In case of rain, it’s important to have a backup plan to move the festivities indoors.
The Den at Frannie & the Fox, a bar and dining room tucked away inside the Emeline hotel, has proven that a carefully crafted theme can give even an indoor space a garden party feel.
This spring, The Den transformed into “The Secret Garden,” with ivy crawling along dark tile, butterfly decorations nestled in mossy hanging vines and pale yellow blossoms placed throughout the space.
Brianna Riggi of Magrino Public Relations, the firm that represents the The Den and Emeline, shared some of the design elements and small details that have helped transform it into a lush and intimate setting.
A mossy shelf at The Secret Garden holds bowls of fruit for cocktails.
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Small details make a big difference
Executing a garden theme starts with making the space feel natural rather than staged, Riggi said.
“That’s why we tried to mostly bring in actual greenery instead of artificial where light and resources will allow. When guests walk in, they should feel like they’ve stepped into something alive,” she said.
She recommended using natural tones and textures, such as greens, soft whites, muted florals and warm wood or stone. She said she enjoys mixing light linens with subtle patterns and incorporating materials such as ceramic, glass and wood.
“The goal is to support the environment, not compete with it,” she said.
Fairbairn said she’s also partial to real florals and natural materials, such as cotton and wood, but leans more heavily into pops of color.
She is especially drawn to pinks, oranges and yellows, which can be either bold or muted depending on the theme, she said.
”They can be subtle with your napkins that you’re using or flower arrangements on the tables,” Fairbairn said. “You can even add decor to the back of your chairs, depending on the theme of your party.”
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