Gather friends and family for a laidback fall party with guidance from lifestyle tastemaker and party pro Pia Baroncini.
Fall is often a season of reflection, gratefulness, and gathering.
Here, she provides essential party tips and details for hosting a fall get-together at home.
Credit:GREG SCHEIDEMANN
The Decor
Baroncini’s go-to party decor is simple and affordableunscentedcandles.
Keep artificial lighting low for an intimate ambience.
On the table, avoid elaborate arrangements.
Credit:GREG SCHEIDEMANN
She paired them with a sparse array oflike-colored flowers.
“Groupings of the same item can be incredibly impactful.
“To keep things organic and natural looking, I’d stay away from orange pumpkins.
Credit:Carson Downing
I really like the pale-colored or white ones.
That way it’s seasonal but not in an obvious way.”
The stew was a huge hit among my guests; people want something hearty.
Credit:Ray Kachatorian
“Serve with ared winethat you used in the stew to tie it all together.”
For dessert, keep it simple.
There’s also no harm in asking guests to bring their favorite cocktail or bottle of wine.
Credit:Helen Norman
“Set up a little serving station with a bunch of candles to make it beautiful.
This way you’re not worried about getting people drinks all night.”
Cover the bar in apples and cinnamon sticks for functional decor.
Keep blankets out for guests to grab as the night gets chillier.
Instead, write personalized thank-you notes to guests and leave them under their plates or placemats.
