5 ways to host a summer party – as approved by Christie Brinkley

Pine 5' Traditional Picnic Table with Two Benches l Was $932.49, Now $847.49, at Overstock

This 55" picnic table and bench's Caribbean Blue is a shade deeper than Brinkley's, but make no mistake: it's just as luxurious. The Amish handcrafted stained wood is an unexpected-yet-pleasant choice — one in which guests will be swooning over for years to come. 

Solid Jute Braided Natural Jute Table Runner for $44.39, at The Home Depot

Before you can serve up meals in style, you need to protect your investment and what better way to keep your table in tip-top shape than reaching for these jute braided placemats. They're not only doppelganger's to Brinkley's version, but they're perfectly on-trend with the current season too. 

Noritake Blooming Splendor 5-Piece Place Setting for $99.99, at Target

Add contrast to beautifully blue tables by pairing them with floral-based plates like this 5-piece set. The intricate detailing adds a feminine flair, romanticizing the table to perfection. 

Beachcrest Home Metal Lantern l Was $57.99, Now $46.99, at Wayfair

Designed with a classic silhouette and sleek modern lines, this steel-based holder is ideal for framing all of the best candles. Sensational when selecting a handful of different sizes, this burnished silver display will look sharp when surrounded by pops of color; this choice will light many nights to come. 

Willa Arlo Interiors Peonies Floral Arrangement in Vase l Was $173.25, Now $138.99, at Wayfair

Balance color schemes by reaching for these magenta peonies. Reminiscent of the same florals you'd find locals picking come afternoon in the countryside, the deep color bundles in a translucent vase are the delicate details you'll need to consider your tablescape complete.