Foodie Friday: Summer Sips And Dips

Yay! Summer has arrived.
Time to head outside, pack
a picnic, have cocktails on
the patio and kick back with
friends. Here, inspiration for
staying cool while the days 
heat up.

Manhattan Ice Cream Float
Yes, please, I'd love to drink my dessert!
Food and Wine

Mediterranean Veggie Dip
This is a low fat, low carb recipe.
See nutrition guide at
Better Homes and Gardens

Pineapple and Mango Rum Cocktails
Made with fresh pineapple juice. 
It has to be yummy!
Martha Stewart

Caramelized Onion and Shallot Dip

An elevated take on everyone's fave 

Lipton Soup Onion Dip!

Bon Appetit

Cucumber-Honeydew Freeze.
Could anything look more refreshing?
Food and Wine

Cauliflower with Avocado-Cilantro Dip.
Food Network

Watermelon Margarita
An easy to make Margarita that mixes
two of my favorite things: Watermelon
and tequila. It just can't be bad.
Delish

Crab and Coconut Dip with Plantain Chips.
This recipe has me intrigued. Spicy jalapeño chile mixed with sweet coconut and zesty
lime sounds so interesting.
Epicurious

White Sangria
Nothing says Summer like Sangria
in a fruit laden tall glass.
Real Simple

Cherry Salsa
Sweet and savory...my favorite pairings.
Not only does it sound good, but isn't
it pretty looking?
Yum Sugar

Pacific Breeze
This cocktail comes from 
Pacific'O • Lahaina, Maui
Isn't it pretty?
Food and Wine

Spinach-Garlic Yogurt Dip
It's protein packed!
Bon Appetit

Stripey Ice Cubes

The kids will love these juice
and smoothie filled ice cubes.
Get the How-To at
Oh Joy

Brown Sugar Fruit Dip
Such a nice idea to bring out late 
in the afternoon or after a barbecue.
Southern Living

Tiramisu Shake
This will cool you down and
fatten you up. Non-Alcoholic.
Moms Review 4 You

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Your Secret Garden

Every gardner has their secret.
Find inspiration and your own
secrets here with this edit of 
stylish garden goodies.

Now your plants can have as much fun as your handbags! Orla Kiely is now designing
garden gear and tools

See the collection at
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Tiptoe through your garden with
River Stepping Stones.
What a wonderful way to lead the way!
Viva Terra

Flower power for the modern gardner.
Watering can by Pascal Charmolu for 
Born in Sweden
Unica Home

These earthy planters add a sense of
forever to your container garden.
Sold as a set of three.
Horchow

For the DIY Gardener. These
Wooden Plant Markers will fashionably
flag your seedlings.
Anthropologie

This potting bench does double duty.
Use it for potting in the garden or
as a bar cart on the patio.
Gaiam

Talk about a green thumb!
Give any girl a helping hand with her
gardening duties.  These Glovables
make a great hostess gift.
Layla Grayce

Elevate your garden and your style
with indoor/outdoor Post Planters.
Shop Horne

Alice Supply Company

For the shabby chic gardener.
The Blooming Bucket Collection
at Rachel Ashwell Shabby 
Chic Couture is pretty for plants
from porch to garden.

Proving that gardening IS for the birds,
MacKenzie-Childs Flyer's Folly Birdhouses
are the most stylish digs in town.
Neiman Marcus

Set of 3 Rattan Regent Toad Stool Garden Accents. How fun are these? Even if you don't
 have a green thumb, it looks like you do.
Overstock

La Boheme Stools by Kartell
Grow your garden in living color!
What looks like giant vases are really seats.
Y Lighting

Because a girl has to look good while she gardens. Get the look at 
Kate Spade

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Wedding Wednesday: Best Dressed Guests

I am always amazed by the way some dress for a wedding. Honor
the Bride and Groom with dressing
up for this special occasion. Find
the answer to "What should I wear
to the wedding," here.

Lanvin's Washed Duchesse Satin Cocktail Dress
wins the prize for best dressed at any type
of wedding. Beyond beautiful!
Nordstrom's

Floral Print Tulle Dress by 

Jean Paul Gaultier Fuzzi. Simply lovely!

Nordstrom's

Temperley London's Long Aureila Dress
is super feminine and tasteful.  Just verify
that the bridesmaids aren't wearing pink.
Shop Bop

For a boho vintage vibe, this Johnny Wass
maxi might be perfect for an afternoon or
beach wedding.
Neiman Marcus

Alice + Olivia's flowing silk dress, in the most interesting red, will make a statement.
Bloomingdale's

Afternoon garden wedding? 
This pretty printed maxi is a sweet
and inexpensive choice.

Forever 21

A little black dress is always appropriate.
Donna Karan's Sculpted Infinity Dress is
a head turner. Now on sale at
Saks

Dennis Gagnon's study in black and white
is a modern look that makes a statement
even beyond the wedding.  This affordable
maxi can be dressed up or down.
SSENSE

Alice and Trixie's Tiffany dress is not for wallflowers. Heads will turn!
Alice and Trixie

Ted Baker's Floral Midi Dress is one hot look.
It's  body-conscious but still romantic.
Nordstrom's

Tori Burch's Codi Dress is
a frothy frock that's oh so feminine! 
The tulle skirt makes this a dancers dream.
Net-a-Porter

The Stormy Weather Dress by DSQUARED2
is really sensational and sophisticated.
Shop Bop

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