Saturdays At Shop This

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Is this not the best parasol that you ever saw? And I have a perfect spot for it on my patio. It's been a week, and I am ready for the weekend. You, too? But first, some great shopping links and articles.

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I love the fun skirts one can wear in the summertime. This midi is all cotton poplin with pleats, and it's under $150. 

The Kate Spade Outlet is offering another $25 off your $150 purchase. Might be a good time to treat yourself.

Macrame makes my day: Loving Larroude's Macrame collection. The gold flats are calling my name. So many pairs are now on major sale! And don't miss a special 72 hour sale on Raffia styles.

Going some place? Get there in style with Steamline Luggage. It's so luxe and lovely. And why be like the rest of them darlings?

Found this on Goop: The Science of Love, According to Harvard's Happiness Professor, Arthur Brooks

A great pair of White linen Pants are essential to a summer wardrobe. I found the perfect pair at Nordstrom, and they are on sale!

Hats off to Terrain for having fab hats, even though they are not a fashion house. I thought that this style was exceptionally well made. Find one that has your name on it.

The sunkissed shade that broke the Internet: RMS "Crystal Slipper." It truly is the perfect shade. Not too peachy and not to pink. I have it in the ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush. The best powder blush I have ever tried. But their Lip Oil, Eyelights, LiptoCheek, and Luminizer also come in this shade. It's all totally clean beauty.

For Girly Girls Only: If you have a teen that's into everything pretty, she will love the new Love Shack Fancy Collection at PBTeen. You'll find toile backpacks, storage carts on wheels, bows on lamps, mirrors and pillows, and so much more. She will love it!

Easy and breezy, Simon Miller's Nava Midi Dress, is so perfect for the heat of summer. Also available in red and white.

Seven Ways To Deal With Disappointment. Could have used this earlier in the week.

Alfresco Hour: It's almost been too hot to eat outside this week. But when's it is time, Tuckernuck has some inspired products fo make your alfresco amazing!

I'm wild about Lele Sadoughi's Downtown Leopard Cat Eye Sunnies!

Have A Fabulous Weekend!

XOXOX

Deb

Foodie Friday: You'll Scream For This Ice Cream

 

Sunday is National Ice Cream Day. So today's post is all about ....you guessed it....ice cream! We did an Ice Cream Sundae Bar on the 4th of July. It was a big hit. Any type of participartory mealtime event is always fun for a crowd.  Going out for ice cream is a fun summer tradition. After perusing this post, you just may want to stay in. 

Pina Colada Nice Cream

This is another no churn frozen dessert with a banana base. Add some coconut cream and coconut rum, and you have a boozy summer treat.  

The Rogue Brussel Sprout

Lavender Honey Ice Cream

How appealing, right? This recipe calls for making a custard...old school. But the steps just might be worth it. You'll need some culinary lavender. I sourced it for you at Amazon.

Frolic And Fare

No Churn Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
Have you noticed how good strawberries are this summer? They are expensive, too. At the Farmer's Market organic strawberries were $12! But they were the best strawberries I ever had. This recipe calls for store bought cheesecake. And that's such a step saver.

The Cozy Plum

Ice Cream Sundae Flute Glass

Serve your homemade creations with style. Let's face it, ice cream cones are messy, but these glass cones are both chic and mess free.

Anthropologie

Coconut Sorbet
I grew up on homemade coconut ice cream, but I never had it made in a sorbet. It sounds so light and refreshing. The best is that it can be made in a blender or ice cream maker.

The Cozy Plum

No Churn Chocolate Bar Ice Cream

I'll be trying this on very soon. The perfect chocolate fix!

Colleen Christiansen Nutrition

GreenPan Frost Frozen Drink & Ice Cream Maker

This electric ice cream maker is so new it's not quite in stock yet. Pre-order it now while it is on sale. Available in four colors. Will ship by mid August,

GreenPan

Peanut Butter Swirled Chocolate Fudge Popsicles

Here is your new HEALTHY way to get a chocolate fix. It's made with dates, bananas, coconut milk, raw granola, cocoa powder, and creamy peanut butter. It's all made in a blender. I have linked you up to all kinds of popsicle molds at amazon.

Half Baked Harvest

No Churn Southern Banana Pudding Ice Cream

The ingredients include cream cheese and vanilla wafers. What a delight this must be.

Dash of Jazz

No Churn Pistachio Ice Cream
The recipe calls for pistachio paste. I am sure that this concentrated paste gives the green coloring and dreamy flavoring.YUM!

A Classic Twist

Eve Coupe Dessert Glass

This is an elegant way to serve ice cream or any dessert. It's lovely for $10.

CB2

No Churn Peach Cobbler Ice Cream

Oh this takes me back to my mom's peach ice cream.  And though she just made straight peach ice cream, she would serve it over homemade peach cobbler. Kind of the same, and just delicious.

Quiet Baking Day

No Churn Coffee Cookie Dough Ice Cream

Vegan & Gluten Free
The author says it best: "This cookie dough ice cream is so rich and creamy, flavored with coffee, gluten free cookie dough, and a smooth fudge swirl"  This ice cream is a dream for those with food issues.

Butternut Baker

Whynter Ice Cream Maker Machine

This maker with a built in compressor is one of Food & Wine's top picks. No need to pre-freeze a bulky bowl or canister. It makes, ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbet in 30 to 60 minues. Now 24% off.

Amazon

Oreo Mud Pie

Coffee & Chocolate Ice Cream, rich fudge, and Oreos? There's nothing not to like here. This must be one killer dessert.

