HAPPY HOUR

Luxe up those libations and evening soirees with these stylish suggestions, says SAM WYLIE-HARRIS

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WHEN it comes to at-home entertaining, who doesn’t love to bring a little luxury to the table... or should we say bar?

Think ‘cork and fork’ parties, recreating a wine-tasting experi-ence at home, or a cool corner where budding mixologists can rus-tle up a cocktail.

The joy of fixing your own drinks and styling out some five-star treatment for friends or family can be a taste of the high life... and a fix-ture in the social diary, as opposed to a fleeting moment.

The boutique hotel look

"There's no reason why entertaining at home can’t feel as sophisticated as enjoy-ing cocktails in an elegant hotel," highlights Daniel Smith, founder of furniture brand Danetti.

“Invest in key pieces like bar stools, which work on a practical level whilst injecting some glamour into your very own happy hour at home.”