Fun Finds For Labor Day

 

Labor Day will be here before you know it. What's on your agenda? This post features 15 fab finds for every type of end of summer celebration. There 's Super Duper Place Cards for the Hampton's host, Disco Balls and Floating Bars for pool parties, Smoke Grilling Planks for cookouts, a Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker for big and little kids, and more. Let's have some fun!

Simon Miller Knit Pants & Top

His styles are always fashion forward and fanciful. These knit pieces will take you to any casual party or restaurant.

Anthropologie   and   Simon Miller

Waterproof Picnic Blanket

Heading to a concert in the park? Going to a parade or a picnic? This beautiful blanket in on sale for less than $100. It also makes a great gift for a weekend host or hostess. P.S. take an extra 25% off the sale price.

Mark & Graham

Mar y Sol Ibiza Tote
Beach bound? Don't leave home without this tote. It's on sale for $75

Mar y Sol

Bee Garden Gloves

If your hostess is a gardener, she still has plenty of work to do this season. They are a buzz worth host gift for $28

Terrain

Disco Beach Balls

Invited to a pool party? Bring a few of these, and you will be the life of the party for $14 each.

Fun Boy

Wood Smoke Grilling Planks

Soak, smoke, and enjoy the applause. Elevate your grill game with the flavors and scents of alder wood, maple, cherry, hickory, and red cedar. The perfect BBQ host gift, and a welcome addition to your own cookout.

Uncommon Goods

The Lacoste Tennis Collection

Allow him to look the part with this classic collection. And It's all on sale.

Lacoste

Super Duper Place Cards
If you like fancying up an outdoor table, or enjoy entertaining inside, these are adorable. Loving the elegant gold script. There is a card for every type of guest: The Superhero, Supercool, Superstar, Supermodel. Perfect host gift for the entertainer.

Dear Annabelle

Geneva Gingham Silk Cotton Shirt

Gingham gone glam. The fabric is 70% cotton and 30% silk, making this a chic choice for now and later.

Cynthia Rowley

Luxe Conversation Napkins

These linen like napkins are very cute and real conversation starters. Why not have fun at the table?

Etsy

Mesh Beach & Seashell Zipper Bag Set

Up your shell game. What a clever idea for those who collect seashells by the seashore. Carry this bag that allows the sand to fall through before you get to the car. The kiddos will love them, too.

Amazon

Tuckernuck Tennis

Labor Day is also a big tennis weekend with the U.S. Open at Forest Hills. Tuckernuck has a very cute collection. 

Tuckernuck

Cuisinart Mix It In™ Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker

Why wait for the Ice Cream Man? Make your own. I have gifted this before. It's fabulous fun for both big and little kids. On sale at.....

Walmart

Floating Cabana Bar

Planning a pool party? This is a must have, especially since it's on sale. How fun!

Fun Boy

Bean Bag Toss Board Set of Two

Beautifully made wooden boards that will last a lifetime of family fun. Great for tailgates, too. Some patterns are on sale.

Mark and Graham

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4th Of July Vibes

The 4th is only a week away. Yikes! Whatever you have planned, this edit brings on the 4th of July vibes. There's a little something extra for the entire family. So get in the spirit, and get ready to make your own fireworks.

Wooden Bean Toss Game

A little something for family and friends.  These are so good looking and now on sale. You will use them all Summer long and into the Fall.

Mark & Graham

Striped Bow Tie Visor

The perfect hat for whatever you may be doing....golfing, barbecuing, boating and more. Love the touch of red on the back bow. Ships for free from....

Shopbop

Linen Jumpsuit

The perfect look for so many 4th of July activities. Throw on a denim jacket over if it is a cool night in your part of the world.
Banana Republic

Marie Chantal Angel Wings Onesie
Keep that baby comfy, cozy, and protected from bug bites. This is the sweetest for the holiday or any day.

Bergdorf Goodman 

Effie Table Cloth

Their tablecloths, coasters, and napkins are so fun and cheerful!

Furbish Studio

Slim & Standard Castello Linen Shirts
These shirts will keep him crisp and cool with the breathable premium linen. Don't you just love the look of a man in a long sleeve linen shirt, with the sleeves rolled up?

Banana Republic

The Perfect Pieces

Mix and match red, white, and blue for the little ones in your life. Most of these styles are on sale now at...

