Tabletop Tuesday // Dinner in the Field

Farm-to-Table: Farm fresh eggs served in vintage milk glass with natural wildflowers as centerpieces for Experimental Table. Adding POSH to the mix means an equal amount of glamor with a relaxed vibe - perfect for Dinner in the Fields.

Cooler temps have been gracing Dallas (finally), and there would be nothing better than to enjoy a night of delicious food, good conversation, and a beautiful atmosphere in the serenity of the great outdoors. The only thing to make such an experience better is to have excellent catering and beautiful tabletops, right? Well, the team at Experimental Table have done just that. Founded by Katie and George Brown, the duo formerly behind GEORGE Catering, took a hiatus from the catering world to travel and be with their families. Their love of food still remained strong, however, and newfound appreciation for the local farmers and seasonal ingredients they found along their travels turned into a passion for the farm-to-table concept. Thus, Experimental Table was born. This fall, they will host Dinners in the Field, a way of showing you exactly where your food comes from by eating at their farm in Lucas, Texas. Four-course dinners, live music, farm tours, and beautiful tabletops are just a taste of the experience. For their first dinner, they handpicked detailed POSH pieces that best displayed their moveable feast. Our kind of garden party. 

Jute linens are an ideal foundation for the rustic chic of Dinner in the Field while the Natural Grand Chiavaris are comfortable yet stylish seating.

POSH Place Setting: Sevres China Collection, Floral Elegance Flatware, Pure White and Red Wine Goblets, Vintage Carnival Water Goblets in Green, Vintage Milk Glass

For more info on Dinners in the Field, email kc@experimentaltable.com
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WW // Bohemian Rhapsody

The Stone Fox Bride Sarah led down the aisle (left) and her bohemian tabletop (right). Photography by Stacy Newgent.

With all the beautiful weddings we see, it's hard not to have a #WeddingWednesday on the blog (Texas vendors and planners know how to do it right, y'all.) Today, however, we are inspired by a West Coast wedding featuring the anti-traditional team of Stone Fox Bride. Their vibe is anti-bridezilla, and their brides's Big Day always looks like the best party you wish you were invited to. The wedding of Sarah and Tom came across our blog feed, and we immediately fell in love with the chill mix of tradition meets bohemian rhapsody. It also fits the autumn looks we're feeling right now, so we picked our favorite POSH pieces inspired by this breathtaking wedding (which you can see in it's entirety here.). Are you in love with this look like we are?

Love the autumnal mix in the floral runner. Get the look with POSH with a white hemstitch overlay and jute linen with our new crossback cafe chairs.

Clockwise from top left: New Floral Damask linens in Silver, Ivory, and Taupe. / New crossback chair // Vintage amber goblets / A mix of couture and vintage for the perfect place setting: Gold Bead Glass Charger, vintage dinner and salad plates, vintage crystal cordials, mixed Michelangelo and Floral Elegance flatware, white hemstitch napkin

 

Tabletop Tuesday: Veritas

Neiman Marcus recently revealed a stunning tabletop featuring a glorious assortment of Veritas Glass for their Conclave event. Veritas founder and designer Kathleen Allen focuses on a precise art form of gilded optic crystal glass. Allen's work is a one of true craftmanship, with her lamps, vases, and candlesticks taking hundreds of hours to complete to offer you a gold standard in tabletop decor. We were proud to partner with her on this tablescape that expresses the reflection of light and and luxury. Veritas will be available at Neiman Marcus this fall, but for now you can learn more about the brand and products here. 

Recreate your own stunning tabletop with P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals: Hand Cut Glass Charger, Gold Leaf China Collection, Floral Elegance Flatware, Royal Gold Stemware, White Hemstitch Napkins, and Antique White Shantung Linens.

 

Tabletop Tuesday: Southern Romance

Southern Belle Place Setting: Floral Elegance Flatware, Mottahadeh Charger, Sevres Dinner Plate, Gold Leaf Wine Goblet, Chloe Goblet, Burlap Linen.

