Spotted After Dark
A little leopard. A lot of drama. All dressed up for the evening.
Who says dinner parties have to stick to traditional colors?
Meet Spotted After Dark; a layout built on rich black velvet, warm amber glassware, and chocolate brown accents. It’s equal parts sophisticated and a little daring.
The stars of the show are the tortoiseshell glasses and custom 12-inch leopard-print pillar candles; personalized with an elegant black script initial (available to order through Elegant Embers). Leopard print is used sparingly here; there’s a fine line between a statement piece and an accidental safari.
Textured black scalloped plates, chocolate velvet napkins tied with delicate leopard ribbon, and sleek gold flatware complete each place setting. Down the center, natural moss balls, woven rattan spheres, and soft touches of eucalyptus balance out the darker tones. Amber glass hurricanes cast a warm glow, while the initialed candles tie the centerpiece together with a luxurious, personal touch.
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Black Velvet Tablecloth
The foundation of the entire design. Start with a floor-length black velvet tablecloth. The soft texture creates a rich backdrop for the amber glassware and warm brown accents. Keep the fabric smooth but let it fall naturally over the edges. Velvet does most of the decorating for you. Styling tip: A lint roller is your new best friend. Black velvet has a special talent for collecting things you didn't know existed.
Black Ceramic Dinner Plate
One plate. Plenty of personality. Skip the traditional stacks of dinnerware and use a single textured black scalloped plate at each setting. The irregular edges add dimension, while the matte finish contrasts with the soft velvet tablecloth. Styling tip: These plates look especially beautiful when paired with warm metallic flatware. No extra chargers necessary.