Janie & Jack

Flour Shop Explosion Cake

Better than any fireworks show, this cake from the famed Four Shop bakery will bring lots of oohs and ahhs! With six layers of red, white, and blue cake, it is enveloped in cream cheese frosting. The explosion happens with the first slice. Big and little kids will love it. Ships for free.

Gold Belly

Red Lips Pool Float

Jump in. The water will be fine. Save 25% sitewide. If you are going to a pool party, bring a fun float for the host.

Funboy

Reiss Kaftan

A chic cover up any day of the year, but especially fabulous for the long 4th of July weekend. Best yet, it's on sale.

Reiss

Disposable & Reusable Cotton Table Linens

Environmentally friendly cotton napkins, placemats, and more that effortlessly blend style and functionality. I have loved these for years. The choice is yours...toss or wash, dry, and reuse six times. They come on a roll, and make a fab host gift!

My Drap  and  Amazon

Reiss Holly Striped Dress

This is what you wear to almost anything all summer long. 

Nordstrom

Patriotic Table Decor

I am not much on flag decor, but these styles are understated and well done. I especilly like the confetti-like Napkin Rings. Find them all at

Williams Sonoma

Waterproof Picnic Blanket

For watching fireworks and every picnic all summer and fall. Comes with its' own carrying straps. Now on sale at...

Mark & Graham

Mini Madeline Earrings

Party perfection for the 4th.

Mignonne Gavigan

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Stylish Summer Host Gifts

Memorial Day is right around the corner, if you can believe! Have your barbecue invites appeared yet? If not, they will. Be prepared for even last minute invitations with a thoughtful host or hostess gift. This roundup of fab finds will get you invited back before summer is over. 

 

Scalloped Block Print Napkins

Bring these to your next garden party. Sold in sets of four. Perfect for any hostess with style!

Mark and Graham

Acrylic Glass Set of Four

Perfect for patio and pool parties! Available in five colors with a pitcher to match. (sold separately.)

Anthropologie

Calirosa Rosa Blanco Tequila

Bringing a bottle? Make it an interesting one! If tequila and rosé had a baby, it would be this pretty pink spirit. It's actually singer Adam Levine's brand and it gets high marks. Perfect for sippers, shot shooters, and margarita makers. Comes in at just under $50.

Wine

Citronella & Thyme Candle

I love useful products that are pretty, too. Terrain offers several scents and sizes. These will keep the bugs at bay and scent any space deliciously.

Terrain

Grill Prep & Marinade Tray

A genius gift for any griller. The bottom tray is for marinating or just getting the raw food to the grill. The printed top tray is melamine. It acts as a lid while marinating or carrying. Then after cooking, it will transport the food to the table without contaminating. It's lovely!

William Sonoma

Lacquer Bean Bag Toss Set

If you are invited for the weekend, bring the fun! An overnight stay calls for a bigger gift.  It's a wonderful family gift, as all ages can enjoy it. Select colors are on sale. Make it even more special with personalization.

Mark & Graham

Americana Cocktail Napkin Set

Memorial Day and 4th of July perfect! The set is under $35 and ships for free from...

Saks Fifth Avenue

Round Rattan Serving Tray

Handmade with Love by 376 Women Artisans . Love that. The carry handles are perfect for carrying from inside to outside or any room in the house.

Etsy

Areaware Flower Salad Servers

Pass the salad, please. These are the perfect gift for a garden get together or patio party. Surely they will  turn heads (of lettuce). They are made from sapel wood and then oiled. 

Food52

Personalized Charcuterie Tray

Available in several sizes and stain colors, but this 8" x 12" is my favorite. It's not too big or too small. Super good looking!
Etsy

Tropicale Bamboo Pitcher

Pour up some fun! This good looking gift is under $20. Even better when you fill it with some sangria and present it to your host.

Sur La Table

Lafco Discovery Trio
One of my favorite "little" gifts to give. It's a great way to sample fragrances, and wonderful to have in the gift closet. For $16 you select three scents of your choice. Choose from Duchess Peony, Paloma Melon, Champagne and many more. The candles are perfect for travel, ship for free, and you get a $16 coupon for a future purchase. It is so pleasingly presented, too. It's a winner.

Lafco New York

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