What To Wear For The 4th Of July

Summer's biggest holiday is just nine days away. Can you believe it? Hopefully you have some fun plans on the calendar. Whatever you are doing, it's good to have some festive fashion lined up for each activity.  There's way to do it without looking like a walking flag. Here's inspiration for the 

entire family.

BuDah Girl Bangles

Add a stack of stylish accessories to any outfit for some festive flair!

Budha Girl

Beachside Tide Maxi

From beach to bistro, this maxi takes a minimum of effort. If red isn't your color, this style is also available in 8 other stylish shades. Under $100.

Free People

Luminous Halter Gown

Made from a silk linen organza, this is one lovely look. Best yet, it's on sale. 

4th of July wedding anyone?

Zimmermann

Toes In The Sand

Shoes off and ready for the beach. Add some Boat Shoes, and he's good ship to shore. The Striped Tee is perfect for an all American look. The chambray jacket pulls it all together.

Janie & Jack

Mia Mini Fringe Clutch

Mar Y Sol designs affordable and adorable straw bags. This chic clutch is one of them!

Tuckernuck

Smocked Chambray Dress

Perfect for dressing up or down. In sizes 3 months - 12. Just add a red bow.

Janie and Jack

 Peter Millar Style

Versatile performance styles to navigate the scenes of any summer day. Great casual style for the well dressed guy.

Neiman Marcus

Puff Sleeve Tee & Pom Pom Earrings
A good sleeve is everything this season.  Pair it with denim and a statement earring like these. Find the Tee HERE and the earrings HERE.

Tuckernuck

Butterfly Garden

If you are a house guest or have house guests, wear these PJ'S down to breakfast. Butterfly Garden 🦋 is a new silky print and is available in sizes XS-3X

Natori

Double Flounce Tankini Suit

Boston Proper offers the best swim styles for those of us of a certain age. This suit will look fun and feminine way past the upcoming holiday.

Boston Proper

Nina Embroidered Shirt and Shorts

Zimmermann creates the prettiest fashions. The eyelet fabric is just fabulous! Even if you don't do shorts, the blouse can be paired with so

 many things.

Zimmermann

Nice & Nautical
There's no better place to look for a little red, white, and blue than Nautica. And their 50% off sale is better than fireworks.

Nautica

Rhona Silk Pant & Capri Shirt

No one does navy better than Ralph Lauren. These pieces from Ralph's Collection are the very definition of casual chic. 

Ralph Lauren

Capri Shirt.    Silk Pant

Monroe Open Knit Sweater

What a great look for less than I expected. Here's how to wear sleeves without being too warm.

Bergdorf Goodman

Team USA

This year, Polo Ralph Lauren proudly supports TeamUSA with a collection of casual apparel — defined by a palette of red, white, and blue.

Ralph Lauren

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Summer Sips & Beautiful Bites For Alfresco Happy Hours

 

No one ever has to ask me twice for a summer sunset cocktail. If invited, I might even join you for happy hour. In these warm weather months, taking a break for a bite and a beverage is always a pleasant idea. Today's post takes you outside and away from the oven (for the most part.) Enjoy these alfresco appetizers and summer sips all 

season long.

Electric Blue Butterfly Cocktail

Inspired by "Alice In The Looking Glass," this is one colorful concoction. You simply mix together vodka, blue curaco, lemonade, and 7 Up. The blue tinted sugar on the rims is a terrific touch.

Happiness Is Homemade

Baked Zucchini Bites

There seems to always be tons of zucchini in the summer. This is a tasty way to use it all up. Grated parm and a variety of fresh herbs gives these beautiful bites pizzaz.

Give It Some Thyme

Sparkling Spiked Peach Lemonade

A picture perfect pitcher for every summer weekend. As a bonus to this recipe, you'll learn a simple trick for peeling peaches!

The Kitchn

Caprese Salad Board

This beautiful board takes your cheese and crackers game to the next level. 

The Sweetest Occasion

Strawberry Daiquiris With Nectarine Basil Ice Cubes

How's that for a beautiful sip? Serve up something different and delicious!

Running To The Kitchen 

Prosciutto Goat Cheese Stuffed Peaches with Thyme Honey

Crispy, creamy, sweet and salty. All of the flavors we crave. A beautiful appetizer to serve with cocktails.

Half Baked Harvest

The Milly Acrylic Tumbler

Clearly cool! The shatterproof Milly tumbler in clear acrylic. The perfect non-glass glass for poolside sipping this summer. 

Bloomingdale's

Coconut Pineapple Rum Slush

This frozen tropical drink is inspired by salty air and Jimmy Buffet music. In other words, it's vacation in a glass. Best yet, there is no refine sugar added.

The Sweetest Occasion

Baked Feta With Roasted Strawberries

If you haven't tried roasted strawberries, you are missing out. Your kitchen will smell amazing and your guests will be in awe.

Lily Morello

Garlicky Whipped Feta Dip With Citrus Salad

Serve this with a side of mints! But if you are not a fan of garlic, use less. Don't worry, however, that beautiful citrus salad topping will balance the flavors.

