If you're anything like me, you likely have dozens of scrunchies scattered all over your home. They're an ideal hair accessory, for sure. But what if I told you they could be more than that? That's right. This summer, we're turning scrunchies into the hottest new table accessory.
How, you ask? Well, scrunchies are decorative elastics, so naturally they wrap around anything and add a bit of style. That means you could substitute them in for napkin rings at a dinner party, to tastefully set your table, or even loop them around the base of your wine glasses, so guests know which glass is which. What about styling them around a tealight candle as a playful votive? The options are endless.
And as much as I'd like to take credit for this brilliant idea, it was actually Livingetc's interiors editor Emma Breislin who you need to thank. "I saw it in a homewares store on a recent trip to Paris, and I was awe-struck," she told me. "It's always the simplest ideas that are the best, and it's bound to impress even the most discerning guest."
Now, if your scrunchie collection isn't quite up to scratch, I've found some sweet, French-inspired scrunchies that would make the perfect styling piece for your next summer dinner soirée.
Lean into the ever-lovely coquette aesthetic with this frilly scrunchie. It features a brown gingham inner ring and is complete with a pretty pink and red frill trim — perfect for adding some color to your tablescape. To keep it clean after each use, handwash this scrunchie in cold water and lay it flat to dry.
No pattern screams summer more than stripes — especially stripes in yellow and blue. This scrunchie could totally enhance your summer tablescape as a napkin ring prior to the dinner party, and as a wine glass decoration after the festivities have begun.
Hosting a garden party? Decorate your table with scrunchies to match the aesthetic of the outdoors. This 100% silk style comes in a charming olive green color with a subtle brown trim and will perfectly complement the natural environment around you.
In need of butter yellow decor that can accent your table and your hair? Here's the answer — this stylish butter yellow scrunchie. Its crisp taffeta fabrication will add some texture to your tablescape and its bright color will put a smile on all of your guest's faces.
This scrunchie is large, and features two layers of fabric to give it more shape. From its brown and white stripe pattern to its green trim, this scrunchie is bound to add some excitement to your tablescape — regardless of how you use it.
If you can't get enough of the animal print decorating trend, continue it onto your tablescape with this leopard-printed scrunchie. Made from lightweight crepe de chine, this scrunchie will delicately and stylishly accent your napkins or wine glass.
This scrunchie is big. It's a lot larger than your typical scrunchie, which is why I think it's ideal for table decor. Because of its wide rim, I wouldn't use it as a napkin ring — instead, I'd consider this as an accent decoration to a floral centerpiece, or even a makeshift charger to complement a serving bowl or side plate.
A classic linen scrunchie will always look good — both on your table and in your hair. This style could be the perfect enhancement to a minimalist table. Because of its muted color and small size, it won't draw attention to itself, but it'll nonetheless dress your napkins or wine glasses with elegance.
From their fresh blue and white colorway to their playful double stripe design, these scrunchies are ideal for a summer soiree. Made from soft and crisp cotton, this scrunchie duo will add some volume to your table and tastefully enhance its summertime look.
Want to know another clever trick to enhance your table setting? Enter: wine bottle candle holders — a chic and smart way to make use of all the empties.
