13 Glamorous Tabletop Ideas for Summer Events

Luxe Linen and Rayce PR hosted a Los Angeles showcase where designers showed off bold designs including linens, flowers, and other tabletop decor looks.

Alesandra Dubin
June 15, 2016

Last month, Luxe Linen and Rayce PR hosted the Luxe Launch showcase event at Vibiana in Los Angeles. Inspired by sumptuous or unusual linens from Luxe, as well as a range of other influences from history to travel, the event’s participating designers decked out their tables with an array of eye-catching and steal-worthy ideas that can inspire summer events.

A pair of wings from artist Colette Miller of the Global Angel Wings project was the eye-catching emphasis of the table known as “Dancing Angels Along the Mediterranean,” designed by Sterling Engagements and Shawna Yamamoto Event Design.
A pair of wings from artist Colette Miller of the Global Angel Wings project was the eye-catching emphasis of the table known as “Dancing Angels Along the Mediterranean,” designed by Sterling Engagements and Shawna Yamamoto Event Design.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
Flowers spilled from bowl-like metallic vessels, and blue glassware lent a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired look.
Flowers spilled from bowl-like metallic vessels, and blue glassware lent a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired look.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
At a table called “Boho Gypsy Princess,” designed by Bluebell Events and Mark’s Garden, clusters of flowers by type from Revelry Event Design filled vessels of varying kinds and heights.
At a table called “Boho Gypsy Princess,” designed by Bluebell Events and Mark’s Garden, clusters of flowers by type from Revelry Event Design filled vessels of varying kinds and heights.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
Gold stemware and gold-rimmed china added glamour to contrast with the whimsical vibe.
Gold stemware and gold-rimmed china added glamour to contrast with the whimsical vibe.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
The “Boheme Botanica” table, designed by Nicole Alexandra Designs and Rebelle Fleurs, took its inspiration from a snakeskin-patterned table linen in tan. The overall look was natural, with rustic wooden accents and lush greenery, but elevated.
The “Boheme Botanica” table, designed by Nicole Alexandra Designs and Rebelle Fleurs, took its inspiration from a snakeskin-patterned table linen in tan. The overall look was natural, with rustic wooden accents and lush greenery, but elevated.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
The table known as 'Alexandrine’s Romantic Spring Dream” was designed by Kelsey Events and Ixora Floral Studio. Black satin napkins, ornate china, and open roses created a look of sheer opulence.
The table known as "Alexandrine’s Romantic Spring Dream” was designed by Kelsey Events and Ixora Floral Studio. Black satin napkins, ornate china, and open roses created a look of sheer opulence.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
“Gold Metallique” linen from Luxe set a backdrop for a rustic-meets-glamorous look in antique ivory and blush tones at the table known as “Memoirs Of Romance,' designed by Charis Events & Design and Avant Garden Events.
“Gold Metallique” linen from Luxe set a backdrop for a rustic-meets-glamorous look in antique ivory and blush tones at the table known as “Memoirs Of Romance," designed by Charis Events & Design and Avant Garden Events.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
Flowers from Avant Garden Events trailed off the edge of the table in a dramatic, asymmetrical arrangement.
Flowers from Avant Garden Events trailed off the edge of the table in a dramatic, asymmetrical arrangement.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
At the “Hibiscus Glitz” table, designed by A Good Affair and Little Hill Floral Designs, Dish Wish Girl provided whimsical rentals: Plates were emblazoned with sayings like “holy shiitake” and “it takes two to mango.”
At the “Hibiscus Glitz” table, designed by A Good Affair and Little Hill Floral Designs, Dish Wish Girl provided whimsical rentals: Plates were emblazoned with sayings like “holy shiitake” and “it takes two to mango.”
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
“The Iridescent Allure” table, designed by Hilary Hamer and Commerce Flowers, had a feminine look in pale blue and white with an overall floral motif. Details included mirrored seating cards, taper candles, and crystal glasses and candlesticks.
“The Iridescent Allure” table, designed by Hilary Hamer and Commerce Flowers, had a feminine look in pale blue and white with an overall floral motif. Details included mirrored seating cards, taper candles, and crystal glasses and candlesticks.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
At the “Cleopatra” table designed by Eddie Zaratsian, a black and gold palette provided a sumptuous, extravagant look and feel.
At the “Cleopatra” table designed by Eddie Zaratsian, a black and gold palette provided a sumptuous, extravagant look and feel.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
A floral centerpiece added drama suspended over the “Only Love Sees Color” table, designed by Percy Sales Events and Butterfly Floral & Event Design.
A floral centerpiece added drama suspended over the “Only Love Sees Color” table, designed by Percy Sales Events and Butterfly Floral & Event Design.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
A swirled linen pattern, golden flatware, and jewel-toned florals decked out the “Haute Hacienda” table designed by First Pick Planning and Peony & Plum.
A swirled linen pattern, golden flatware, and jewel-toned florals decked out the “Haute Hacienda” table designed by First Pick Planning and Peony & Plum.
Photo: Krista Mason Photography
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