Lily Morello

Mexican Street Corn Dip

What a master piece! And I would think fun to create. The tortilla chips are buried in fresh corn, cotija cheese, homemade queso, sour cream, fresh cilantro and all the lime juice.

Pure Wow

Frozen Paloma

A boozy slushy cocktail on a hot summer day sure can be refreshing. The ingredients are simple and begin with grapefruit juice ice cubes (so clever) Blend those cubes up with white tequila, lime juice and agave. Instant cocktail chic!

Broma Bakery

Melon And Feta Tetris Salad

This treat features simple combinations of melon, feta, olives, and some of the most refreshing flavors of the season. Just add picks and watch the 

melon vanish.

The Lemon Apron

Floral Ice Bucket

Here's how to impress your guests at any summer soiree. I have done something similar, and it was a success. So I know you all can do it, especially with the step by step instructions.

California Grown

Summer Garden Whipped White Bean Dip

Oh my! How delightful does this dip look? It's grown up for sure. Grilling the corn adds a smoky layer of flavor. Yum!

How Sweet Eats

Watermelon Cucumber Gin Lemonade

I am not a gin drinker, but anything with watermelon is of interest to me. The cucumber keeps this drink fresh, and the watermelon adds a touch of sweetness.

Heather Christo

Beet Tzatziki

Now I am not a big fan of beets, but I do love Tzatziki sauce. So I think I could give this dip a try. And what about that color? 

What's Gabby Cooking

Rainbow Coconut Water Spritzers

Here's a pretty "mocktail" that is like drinking the rainbow. A lovely house cocktail for those who do not embibe. Healthy, too!

How Sweet Eats

 

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Destination 4th Of July

  

Have you noticed? Americans are going places.  Chances are, you are traveling somewhere, too, this  4th of July and beyond. Last year the holiday was a bust, so this one needs to be celebrated. Today's roundup of 17 styles, will get you wherever you are going in style.

The Jen Atkin Collection

A collaboration with celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin, this Calpak suitcase is the ideal companion for every jetsetter. It's all on sale at

Calpack

Bric's Milano Luggage

I firmly believe one needs to travel looking like they are going first class, like Amal Clooney, if they want to be treated that way. Amal is taking off with Bric's Milano's Firenze and Bellagio Collection Bags. Save $50 on $200 orders now at

Neiman Marcus

Weekender
"The Weekender is a natural companion when the weekend arrives or your flight out of town is ready for boarding." It's eco-friendly so it's easy on the earth and on the eye.  Also available in black.

Paravel

JetKids Bundle By Stokke

The coolest ride a kid can have in an airport. This beautiful bundle of joy not only is a suitcase, but it transforms into a bed, expands by 2 inches, and is waterproof. It also comes with their own matching backpack! Tool cool for school but perfect

 for vaycay.
Neiman Marcus

Gold Leather Travel Accessories
Here's your golden ticket to a first class upgrade. You'll love the passport holders, luggage tags, travel journals, and every luxe accessory a traveller could wish for. Other colors available.

Graphic Image

The Laundress Travel Pack

I always travel with my Laundress stain solution. This set has everything you need. It's better to be prepared than sorry. Ships for free from

Tuckernuck  

Zip Clutches

Organize your items with three multi-sized zip clutches. Use these little pouches individually or all together! Bound by a beautiful gold clip ring, these bags can be used for function and style. Perfect for  your carry on.

Lulu Dharma

Ollie Ella See Ya Suitcase

Just the cutest in the Liberty London print, but also adorable in a great ochre shade. 

Anthropologie

Weekender Duffle

Peter Millar has the man in your life all set for the weekend with this linen/silk/cotton and leather duffle. I love the subtle sophistication.

Peter Millar

See All Vanity Cases

If unpacking isn't exactly your strong suit, these chic cases look just as put together on the nightstand, as they do in your luggage.

Paravel

Lulu Dharma "Snake" Barrel Bag

It's not really snake at all, but you would swear it was. These bags are fabulous in faux leather. I just used mine for the first time. It's lightweight and could hold a weekend's worth of belongings. LOVE!

Lulu Dharma

Packable Launch Tote

I couldn't bring my beach bag this trip, as it wouldn't fold to pack. This bag is a good option in four colorways.

Hat Attack NY

Leather Charger Roll Up

I needed one of these last week. It's both pretty and practical, not to mention an inspired gift for the traveller. Monogram it to make it their own. 11 colors available.

Mark and Graham

Samsonite Freeform Collection
The white is such a fresh take for new adventures. It's lightweight and spacious, and available in several colors. Shop now and save $30 on 

$200 orders.

Samsonite

Rimowa Luggage

A Rimowa luggage display recently called my name at Bloomingdale's. It's all so shiny, bright, light, and dare I say expensive? The look and innovation just may be worth the price. Shop the collection at

Bloomingdale's  or Bergdorf Goodman

Lipault Paris Luggage

Lightweight but luxe. I have always thought this luggage was sleek and stylish. The line comes in many colors, some of which are on sale now at...

Macy's

Nantucket Striped Pouch

Don't you just love a good cosmetic bag? This is so fun and festive. If not for you, then as a gift. Without monogram, it is less than $20. 

Mark and Graham

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