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Sharing the nighttime view of my latest table design—where Tuscany meets the garden party.

As evening falls, the setting takes on an entirely different character. Lace-covered apples are dressed for the occasion, candlelight softens the table, and layers of texture create something elegant, elevated, and quietly poetic. Lighting is always an essential part of my designs—it has the ability to transform a space, creating warmth, intimacy, and an atmosphere that immediately feels inviting.

At first glance, it’s all romance. Look a little closer, and the unexpected details begin to reveal themselves. I designed and custom-made the embroidered napkins, each with its own cheeky profanity—an irreverent contrast to the elegance of the table, intended to spark conversation, laughter, and a very good time. You have to know your audience, and I knew mine would appreciate the surprise.

For me, the most memorable spaces reveal themselves slowly. There should always be another detail to discover, while every element feels considered and as though it has always belonged. Nothing is there by chance.

And perhaps that’s my favorite part: none of it is permanent. When the evening ends, the market lights come down, the lanterns return to storage, the trees and wine barrels are removed, the table is broken down, and the chairs and heaters return to the rental company. By morning, the transformation is gone.

For one night, though, it all feels completely at home—as if it had always been there.

Host, Design & Planning @rsvptomytable
Venue @ajavineyards
Photography @mike_yarkeev
Catering @davidevents
Rentals @casaseperrin @mtb_event_rentals

#eventdesign #tablescapedesign #luxuryeventdesign #gardenparty #stileItaliano

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I was too busy designing, planning, hosting—and obsessing over every last detail—to take much video myself. So this Reel is a collection of moments captured through my guests’ eyes, which somehow makes it even more special . 🤍

For me, it’s never just about setting the table. I curate the entire space so everything feels as though it has always belonged there.

And then come the layers… and the layers within the layers.

Look closely. Jordan almond candy flowers tucked among the florals, glass candleholders and candles hand-carried back from Italy, and green apples wrapped in lace. Every detail considered.

Well… almost nothing screaming for attention. 😉

Then there were the napkins. 😈
Each custom embroidered with a different phrase I designed, irreverent and completely unexpected against all that elegance. I knew my audience!

Because the best tables are beautiful without taking themselves too seriously. They invite you in, make you linger—and give you something new to discover.

At the end of the evening, it all disappears.

The memories don’t. ✨ More images to share soon✨

#summersoiree #mesachic #tablescapestyling #tuscanyvibes #adultparty Al fresco dining • Italian Style • Entertaining In Style

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The last guest has gone, the evening now a memory… and I’m sitting on the very table at the heart of it all.

For this intimate evening, I wanted to transport my guests to Tuscany—to make them feel, for a few hours, as though they’d escaped to Europe. The table was layered with little treasures collected on my recent travels through Italy, each with a story of its own.

Long after the candles dim, it’s the feeling of an evening that stays with you.

And this table has quite a story to tell… I can’t wait to share every beautiful, unexpected detail. 💛

Dressed @hemantandnandita from @bleuclothing

#luxurytablescape #tablescapestyling #tuscanywedding #Italianinspired #modaitaliana

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💎 She couldn’t see her wedding without them. And they made the difference.

Even the most beautifully designed aisle needs the right light to feel complete. Our flameless luminaries lined this Four Seasons ceremony, adding a soft, steady glow that let every detail, the florals, the drapery, the walk down the aisle, actually be seen and felt.

No flame, no glass, just the warmth this moment deserved.

Ready to light your own aisle? Link in bio.

#flamelesscandles #candlerentals #microwedding #candlelitwedding #weddingcandles

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Where heritage meets modernity.

This table was designed around the beauty of juxtaposition—ancient vessels alongside contemporary details, sculptural florals floating overhead, and layers of texture that invite guests to linger a little longer.

I love creating spaces that feel curated rather than decorated, where every element has purpose and every piece tells a story. The antique vessels bring history and soul, while clean lines and modern forms keep the design fresh and unexpected.

For me, a table is more than a setting for a meal. It’s an experience, a conversation starter, and an opportunity to create something memorable for the people gathered around it.

Grateful to @berbereimports for providing the extraordinary antique vessels that brought depth, character, and timeless beauty to this design.

Host, Design & Planning @rsvptomytable
Photography @mike_yarkeev
Venue @ajavineyards
Caterer @davidslatkin
Rentals @casadeperrin @mtb_event_rentals Linens@luxe_linen

#rsvptomytable #luxurytablescape #curateddesign #eventdesign #floralinstallation

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Hi all! I’m doing my happy dance as my table comes to life!! Here’s a SNEAK PEEK of my upcoming tablescape and I’m super excited to share my finished vision with you!✨

This is the part you don’t usually see here on my page.