With Summer slowly winding down (or at least feeling cooler with all this much needed rain!), it seemed like a good to revisit this is an oldie but a goodie - a gorgeous Style Me Pretty shoot that makes you want to grab a pitcher of sweet tea and set the table for a romantic Southern evening. French Sevres China and Mottahedeh Chargers meet the deep South with country-inspired touches throughout with burlap, ruffles, mixed metals, and vintage personal finds for knockout centerpieces. See more of this sweet shoot here.

An assortment of meat and cheese served on classic catering dishes.

A cake table brought to life with amazing paper goods, personal touches, and a fantastic linen.

The same P.O.S.H. place setting on a white ranch table.

 

 Photography of the Couple and Detail Shots: Hansel Dobbs / Photography of the Flower Girls and Ring Bearer: Elle Parks Photography / Wedding Planner: Kelly Simants /Bride and Groom Models – Jennifer and Ty (Jennifer is also the owner of Memento Designs)/Paper Goods and Accessories (Brooches, Doilies, Menus, Table Numbers, etc.): Memento Designs – Jennifer Claire/ Venue: Megan Chumlea – The Aldredge House / Catering: Food Glorious Food / Florist and Designer:  Branching Out Events / Lighting:  Cocktails and Cavier /China, Glassware, and Silverwar: Posh Couture Rentals / Cake: Kristen Massad: Tart Bakery Dallas

Tabletop Tuesday: More Morocco

Looks like we're not the only ones with wanderlust. Our warm Spring is too soon sneaking into a seriously heated Summer, so of course we're jumping on board with Four Seasons Resort and Club Las Colinas for a Latin-themed, Morocco inspired party. Just invite over a few exotic birds of your own, and you're set. 

Place Setting: Rattan Round Charger, Exotic Bird China, Vintage Carnival Glassware in Classic and Parisian, Gold Floral Lace Champagne Flute, Floral Elegance Flatware, Bamboo Folding Chair, all P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals
Linens: La Tavola
Floral: Bella Flora
Photography: Rebecca Lorrine Photography
Paper Goods: Orange Spot, Pink Nose
Lighting: Beyond
Venue: Four Seasons Resort and Club, Las Colinas 
 

Entertain: Green Accents

Photo credits: Gorgeous yet simple bridal bouquets / P.O.S.H. tabletops / Olivia Palermo for Marie Claire Spain

Going green has never been easier. From emerald (the color of the year) to celery, green accents will have everyone in a spring mood. We love a dash of this seasonal hue on tabletops for sweet June weddings or gorgeous pops of bright green for backyard gatherings with friends and family. How do you incorporate green? We'd love to see your pictures or inspiration boards. Check out our Go Green board here. 

Tablescape: Silver Beaded Chargers and Floral Elegance Silver Flatware pop with Green Chloe Goblets. Add Fruitwood Chiavari Chairs** and an Ivory Trellis Organza overlay from Resource One (exclusively at P.O.SH. Couture Rentals) with green bark linen, and you've got the perfect amount of Mother Nature's favorite accent color. 
**Our Chiavari (including the Grand Natural and Grand Fruitwood Chiavaris) are on Summer Special! Contact us for details!

Toast: Design Within Reach

You base your wardrobe on a foundation of classics peppered with trends, and you evoke that same mindset when setting the table. We love our classics (hello, Chanel). Tabletop: Gold Rimmed Glass Charger, Barcelona Gold Dinner Plate, Gold Leaf Salad Plate, Silver Beaded Salad Charger, Gold Lace Demitasse, Dynasty 24 Karat Flatware, Gold Lace Wine Goblet, Gold Scroll Water Goblet. Champagne Petal Linen by Resource One, Inc., exclusively at P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals.

There is a feeling of Spring awakening in the air with Memorial weekend behind us and the early days of Summer ahead. That rebirth and renewal is being met with new collections, carefully curated with our clientele in mind. To see what patterns and prints we have to play with plus seasonal specials, join our mailing list. Need another reason to join? You'll get information on becoming a POSH Preferred client, which means first dibs on these collections, and believe us when we say they are the perfect additions for a proper tablescape. 