The Fresh Cooky

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Gifts For Girlfriends

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Most girls take friendships seriously. In the best circumstances, it's a sisterhood to be cherished. There are so many reasons we can treat our girlfriends to a little or big gift ~  a bad break up, a special birthday, a job promotion, divorce, and even for no reason at all. This post features gift ideas for every type of friend beginning at $16.

Fancy Small Lacquer Tray

Mine, too! Handmade and polished to perfection. She will use it on her coffee table, vanity and bar cart. $48

Furbish Studio

Perfect For The Friend With a Colorful Home and Vocabulary.

HP Movement Resistance Hip Bands

Made of fabric so it's easy on bare skin. Each band offers a different level of resistance, and helps build muscle mass. $16

Free People

Perfect For Girls Who Need Strength Training

Philosophy Amazing Grace Luminous Body Oil

Gift her with something she probably does not have. It's a luxe gift that will pamper and nourish her skin with a subtle sheen. It seems that everyone loves the fresh clean scent. It's pretty! $50

Philosophy  and   Anthropologie 

Perfect For The Girl Who Loves Her Self Care

Lipstick Kisses Cocktail Napkins

Lip-smacking smooches. Cocktail Hour is a little more chic with these hand stitched Belgian linen napkins. $95

Dear Annabelle

Perfect For The Hostess With The Mostess

Jonathan Adler Mug

If French is her cup of tea, she will love this modern mug. It has a vibe for $18

Jonathan Adler

Perfect For The Le Chic Friend

Fifth Avenue: 200 Years Of Stories & Legends

What a beautiful coffee table book! $120. I would just love it. The photos are fab.

Over The Moon

Perfect For Any New Yorker or the Well Traveled Girl

Scalloped Stoneware Picture Frame
Hand painted and so haute. These frames are fabulous. They will stand on their own or can be hung. Pick a color that blends with her decor, and insert a silly selfie of the two of you. $26

Anthropologie

Perfect For The Decor Obsessed

Acrylic Knot Bangles
I have bought a few of these as gifts. They are so fun and well made! They come in 14 colors and 7 sizes. $48

Chofa Jewelry

Perfect For Girls Who Like To Have Fun With Their Accessories.

Santa Barbara Designs Sippn' Pretty Tray

I know that this is a great gift, as I bought it for myself. It has two nice handles on the sides. It isn't heavy, but it feels and looks substantial. It's great for creating charcuterie trays and serving chic cocktails. $25

Amazon

Perfect For The Entertainer

The Anni Jar

Created by Anni Albers, one of the most renowned textile artists. Like her fabulous fabric, this jar blurs the lines between traditional craft and art.  The right girl will know just what to do with it. $64

Alice Lane Home

Perfect For Designers & Those Who Appreciate Art.

Crown Affair The Hair Towel

This is such a girlfriend gift. Can you imagine a guy buying this for you? We girls get it, and we take our hair seriously. This towel promises to speed up drying time, and prevent hair breakage. That in itself is worth the $55

Sephora

Perfect For Girls Who Love A Good Hair Day

Gold Spiral Personalized Notebook

Personalized just for her, to include her hair and skin color.  Who couldn't use this? $30

A Thing Created Etsy

Perfect For The Girl Who Works From Home

Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Eye Patches

Who knew that something so basic could be so glam? Town and Country Magazine gave these the "best award" for under eye circles. Sign me up. It's a fun and functional gift. $26

Nordstrom  

Perfect For Almost Any Girl! Having a Girls Night In? Get Them for Everyone.

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Game On! Summer Sport Styles

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Back in the day, I played tennis....not very well, but I loved the outfits. Just ask Mr. Shop This...so did he. :) The Wimbledon games this past week, put me in the mood for some sporty chic styles.  These looks are very interchangeable on and off the courts and on the green. So scroll down, get your game on,  and score some style points.

Americana Mesh Fischer Sweater

I would wear this on and off the court! Pair it with a tennis dress or white tank and jeans.

Tuckernuck

Beach Riot Devyn Sweatshirt

For those who love to play or just love the clothes, like me!

Anthropologie

Scallop Hem Tennis Skirt

Leave it to Lululemon to level up a basic. Love the stylish scallops at the hemline.

Lululemon

Tory Burch Golf Dress

Old school cool, and rather Gucci-like.

Tory Burch

Chase Mid Rise Skort

On sale now and great for almost all sports.  Available in three shades. I thought this subtle mauve was pretty.

Varley

Palm Heights & HM Home 

Beach Tennis Set
A great gift for beach lovers.

H & M

UPS 50 Plus Luxletic Dania Dress

When life gives you lemons....wear them!This is a fun dress for whatever sport you play. That Upf is a healthy bonus

Lilly Pulitzer

Grand Slam Dress

Classic and ever so cute! The front of the dress features a flattering square neckline.

Free People

Scallop Tennis Tote

Super good looking, and functional, too. It's a chic carryall on or off the courts.

Ame & Lulu and Bloomingdale's

Tangerine Paddles

Certainly the best looking paddles that I have come across. They are vibrant and USA Pickleball approved! 30% off now.
Tangerine Paddles

Johnny Was Bee Active Dress & Jacket

This is the season of the set, and this is a good one.  You will wear that jacket with so mny other pieces.

Saks Fifth Avenue

Personalized Tennis Balls

The perfect gift for any tennis player!

Mark and Graham

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