With a little over a month until the summer solstice, now is the perfect time to start cultivating your own outdoor paradise. Outdoor dinners, graduation parties, barbeques—this time of year calls for a wide variety of celebrations. Be fully equipped to host them all with this summer-y spread of table linens, dinnerware, flatware, and more!

Floral patterned white tablecloth under dinner and glass ware

Gorgeous table linens are the perfect starting point for styling your outdoor space. Consider classic, elegant, and beautiful designs from Garnier Thiebaut. Go bold with the Mille Tutti Frutti Smoothie Coated Fabric, featuring vibrant pink and orange tones and summer fruits and flowers. Additionally, customize this fabric down to the exact inch with our cut-to-size tablecloths priced by the inch. For cooler tones that still scream summer, check out the Ouessant Turquoise Green Sweet Tablecloth. This cloth has beautiful botanical illustrations and a color palette that could not be more on-theme for summer. If you prefer neutral tones, the Mille Giverny Blanc Green Sweet Tablecloth is both simple and beautiful, with a classic white floral pattern etched against an off-white background. An excellent choice for grad parties or any wedding-related celebrations!

A good addition to tablecloths is to accessorize with custom table mats, coasters, and runners. Chilewich highlights a variety of designs with their woven textile place mats, a practical choice for outdoor dining. Check out funky designs like the Flare Table Mat, in Pumice or Sunrise depending your color preferences. Additionally, check out a wide variety of coasters from Graf Lantz, made of water-resistant wool felt and featuring different shapes, colors, and sizes to meet any needs you might have.

When it comes to serving, wooden boards, bowls, and vessels are a beautiful choice for summer. From Spencer Peterman, the Spalted Ambrosia Round Bowl is perfect to serve a fresh summer salad. If you like the look of this but are looking for different functionality, the Maple Appetizer Tray and Round Serving Board from J. K. Adams fit the rustic aesthetic while displaying a cheeses or other appetizers.

Apple pastry on round, wooden serving board

For serving liquids like salad dressings, soups, or sauces, you can’t go wrong with Pillivuyt’s classic Sauceboat or Lion Head Tureen. These beautiful porcelain pieces are sturdy and the tureen comes in your choice of size—mini, small, medium, and large. An adorable addition to your outdoor brunch is Match Pewter’s Convivio Jam Pot, which is handmade from pewter and ceramic. Perfect to fill with summer fruit jams!

Dinnerware sets can be found in a variety of colors and designs to match your aesthetic. For those searching for something simple in design yet high quality, take a look at Pillivuyt’s Plisse Dinnerware Collection. This collection features traditional “pleating” techniques common among French dinnerware. For classic elegance, Royal Copenhagen’s Blue Elements collection features beautiful blue tones and floral designs. For lovers of all things bold and quirky, Iittala Taika is sure to be your new favorite, with stunning maximalist patterns.

Stunning glassware is an important addition to any space. If you’re hoping to revamp your drinkware this summer, check out options from Schott Zwiesel, including the Pure Red Wine Decanter and Pure Bordeaux Glass. If you’re looking for different glasses or servers, take a look at their wide selection of glassware and stemware. When in doubt, you can’t go wrong with a versatile tumbler, such as the Essence Tumblers from Iittala. The sophisticated design is sure to fit in nicely regardless of the occasion. Alternatively, check out more Finnish glassware from Iittala if you want to explore further.

Summer is probably the best time for a fresh and yummy fruit tart (or any tart for that matter, such as this delicious Caramelized Garlic Tart from Plenty), so you’re sure to need a tart slicer at one point or another. Check out Sabre Paris Tart Slicer in Daisy, Liberty, and Gingham to add a fun pop of color to any tablescape. If you’re looking for Sabre Paris quality with a more earthy aesthetic, the Lavandou collection adds a rustic touch to your table.

Silver tart slicer with pink and white floral handle

Whether you have big plans for summer or plan on gathering with a few close friends, Didriks offers a selection of tableware, dinnerware, flatware, and serving pieces for every occasion. Shop online with free shipping on orders over $80 or head to one of our store locations for further inspiration!