The art of dressing the table for the most discerning clients. Quality and timeless original design trumps all else. For design that is truly within reach, rent high-end items for the moments that matter most. Tabletop: Silver Florentine Charger, Simply Platinum Dinner Plate, Sophia and Loren China Collections, Floral Elegance Flatware, Silver Lace Goblet, Elise Cut Crystal Wine Goblet, Pewter Chiavari Chair. Champagne Organza with Double Rhinestone Trim by Resource One, Inc., exclusively at P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals.

With so many exciting things ahead, we want to take this moment to thank our clients. Because of you, we have been nominated for Best Event Rentals in D Magazine! (You can still vote for us daily through June 2nd here.) You believe quality matters, personalized approach to service, and timeless design deserves a place at the table. We couldn't agree more and promise to continue to deliver to the events that matter most in your life. The fine art of dressing the table isn't just saved for weddings and galas (although they definitely deserve prime spots), but rather it's a skill that should show how you rise to occasion at family and friend gatherings, birthdays, and anniversaries.

Tabletop Tuesday: Silver Radiance

There is such a radiance to a silver tablescape that rings both modern and elegant. When gold can seem too much and patterns to loud, know you can always rely on this tried and true metallic tone to mirror any centerpiece or accent colors. Designed by Marin Fiske-Rankin for SMU, the elegance of the Meadows Museum is reflected by a place setting that is beautifully traditional without  coming across as stuffy. Layered Sophia and Loren china creates a unique look that can be changed with each place setting at the table for a one-of-a-kind visual experience for the guest that will make them feel royally wined and dined. If you love silver but want to perk up the palette, Chloe goblets (available in a variety of colors) are the perfect addition to toasting in style. This is a great look for a traditional wedding, important corporate dinner, or holiday.

Design + Planning, Marink Fiske-Rankin
Photography, Tamytha Cameron
Floral, The Garden Gate
Venue, Meadows Museum

Toast: The Grand Dames

Today we're toasting the grand dames in our life - the matriarchs. Who would we be without the eclectic upbringing our grandmothers provided, the wisdom of our older aunts and female friends, and the unconditional love of our mothers. Their support comes in different forms, sometimes in ways we will never understand, and cannot be defined by any phrase or saying better than that one huge little word - love. We celebrate their uniqueness and originality; their quirks and their quips; and, especially, their love of celebrating life. It would be an injustice to not toast them with anything less than a fiercely fabulous tablescape. Tap into the personality of the grand dame in your life and set the table according to the style you see them exhibit in their daily lives.

Left: Mod squad meets modern elegance. Don't you want to meet her? | Right: A Jordan Payne designed tablescape featuring Mottahedeh Lace Charger, Loren China, Floral Elegance, Silver Rimmed Water Goblet, Silver Floral Lace Wine Goblet, Turquoise Trumpet Flut.

Women of a certain age are, in our opinion, the most beautiful beings on the planet. They have come into their own and ushered in new generations along the way. They haven't lost their love of all things pretty and pleasing and no longer get hooked on trends. So, how to set the table for them? We matched images of our fab ladies (including the awesome Iris Apfel) to tablescapes perfectly tailored to their looks. Both are at once traditional and elegant, yet exotic and textured; a perfect dichotemy for a well-rounded woman.

Left: Oatmeal Mesh Linen by Resource One, exclusively at P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals; Jan Barboglio Hammered Copper Charger, Barcelona Gold Charger, Mahogany Rose Dinner and Salad Plate, Exotic Bird Salad Plate | Right: The fabulous Iris Apfel

Tabletop Tuesday: Floral Elegance

Rentals include, Ivory Chiavari with cushion, Ivory Cottonesse Linen. POSH Couture Rentals. Ivory/Gold Floral Tulle Overlay by RESOURCE ONE Linens, exclusively at POSH.

Jacqueline Hill of Jacqueline Hill Events designed this luscious tabletop with inspiration from nature (and keeping in mind the overwhelming Texas heat) and the flora and fauna we miss when we bring receptions inside. She thought of everything, even a kids table for the precious petites in your life.

Rentals include, Silver and Gold Bead Chargers, Sevres China Collection, Floral Elegance Flatware, and Gold Lace Stemware.

