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Get ready for the perfect picnic this Spring with these simple tips 🌸

Location

The location of your picnic is the most important consideration. It will help to inform both the attire and the food. For instance, you can’t wear wedges and a sundress or serve an elaborate spread if you have to hike to the location.

Theme

A theme isn’t a picnic requirement per se. But if you’re throwing an Insta-worthy party, you need some sort of through-line to tie the event together. This can be a specific theme or even a color scheme. You’ll find having these elements in mind helps when you’re hit with decision paralysis.

Blanket

Any old blanket, towel, or sheet will suffice for a picnic. But having a pretty blanket to feast on can really tie together your theme and take your picnic to the next level. 

Food

It’s the meal that turns “some people sitting on a blanket outdoors” into a bona fide picnic. From elaborate lunches to just cheese and wine, there are plenty of menu options to consider. Keep the weather in mind and how far you’ll need to travel to the picnic site. No one wants to eat a wilted salad or soggy sandwiches.

Accessories

The right accessories can help to take your picnic to the next level (or just to make hauling your supplies a little bit easier). From over-the-top decorations to more practical options, here are a few of our favorite ideas: cooler, picnic bag, basket liner, & balloon wall.

From picking the perfect location to packing the best snacks, we’ve got you covered for your next outdoor adventure. Look out for our next blog post for more fun & helpful tips & tricks!