Host the Event

Host the Event specialises in curated table decor hire that makes entertaining effortless. Based in South Africa and serving Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban and other major cities nationwide, the team delivers fully styled tablescapes straight to the door. Their original tablescape in a box concept brings together design-led pieces so the table looks cohesive and considered without the hours of sourcing, styling or storage.

The service is tailored for intimate gatherings of 4 to 20 guests. Each box contains four complete place settings, and hosts simply choose the number of boxes to match their guest list. Every setting includes crockery and glassware along with linen and colourful candles, with the option to add a tablecloth. Packed in a custom-designed box and planned for a two to three course dinner at home, it gives hosts everything they need to set a beautiful table with minimal effort.

Rent the Look is the brand’s fully curated option. Each collection combines unique elements and handmade details to deliver an elevated, cohesive aesthetic in a single booking. The looks are assembled to impress while taking the guesswork out of styling. Customers receive a complete tablescape that works together by design, then add flowers, food and their own personal touches.

For those who prefer to tailor the details, Curate Your Own is available to clients in Cape Town. This flexible hire option lets hosts build a bespoke table setting from the rental inventory, which includes cutlery, dinner plates, side plates, bowls, placemats, wine glasses and tumblers. It is traditional tableware with a twist, offering creative combinations that reflect the brand’s playful yet polished approach to dining design.

A commitment to local creativity runs through the collection. Many pieces are crafted by a pool of talented South African ceramic designers, bringing texture, colour and character to each place setting. The result is a mix of handmade touches and thoughtful pairings that feel both contemporary and rm. Their curated tablescapes have also been featured in well loved South African publications, underscoring the brand’s design-led point of view.

Founded in 2021 by Jen Leigh tkins, who has a background in fashion, design and PR in both the UK and South Africa, Host the Event is built on the idea of working smarter, not harder. Every item in the hire range is hand selected to make hosting at home more enjoyable. Alongside the rental service, there is an online shop with table decor for those who nt to dress their table with pieces to keep, complementing the hire offering with a buy-to-own option.

Whether choosing a ready made look or building a custom mix, Host the Event provides a streamlined route to a beautifully set table. With nationwide delivery for curated tablescapes and a flexible pick-and-mix option in Cape Town, the business serves hosts who nt their gatherings to feel special, stylish and stress free.

Host the Event offers curated table decor hire services across South Africa, making hosting effortless and enjoyable. Their collection features unique pieces crafted by local designers, ensuring a vibrant and creative table setting for any occasion.