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Jenna Elliott | One Eleven Photography As the unofficial herald of spring and a celebration of all things Irish, St. Patrick's Day is the perfect opportunity for merrymaking. But for sisters Laurén LaRocca and Marlan Willardson, the party stylists and lifestyle bloggers behind Twink + Sis, St. Paddy's Day festivities don't have to include the all-too-expected shamrocks and four leaf clovers. "Our 'good luck' themed St. Patrick's Day table is definitely a more subdued side of the holiday than most of us are used to," says LaRocca. "We always try to challenge ourselves to create events that are festive and beautiful, and a little bit unexpected."  The "good luck" theme was inspired by the well-known quote, "Find a penny, pick it up. All day long, you'll have good luck." With this in mind, Laurén and Marlan covered every inch of the table in pennies, and used that as a fun foundation for the rest of the tablescape. Jen...

Jenna Elliott of One Eleven Photography When sisters Laurén LaRocca and Marlan Willardson — the party stylists and lifestyle bloggers behind Twink + Sis — set out to plan their annual Thanksgiving tablescape, they looked to their past for inspiration.  On a day that's all about being thankful, especially for friends and family, LaRocca and Willardson chose to honor the holiday celebrations they remembered from their youth, and the women who made them possible: Their mom and grandma. "This table is our rendition of the table our mother and grandmother would create for the holiday," LaRocca said. "Our grandmother had wicker cornucopias as the centerpiece of the table with an abundance of overflowing fall fruit — it was really beautiful and always stuck with us. So we did our own take on that using the brass bowls and pedestals to house pomegranates, tangerines, figs and grapes." Even the romantic color palette references the...

Ingalls Photography I place a lot of funny little things on the tabletop, because I find that you eat as much with your eyes as you do with your mouth. The prettier your table looks and feels, the more your guests will enjoy their experience and remember the food. I combine glassware I inherited from my mother with pieces I buy at auctions. Mixing them makes the table eclectic and entertaining. A low vase allows for free-flowing conversations across the table. Ingalls Photography Chargers keep your table dressed and beautiful at all times, so it's never naked between courses. These napkin rings are my favorites! They pick up the gold rims on the plates and glasses and make mismatched linens look wonderful together. Learn Roberta's easy, flower napkin fold » The Paisley tablecloth, Paisley and Big Cata napkins, and Amelie and Harry eggs are all from Roberta Roller Rabbit ( robertarollerrabbit.com ) Silk Ribbon Service Plate in Raspberry ( $$$, herendusa.com ) Color Sheen Oran...

Who needs to sit elbow-to-elbow with other couples at a restaurant when you can enjoy a beautiful atmosphere at home? TREVOR TONDRO Bright Beauty Tabletop expert Kim Seybert loves bold color — and lots of it. "I want my guests to walk in, see the table, and know that the night is going to be special," she says. JAMES CARRIERE Casual Chic Consider a low centerpiece — it's so much easier to chat when you can actually see each other. JESSICA ANTOLA Champagne Wishes Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig, the founders of fashion house Marchesa, bring their red-carpet flair to this glamorous table. . DITTE ISAGER Luxe Layered Setting Layering antique white place mats and a tablecloth adds "texture rather than warring colors or patterns," Padma Lakshmi says. . LUCY SCHAEFFER Pretty in Purple Who knew pastels could be so bold? Liz O'Brien sets a romantic table on a field of soft purple. JOHN GRANEN Big Bouquet Heather Christos added a lush centerpiece and shad...

If you want to wow your valentine with a romantic dinner, we have some advice: Don't overlook the table decor... especially the flowers. A few fresh blooms just may be the secret to the best V-Day ever. Glitter Guide The black and white striped runner adds a whimsical touch to this table, but it's the multi-colored roses that really steal the show. Nancy Neil Red and white flowers are a Valentine's Day go-to for a reason: They scream romance. Pairing the classic color combo with an unexpected hue, like the marigold on this table, keeps it from feeling cliche. Julie Blanner This rustic table setting with plenty of greenery becomes unexpectedly romantic thanks to the tiny touch of pink. B Floral Flowers don't always have to be used in centerpieces, stringing a few fresh blooms onto the back of your valentine's chair is a sweet, one-of-a-kind surprise. Michael Radford Take a cue from this high-impact table and keep yours super simple — just a few white candles pair...

Celebrate the soon-to-be-Mrs. in major style. J. Layne Photography Embrace Whimsy A fantasy comes alive with this garden-inspired bridal shower. Beautiful details like the textured flower tablecloth, mini pink teapots at each place setting, and cascading centerpieces make the party even more whimsical. via Ruffled Blog Megan Welker Travel to Hawaii Transport guests to the tropics without spending a fortune. The dessert station in this aloha-themed shower is styled with a gazebo, hanging flower pots, a brass serving table, and tropical accents like leafy foliage and bamboo. via 100 Layer Cake Krista A. Jones Photography and Natalie Franke Photography Stick to a Classic A no-brainer summer shower theme? Americana. It's the perfect opportunity to take advantage of the warm weather by dining al fresco and serving the ripest fruit and produce of the season. The red, white, and blue gives a timeless, nostalgic feel. via Krista A. Jones Photography White Loft Studio Take the Open Sea...