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You’re Not Living Until You’ve Thrown a Cottagecore Tea Party Like This - Leaves of Leisure

You’re Not Living Until You’ve Thrown a Cottagecore Tea Party Like This

by Kalyna Chase in Blog

There’s something magical about gathering under the sun, surrounded by flowers, fresh fruit,  linens and lace, and the people you love most. Cottagecore isn’t just an aesthetic; it’s a lifestyle rooted in slowing down, savoring the simple, and celebrating beauty in everyday moments. And what better way to romanticize your weekend than with a tea party straight out of a storybook?

In this post, we’ll walk you through how to throw the dreamiest cottagecore tea party; from setting the scene to sipping something herbal and refreshing.

So grab your picnic basket, cue the soft playlist, and let’s plan your most enchanting tea party yet.

  1. Set the Scene: Whether you’re hosting indoors or in the garden, curating a soft, romantic atmosphere is key. Think pastel linens, fresh flowers in jars, and twinkling fairy lights. Add candles or a few vintage touches like teacups or lace doilies for charm. A cozy playlist—think acoustic, classical, or soft folk—sets the tone. Your goal? Make it feel like your guests just stepped into a storybook.

  2. Curate the Menu: Think delicate finger foods, seasonal fruit, and dreamy desserts like shortbread, lemon bars, or berry tarts. Include low- to no-caffeine tea blends to keep things light, herbal, and soothing.

  3. Serve a Refreshing Iced Mocktail: Looking for the perfect, wellness-centric, refreshment? Our Beets and Berries Wellness Cooler, made with our Road Trip blend, is guaranteed to please every guest. It’s not only delicious, it’s also caffeine-free and alcohol-free, making it the ideal sip for keeping the vibes peaceful, grounded, and chill.

  4. Add Whimsy with Decor: Thrifted teacups, lace doilies, old books, and fresh blooms make the dream come alive. Handwritten name cards, tea labels, or floral-stamped napkins add that extra charm.

  5. Create a Cozy Playlist: Set the mood with soft acoustic, instrumental folk, or classical garden tunes. It should feel gentle, ambient, and romantic. 

  6. Plan a Little Activity: Keep things low-key and lovely: a journaling moment, flower pressing, tarot reading, poetry swap, or just cloud-watching on a blanket. Cottagecore is all about slow joy and connection.

  7. Dress the Part: Encourage guests to wear flowy dresses, straw hats, soft cardigans, or anything that feels romantic and relaxed. Bonus points for linen, ruffles, and baskets filled with books or blooms.

  8. Send Guests Home with a Token: Wrap a tea sachet in a bit of ribbon, give out mini flower bouquets, or write a little handwritten note. A tiny keepsake adds to the magic and makes it unforgettable.

A Cottagecore tea party is all about slowing down, savoring simple pleasures, and celebrating everyday beauty with the people you love (and a really good cup of tea). This summer, carve out a little time to create the dreamy, joy-filled gathering you’ve been imagining.

Tried the recipe or threw your own cozy tea party? We’d love to see it! Tag us @leisureteas on Instagram—we’re always swooning over your softest, most romantic moments. 

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