I thought I’d give you a little taste of what you’ll find in my stories—where I share the details, decisions, and behind-the-scenes moments that bring each vision to life.

If you love the finished reveal, you’ll love the process. See you in my stories☺️

#rsvptomytable #eventdesigner #tablescapestyling #behindthescenes #tablescapedesign

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I felt like the pasta candelabras deserved a moment of their own rather than being tucked into a carousel of table details. When I first imagined hand-making them, I worried they might feel more like a kindergarten project — but my instinct kept pulling me toward sculpture, texture, and artful form. So I trusted the vision.

What I thought would be a quick project became an incredibly labor-intensive process, with each candelabra taking days to complete by hand. In the end, they became one of my favorite elements from this January table design — an unexpected way to introduce modern art, texture, and dimension while keeping the table elevated, chic, and intentionally layered. A conversation piece.

Design, to me, is always about creating moments that surprise people while still feeling refined. And these did exactly that.

Make sure to slide until the end to see a video of the creative process behind them.

#rsvptomytable #tablestyling #tablescapedesign #moderndecor #creativedesign

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Where timeless elegance meets a touch of Dolce & Gabbana drama 🤍
Inspired by the charm of the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel, this table is all about warmth, beauty, and effortless luxury—designed to be admired, but even more to be experienced .

Because true elegance isn’t just seen… it’s felt. 🤍

#rsvptomytable #luxurylifestyle #dolcegabanna #tablescapedesign #modernluxury

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⛲️✨ The ceremony path shone with a warm, gentle glow. 80 floor-level luminaries were arranged to create a stunning visual effect, rendering this space the most photographed part of the wedding. #weddingcandles #largecandles #luxurycandles #luxuryweddings #flamelesscandles

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Let’s style this table together🤍

Grandma chic, warmly reimagined. Pasta becomes sculpture — bow ties and penne hand-placed into candelabras, transforming the familiar into something beautifully unexpected. Playful in concept, yet executed with intention and elegance.

Fringe adds movement. Vintage doilies and heirloom silver bring soul. Luminous glassware and a single calla lily at each place setting keep it refined and sculptural. Soft white draping floats above, tying it all together with quiet elegance.

Nostalgic. Artful. Inviting — and undeniably elegant.

#rsvptomytable
#tablestylist
#editorialstyling
#luxurytablescape
#tablescapedesign

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A celebration of life is an opportunity to honor a loved one in a way that reflects the beauty, warmth, and meaning they brought into the world. It was deeply important to me to give my Father-in-law a peaceful, loving, and truly beautiful exit — one that was organic, welcoming, and full of heart. Curating beautiful meaningful spaces with love, for family and friends, is my love language. My intention was to create an atmosphere that felt effortlessly beautiful, as though every detail had always belonged exactly where it was, allowing guests to feel comforted wherever their eyes landed.

The day was thoughtfully designed around all the things he loved most. Floral arrangements were created with edible fruits, a meaningful touch inspired by centerpieces he always enjoyed. The menu featured all his favorite foods to remind us of him, lovingly prepared for family and friends to share together. The celebration took place in a vineyard that carries his name — a place deeply connected to his legacy — with wine named after him reflecting the passion and joy he brought to life.

What began as an empty lot was transformed into a serene and inviting setting, intentionally designed to draw the eye toward the vast mountains beyond and the quiet beauty of the surrounding landscape. Tall olive branches rose gracefully from wine barrels, wild arrangements filled stone vessels, and white umbrellas in the ceremony space offered gentle shade beneath the open sky. Every detail was chosen to evoke peace, warmth, and heartfelt connection — a living tribute to a man whose presence, generosity, and spirit will forever remain with those who loved him.

Through his kindness, humor, and unwavering presence, Ed taught us that simply showing up is the greatest gift we can give one another.

Photography @mike_yarkeev
Venue @ajavineyards
Catering @davidsevents
Rentals @mtb_event_rentals

#rsvptomytable #celebrationoflife #designwithmeaning #eventdesigner #vineyardevents

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From an empty table to a full story🤍 My vision brought to life

Grandma Chic meets Modern Day Art-Pasta candelabras as sculptural art and a fringe tablecloth bring unexpected details to the table, layered with delicate doilies, heirloom silver, and glass dinnerware. Single calla lilies dance across each napkin, while a polished silver tray adds visual harmony.

Soft, white draped fabric above frames the space, introducing elegance and allowing every detail to shine — the perfect backdrop for this playful yet sophisticated tablescape. A balance of art, surprise, and refinement.

#rsvptomytable #tablescapedesign #grandmachic #eventstyling #luxetablescape

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