The Outdoor Insider – How to Put on a Fantastic Garden Party

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The Outdoor Insider - How to Put on a Fantastic Garden Party

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In the warmer months, there is nothing so lovely as a garden party in order to gather for a special occasion – or even for the sheer whim of it. The effect of dappled sunlight and lush greenery provide the perfect backdrop for a lazy afternoon filled with chatter and frivolity. The oh so delightful vibe of a garden party is easy to achieve, and we show you how to do it in style.

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Hire equipment

Even the most humble backyard can be transformed into a garden soiree that might easily belong in a Sophia Coppola movie. Think floral motifs, bohemian flourishes and earthy decadence. Achieving that certain look and feel is all about hiring the right equipment. For example, this company providing marquee hire in Melbourne pull out all the stops in party hire products, including entertainment areas, tables and chairs, flooring, light and heating, dinner and glassware and more!

Premium party hire products will not only allow you to achieve a refined aesthetic, but they will also keep your guests feeling exceedingly comfortable. INSIDER TIP – hiring a marquee will provide protection from unpredictable weather, so you can guarantee that your garden party will continue on – no matter the conditions! Reliable sources of lighting and heating will enhance ambiance and warmth. What can be more stunning than strings of fairy lights to adorn your setting? A patio heater can also be a great idea for revelries that continue long into the evening, keeping the toasts going whilst your guests stay toasty-warm!

Catering

Finding the right catering for a garden party requires a little planning. And, luckily for you, it also usually requires some prior taste testing! Exquisite canapes, sharing plates and even buffets (for those larger gatherings) are sure to impress and keep tummies feeling full whilst the champagne flows.

Round out the bubbles with an array of summertime drinks, including punches and mocktails, and a ‘bevvy or two for the blokes’. There are a variety of ideas for menus, it’s all about being a little bit creative. Ideally, seasonal ingredients sourced fresh and composed in chef-made delights will be sure to wow your guests and match the mood of a garden setting in a sublime fashion. Cheese platters are always received well and do finish with a course of pretty and petite desserts.

Entertainment

How to keep your guest enjoying themselves? That would be with some fabulous entertainment, of course. You might want to hire a singer who croons in dulcet tones, reminiscent of Lana Del Ray. Or, you could even hire a magician or a juggler to perform some party tricks! A little piano playing could go down a treat on the veranda for true old-school charm.

A spot of croquet or lawn bowls will get everyone having some fun. You can also prepare some party games and icebreakers to really get the party started. Cards and board games are always a great idea, as is perhaps a dart board to get the competitive spirit alive and cracking. INSIDER TIP – ‘Cards Against Humanity’ is always super popular and an absolute riot!

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There you have it, the perfect way to envisage, plan and manifest the most gorgeous garden party! Select your most congenial friends and family members for a social soiree to remember. You will be feeling like ‘the hostess with the mostest’, a veritable Daisy Buchanan in no time at all. Bottoms up!

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