Midsummer is upon us, and the joyful summer solstice celebrations wouldn’t be complete without an eye-catching tablescape. From whimsy-filled, vibrant tableware to blooming tablecloths and napkins, discover Vogue Scandinavia’s definitive edit of the most stylish and dreamy finds to create your perfect Midsummer setting this year
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There’s something unequivocally magical about Midsummer – the sun lingering long in the sky, the hazy twilight that follows, nature in full bloom, and a velvet warmth that drapes across the skin until the wee hours of the night. The summer solstice has long been celebrated here in the Nordics, its strongest traditions nestled in Finland and Sweden.
And when it comes to Midsummer festivities – whether yours is punctuated by crafting flower crowns and raising the Midsommarstång or gathering around the bonfire, heating up the sauna, and enjoying a refreshing dip in the lake or the sea – there’s almost always a table heaving with bites and beverages in the heart of it all.
Speaking of the table, embracing summer’s zenith invites us to play around with dreamy set-ups that bolster the enchanting mood – no matter if you’re spending a charming countryside Midsummer, or revelling in the longest day of the year in an urban surrounding.
Think eclectic tablescapes bursting with colour and blooms that reflect the lushness of the season, from vibrant printed tablecloths to sorbet-hued tableware. Mix, match and layer to create visual interest – and don’t forget the quirky details that can make all the difference, such as eye-catching napkin rings, tablecloth pegs and, of course, cascading greenery and flowers, which you can even gather from the nature around you.
To help you set the dreamiest Midsummer table this year, Vogue Scandinavia has curated a stylish yet whimsical edit of the best pieces to shop now – from blooming tableware and placemats to vivid, patterned napkins and tablecloths.
