Wedding Wednesday: Destination Beach

{ Via:  Unveiled Hawaii }

A beach wedding gives the wedding party and guests an opportunity to be a bit more laid back, have fun in the sun, and experience the romance of seaside sunsets. They give you and your guests a tropical vacation if the beach is far from home. Destination weddings are a beautiful thing but do not be fooled, the planning can be quite complicated. Thank goodness for wedding planners, email, and the Internet. Today's post features beautiful beach themed finds that will make planning a breeze! 

Tropical Flowers Invitations

Wonderful walnut wood creates a most unique invitation that is also simple and elegant.

Oak and Orchid 

 Claire Pettibone Casablanca

With flowing chiffon panels, this high low dress offers the sophistication of a full length dress. It's absolutely perfect for a seaside soiree.

Claire Pettibone 

Couture Collection

These dresses beg to be packed for a beach wedding. Beautiful for your maids, and perfect for the bride at any of the pre-parties.  Most dresses are less than $200. See it all at

Plum Pretty Sugar

Beach Centerpiece

What an inspired look for tables on the beach. Seashells are a natural to use throughout your wedding weekend. See the look at Plum Pretty Sugar. Source the Seashells at Etsy.

Plum Pretty Sugar

The BHLDN Beach Collection

I just love this laid back but still very special Beach Wedding look. I can't see a tuxedo on the sand, so this groom, in my view, is appropriately dressed. Get inspired at

BHLDN   

Metal Lantern

Nautical and glam in gold metal. Use these to help light up your night, from the buffet and dinner tables to the dance floor.

Beau-Coup 

Bridal Beach Shoes

Barefoot doesn't have to mean bare. Find a beautiful selection of pretty bridal beach shoes at Etsy

Palm Tree Seating Chart

One of the most important printed signs of the day. Without one, chaos ensues at dinner. This style adds a touch of glam to a beach wedding. 

Wedding Templates

Personalized Monogram Beach Tote

It is customary and oh so lovely to have a gift in your guests hotel room. Consider going a step above and give them a chic canvas bag with their own initials. 

Lyla Grace Design

Boxed Simple and Modern Starfish Beach Wedding Invitations

This invite is so special and gets the theme across immediately. Something blue anyone?

Passion Paper at Etsy

Starfish Ring

A set of 20 table accessories, add a big dose of glam at the table. At $2.00 each, I think it is money well spent. These can double as your table favor if you wish.

Totally Dazzled Biz 

A fabulous collection. and perfect for Beach or Island Weddings. Loving the idea of mixing up the mood with multicolor maids.

Show Me Your Mumu

Beach Wedding Shoes

If you are getting married in the sand, don't make your maids wear heels. They just won't work.  These are much more appropriate and way less expensive than a pair of Jimmy Choos!

Modern Crochet Club

Vintage Chic Flower Girl Dress

Loving the layers of chiffon ruffles which will blow sweetly  in the sea breeze. You won't believe the reasonable price.

Sweet Valentina

Bridesmaid Beach Luncheon

Think outside of the private room and treat your maids to a boho beach luncheon. How fun!

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Gifts For Mom That Will Get There In Time From Amazon Prime

{ Via: Anthropologie }

I don't want to panic anyone, but Mothers Day is just five days away. Thank goodness, for Amazon Prime.  For a nominal monthly charge, you get Fast, FREE shipping on over 50 million eligible items. And they will let you have a 30 day Free Trial, to give it a try. If you haven't shopped for Mom yet, now is the time to try it. And in the case you thought you could only find techie geeky things and books, on Amazon, think again. Here's a roundup of 15 fabulous finds that are as luxe and lovey as they come. Click on the photos and or links to get gifting!

~ For Fashion Forward Moms ~

Bold Embroidered Beach Sun Hat

These hats are great from the beach to the bistro, and they are less than $20. There's a quote for every type of mom. 

The Hours Women's Off the Shoulder Top

The good news is that women's shoulders don't age or gain weight. The better news is that this top has long sleeves and a longer length, to cover all that mom wants covered.

Kate Spade New York Market Tote

Mom gets around - from the market, to the soccer field, then to the doctors office and well...anywhere you need her to be. Her trips out and about will be more fun with this terrific tassel tote.

Alexis Bittar Studded Hinge Bangle 

Black and white is always right. Any fashion Mom knows this designer name. The fact that it is on sale will please Mom even more.

Richmond & Finch iPhone Cases

If Mom is a luxe lady, she will love the look of marble encasing her pretty phone!

