PERFECT 10

A Night In

by Karla Martinez de Salas

Marc Jacobs Blazer

Inspired by the dinner party she hosted this past weekend, W’s Fashion Market and Accessories Director Karla Martinez de Salas picks her 10 must-haves for chic and comfy entertaining at home.

1

After my wedding I swore I would never plan seating again, but this Anya Hindmarch organizer is so fun I had to make an exception.

Anya Hindmarch Dunstone seating arrangement, $650, anyahindmarch.com.

2

The new king of eveningwear makes a cozy-chic ensemble that is perfect for a night in with friends.

Juan Carlos Obando top, $650, and pant, $650, thecorner.com.

3

A kitten heel looks elegant but allows for plenty of running around the house preparing for guests.

Saint Laurent, $795, yvessaintlaurent.com.

4

After the candle burns out, the containers are beautiful enough to keep.

Fornasetti candle, $165, aedes.com.

5

I am crazy for Martino Gamper’s designs. This coaster is an accessible way to incorporate his aesthetic into a party.

Martino Gamper, $22, martinogamper.com.

6

A Victorian-inspired shift dress is a great spring piece—but perhaps best for nights when you hire someone else to do the cooking.

Veronique Branquinho, $808, thecorner.com.

7

Multicolored glasses are a festive touch.

MOMA, $95, momastore.org.

8

Two of my favorite artists have collaborated on inventive tablecloths that fit any budget.

Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari table cloths, $38, momastore.org.

9

I plan on wearing this jacket—one of my favorites of the season—to all sorts of parties this spring.

Marc Jacobs, $4495, mytheresa.com.

10

Beautiful and practical, this match-striker is a fun accent on the dining table.

Aerin matchstriker, $190, aerin.com.