How to Host a Stylish Labor Day Brunch (Indoors or Out)
Kick off a laid-back Labor Day brunch that feels effortlessly festive! Think bright colors, fresh linens, and eye-catching serveware that make your table sing. Whether you’re gathering indoors or on the patio, here’s how to create a setting full of style, flavor, and good vibes.
1. Dress the Table in Style
Set your table with vibrant, easy-to-clean linens that are both chic and practical.
We love the Provencal-coated cotton tablecloths by Tabluxe Linens for their splashy colors and carefree durability — perfect for summer gatherings. Pair them with coordinating placemats or napkins to instantly set the tone for a festive brunch.
2. Clink in Color
Raise your glass in style — literally!
For Labor Day toasts, La Rochere colorful pressed-glass tumblers are a perfect pick. Sturdy enough for everyday use yet elegant enough for celebrations, these jewel-toned glasses catch the light beautifully. Whether you choose sunny amber, ocean blue, or fresh green, they bring a playful sophistication to your table and mix effortlessly with patterned linens or bold serveware.
3. Appetizers That Delight
Start with a cheese board that’s both timeless and modern.
The Nambe Cheese Block with Knife & Spreader is a conversation-starter on its own — warm acacia wood meets sleek stainless-steel accents for a striking contrast. Arrange cheeses, seasonal fruits, and olives in clusters; the built-in knife slot keeps everything neat and ready to serve.
4. Serveware That Pops
When you want pieces that are as practical as they are beautiful, go for the Guzzini Dolcevita Serving Tray in Turquoise. Crafted in Italy from renewable bio-based plastic, it’s lightweight, shatter-resistant, and irresistibly vibrant — perfect for carrying drinks, hors d’oeuvres, or desserts in style.
5. Grab ’n’ Go Serving Tools
Function meets elegance with the Andre Verdier Laguiole Debutant Salad Servers.
Hand-crafted in France, these ivory-handled servers feature the signature Laguiole bee and stainless-steel bolsters. Use them to plate a fresh watermelon-feta salad or as quick-grab tools on your charcuterie spread. They look refined, feel balanced, and make serving effortless.
6. Cozy Up with Coffee or Tea
Wind down your brunch with a warm sip.
Serve espresso in the Bialetti Arte Espresso Cups, whose black-and-white patterns bring an artistic pop to your table. For a more relaxed cup of tea or a latte, the Guzzini Feeling Mug in Mediterranean Blue adds a soft, coastal touch to your place setting.
That last cup — paired with good conversation — is the perfect way to close out the day.
7. Pro Tips for Playful Brunch Vibes
Mix and match colors – Combine bright glassware with patterned linens for an effortless layered look.
Layer textures – Pair cloth napkins with woven placemats or a rustic serving board.
Keep it breezy – Choose break-resistant serveware when kids or poolside seating are in the mix.