Wedding Wednesday: 14 Beautiful Bridal Accessories

You have your dress, now comes the fun part -  selecting your accessories. A sparkle here and there will elevate your bridal look.  Shop this edit of crystal earrings, chic clutches, hair accessories, gorgeous garters and more. 

Rose Gold Chandeliers

As seen in the opening photo. Bold in rose gold, these earrings make a sparkling statement. Handmade by....

 Treasures 570

Milana Orchid Hairpin

Add a little touch of the tropics to your look. A wonderful idea for a beach wedding! 

Jennifer Behr

Wolfe Back Necklace

Add this exquisite necklace to your backless or deep "v" back gown. It's a twist on a classic that creates a look that's quite alluring!

Bhldn

Crescent Custom Beaded Clutch

Though you won't carry your bag down the aisle, you will need it following the ceremony. You'll want it for lipstick, mints, your phone etc. A lovely way to display your new monogram.

Etsy

Blush Silk and Crystal Garter

Perfect for any blushing bride. The bling becomes elegant when paired with the pleated silk.

Chantelle Renee Bridal

Vintage Style Bridle Handkerchief

For happy tears only. Sheer chiffon is bordered with cotton lace and embroidered with the initials, monogram, or words of your choice. Choose from dozens of embroidery colored thread. 

Adorned Embroidery

Judith Leiber Crystal Cone Bag

It feels good to see a bride with a sweet sense of humor. This crystal ice cream cone opens up to hold her essentials for this special day and beyond.
Bergdorf Goodman

Hair Comb Set

A beautiful touch of sparkles that really elevates a tousled updo. You get two hair combs to use together or on their own. Very pretty. 

Glamour Bride USA

Wedding Garter Set

This set serves three purposes. You get a garter to wear, and one to toss. The beautiful blue color makes it an instant "something blue." Pearls, lace, and Swarovski rhinestones create a lovely keepsake.

Enriched By Millie

Vera Circlet
This handmade sparkler becomes tomorrow's heirloom after the bride weaves it into her tresses. Simple but stunning, it's gorgeous worn alone or 

under a veil. 

Jennifer Behr

Crystal Art Deco Earrings

How fabulous! They are icy cool and ever so chic.

Kenneth Jay Lane

The Eden Clutch

Clearly chic. With an art deco inspired geometric design, it's both modern and classic.

Cult Gaia

Pearl Bridal Cuff

Beautiful bridal cuff made with freshwater pearls and sterling silver, silver plated, gold plated, or rose gold plated wire.

Joanna Reed Bridal

Amber Headband

Handcrafted by hand in Brooklyn, this crystal and silk headband will add the sparkles to your

 bridal look.

Jennifer Behr

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The Best Of The 4th Of July Weekend Sales

I hope that you have some fun plans for the weekend. Even if you don't, there is always something to celebrate. In between trips to the sundeck and walks on the beach, I will be doing a little online sale shopping. There are some good sales and the following are the 

best of them all!

~ Beauty & Skincare ~

Bare Minerals: Free Shipping and Save $10 on $75 orders $20 on $100 orders. Code: FIREWORK

Beekman 1802: Shop the Made In America Sale and save 25% on bar soaps (my faves) whipped body cream, and caddy sets. Use Code: July 4th

Dermstore: Save up to 30% off on your favorite brands like Josie Maran, Becca Cosmetics, Natura Bisse, 

It Cosmetics: 20% Off IT Essentials to Put Your Best Face Forward. Plus, Free 3 Piece Makeup Set When You Spend $75 ($79.50 Value). No Code Required. Ends 07/06

Laura Geller Cosmetics: 20% Off with code JY20 or extra 40% Off orders $60+ Almost Everything with code JY4060 What to buy? I am really loving my Baked Body Frosting in Tahitian Glow this summer.

Sephora: Over 400 items have been marked down. Of special note is many things from Marc Jacobs  Beauty. Many marked down from 40% - 50%. Bobbi Brown's Highlighting Powder is one of my favorites, and it is on sale, too.

Skinstore: Get 25% off sitewide. You will find Chantecaille, ESPA, Nest NY Fragance & more. Use Code FOURTH 

YSL Beauty: Shop these beautiful buys all at 50% off. Such gorgeous products!

~ Fashion & Accessories ~

Anthropologie: Take an EXTRA 40% off Sale items. The Clare V Francophile Journal makes a fab gift for less than $10. The "Le Weekend" tote bag is quite chic with leather details.

Apparis: This weekend only save 20% sitewide. It's their big warehouse sale.

Bergdorf Goodman:  Take an EXTRA 25% off over 3,000 sale items. On my radar: Skin's Pima Cotton Pajamas, any of Varley's sale things, and Zimmermann's drop dead gorgeous skirt 

and blouse

Boston Proper: Extra 25% off Sale. Use Code: NOW25. Loving the Zebra Print Blouse. And this Colorblock Warmup Set is good!

