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Easy Ways to Create a Romantic Atmosphere at Home

08 Monday Apr 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Advice & Inspiration, Ella Andrews, Guest Posts, The Home

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appearance, atmosphere, candles, cooking, dinner, ella andrews, home, meal, music, romance, romantic atmosphere

Every situation has its rules, so does the romantic atmosphere creation. In case you are wondering how to create this feel in your home, here are some simple tips that will help you be successful.

Candles
Candles are essential for adding romantic touches. You can use the help of the staff in the store or you can pick them out yourself. You can use them to create a path, in which you will need many small ones. You can also create special arrangements with them. You can lay flower petals in a bowls of water along with small candles, which will look very pretty when you light them up. Try using candles that are unique in shape and scent. They will help with the light in the room and will add a special accent to the space and atmosphere.
Easy Ways to Create a Romantic Atmosphere at Home

Easy Ways to Create a Romantic Atmosphere at Home

Music
Music can make such a difference. It will make the moments of silence special and in case you ran out of topics to discuss, you can also talk about the song that is playing at the moment. In the process of this conversation you may find other interesting topics to talk over. Long silences can be very embarrassing sometimes.

Dinner
Create a meal that is delicious as well as nice to look at. Having ugly items on your plates isn’t that romantic. As you prepare the menu you can include some special items that are famous for adding romance to a situation. This can be strawberries, chocolate, wine, and others.
Easy Ways to Create a Romantic Atmosphere at Home
Photo Credit: Dining in DC

Atmosphere
When you are preparing for a romantic evening, choosing a section in the living room is a good idea. Make sure its comfortable enough to rest after dinner is over. Staying at the table will be good to some point but after, you will soon feel uncomfortable on the chair and will love to stretch out somewhere. You may want to arrange some candles there as well. If the date eventually moves into the bedroom, you can dress it up a bit with romantic colors so it feels a little more special.
Easy Ways to Create a Romantic Atmosphere at Home

Appearance
Leave time to get ready and make sure you look your best. It is a fact that you feel more self-confident when you both look better. You will have plenty of time to pick the outfit that will give you both comfort and confidence at the same time. Just make sure you are comfortable and feel great.

{Written by Ella Andrews on behalf of the Plymouth Moving Company}

Little Holiday Heroes

13 Tuesday Nov 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Decor Ideas, Events & Parties, Everyday Design, Shopping

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anthropologie, BHLDN, decor, dinner, family, festive, holiday, host, Jayson Home, linens, ModCloth, party, ruche, thanksgiving, Through the Country Door, VivaTerra, west elm, World Market

Little Holiday Heroes

I always say, its in the details, because honestly, it is. Whenever I go to a party or wedding, even a dinner party, its the little details I see first. Whether big or small, they really show your guests you wanted the event to be special. When these little details are lacking, it just seems that sincerity is missing as well.

I searched for some really nice items to include in your holiday dinner this year for Thanksgiving. If you are not the host, than maybe you can use them the next time you have some friends or family over for a yummy meal. It’s always important to have fun and don’t overdo it. Especially, on a table where people are eating. Believe me, no one wants big centerpieces in their faces while they are trying to talk or tons of do daddies in their way when they want to get seconds. Keep it simple, clean and totally you.

Little Holiday Heroes
Cutlery Portrait Napkin – Anthropologie

Little Holiday Heroes
Amazon Dreams Pitcher – Anthropologie

Little Holiday Heroes
Stately Trio of Vases – BHLDN

Little Holiday Heroes
Poppy Pos Vase – BHLDN

Little Holiday Heroes
Felted Foliage Garland – BHLDN

Little Holiday Heroes
Wee Medallion Food Picks – BHLDN

Little Holiday Heroes
Piglet Placeholder Set – Ruche

Little Holiday Heroes
Pretty Cupcake Kit – Ruche

Little Holiday Heroes
Cheese and Thank You Serving Set – ModCloth

Little Holiday Heroes
Checkered Mercury Vases – Jayson Home

Little Holiday Heroes
Marina Vase – Jayson Home

Little Holiday Heroes
Rustic Set of Candleholders – Through the Country Door

Little Holiday Heroes
Hampstead Natural Napkins – World Market

Little Holiday Heroes
Natural Fiber and Lurex Table Runner – World Market

Little Holiday Heroes
Madras Serving Bowl – World Market

Little Holiday Heroes
Gilded Fig Vases – VivaTerra

Little Holiday Heroes
Metallic Diamond Printed Napkin Set – West Elm

Little Holiday Heroes
Cake Kitchen Placemats – West Elm

Little Holiday Heroes
Decorative Napkin Ring – West Elm

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