You know that one friend who always shows up to the beach/picnic/concert/firepit with all the good stuff? The one who somehow pulls a baguette, a bluetooth speaker and a rosé flight out of thin air? That could be you. In fact, that should be you.
Here’s the secret: keep a party kit ready to go. If you’ve got a car, stash it in your trunk. If you’re a city girl, your “trunk” is your tote. Either way, the vibe is spontaneous elegance with a sprinkle of chaos.
Soiree Supplies starter kit
Here’s what we’d stash:
- Our picnic set with plates, cups, cutlery and napkins
- A pretty blanket that doubles as a throw (folds up small)
- Battery-powered fairy lights or a candle in a jar
- A deck of cards or tarot if you’re feeling mystical
- Bonus: a bottle opener and snacks that look like you tried but didn’t (think marcona almonds and olives in a cute container)
No car? No problem.
Looking at your city girls! Tote bags are the new trunks. Go for something oversized and sturdy with compartments. Keep your kit in a hallway closet or under your bed — just grab and go when someone says “picnic?” or “sunset drinks?”
Your city essentials:
- Insulated wine tote (trust)
- Tiny speaker, big attitude
- A bottle of something chilled from your bodega or corner wine shop
- Fans or parasols for hot days (also look fab in photos)
The magic is in the readiness.
The best plans are the ones that happen fast. A sunny afternoon, a group text and you swoop in like the queen of casual luxury. People will ask how you do it. Don’t tell them.
Moral of the story: stock your trunk. Or your tote. Be the picnic person.
