Accessories For Alfresco Entertaining

Hope that you all had a marvelous Mother's Day. Next ~  it's time to get ready for Memorial Day, the unofficial start to summer. We will head outdoors to play, catch some sun, and eat! This post will have you set for summer!

Gingham Melamine Accent Plates

These are a bright idea!   Blue and white is always a crisp and clean choice.

Ballard Designs

Rattan Turtle Bowl

The adorable accessory that you never knew you needed. Juliska has amazing alfresco ideas. It's fabulous for flowers, fruit, or rolled up napkins on the patio table.

Neiman Marcus

Boho Summer Plates

Bright in blue and white. They are boho beautiful, with a modern vibe. Save 15% with Code: SHOPTHIS15

My Mind In AI at Etsy

Shibori Napkin Set
These will add a pop of pattern to any table setting! Save 15% with Code: SHOPTHIS15

My Mind In AI at Etsy

Super Chill Insulated Bowl

No more worries about heat and your salads. It's a striking server that is practical, too. On sale for two days only.

Frontgate

Carpe Diem Goldyn Collection

Almost too pretty to use. Also available in pink and black. I have ordered from this Etsy shop before. You will love the quick shipping and chic collection. They are BPA free plastic and disposable.

Pret a Party NY

Juliska Acrylic Glassware

It will be hard to find glassware any lovelier than these. Several sizes available. Ships for free from..

Horchow

Juliska Sophia Dinnerware & Linens

This pattern is truly garden party perfect! Virtually unbreakable melamine. They are gorgeous!

Bloomingdale's

Monique Lhuillier Claudia Melamine

Fashion for your outdoor table. Just like her clothing designs, these pretty plates are elegant. Sold in sets.

Pottery Barn

Lucia Acrylic Glasses

There's nothing more enjoyable than a cool cocktail or beverage sitting outside.  These come in three sizes.
Anthropologie

Nammos Print Linens
I just love the easy breeziness of a table cloth on an outdoor table. Furbish Studio's prints are all so wonderfully whimsical. Any one of them will be a summer show stopper!

Furbish Studio

Gibson Tropical Sway Set

Yikes stripes! This set of 12 plates is festive and fun. It's on sale for under $40!

Target

Riviera Acrylic Glasses

Here's a striking set of six that are anything but boring. Don't be afraid to mix and match the colors. Save 25% now and get Free Shipping. 

Frontgate

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Summer Style Steals

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There are so many beautiful buys right now, it makes my head spin. This edit features some of the best for the home, yourself, men, and kids. Enjoy the shopping spree!

Cult Gaia Simona Dress

Lovely in a linen blend. The sleeves are everything! Also available in a deep pretty pink.

Cult Gaia

Fluted Acrylic Glassware

I own these in the grey and they are great. A year old now and they look like new. Now on sale and highly recommended! Very affordable and ship for free.

West Elm

Train Long Sleeve Tee Shirt

Mr. Shop This would wear one of the three colors available every day. This tee shirt is guaranteed to stay cool, dry, and fresh, even while working out.

Banana Republic

Personalized Accessories

This Etsy shop features everything a girl could want for a Girls Night In, Bachelorette parties, bridesmaids, brides-to-be, and more. It's fun and affordable, especially at 25% off!

Mod Party

BR Baby & Toddler Styles
You will find, pima cotton, linen, and cashmere in the sweetest styles. Affordable tiny finery.

Banana Republic

Pacifica Swivel Chair

With a fresh spin, the Pacifica Chair offers style and comfort. Everything on the website is marked down up to 40%. This chair is now 25% off.
Serena and Lily

Bibi Lou Aoi Heels

I have been eyeing these for months. These charming kitten heels come in six colors and patterns. They were $180. Now on Sale or $129.95. But with an extra 40% off at checkout, they become $78! 

Anthropologie

Mini Madeline Earrings

These butterflies aren't free, but they sure are beautiful and certainly a style steal at up to 80% off. So much to love at this Sample Sale!

Mignone Gavigan

Clean Beauty at Credo
Save 20% on the largest collection of safe clean beauty online. You will find Westman Atelier, Osea, Tata Harper, and more. I am excited about the Westman Atelier, as you never see that on sale.

Credo Beauty

Alexis Bittar Bracelets

There really isn't a bracelet or earring that this designer creates that I don't love. These chunky Lucite bracelets paired with the gold are just fabulous! When you are there, check out the bags, too, Very chic! Everything is 20% off at checkout.

Alexis Bittar

Hotel Lobby Candles

I am intrigued by this brand of candles. They have been written up by Vogue, The New York Times, and Conde Nast. My favorite hotels always smell so luxe and inviting in the lobby, just like these do. Loving the pretty packaging, which makes them so lovely to gift. The scents sound heavenly. Save 20% with Code: JULY4

Hotel Lobby Candle

Murielle Tumbled Leather Tote

Effortless Elegance. Add a pop of sunshine to your outfit with this bag which features the perfect balance of slouchy structure. Love that bamboo hanger. Save $200 now.

Frances Valentine

Sicily Melamine Dinnerware

Alfresco meals with an Italian flair. 

