Joanna Buchanan - July 28, 2025

A fresh take on blue & white

Timeless tones, floral touches, and a summer table in full bloom ͏...

Blue and white will alwasy be a favorite of mine—but right now, I’m especially drawn to the combination with a floral twist. It’s the perfect palette for summer entertaining… classic yet full of life, with that layered, collected feel I love. And why not throw in a garden creature too!

I’ve been styling A LOT with our ruffle edge straw placemats with the garden print napkins and enamel flower napkin rings—and the mix is just so fun and textural. Add in a few butterfly mini clips on glasses or use them as placecard holders and suddenly your table looks like a magazine shoot. I love these pieces paired with the Ginori Oriente Italiano plates in Albus—the blue detailing and botanical motifs are a perfect pairing.

I know some poeple think blue and white can be a bit boring- but if you add in print, pattern and lots of tones... it's anything but. And look how easy it is to refresh what you have in your china cabinet!