The Details That Matter

Nine must-haves for the outdoor party.

• By Rima Suqi
• Published Winter 2006

Napkins to Match the Flora
Cath Kidston Summer Blossom Stone napkins ($25 for four at Cath Kidston, 201 Mulberry St.; 212-343-0223).

Pepper the Table With Trophies
Stag salt and pepper shakers ($28 at Mxyplyzyk, 125 Greenwich Ave.; 212-989-4300).

Menu as Centerpiece
Antique white vertical wire pedestal frame by America Retold, here, displaying a menu ($17 at La Maison Marina, 345 W. Broadway; 212-343-9911).

For a Perfect Pour at a Vineyard
Wine decanter ($86 by Vagabond Vintage, at Bon Maison Compagnie, 140 Ninth Ave.; 212-989-5858).

A Bit of Sleek in the Wilderness
Sabre flatware ($87.50 per setting at La Cafetière, 160 Ninth Ave.; 646-486-0667).

To Pile in the Parasols
Cath Kidston picnic basket ($51 at Cath Kidston, 201 Mulberry St.; 212-343-0223).

A Cardholder With Country Charm
Set of eight pig place-card holders ($215 at Smythson of Bond Street, 4 W. 57th St.; 212-265-4573).

Lily Pads in Porcelain
Berry & Thread plates by Juliska (from $16 at Michael C. Fina, 545 Fifth Ave.; 212-557-2500).

To Be Filled, and Filled Again
Vivian glasses by Juliska (from $47 at Michael C. Fina, 545 Fifth Ave.; 212-557-2500).