~ For The Home ~ 

Swell Metallic Water Bottle

I need one of these. This bottle is non toxic, and BPA free. We all should stop drinking out of plastic bottles. It's a glam gift that is healthy, too. Perfect for her desk or bedside table.

Safavieh Sheepskin Shag Runner

Irresistibly soft and feels so good under foot. Mom will love the touch of glam that this chic carpet adds to her space.

Annieglass Martini Tray

Handcrafted sculptural glass serves up a chic cocktail, stylish sushi and more. I have a few pieces. Elegant yet still modern

Kate Spade New York Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker

One of the best gifts I have ever received! Give Mom the sound of her own music (God knows she had to listen to yours) wherever she goes. Fabulous sound, and looks like a clutch when encased. Mom's who rock a playlist, will love it.

Bodum Chambord Coffee Maker

Perfect for serving Mom breakfast in bed!

~ Gifts That Pamper ~

Iluminage Skin Rejuvenating Case

Chances are, you have given Mom a few sleepless nights. This will make up for it. The gift of beauty sleep. As seen in The Zoe Report, this pillowcase fights wrinkles while she sleeps. It's all about the copper technology!

Natural Bath Bomb Gift Box

Set Of 9 Essential Oil Effervescent Spa Fizzies - by Fleur D’Extase. These days, I am all about natural "everything." Give her the gift of relaxation! P.S. you can buy these for every Mom you know. They are less than $12! 

Kashware Robe

Like a baby blanket for adults. Trust me. I know as I have had one for many years. Pick her favorite color and you have a sure thing!

Sensor Mirror Pro Rose Gold Finish

Mirror, Mirror on the wall, who is the fairest Mother of them all? Yours! And most of us have a little trouble seeing makeup mistakes, unwanted hair and more. This is the mirror she wants. It lights up, and is wi-fi enabled! 

Clarisonic Mia2 Sonic Facial Cleansing Brush System

The gift of glowing skin. Another of my very favorite gifts (Thank you, Mollie!) This is the #1 system out there. I think that your Mom deserves the best. Don't you?

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Saturdays At Shop This

{ Via: Paper Fashion }

Oh TGIF! I hope that your week was well spent. I had five fabulous days in New York. It is always good to be home, but this week was really exciting with the Met Ball and all. Sadly, I forgot my dress at home, (wink wink) so no personal pics. :) It is said to be fashion's biggest party of the year. The tickets are $30,000 each and this year's theme was Avant-Garde. Scroll down for more Met info and other fun links.

Celine Dion's  First Met Gala included a musical number. Watch this video. I know you will like it. What a super cool girl!

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Kendall Jenner wore all Estee Lauder makeup at The Met Gala. If you liked her look and love Estee Lauder Beauty, Nordstrom has a great Gift with purchase going on now, with 10% off.
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See the seven Diane Von Furstenberg designs that made it to the Met Gala. I think I liked Diane's the best. Loved that optimistic shade of yellow!
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 Moda Operandi has teamed up with Cabana Magazine to create an edit of vibrant tableware. They hosted a post Met Ball dinner party at M'O headquarters. Aerin Lauder and designer Adam Lippes were there, so you know it had to be chic. Read about it at Vogue. Shop the tablescape exclusively at Moda Operandi.
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While in NYC, I may not have gone to the ball, but I sure went everywhere else, and mostly by train! My new sneakers took me downtown, uptown, up stairs and even to New Jersey, in style and comfort! Can't recommend them enough. Mine are black and white.
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What Is Microneedling? It's the Revolutionary Tool for Erasing Wrinkles, Scars and Acne. Read a pretty convincing article HERE. Get the tool, Beauty Bioscience GloPRO® at Nordstrom.
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Don't forget to shop the Neiman Marcus Friends & Family Sale. Take 25% off any regular-price purchase. Code:NMFRIEND. It ends 5/6 10:00 PM CT. Shop my faves HERE
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How to wear a dress over pants. I tried the look on my birthday this year. Have to say, I felt very hip. Get the look HERE
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The right lighting is so important for the home. Save up to 30% on Lighting at Serena and Lily. 
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In honor of The Kentucky Derby, enjoy this equestrian chic collection of Vintage Hermes at One Kings Lane.
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Rhianna At The Met Gala
Here's to Rhianna for always being avant-garde, especially on the Red Carpet. Why not step out of your comfort zone this weekend? Wear some color and create your own Red Carpet moment.
XOXO
Deb
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Foodie Friday: Derby Day Drinks & Perfect Party Provisions

Grab your wide brimmed hats and don your seersucker suit. Saturday is Derby Day, the most exciting 100+ seconds in sports of the season. Having once owned race horses, I still get nervous, and feel the rush of excitement of the owners and trainers. The winners circle is a very exciting place to be. If you are planning a Derby Day dinner or party, these recipes put you on the fast track to success.

