No matter how big or small the gathering, Libby Rawes, interior designer at Sharp + Grey Interiors explains that there are two details that make a home feel especially inviting. “I love to make a home feel comfortable right when you walk in,” Rawes said. “Choosing comfortable furniture, lots of texture, and soft materials that are casual, but elevated begs people to sit and stay awhile.” And for summer, she opts for natural colors like blue and green, linen accents, and fresh flowers.

Sanferge Ceramic Flower Vase, $19 CangLong Upholstered Dining Accent Chair, $130 Rivet Decorative Metal Serving Tray, $40 (was $43) Panana Modern Dining Table, $133 (was $140) Bwrmhme Gold Candlestick Holders, $18 Zens Bud Vases Glass Set, $25 with coupon (was $27) Vonanda Mid-Century Modern Faux Leather Sofa, $435 with coupon (was $460) Deep Dream Linen Tablecloth, $27 (was $37) Kiuree Farmhouse Linen Throw Pillow Covers, $15 KyraHome Organic Muslin Throw Blanket, $29