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5 Charleston‑Inspired Tips for an Instagram‑Ready Holiday Table

5 Charleston‑Inspired Tips for an Instagram‑Ready Holiday Table

Heirloom recipes anchor holiday traditions, and Charleston’s rich culinary heritage comes alive when friends and family gather around the table. From hot‑from‑the‑oven cheese straws at cocktail parties to the tradition of eating collard greens on New Year’s Day—believed to bring prosperity—food is central to the charm of a Charleston Christmas.

One of the Lowcountry’s most cherished rituals is gathering around the table to celebrate the holidays with loved ones. That’s why we asked Tara Guérard, the award‑winning event planner behind Tara Guérard Soirée, for her top Charleston‑style holiday‑table tips. Scroll down for décor inspiration!

  1. Choose pillar candles with a seasonal fragrance to set a festive mood—keep them away from the dining area so the scent doesn’t overwhelm the food.
  2. Small touches make a world of difference. Cut sprigs from your tree garland to tie on gifts, napkins, and at the base of candlesticks.
  3. Create personalized place cards. Pin a paper name tag to an orange, pear, or apple and set it on each place setting.
  4. Celebrate with music. A soundtrack like “A Charlie Brown Christmas” adds timeless cheer.
  5. For an eclectic, layered tabletop, mix pottery, porcelain, and glassware in a unified color palette—white always works beautifully.

What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Make this season unforgettable and join us in #ChristmasInCharleston.

5 Charleston‑Inspired Tips for an Instagram‑Ready Holiday Table 5 Charleston‑Inspired Tips for an Instagram‑Ready Holiday Table


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