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Bohemian chic meets Beachside Bliss. equal parts whimsical and wild, the humble picnic has just received the decade’s most glamorous update

bohemian chic meets beachside bliss. the humble picnic has just received an uber glam update

Loosely arrange elegant blossoms amid whimsical backyard blooms – think roses and peonies among daisies and dandelions. The finished result will be a touch-me bouquet that seems scooped from the garden. Match it with a floral crown for a look that exudes Garden of Eden-esque grace. Think of each blanket as a wedding reception table – equip each one with a picnic basket full of sumptuous, easy-to-eat snacks. Pretty and practical, a beach umbrella gives the picnic setup dimension, height and shade. For a distinctive air of boho chic that’s in keeping with a seaside setting, choose one with an ivory canvas, delicate tassles and a dark wooden pole. Clusters of fresh produce serve double purpose as both sumptuous snacks and fuss-free decorations. Select in-season fruit that complements your chosen colour scheme. Make this picnic one your guests will never forget. Gold or silver vases coupled with vintage glassware take the vibe from casual weekend-at-the-beach to once-in-a-lifetime luxe. Position picnic baskets, tree stumps, barrels and upside-down crates around the edge of each blanket – they make functional surfaces for drinks, plates and vases of flowers. Uber pretty yet strikingly simple, an ombre-iced cake topped with fresh blooms is the ultimate in understated elegance.