J.Crew: Shop The End Of Season Sale and save up to 70% off with Code: BESTSALE.

Kate Spade New York: Take an EXTRA 40% off sale styles. Use Code: EXTRA40. These Bow Slides are very cute! And this Dot Trench Coat is a steal!

Lafayette 148 NY: Enjoy 40% off the Spring 2021 Collection! My favorite pleated Trench Coat of the season is included in the sale!

Michael Kors: Save up to 60% on over 1,200 products for men and women. Thought this gingham off the shoulder top was adorable!

Neiman Marcus: They are offering up to 65%off, including designers, with an EXTRA 25% on select items.  Also there is a Gift Card Event going on. Highlights of the sale for me are Tory Burch's Striped Beach Tunic, Cinq et Sept's Cold Shoulder Cashmere Sweater and Malone Souliers Liberty Print Kitten Heel Mule

Saks: The Designer Sale is always a good one! You can save up to 70% this weekend. They have over 1,000 sale shoes! You'll find Stuart Weitzman, and some really unique styles by Cult Gaia.

Saks Off 5th: Take an extra 25% off select items (already reduced) with Code: THECUT.

Shopbop: They just added so many new sale items!  By the way, Shopbop honors your Amazon Prime benefits and fast shipping. Shop over 7500 styles. These Schutz flats are adorable and less than $90. And Tory Burch's Puff Sleeve Dress is so fun. No code needed.

 Spanx: Take an Extra 30% off Sale Styles. 

~ Home Sales ~

Jonathan Adler: 25% off Everything including markdowns.

Ballard Designs: Everything is on sale, with savings up to 20% off.

Bloomingdale's: 158 pages of home products on sale. Highlights are luggage with brands like Bric's Milano, Tumi and Delsey. Nesspresso Machines are also marked down. And so many of Ralph Lauren's home goods are included. Sale is over on the 5th.

Crate & Barrel: Shop over 700 new markdowns with savings up to 70%. You will find Le Creuset and Staub cookware on sale. And this Egg Poacher by Demeyere is a great buy! Best of all, hundreds of items ship for free!

Macy's: So many good things on sale! The Hotel Collection Towels are really great. Sealy Matresses are on sale. And most of their Lock N Lock storage containers are on sale. I love mine.

MacKenzie-Childs:  If you love a chic check, this sale is for you. Save from 30% - 70%!

Serena & Lily: Save up to 25% on all outdoor styles. Everything is so coastal chic! 

Sur La Table: 20% off your order. Use Code: STARS. Ends Monday

Williams Sonoma: Shop their Warehouse Sale with super buys on electronics, baking goods, pots and pans, cookware and more.

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Star Spangled Desserts For The 4th of July & Beyond

Star Spangled Desserts For The 4th of July & Beyond

{ Via: Williams Sonoma }

 If you are looking for a perfect ending to your holiday meal, you have come to the right place! I have a feeling that we all will celebrate with a bit more gusto and guests this year. You know how I love a good color theme. This post is filled with all of the red, white, and blue deliciousness you can handle. Scroll down and be prepared to drool.

No Bake Eton Mess Berry Cheesecake

I have a problem with the name of this cheesecake. Instead of the word "mess" I would substitute the word "masterpiece." This is one beautiful dessert that is certainly sparkler worthy!

Half Baked Harvest 

Blueberry Pancake Ice Cream
Go ahead. Eat dessert for breakfast! Don't worry, you don't have to make pancakes first. That part of the recipe is represented by maple syrup. 

Broma Bakery

No Bake Cheesecake

Isn't this elegant? It's proof that a fancy dessert can also be an easy one. If it is hot where you are this weekend. This recipe is for you.

Country Living

Roasted Strawberry Sundae

Oh boy! Mix those sweet, juicy, roasted strawberries with bittersweet chocolate sauce and vanilla bean ice cream. Voila! You have created a dessert worth celebrating!

California Strawberries

Stars & Stripes Cupcakes

These are so much fun! And if you can pipe and swirl that frosting, props to you! Not only is it pretty, but the frosting also features raspberry.

Food Network

Triple Berry Trifle With Strawberry Sauce

Can you get any more festive looking? It's made with buttery poundcake, vanilla pudding, and yummy raspberry sauce. This dish is semi-homemade. You can buy the best poundcake you can find, and cut it up! This looks worth every layer.

How Sweet Eats

Deep Dish Cherry Pie

It's cherry season, which hopefully means the prices are reasonable, because this recipe calls for four pounds of them. I love a pie that can be made in a springform pan. Easy peasy. This pie looks fab from the flaky golden crust to the cherries on top!

