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Monday, August 21, 2023

Send A Care Package Off To College

 


Chances are your college student is already back on campus. If not, they are heading there soon. They may not say, but they secretly live for your shipped surprises. Gifting your son, daughter, grandchild, neice or nephew, will be so appreciated. They miss you and the comforts of home. Let them know you care. Get gifting with ideas that begin at only $10.


Sherpa Bed Rest
If they are up late studying, make it comfy cozy for them. Under $20 in four colors. They will love it.

Toaster Grilled Cheese Bags
Chances are you sent them off to school with a toaster. These bags will take care of the midnight munchies, as they write that all important paper. They are a clever and thoughtful $10 gift!

Lou Malnati's Deep Dish Pizza
Food is always a good idea. Legendary, delicious, and this ex-Chicagoan's favorite pizza.  It's beyond good. They offer different combinations, one to suit any college student. Ships for free.
Gold Belly

The Laundress Fabric Care
They are back and better than ever.  Why not give them the best tools possible to get the chore done? The bottles are so attractive, they won't mind storing them in plain site. A godd idea for guys and girls.

Sugar Paper Notebooks
A notebook is a necessity, even in this digital age. Why not make them glam? The gold lettering and spiral binding elevate your average tablet.
Maisonette

Kind Bar Build Your Own Gift Boxes
Snacks are always a good idea, especially when they are packed with nutrients and protein. Who doesn't love a Kind Bar?

Mario Badescu Facial Spray Collection
This is a great $20 gift that any college coed will love. It's three cooling and hydrating facial sprays that give her an aromatherapy experience. A nice treat.

Mrs. Prindable's Gift Set
Because there is always foom for chocolate. One for your student, and one for the roommate. They will just love this special treat!  $28

Dash Personal Portable USB Blender
This small but mighty machine blends up fresh smoothies and milkshakes straight from their dorm room. It's USB powered, and they will know what to do with it!

Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake
If your student is gluten intolerant, this is not only a delicious gift, but a thoughtful one. too. Birthdays and holidays do happen while at school. Send this celebratory cake for a special day or just because.

Santorini Shower Steamers
Level up shower time for your students. These steamers, when combined with the steam of your shower, will bring them to a peaceful place at the beginning or end of the day. They are made with organic essential oils of lime, lavender, bergamot, spearmint, rosemary and blue tansy. Less than $20 but will be so enjoyed.

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Eye Swoon: 6 Things That Took My Breath Away

{ Via Camilla }

 Trying something new this Monday. I am calling it Eye Swoon. To me the word swoon, means to take your breath away. The dictionary describes it as becoming very excited about someone or something.  All of these swoon worthy images left me speechless. I hope that they inspire and excite you, too. The good news is that they all can be yours.
 The Botanist Vanity Case
Isn't this the prettiest? My Mother always had a vanity case for travel, but it didn't look like this. Just imagine yourself arriving by private plane to The Four Seasons Bora Bora. You are checking in and enjoying your welcome drinks. The entire website is on sale up to 40%. Each style of luggage is vintage inspired and fabulous!
Steamline Luggage

Cristallini Sequined Midi
From the fabulous online boutique, District 5. If you ever need a very special (and likely expensive) dress or gown, start here.  This dress is sp lovely with the most fabulous details. In it, you will look as good going as you did coming!
District 5 Boutique

Lola Bag
Her name was Lola. And everyone wants her at their party. Love this bag and want one in each of the eight sassy shades.
White Cherry and Quince Branches in Glass Vase
Diane James, a brand known for extraordinary faux florals, presents these elegant buds and branches. Their beauty and height elevate any space in your home. Quite pricey but they will last a lifetime.

Pucci For Children
Mini Mediterranean styles from fashion icon Emilio Pucci. If you know me, you realize just how I am swooning over this  line. Ms Shop This would have had this outfit. What a great gift for a special little girl.
Lola & The Boys Vegan Moto Jacket
If you have a young girl or tween, you need to know about this brand. It's one of my faves. Maisonette carries a stylish selection. Our girls need to know that they are beautiful! An adorable and affordable style.



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Thursday, August 17, 2023

Weekend Wrap Up

Changing things up for a bit. Instead of Saturdays at Shop This, I will be wrapping up the week on Fridays. The reason is simple. I would love to relax on a Friday night! So here we go......


Givenchy Trunkshow: If you love looking at beautiful things, you won't be disappointed with this online trunk show. You will find sophisticated eveningwear and and expertly tailored outerwear.
We can dream, right? While at Moda Operandi, be sure to shop their 70% off sale.

