Shop July 15, 2022

5 party-theme ideas and how to style them, including the 'CrustaceanCore' trend

Anthropologie August Wren Lobster Bake Napkins
Anthropologie August Wren Lobster Bake Napkins

Hosting a themed party means dressing up and transforming your space for friends and family.

This summer, we’re considering our own at-home parties and the essentials we’ll need to pull it all off.

Some themes we love include a garden party, a beach-themed party, and – per the latest trends – a Crustacean-themed party.

According to Etsy, "CrustaceanCore" is going viral; people are searching Etsy for lobster prints 112% more than this time last year.

“Reminiscent of seaside memories, the crustacean trend is becoming a mainstay amongst shoppers this summer. The trend comes hot off the heels of the coastal grandma aesthetic – we like to think of it as coastal grandma’s bolder, brighter younger sister,” Etsy’s Trend Expert, Dayna Isom Johnson, says.

Johnson says it’s easy to incorporate this trend into your tablescape:

“To create a whimsical yet elevated display, pair smaller, punchy details – like lobster-patterned napkins or shell-shaped dishes – with evergreen tabletop staples,” she says. “I also suggest opting for crustacean motifs in colorways that accentuate the existing tabletop decor for a seamless look that feels intentional. But most importantly, don’t be afraid to get playful – this fun trend is the perfect opportunity for shoppers to express their personal style.”

Shop this trend and more below to create your ultimate summer party!

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CrustaceanCore

August Wren Lobster Platter

Price: $70.40 · 20% Savings
From Anthropologie

Original: $88

August Wren Lobster Bake Napkins, Set of 4

Price: $22.40 · 20% Savings
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Original: $28

August Wren Lobster Bake Dish Towel

Price: $17.60 · 20% Savings
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Original: $22

Crow Canyon Home x Weston Table Crab Enamelware Oval Platter

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Anthropologie Marina Glass

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Nantucket Natural Baking Shells, Set of 4

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Etsy LuxelaByVictoria Gold coral napkin rings

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Kernworks Etsy Lobster Napkins set of 6 100% cotton

Price: $26.75 · From Etsy

Etsy HimmelbergHome Red Lobster Embroidered White Linen Placemats

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H&M Cotton Tablecloth

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Birch Lane Diorio Coral Décor Sculpture

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Original: $72

Etsy BadgerandBirchShop Single recycled oyster shell and gold candle

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Garden party

Anthropologie Ginerva Table Runner

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Etsy LinenMeStore Large Check Washed Linen tablecloth in Natural Green Check

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Terrain Queen Annes Lace Ceramic Pitcher

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Anthropologie Mini Reactive Glazed Latte Bowls, Set of 4

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Anthropologie Dagny Monogram Mug

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Original: $14

Villeroy & Boch Boston Highball Glasses, Set of 4

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H&M 25-pack Paper Napkins

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Etsy DreamDecorIdeas Botanical Table Napkins

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Sur La Table Caspari French Floral Cocktail Napkins, Set Of 20

Price: $7 · From Sur La Table

Rosy Rings Floral Press Candle

Price: $32 · From Anthropologie

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All-white party

Etsy tablethreadsAU Milk Table Runner

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Sur La Table Chateau Full White Wine Glass

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Sur La Table Bistro 24-Piece Dinnerware Set

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H&M Round Cotton Placemat

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H&M Round Marble Serving Board

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Gracie Oaks 15.25'' Tabletop Lantern

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Terrain Bleached Fern Bunch

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Etsy LumbervilleCandleCo Summer Linen Soy Candle

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Wayfair Parvati Indoor/Outdoor Lumbar Pillow (Set of 2)

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Fruits & Vegetables

Etsy MadeInTarrio Strawberry Tablecloth

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Williams Sonoma Insalata Table Runner

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Sur La Table Embroidered Lemon Napkins, Set Of 4

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Etsy SimplyMarconi Fruit Beer Can Glass

Price: $18.99 to $79.99 · From Etsy

Sophistiplate Lemons Paper Dinner Plates, Set of 16

Price: $13 · From Bloomingdale's

Farmers Market Tomatoes Serving Bowl, 12.5"

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Walmart Windfall Silicone Drink Coasters

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Terrain Colorful Glass Tumbler

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Martha Stewart’s Fruit Desserts

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P.F. CANDLE CO. Soft Focus Scented Candle in Citrus

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Beach theme

West Elm Summer Activities Wood Tray

Price: $29.99 · 50% Savings
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Original: $60

West Elm Summer Activities Acrylic Drinking Glasses (Set of 4)

Price: $19.99 · 50% Savings
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Original: $40

West Elm Cabana Stripe Placemats (Set of 2)

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West Elm Fluted Acrylic Drinking Glasses, Set of 4

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Terrain Rattan 2-Drink Caddy

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H&M Patterned Cushion Cover

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Anthroplogie Recycled Aviva Pitcher

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