A Common Connoisseur

Very Berry Cream Tartlets

These are the sweetest looking! Using a delicate hand when sugaring the fruit and topping the pastry cream, is the hardest part of the recipe.

Good Housekeeping

Mixed Berry Shortcake

My Mom was an excellent baker, but she took a shortcut for shortcakes. Yes, I grew up with those yellow sponge "things." We didn't know any better. Now we do, and just look at those homemade buttermilk biscuits! 

The Modern Proper

4th Of July Sparkler Cake

This cake isn't as difficult as it may look. You begin with a vanilla cake mix. Then those awesome decorations on the side of the cake are just pretzels.  Get the kids involved,

Sprinkle Some Fun

4th of July Baked Alaska

One of my all time favorite desserts - Baked Alaska. It's just so special and holiday worthy. You'll have to plan ahead to have this ready for the 4th, but it will be so worth the effort.

Zoe Bakes

Star Spangled Cookies

These marbled cookies sparkle with sprinkled stars and luster dust glitter. They are the prettiest. And though the marbling does look difficult, the author states that it is hard to mess up. Give it a whirl!

Sugar Spun Run

Berry Cup Pies

Aren't these the cutest? A great way to make individual servings, and easy to transport. You will use a cupcake tin 

for baking.

Inspired By Charm

Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

Vegan & Gluten Free

With an almond and oatmeal crust, a coconut milk cheesecake filling, and swirls of fresh strawberry puree, this is a perfect summer dessert. 

Minimalist Baker

Red & Blue Spiked Snow Cones

One of my favorite childhood treats. Except these are for grown ups. They are made with fresh blueberries and raspberries, and of course, Vodka!

Granbaby Cakes

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Beat The Heat With 12 Cool Ideas

I adore the sun, but the heat that it brings, not so much. Summers are way too short in the midwest, so I try to chill in the sun whenever I can. Much of the country is melting from heat right now. If you are, consider this your chance to chill. Think watermelon cocktails, fun floats, after sun soap and more cool ideas. 

Watermelon Tap

Have you ever carved a watermelon into a basket? I did once, and never again. Why bother when you can turn a hollowed out and halved watermelon into the world's coolest drink dispenser. It's perfect for cool cocktails on tap.

Williams Sonoma

Cuisinart Gelateria Ice Cream Maker

In the summer, we all scream for ice cream. As a child, it was a nightly treat. Now you can make your own, as I do. It's so much better.  This little machine is now on sale at....

Sur La Table

Bling20 Goggles & Masks

If you have a little mermaid in your life, chances are she is spending the summer at the pool. This collection of goggles and face masks are the coolest! P.S. there are a couple of styles for cool dudes, too.

Maisonette

Galvanized Metal Stand-Up Cooler
Perfect for drinks on the deck or parties on the patio. The retro vibe is fun for casual events.  Drinks will be ice cold and at the ready. Best yet, it's on sale!

Pottery Barn

NEST New York x Gray Malin Amalfi Lemon & Mint Classic Candle
When the sun is out and the heat is on, why not scent your outdoor space? The limited edition fragrance of these candles and home scented accessories, will take you away on a Mediterranean  holiday. It's a fresh citrusy scent featuring zesty lemon, orange bergamot, fresh mint, and a touch of driftwood. Lovely and wonderful for a picnic.

Nest New York      or  Neiman Marcus

Palisades Outdoor Chair
If you are a beach lover, why not keep a low profile and bring your own chair? This one folds up and comes with its' own built in carrying handles. Now marked down by $100

Serena & Lily

Fun Boy Chaise Loungers

It doesn't get any more summery than a relaxing day at the pool. You might want to get more than one of these fun floats since they are on sale. 

Fun Boy

The Quiet Wearable Personal Fan

What a clever and cool idea! Perfect for gardeners, runners, golfers and more.

Hammacher Schlemmer

Maeve Tropical Wrap Caftan

When summer cocktails call, reach for this chic cotton caftan. A dress is really cooler than pants. Have you noticed? I just love the flowy feel and punchy colors of this summer silhouette.

Anthropologie

After The Sun Soap

The sun is so very good for us if you protect yourself with a mineral sunscreen. On the off chance (it happens to all of us) that you got too much sun, use this goats milk soap. " Its' special formula of clay, aloe and goat milk help moisturize skin while preventing peeling and dryness. The lavender scent leaves you feeling relaxed and refreshed."

Beekman 1802 

Vera For Anthropologie Cooler

An eco friendly way to tote picnics and lunches. Best of all it's on sale. What a pretty way to stay cool.

Anthropologie

Juliska Acrylic Salad Servers & Bowl
When it's too hot to cook, serve up a cool crisp salad in this clearly chic and unbreakable bowl. The servers are a perfect match. Ships free from

Neiman Marcus   or  Tuckernuck

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