Williams Sonoma

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Alfresco Entertaining Essentials

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In the Hudson Valley, we have had a run of delicious days in the 70's. Cocktails have been enjoyed on the terraces! I look forward to entertaining all summer long. It's so much more enjoyable when you have a few entertaining essentials on hand. Disposable cotton napkins, acrylic martini glasses, and so much more are chic components to your alfresco fun.

DuraClear® Tritan Outdoor Drinkware Collection

Create colorful cocktails with these stylish sets of six. Best yet, they won't break, crack, cloud or discolor. Dishwasher safe!

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Williams Sonoma

Woven Palm Charger

Crafted from palm fibers, these colorful chargers will add a pop of color to your garden party.

 Terrain

Herringbone Bamboo

Nothing can ruin an alfresco happy hour than watching the ants come marching in. Keep the bugs at bay with these good looking covers.

Terrain

Alabaster Serving Boards

Bright boards will get the party started indoors or out. Aren't they fabulous?

Shop Terrain

My DAP Cotton Napkins On A Roll

Just because you are serving alfresco, doesn't mean you lost your sense of style. Now you can be a little fancy outside. These napkins come in every color under the sun. They are washable and reusable. I love my grey DAPS. But in full disclosure, I find that you do have to iron them after washing. Love them, though.

Amazon

Del Sole Melamine Dinner Plates

Dress your table with festive flair! Inspired by hand painted earthenware patterns, these prints play well together.

Pottery Barn

Juliska Melamine Servers

One of the Juliska's best selling patterns, Berry & Thread, is now made in dishwasher safe servers. Bring a little something to mom on Mother's Day, and gift her with the platter.

Neiman Marcus

Marimekko Cooler Bag

What a good looking bag! It will add a pop of color to any outdoor party.Take the insulated bag on a picnic, to an outdoor concert, or just on your balcony or patio. Ships for free.

West Elm

Mario Luca Giusti Acrylic Drinkware
This brand really designs the prettiest non breakable outdoor drinkware. I have always admired it. Now it is on sale for 30% off, it is very tempting. See all of the styles at....

Horchow

Wicker & Leather Serving Tray

This is one stunning server. The acrylic insert keeps everything stable, and oh so stylish. Perfect for monogramming. It's nicely marked down today.

Mark and Graham

Water Color Abstract Plastic Plate Set

Kate McEnroe NY'S Etsy shop is filled with pretty things. I especially love the tabletop section. 

Etsy

Happy Hour Acrylic Martini Glasses

Love these. They will be good to have around even if you aren't a martini drinker. A guest or two will appreciate a glass just for them. On sale now for $5.99 at

Pottery Barn

Marin Serving Bowl

Salad. Pasta. Fruit. What couldn't you put inside this matte black bowl? Also available in three other colors. It's on sale now at

Crate and Barrel

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Home Sale Standouts

 If you are like me, you have most of what you need at home. But it is always fun to fill in with a little something new, especially if it is on sale. This roundup of fab finds is almost guilt free! It's a great time of the year to shop sales for the home. Here's what I loved.

Tassel Trim Indoor Outdoor Pillows

Pillows are a such a quick and affordable way to change up your space. These are basic but yet very chic with the tassel trim. The four colors are perfect! 

Pottery Barn

Godinger Dinnerware Set

I own this set. They are just beautiful, and perfect with my granite countertops.

Bloomingdale's

Waffle Weave Bath Mat

A bath mat is such a thoughtful touch to a shower or bathtub, especially in the guest bath. Your friends and family really don't want to put your nice towels on the floor. These are nicely priced.

Pottery Barn

Carrara Marble &Metal Bowl

How beautiful! Perfect for the island. Fill it with fruit, nuts, or bonbons. Save $125. 

Saks Fifth Avenue 

Pols Potten Bubbles & Bottles Set

Where couldn't you use these? You get all four. Group them together or use them individually throughout your space. Save over $100.

Amara

Eyelash Belgium Linen Coverlet & Shams

Simple and pure luxury. Designed by Chicagoan, Kara Mann. The fringe is everything!

CB2

GreenPan Healthy Non Stick Cookware

I have a few pieces and love them. They are really beautiful! (more colors and styles available) But most important, they are non toxic, making them the healthiest cookware around. Save 40% Sitewide with Code: FRIEND40

GreenPan

Mid Century Bar Cart
Save $200 on this "must have" server for entertainers. It's so mad men good!

West Elm

Brass and Bone Floor Mirror

Loving the subtle dimension and shine to this style. Save almost $200 now.

West Elm

Steamer Lane Two-Tone Wood Baby Crib

Created in collaboration with the designers at Domino, this design is an instant classic. It's $400 off now. Best yet, you can easily convert it from crib to toddler bed to daybed.

Crate and Kids

Rosewood Placemats

Crafted from sustainable and repurposed sources of teak and rosewood, these mats are so unique! Perfect for your rustic lake home, a farm table, or just for a casual setting.

Macy's

Wade Woven Chair with Cushion

How very cute are these chairs? The side table is on sale, too. Save $200 on the chairs.

Ballard Designs

Cafe Folding Table

I can think of many uses for this darling table - indoors or out. Save $70 now.

Ballard Designs

Marin Blue Melamine

Artisan inspired, these pieces will create art for the table. Affordable and ever so lively!

Crate and Barrel

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