Light the Way
Of all the elements to arrange atop the table, Nicola’s default accessory is a stockpile of candles. From twinkling tea lights to opulent tapers fitted into antique holders, the soft flicker of light scattered across the room makes all the difference when hosting friends or family, no matter the time of day. “It certainly sets the tone for any occasion,” she says. Silver candleholders are a versatile option, and a collector’s stash of egg cups can effortlessly function as a vessel for smaller candles. Additionally, glass votives, an item found in anyone’s hutch, enable smaller setting to feel more open, with unobstructed views of the beauty all around.
Text Kassidy Abernathy
Photography and Styling Nicola Bathie McLaughlin
To learn more about entrepreneur Nicola Bathie McLaughlin and tour her San Antonio interiors, see “Hidden Gem” in the March/April 2023 issue, available on newsstands and at victoriamag.com. Shop Nicola Bathie Jewelry and follow her on Instagram.