What a gorgeous setting for your big day! Our favorite detail? Out of the Garden's details, from the green charger to the floral centerpieces (above). The kid's table (below), has the perfect mix of whimsy and luxe (it is still for a wedding, after all). The tree stumps are too cute! We also have Petite chiavari chairs to even out the tabletop.

Rentals include, Ivory Cottonesse linen with Ivory Hemstitch napkins, Silver Beaded Charger, Sevres China, Floral Elegance Flatware, Vintage Carnival Glassware.

This gorgeous tabletop was published for Brides of North Texas, Spring 2013. Thanks BoNT and Jacqueline Hill Events for including us in this amazing spread!

Designer | Jacqueline Hill - Jacqueline Hill Events & Design
Photographer | Perez Photography
Venue | The Room on Main
Florals | Out of the Garden
Invitations, place cards, menu, children's coloring book | Imaj Design
Cake | Sugar Bee Sweets
Bridal Gown | Bliss Bridal Salon
Bridesmaid dress, flower girl dress | Bella Bridesmaid
China, stemware, flatware, linens, children's table | Posh Couture Rentals

If you're thinking about silver

Holidays always spark new engagements for the coming year. Congrats to all you lovely future brides out there. In honor of you, we are starting a new segment "This then That" to help guide you into a choosing tabletop that is perfectly tailored to your style - it is your big day, after all. For all you hostess with mostess friends out there, we don't plan of forgetting you. Each of these can easily transition into inspiration for your next dinner party or shindig.

So, if you're thinking of silver for your _______ (wedding/party/fill in the blank), then let's decide if you want to go classic or contemporary.

Left: Dallas bride Amy Alexander captured by CELINA GOMEZ PHOTOGRAPHY for DFW EVENTS. 
Right: Image from P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS featuring Elise Crystal Cut Glassware, Floral Elegance Flatware, Sophie and Loren China Collections, Silver Florentine Charger, and Silver Floral Lace Linen by RESOURCE ONE LINENS, exclusively at P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals

The image above (from a beautiful wedding designed by DFW EVENTS which we will be sharing soon!) has the classic stylings of a timeless and traditional bride - a perfect match for our Sophie and Loren Victorian-inspired china collections. Below, the flower girl dress (from the same wedding) reminded us how often fashion and design reflect one another. Of course, it reminded us of the luscious petal linens offered by Resource One - a haute way to spice up your tabletops.

Left: A sweet bridesmaid from the same wedding as the bride above. Image by CELINA GOMEZ PHOTOGRAPHY / Silver Petal Linen by RESOURCE ONE LINENS, exclusively at P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS Image courtesy of  GRACE ORMONDE WEDDING STYLE MAGAZINE

Which look did you like? We'd love to know! Also, if there is a This Then That you would like to see, send us your ideas or pictures to showroom@poshcouturerentals.com

Silver Bell Special

The family may have come and gone, but the New Year promises more parties and wintry soirees. So when you're out taking advantage of all the Christmas sales, don't forget the only one that will take your fete from plain to posh. Yep, our Silver Bell Special is still going strong, but you only have until December 30th to take full advantage.*

Copper Metallic Charger / Sophia and Loren China Collection / Silver Compote / Silver Rimmed Goblet / Floral Elegance Flatware / Silver Goblet

Silver Rimmed Goblet and Silver Compote

Close up of the Floral Elegance Flatware

Close up of the Sophia China Collection

All rentals above from P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS | Photography by THISBEGRACE PHOTOGRAPHY.

Tabletops dressed in holiday style, in the air there’s a feeling of Christmas. To further celebrate the season of celebration, we’re giving you an early present: 20% off silver tabletop, chairs, and in-house linens on your next order.* ** A shimmering tabletop makes an impressive display for holiday receptions and cocktail parties.  Mix and match from our new Sophia and Loren china collections for a traditional touch or bring in our Artesian flatware for a modern flair.  Whatever you’re planning for the holidays, we’ve got your tabletop covered.

*Excludes Resource One linens. Orders filled on first come, first serve basis.

**Begins December 5, 2012. Orders and deposits must be placed by December 30, 2012 at 12PM (noon). Valid on events through March 1, 2013.