This is our official call to bring back the tea party. Gathering your friends for an afternoon of snacks, cake, and tea? It never should’ve gone out of style and we’ve found a few charming tea party ideas to inspire you to host some this spring and summer.
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1. Pretty pastels
Pastels are a perfect choice for adding a fun and feminine touch to your tea party! We love that the pale pink of the glass candleholder is echoed in the bouquets.
2. Bottle candle holder
This is a small detail, but we tend to think it’s the little things that make these tea party ideas so much fun! Using the bottle as a candle holder adds some personality and a touch of a homemade vibe to the tea party decor.
3. Roses and Champagne
Okay so we know a tea party is all about the tea…but if you were to add some bubbly, what could be cuter than adding roses to your ice bucket for a fun touch? You get bonus points if you actually freeze roses into the ice as well.
4. Layers of pinks
The next of our tea party ideas is using layers of pinks throughout your decor, keeping the set up interesting and cohesive. Pink pops up in the candles, snacks, dishware, flowers, and even the cutlery! However, this would look just as great in any other color if pink isn’t your favorite.
5. Cute bows
Adding cute bows to wine glasses is a fun idea for a boozy tea party. It adds a delicate touch and is a super easy way to dress up your regular wine glasses.
6. Fresh fruit
As we were researching tea party ideas, a common element we saw over and over was fresh fruit, particularly strawberries. Not only are they delicious, they add a gorgeous pop of color to your table.
7. Pink and green
So we’ve covered the monochromatic glory of pink, but if you’re looking for something a little funkier pink and green make a stunning combo. They’re complementary colors, so they will always play off each other well and it won’t feel as sugary sweet as all pink.
8. Snack tower
The fancier term is probably “tiered tray”, but we prefer “snack tower”. It’s one of the easier tea party ideas to implement: find an option that suits your style and deck it out with all your favorite tea party treats!
9. Dainty tablecloth
A lovely floral tablecloth goes a long way in bringing a charming tea party look together. The best part is that there’s so many beautiful options available secondhand on Etsy and eBay to choose from!
10. Cute cake
The centerpiece of so many aesthetic tea parties is a cute vintage cake. They’re colorful, they’re delicious, and the obvious choice if you love a cottagecore take on tea party ideas.
11. Fun finger foods
Having a variety of finger foods for your tea party is not only delicious, but visually stunning as well. Traditional options include finger sandwiches, scones, and macarons, but don’t be afraid to branch out!
12. Classic blue and white
If you’re not into hyper-femme tea party ideas, a chic blue and white theme delivers a classic and grown up option. We love the antique patterning on this dishware, but as always, opt for something you love.
13. Eclectic china
Matching is always cute, but there’s something about an eclectic mix that just feels…cool. Curating a collection of coordinating tea cups is the perfect way to showcase your style and personality.
14. Floral cake
Edible florals make the perfect spring and summer addition to a tea party cake. Just be careful to get them from a food grade source that ensures they were grown without pesticides and fertilizers.
15. Gold accents
The next of our tea party ideas is to add hints of gold throughout the look. The metallic pops add a glamorous edge and is sure to get you in your friends in the mood for a luxurious afternoon.
16. Elegant neutrals
Not all tea party ideas have to be super bright or pastel! The tans and beiges here still feel festive and stylish, but with a more mature aesthetic. The red helps add interest in this example, and if you like this look we’d recommend you add a focal point as well to avoid it feeling drab.
17. Delicate doilies
Calling all cottagecore lovers! Doilies are a classic element that have been used for generations, and including them in your tea party decor is an easy way to amp up the traditional, feminine energy!
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