Entertaining At Home with Go Home

For a client who entertains regularly I recently outfitted a bar with decorative accessories from Go Home Ltd. A rep from the company, which specializes in vintage-inspired home furnishings, asked if I would contribute a post to their blog and I am sharing here as well for those of you who might need a little inspiration for the upcoming season of holiday entertaining.

To complement the client’s classical bronze sculptures of the deities Mercury and Fortuna, I used the Mykonos Hurricanes and Mykonos Pedestal Bowl which feature a timeless Greek Key motif. The wide, shallow bowl is the perfect showcase for seasonal botanicals.

And as I have said before, I love the liberal use of candles. These hurricanes are a nice size - not too big but still dramatic.

The Vintage Hotel Wine Cooler is a chic alternative to an utilitarian ice bucket,

and the mirrored Butler’s Tray reflects a festive shimmer and provides a functional surface that protects the painted top of the bar cabinet.

I think a self-serve bar sets the mood for relaxed entertaining. Having guests mix their own drinks is a great way to encourage mingling and you can focus on greeting friends. And I recommend offering a seasonal cocktail in addition to the usual choices - it is a sure way of spreading good cheer.