Architecture & Design - There is something about celebrating events and festivals outdoors that simply leaves us all mesmerized. No matter how awesome your Thanksgiving party already is, it becomes even more special when you take it outside and make nature a part of it all.
Lighting steals the show at this outdoor Thanksgiving dinner party!
And those worried about not having a huge backyard or garden need not fret too much, as even as small porch, a shaded deck or a tiny urban balcony can play host to that perfect outdoor Thanksgiving dinner.
It is a dream for many of us that keeps slipping away, mostly because of logistics or weather. But this year, you might finally want to take the bold step of venturing outdoors and hosting an alfresco Thanksgiving dinner party.
One of the biggest gripes with an outdoor Thanksgiving dinner is the weather this time of the year. While some parts of the world get downright frigid by late November, there are still many places where the weather is pleasant and fall still holds sway over winter chills. If you live closer to the tropics, you have little to worry about (other than an unexpected shower), and this year you might want to move away from the small dining room and kitchen to the open, rear garden for a change. We have the best and most gorgeous outdoor Thanksgiving table settings lined up for you today to offer the inspiration you need!
Thanksgiving Outdoor Dinner Party
While there are plenty of gorgeous and outstanding Thanksgiving table settings for you to swoon over here, the important thing to remember is that your outdoor Thanksgiving dinner experience is not about capturing the perfect picture. Do not be too obsessed with aesthetics that are often plastered all over catalogs throughout the holiday season (and make your table seem like a poorly crafted kids’ project in comparison)! Think of things like proximity to the kitchen, shelter from a possible cold breeze in the evening, space for your guests and other such ergonomic factors before you spend endless hours on the ‘right look’.
Rustic outdoor thanksgiving tablescape from Hostess with the Mostess
Let your porch play host to a great Thanksgiving dinner party [Design: Troy Spurlin Interiors]
You are taking the Thanksgiving table outdoors, so why not let nature be the source of inspiration that shapes its style and overall appeal? This does not mean that your Thanksgiving table in the garden needs to be filled with pumpkins and fall produce alone. You can borrow from the hues of your garden or even colors that represent fall to give the table a stunning yet natural look. Themes such as rustic, farmhouse and even organic work best here. For those who still want to keep their outdoor Thanksgiving table distinctly modern, pops of orange and purple are great options indeed.