HERE: 20 Recipes To Bet On! 

Pony Drink Stirrers

If there is any day where "horsing around" is approved, it's Derby Day. These golden ponies make for a good show at any party!

Food52 

Nonnie’s Kentucky Derby Pie.

Is there anything better than chocolate pecan pie? Yes, there is, a pie that is topped with bourbon whipped cream!  This is one winning and tasty recipe.

Half Baked Harvest

Frozen Peach and Vanilla Mint Juleps

Even if you aren't a bourbon drinker, you have to admit that these sound good and even look better. I mean, they are made with frozen peaches. A must try.

How Sweet Eats

Pimento Cheese with Salt-and-Pepper Butter Crackers

With two parents that were born in Kentucky, I have spent a good deal of time there myself. And we were raised on Southern food like Pimento Cheese. It's a great snack with a cocktail.

Food and Wine

Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwiches on Jalapeño Cornbread Biscuits with Honey Bourbon Bacon

Honey bourbon bacon pretty much says it all about this recipe. But it is the biscuits that really make this sandwich, and all of those gorgeous toppings, of course.

Half Baked Harvest

Mint Julep Popsicle

There's nothing better than a portable dessert at a party. These could not be easier or more clever for and Derby Day event.

Honestly Yum 

Herbed Shrimp on Grits Cakes

An elevated take on a classic Southern staple.

Tea Time Magazine

Kentucky Bourbon Cake

This quote says it best, “This buttermilk Bundt cake, drenched in a boozy bourbon glaze, is a great vehicle for whipped cream and strawberries. Kentucky Bourbon Cake was the prize-winning entry by Nell Lewis at the 1963 Pillsbury Bake-Off Contest in Platte City, Missouri.”  Once a winner, and still a winner. Get the pan at Amazon and the recipe at

Tastespotting 

Matcha Mint Juleps

These minty bourbon cocktails spiked with powdered green tea, are refreshing on a warm Spring day.

The Bojon Gourmet

Smoked Ham With Bourbon, Sugar and Cola

No one made a better ham than my Aunt Rose. I bet she still does. Of course it helps, when you raise and smoke the hog yourself. I just know that Rose used bourbon in her recipe. Doesn't this sound divine?

The Daily Meal  

Champagne Mint Julep

Now this is just my style.  Research tells me that Cavicchioli 1928 is a Prosecco. This bottle is fabulous. If you can't find it, I am sure that any good Italian bottle will do.

The Kitchn 

5 Ingredient Strawberry Rose Tart

Go for the roses. This dessert will get you to the winners circle.

How Sweet Eats 

Bourbon Mint Iced Tea

The ultimate Southern daily drink goes to another level with bourbon!

BHG

Ham Biscuits With Mustard Butter

Biscuits are a Southern staple, and nothing beats a soft flaky homemade one. These make an easy to eat snack while enjoying your favorite bourbon.

My Recipes

Bourbon-Pecan Truffles

My Mother made these. They are addictive. Even though they may look fancy, this is an easy recipe. Try it.

Cooking New York Times

Rhubarb Mint Julep 

This chic and not too sweet cocktail has the classic flavors of a mint julep with the tangy brightness of rhubarb. Cheers to mixing things up a bit!

Fashionable Hostess

Ambrosia Parfait

Raise your hand if you grew up on Ambrosia salad. I certainly did, but it didn't quite look like this. Sorry, Mom, this recipe looks better. It has been enlightened a bit with  a mix of unsweetened coconut, shredded sweetened coconut and yogurt. The cherries are "Maraschino." They are the real thing and the author says that they taste like heaven.  Find them at Amazon and the recipe at 

How Sweet Eats

Tea Sandwiches

These just seem to go head to hand with those fabulous derby hats. Aren't they beautiful?

Cravings Happen

Earl Grey Bourbon Punch

If you are feeding a crowd, add a little southern sweet tea to their cocktail glass. A decorative ice ring adds a kick to the punch.

Bonappetit 

Chilled Sweet Pea Soup with Mint and Cream

A perfect way to add a pop of Spring green to your Derby Day Buffet. It's easy and the most popular soup recipe ever at Southern Living.

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