We’ve been in the Hamptons for four days now and I’m starting to get used to leisurely breakfasts and warm, lazy afternoons. What a change from the usual frenetic pace of life. We’ve been enjoying lots of meals outside and it got me thinking about some of the most idyllic al fresco dining images I’ve seen. They all feature something in common: trees. There’s something about dining under a tree that just appeals – shade in the day, lanterns hanging from the branches in the evening. Wouldn’t you like to enjoy a meal at one of these tables?
I’ve always wanted to be able to do this in our backyard but we just don’t have the right kind of trees. I’ll just have to get my fix this week while on vacation.
Credits:
1 – Laurence Pasquier; 2 – Polly Wreford; 3 – Via Vintage and Chic; 4 – Marie Claire Maison; 5 – Le Mas Roussier, Anglo French Properties; 6 – Via Apartment Therapy; 7 – Via LivingEtc.
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5 comments
July 1, 2009 at 9:59 am
Sofia
Love the casual look of the last photo and the detail: bag full of water. I believe it’s for the flies right?:P
July 1, 2009 at 11:42 am
ALEK
This is exactly my problem – lots of lights and nowhere to hang them from. Let me know if you find a solution. It sounds like you’re having a lovely time. 🙂
July 4, 2009 at 12:09 am
sweetcalifornia
Those are gorgeous tables. I especially liked the one with the netting above it. Simple, but really pretty.
July 6, 2009 at 6:31 pm
Cristin
beautiful tables! thanks.
xo,
cristin
July 9, 2009 at 2:04 pm
abby jenkins
I would be happy with any of those settings for a fete! We have a huge maple tree over our patio, I have been meaning to hang my new lanterns from it for an alfresco affair. You have inspired me to do so! I’ll post some photos. Thanks.