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

You Need A White Dress This Spring & Summer

{ Via Anthropologie }

Vogue tells us that the White Dress is the one dress you need for Spring and Summer. They were all over the runways this season. So, since I don't own a white dress, this post is personal for me. I think I found a favorite. What's yours?

Cotton Cheesecloth Shirred Maxi Dress

This maxi is iron free and naturally textured. It's the base layer that is cotton cheese cloth. That means it is not see-thru! Under $300.

ME+EM

Andria Dress

Two trends in one. Everything is also sheer this spring. In this case it dresses this look up. A very pretty dress. The slip is included. Under $300

Reformation

Collarless Cotton Maxi Dress 

Love the slits and shirt style sleeves. This dress would look fab worn open over pants, too. Under $200.

COS

Iro Seona Dress

Cocktail party perfect if you can rock a mini. This style features a certain sophistication. Under $500.

Farfetch and Shopbop

Palermo Perfection Collared Midi

Peek-a-boo done well, in a stretchy cotton blend. Under $80

Lulus

Ethel Dress

From one of my new favorites - Ulla Johnson. The details are many, and the dress is as pretty in the back as it is in front. 70% cotton and 30% silk. Under $800

Ulla Johnson

Bungalow Popover Dress
Made from easy breezy linen, this will be your go to dress from the beach to the bistro. It comes with it's own slip lining. Also available in blue and black. Under $150

J. Crew

ZW Collection Embroidered Dress

At this price point (Under $130) this is one of the best in the edit. The embroidery is really lovely.

Zara

Louisa Shift
With an elegant high neckline and intricate broderie angalaise throughout, this style is just the prettiest. Where couldn't you wear it? Under $400

POSSE

Pomander Place Swiss Dot Kenzo

I have two tops by this brand, and I really love them. It gets 5 stars from many. But if white is not your jam, it comes in 13 other colors and patterns. On sale for $118.

Tuckernuck

Silvia Tcherassi

Margie Strapless Maxi 

Oh how wonderful is this cotton lace dress? The price tag is not for the faint of heart, but its' beauty is beyond compare. Imagine yourself on a green lawn wearing this white dress, for a fabulous cocktail party.

Saks    and  Moda Operandi

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Saturdays At Shop This

 Flower power. I need "something" after this rough week. Feeling better, and just may be ready to go out and smell the roses this weekend. Hopefully you are feeling fine and can enjoy a little down time with these lovely links. Think 30% off at J.Crew,  Bergdorf's new Conscious Curation, and more!

Fashion designer Azeeza is coloring our outdoor world at CB2  in every shade but greige. It's  wonderful, and worth a look.

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Have you ever wondered how often you should wash your hair? Goop gives us an in depth study including a test to know the porosity of your hair. It's all very interesting.

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Step into Summer in J. Crew's Espadrille's. There are slip ons, lace ups, sandals, and wedges in sorbet shades. Save 30% on all of them!

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Conscious Curation: Kudos to Bergdorf Goodman who has curated a collection of sustainable and socially conscious brands and products.

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I love Mac Cosmetics Eyeshadow. It's on sale this weekend at Nordstrom, and now only $14.25 per pod. It is highly pigmented and has a great color payoff. 

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Looking ahead to the holidays? The Silvia Tcherassi Trunk Show at Moda Operandi is beyond fab. It's filled with fancy frocks for the parties to come. There are some dream dresses, for sure!

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Patio Pretty: Add a little glam to your outdoor space with this Citronella Candle. It comes in gold and copper, and will keep the bugs at bay with style!

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Still looking for grad gifts? You'll find lots of inspiration HERE.

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I love having plenty of disposable dinnerware  on hand for summer entertaining. This Etsy shop stocks the most elegant styles around. I love the Versace-ish plates I ordered. Shipping was free and very fast. 

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My favorite lip gloss: Sara Happ in Rose Gold. But the Ballet Slip is also pretty in pink. This is good for your lip "stuff." And best of all, it is not sticky at all. Every time I wear it, "Mr. Shop This" notices.

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I hope that you have a beautiful weekend with time to stop and smell OR wear the flowers!

XOXOX

Deb

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