece Condiment Server Set ($30) will keep pesky flies and wasps out of your salsa, spices, and sauces. George Oliver Evens Spice, Jam, and Salsa 13-Piece Condiment Server Set $30 from wayfair.com Buy Now 15 Maison d'Hermine Colmar 20" Napkins Image Source: wayfair.com Ditch the paper towel roll and opt for these pretty Maison d'Hermine Colmar 20" Napkins ($32) instead. Maison d'Hermine Colmar 20" Napkins $32 from wayfair.com Buy Now 16 Rose Gold Outdoor String Lights Image Source: Target Why hang plain black lights when these 10ct Socket Collar Outdoor String Lights in Rose Gold With Black Wire ($17) are perfect for Summer? 10ct Socket Collar Outdoor String Lights in Rose Gold With Black Wire $17 from target.com Buy Now 17 The Pioneer Woman Floral Medley 3-Piece Serving Platters Image Source: Walmart From cookies and appetizers to salads and more, these The Pioneer Woman Floral Medley 3-Piece Serving Platters ($28) will have you feeling like Ree Drummond. The Pioneer Woman Floral Medley 3-Piece Serving Platters $28 from walmart.com Buy Now 18 Round Green Polybraid Placemats With Fringe Image Source: World Market Nothing says "Summer decor" quite like bright colours and fringe, which is exactly what you'll get with these Round Green Polybraid Placemats With Fringe ($8 for four, originally $16). Round Green Polybraid Placemats With Fringe $8 from worldmarket.com Buy Now 19 Strawberry Party Banner Image Source: etsy.com Hang this Strawberry Party Banner ($8) in homage to one of Summer's favourite fruits. Strawberry Party Banner $8 from etsy.com Buy Now 20 Three Posts Cobbtown 3-Piece Acacia Wave Salad Serving Set Image Source: wayfair.com Every Summer dinner party needs a salad, which would look great in this Three Posts Cobbtown 3-Piece Acacia Wave Salad Serving Set ($48, originally $50). Three Posts Cobbtown 3-Piece Acacia Wave Salad Serving Set $48 from wayfair.com Buy Now 21 Förädla Serving Stand Image Source: Ikea Display deserts or appetizers with this beautiful Förädla Serving Stand ($25). Förädla Serving Stand $25 from ikea.com Buy Now 22 Vintage-Style Cooler Image Source: West Elm Keep bottled beverages cold with this Vintage-Style Cooler ($42, originally $56). 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