{"id":175075,"date":"2022-06-05T15:00:08","date_gmt":"2022-06-05T22:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/?p=175075"},"modified":"2022-06-19T15:32:29","modified_gmt":"2022-06-19T22:32:29","slug":"aesthetic-picnic-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/aesthetic-picnic-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Aesthetic Picnic Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the weather becomes warmer and the sun shines longer, it\u2019s hard <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">not <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to spend more time outdoors. Fortunately, you can take advantage of this yummy time of year by gathering your friends for a truly Insta-worthy get-together\u2014an aesthetically pleasing picnic in the park.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A picture-perfect picnic setup is pretty easy to put together. This guide will walk you through our top five aesthetic picnic tips and ideas to help you plan a beautiful and memorable outing that you and your friends can post about all year long.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Tip #1: Find Your Perfect Picnic Oasis<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re planning a romantic picnic or a picnic party with your friends, the location says it all. Your picturesque picnic requires an awe-worthy spot. But the right place for your event will depend on the look you\u2019re going for. Some of our favorite pairings include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flower-filled gardens for an elegant picnic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tree-lined parks for a rustic picnic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beachside spots for a summery picnic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secluded wooded nooks a fairytale picnic\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you decide what you want the vibe of your picnic to be, you can choose a spot that matches that aesthetic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>What Should You Look for In a Picnic Spot?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of your chosen outdoor picnic aesthetic, you can help ensure a fun, comfortable, and carefree experience if you look for the following when choosing your location:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flat ground, free from rocks and roots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nearby parking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good lighting for photos<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy access to bathrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Natural elements that support your aesthetic<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Tip #2: Make It Comfy <i>and <\/i>Stylish<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any spot you choose will need a little dressing up to make it special. We advise keeping the picnic setup simple since you don\u2019t want to have to haul a bunch of items from your car to the spot.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead, opt for the essentials, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A large, decorative picnic blanket with room for everyone. We love the wide variety of looks available through Society6.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A classic picnic basket to carry your snacks, along with a cooler to keep bubbly Proseccos and sweet roses at the perfect temperature.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few brightly-colored pillows for added comfort and style.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These picnic must-haves will ensure both comfort and style, and won\u2019t require multiple trips to your car.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Tip #3: Pack a Colorful Menu<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Along with comfy and stylish decor, you\u2019ll also need light finger food, snacks, and drinks. Fortunately, you can keep your menu simple while still crafting a beautiful spread with:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruit and veggie trays for vibrant color<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charcuterie board for easy and delicious snacking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fresh bread for dipping<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tasty desserts for a truly indulgent experience\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wine, water, beer, and sparkling juices\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep it colorful and simple with a strawberry salad or get creative with your cheese and wine. But most of all, Make sure to pack all of your refrigerated foods and drinks into your cooler to keep them fresh.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Tip #4: Don\u2019t Forget Utensils and Dishes<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t forget to pack the utensils and dishes in your picnic basket! You can add both aesthetically pleasing and practical pieces to your picnic with the right utensils, plates, bowls, and glasses. We recommend staying environmentally friendly and replacing disposable items with:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wooden serving utensils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forks, knives, and spoons in classic silver (or elegant gold)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Real plates, bowls, and glasses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloth napkins<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The style of each of these items is entirely up to you. Hosting a rustic-chic affair? Gather a collection of mismatched dishes and have everyone choose their favorite. Going for a more elegant vibe? Pack matching white china and clear glass stemware.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter what you decide, make sure to pack everything carefully to avoid breaking or damaging anything.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Tip #5: Stay Sun Safe<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But when an outdoor picnic is in plans, it&#8217;s beyond just the perfect wicker baskets and yummy food. Nothing can ruin a perfect day faster than sunburn. Keep yourself and your friends safe from the sun\u2019s rays with these important picnic must-haves:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Patterned umbrella<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 A pretty umbrella will help create an aesthetically pleasing atmosphere by brightening up your picnic spot. It\u2019ll also help keep you cool and shaded from the sun when your conversations run deep into the afternoon.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Wide-brimmed sun hats <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Make sun protection stylish by encouraging everyone to wear their favorite sun-shading hat. You\u2019ll all stay safe from harmful rays and look super cute in your photos. You can even hold a contest to decide who has the best hat in the group.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>SPF 30+ sunscreen<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Even with an umbrella and sun hat, you still need sunscreen. The CDC recommends an SPF of 30 or higher, especially between the sun\u2019s power hours of 10 AM and 4 PM.<sup>1<\/sup><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Bring the bottle with you for regular reapplications, and don\u2019t forget to add a lip balm with SPF to your bag too.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>FabFitFun: Your Source for Aesthetic Picnic Finds<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning a picnic that\u2019s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the stomach is a breeze when you add a few simple touches. Select the perfect spot, add stylish and comfortable decor, and bring a dazzling array of snacks. After that, all you have to do is grab the sunscreen, and you\u2019re ready to go.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re in charge of planning your group\u2019s next Insta-worthy outing, FabFitFun is your ideal source for cute picnic accessories. Our memberships can help you stock up on everything you need, including sun protection, picnic blankets, and adorable totes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/get-the-box\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sign up for a membership today<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Sources:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CDC. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sun Safety. <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/cancer\/skin\/basic_info\/sun-safety.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/cancer\/skin\/basic_info\/sun-safety.htm<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":"When the weather becomes warmer and the sun shines longer, it\u2019s hard not to spend ...","author":6479141,"featured_media":175076,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[268,260],"tags":[],"thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/19145840\/Aesthetic-Picnic-IdeasFT.jpg","thumbnail_url_middle_card":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/19145840\/Aesthetic-Picnic-IdeasFT-386x200.jpg","formated_date":"June 5, 2022","category_name":"Life","category_icon":"https:\/\/d3vodd1ws13xud.cloudfront.net\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/10113832\/entertainment.svg","author_name":"The FabFitFun Team","trending":false,"sponsored":false,"random_color":"#33f221","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/175075"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6479141"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=175075"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/175075\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/175076"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=175075"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=175075"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=175075"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}