Let's Horse Around

{ Via: Vogue }

So many reasons to celebrate in the next few weeks. In honor of The Kentucky Derby, We are off to the races with all the horsey things.  Think the perfect hat and dress, a run for the roses cake, and a recipe for an authentic mint julep. May your horse win!

Derby Details

This Etsy shop has many clever choices for all of your themed parties!

Design Hivery

Needlepoint Pillow

And why should you?

Furbish Studio

Jockey Party Napkins & Cups

Perfect for your Derby Day Party!

Get them at ...

Etsy or Two Funny Girls

Roses Cake

What to bring to the party?  A Run For The Roses Chocolate Cake! And everyone will. Ships For Free.

Gold Belly

Chantecaille Cheek Shade

Besides being beautiful, this shade in "joy" is part of the brand's Philanthropy collection. $2.20 of the purchase price goes to the American Wild Horse Campaign. But how fun will it be to check your makeup at the Derby with this magic mirror?

Chantecaille 

Party Napkins

I just couldn't resist these cheeky napkins. They have so many fun finds for parties.

En Fete

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Daytime Dresses

Silvia Tcherassi's colorful dresses are picture perfect for race day. Go ahead show your stripes

Saks Fifth Avenue

Wide Brim Floppy Hat
Nothing silly about this hat, just fabulous size and color. It would look fab with the dresses above. P.S. it's affordable.

San Diego Hat Company

Hermes Serving Platter

If you really want to put on a dog and pony show, serve your appetizers on this artful platter.

Bergdorf Goodman

Woodford Reserve Mint Julep Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Woodford Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• ½ oz Woodford Reservve Mint Julep Cocktail Syrup
• 3 fresh mint leaves
• Crushed Ice

Instructions:

1. Express the essential oils in the mint by rubbing them inside a julep cup or a rocks glass. To the same glass, add simple syrup, bourbon, and crushed ice. Stir.
2. Garnish with more crushed ice, a sprig of fresh mint, and dust with powdered sugar, if desired.

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Hats Off To Spring

All Things Equestrian Chic

With the 141st Run For The Roses, The Kentucky Derby, this Saturday, I am in a horsey mood. Not so very long ago, "Mr. Shop This" and I were racehorse owners ourselves. It is a very exciting sport with highs and lows. We won many races and lost some, too.  To this day, we still love a good race, a beautiful horse, a little hors'n around and all things equestrian chic!

HERE: An Equestrian Chic Collection

Jonathan Adler Luxembourg Horse Trinket Box
A well appointed decor accessory and home for your stylish jewelry and keepsakes.
Bloomingdales

Horse Bit Stud Earrings
Gold accessories are a good bet as a gift for Mom and college coeds.
Henri Bendel

Connor Mandarin Engraved Notecard Set
I have a set of these cards. They are luxe and ever so lovely. Many other icons available including letters.
Barneys New York

Cavalleria Toscana
Talk about style in the saddle! The very definition of "Equestrian Chic," this entire outfit can be found in one place at
Net-a-Porter

Fendi Casa Villa Borghese Pillows
Have you ever visited a Fendi Casa store? It's a trip into a luxury world of the highest end decor. This plush pillow is an elegant example of the style and quality of the brand.
Saks Fifth Avenue

Hold Your Horses Teepee
Whoa! Wild horses won't be able to keep your little one from pitching this tent. Waterproof for outdoors and decorative enough for an indoor fort.
AHAlife

Uno The Horse Print By Kari Herer
"This limited edition print was created in honor of Kaitlyn's Foundation, an organization in Texas that supports special needs children of military families who use horses for therapy - one of those horses being Uno. Our favorite part? A portion of the proceeds is donated to the foundation."
Anthropologie

Piers Atkinson
This English beauty is inspired by one of England's favorite pastimes – gardening.  The perfect hat for a lovely day at the races!
Net-a-Porter

Gilded Window Bench 
A vintage piece that is really striking. I can imagine how it might look with the seat covered in a black and gold Hermes scarf.
One Kings Lane

Moon and Lola Danbury Horseshoe Necklace
The perfect layering piece for a bit of fashionable good luck.
Zhush

Lauren Home Equestrian Braid Tray
Inspired by the leather bridles of show horses, this tray serves up style in any room of the home. 
Ralph Lauren

Gucci Crocodile Horsebit Loafer
This shoe has become a classic in men's loafers.
Gucci

Maggie Tote
American made and luxe leather tote is accented with a horse hair tassel. By Oliveve.
Free People

Gucci Blanket Throw
This wool and cashmere throw is gorgeous featuring horse stitches and fringe. It has been reduced by 60% for a limited time!
Bluefly

The Early Times Mint Julep Recipe

2 cups sugar
2 cups water
Sprigs of fresh mint
Crushed ice
Early Times Kentucky Whisky

Silver Julep Cups

Cheers. May Your Horse Win!

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