The Magic is in the Details: Summer Table Styling That Actually Works

There's something magical about August evenings - that golden hour light, the way the air finally starts to cool, the abundance of everything summer has to offer. This is galette season at its finest.

But here's where the magic really happens - it's all about the styling details that make guests feel like they've stepped into a lifestyle magazine (without you breaking a sweat to get there).

Start with your foundation. That crisp white linen does more heavy lifting than you might think. It's clean and classic, but it also reflects that dappled sunlight beautifully, making everything on the table look like it's practically glowing.

Think in layers and levels. Notice how this table isn't flat - there are woven baskets creating height, wooden boards at different elevations, and glass vessels of varying sizes...