Tea Party Bridal Shower

I did a bridal shower for a dear friend of mine. Her shower was at the end of May and we wanted something more Spring/Summer for her. The bridal party had decided on three different themes - Asian, Tea Party or Chic. I know, all very different!!! Luckily, one of the diligent bridal party members found a fabulous tea cup and saucer set from Anthropologie. We thought it would be perfect and emulated the bride's personality well since she loves good teas and appreciates a beautiful afternoon chatting with her friends. Initially my thought was to have a traditional afternoon tea theme, with fine china and roses, etc. However after much hunting around we found elements that would make for a modern tea party. 

Room set up - We had two 6' long tables and 15 chairs.  The tablecloth is a light champagne. I laid a magenta table runner then added a tiffany blue chair sash over it to incorporate both colors. White chivaris with green chair ties and modern green vases tied everything nicely together. 

Tea cup and saucer set - we had blue and green alternating sets. I also found printed square plates and paired them together with coordinating linens, napkins and chairs. 

Printed plate up close. These colors were the inspiration for the table cloths. It's hard to tell but in person the colors are hot pink, tiffany blue and lime green. 

Food table 

We did keep some traditions for afternoon tea such as the tiered stands, finger sandwiches and scones.