Chic Eats: Three places to have tea in NYC, according to the editors of Harper's Bazaar Magazine. I will add that I also love Lady Mendl's! I had the sweetest date their once. Thanks again, Steve.

College Kitchen: Williams Sonoma has an entire section devoted to kitchen items that college students will take from the dorm to their first apartment. Great gift ideas for parents, grandparents, and amazing aunts & uncles to give.


Stunning Side Table! It's dramatic and oh so chic with mother of pearl inlays. Best of all, you can save 40% today!

Potato Salad With Creamy Caesar Dressing: Here's your Foodie Friday recipe of the week. Sounds and looks delish. Find it at Food52

Love vintage? Actress Courtney Cox of Friends, is a collector. She is parting with some of her beloved vintage pieces. Shop her collection at Chairish. 

Have you ever shopped Banana Republic Factory? It's their sale website. Everything is 40% off this weekend. Take an extra 30% off when you spend $100. On my radar: The crocodile embossed belt for men now only $36, and the men's Vegan Suede Utility Vest. Now only $78!


Fuzzy Fabulous! L'Agence always creates terrific tops and jackets. This knit cardigan with gold hardware gives a Chanel vibe. Check out another L'Agence cardi at Saks Off 5th. Same feel but in black and white houndstooth. It's about $400 less. Both are wonderful.

In Beauty News: Save 15% on Beauty at Shopbop. Use Code: BEAUTY15. Save on brands like Laura Mercier, Trish McEvoy, Olaplex, Wander Beauty and much more. Everything ships for free.

And Credo Beauty is offering a free 18 piece Clean Beauty Gift ( a $230 value) with a $125 purchase.

Are your a Lancome devotee? Save 30% sitewide for their friends and family sale, this weekend. 


Cat Eyes: If you collect sunglasses, you need these.  They are super fun and only $28.

Have A Beautiful Weekend!

XOXOX

Deb

Disposable Dinnerware: For Your End Of Summer Soirees

Planning an end of summer soiree? Disposable Tableware is the way to go. Your table can still be elegant, sophisticated, and luxe looking . Scroll down to find something for your own last summer soiree.


Pool Party In A Box
How adorable is this? You don't have to have a pool to use these pineapple plates, cups and napkins. But you do have to serve a pina colada!

Carpe Diem Collection
Dining in the garden? Create a magical journey  with these pretty plates.

Luxe Linen Conversation Napkins
I tend to use real linen napkins even for alfresco dining. I might change it up with napkins this fun. They will get any party started!
Pret-a-Party NY

Trade Mart Disposables 
Too pretty to throw away, but they are disposable. The black patterned plates and platters look like a Versace print. Really fabulous! The solid black scalloped plates are really gorgeous. They make a good charger plate if you have an 8 inch dinner plate. But if black isn't your thing, they have every color under the sun. Super fast shipping, too. 

Bee Party Plates & Napkins
This 64 piece set will have your guests buzzing. You receive 8 dinner and salad plates, 8 app plates, 20 cocktail napkins and 20 guest napkins. So fun yet elegant.
Etsy

Mod Hexagon Gold Collection
Such a sophisticated and modern pattern!  Beautiful on any table inside or out. It's a set of 20.

Palm Leaf Tableware
I have ordered from here before, and I loved my square plates. They are so substantial that I was able to hand wash and use some of them again. Love the natural look to this table setting. 

Moroccan Blue & White
European vibes! Set an exotic and elegant table with these blue and white disposable dishes and flatware.

Personalized Party Plates
Aren't these fabulous to keep on hand? They also would make a wonderful host or wedding gift. 

Blue Willow Paper Plates & Napkins
Oh how pretty! And yes, you should use some kind of fresh flowers or citrus on your alfresco table! Lovely for showers, garden parties, and more.

My Drap Disposable Cotton Napkins
These are fabulous! They come on a roll and in every color under the sun. They are reusable, and I have reused them. Honestly though, they need ironing, which defeats the purpose. So go ahead and use and toss.

Rococo Scalloped Plates
Simple but stunning! Also available in ivory. Mix these with your own linens.

Leopard Pattern Paper Plates
Animal print gone wild! Loving the unique color palette used in the pattern. Liven up any cook out with these special plates.

Ombre Greek Key Paper Plates
A chic companion to the leopard plates above! So fun to mix and match.

Fringed Beverage Napkins
Aren't these fun? Even if you just use them at cocktail hour with clear glasses, they add a nice pop.
Under $8.00
Etsy


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