A Sweet Summer Soiree
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February 19, 2020
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Dr Pepper®. The opinions and text are all mine.
I think it’s pretty clear by now that I love entertaining. Having people over to my place is my favorite. Yes, it involves lots of cleaning and a little bit of prep but if we’re being honest, I love the control. Being in charge of the guest list, the time, the treats, and everything else always makes it so much more fun for me. I like having things my way, what can I say? And my way is definitely feminine and free-spirited.
When it comes to hosting, my primary focus is always on the tablescape. There are three things a good tablescape can’t be without: flowers, finger foods, and drinks. Everything else is just extra. Since I knew I was partnering with Dr Pepper for my summer party, I was already set with the drinks. I focused on the cans for a color scheme of deep red, purple, and white. I find that building the tablescape arrangement around one thing helps me prepare so much faster. The first thing I got was the flowers. These babies were under $10 at Walmart and they’re still kickin’ well after the party.
Since you can get everything you need for a party at Walmart, I went ahead and got everything else I needed: nuts, a variety of cheeses, water, crackers, and fresh fruits. This is kind of my go-to for all my parties. But since I had people over close to dinner time, I also hit up my favorite local bakery, Hell Yeah (amazing name, right?!), for some treats. How gorgeous are they?! And get this: they’re all gluten free! I swear you’d never know it. They’re just as delicious as they are pretty!
Finally, I got the Dr Pepper and I was set. Right now they’re having a special promotion for their Pick Your Pepper campaign, which has the coolest can designs. I went with the retro one. Aren’t they cool looking? When you buy Dr Pepper from 6/15-8/15 this summer, you can upload your receipt at www.drpepper.com/walmart to get these prizes: Spend $5 get 5 bottles = Dr Pepper Retro Specs; Spend $10 get 10 bottles = Dr Pepper Copper Lined Mug (pictured above); Spend $20 get 20 bottles = Dr Pepper Bluetooth Speakers; Spend $30 get 30 bottles = Dr Pepper Pool Float.
It’s so funny because in the past, I would always just make a special cocktail for my parties. I always thought that was nice and easy, but everyone was overjoyed when they saw I had Dr Pepper. Everyone just wanted their own can to kick off the evening. Dr Pepper was the only thing I drank all through middle school and high school, so it totally brought back some memories for me. Very fitting with the retro cans, don’t you think? Anyway, as I’ve gotten older, I’ve cut back on soda in general, but this was the perfect treat for my party! Plus, I’m working my way towards that Bluetooth speaker.
As most of my parties do, this one ended in a dance party. I’m so lucky to have the best friends to hang out with for my summer get-togethers! Thanks for the party fuel, Dr Pepper!
What are your best summer hosting tips?
Photos by Bryce France.
July 13, 2018 @ 10:16 am
I am seriously so excited to finally have my own place to start entertaining soon! Those Dr Pepper cans are the most fun!! Such a conversation piece!
July 13, 2018 @ 10:26 am
It’s my favorite thing to do!!! You’ll have the best time. Aren’t they so cute?!
July 13, 2018 @ 1:38 pm
Love how you set everything up to make entertaining fun and everything looks so delicious❤️
July 16, 2018 @ 11:12 am
It was SO yummy! Thank you, babe!
July 14, 2018 @ 10:55 am
This looks like such a fun party! I love Dr. Pepper, it’s such a great drink to add to any cocktails!
July 16, 2018 @ 11:11 am
It was so much fun!!
July 14, 2018 @ 12:03 pm
Dr. Pepper was my Dads fave and mine too as a kid!
July 16, 2018 @ 11:11 am
Yes!! I loved it so much growing up!
July 14, 2018 @ 12:11 pm
Where was my invite? This looked like a blast!
July 16, 2018 @ 11:10 am
Lol! Come on over, girlfriend! <3
July 14, 2018 @ 2:10 pm
I’m always in awe of your entertaining photos. The tablescapes are SO put together and professional. You’re so inspiration in so many ways! You are #goals for sure. Also, now I want a Dr. Pepper…
July 16, 2018 @ 11:10 am
Omg!! You are the SWEETEST! Thank you so much babe!! Lol I was totally craving Dr. Pepper after this too haha
July 14, 2018 @ 6:54 pm
What a fun time! I love your table setup 🙂
-xo, Azanique | http://www.lotsofsass.com
July 16, 2018 @ 11:09 am
It was!! Thanks girl! <3
July 15, 2018 @ 2:26 am
Sounds so great! You have everything for a perfect summer soiree!
Your pictures are so beautiful as always!
July 16, 2018 @ 11:09 am
Thanks, lady! We had such a great time!
July 15, 2018 @ 2:44 pm
omg seriously the prettiest summer soiree i’ve seen! great styling darling! xo
July 16, 2018 @ 11:08 am
Omg you’re so sweet!!! Thank you, Sharon!! Entertaining is seriously my favorite! 🙂
July 15, 2018 @ 11:05 pm
Love this spread! Everything looks so good.
July 16, 2018 @ 11:08 am
Omg it was!!! It all looked too pretty to eat, but everything was delish!
July 16, 2018 @ 1:28 am
ahh what a fun summer party! this is great!
July 16, 2018 @ 11:07 am
It was awesome!! Thanks, Whitney! 🙂
July 19, 2018 @ 11:49 am
What a lovely summer! Everything looks so cute and delish!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
July 20, 2018 @ 8:19 am
Thank you!! It was so much fun! And yes, everything was SO delish 🙂