Think Pink - Hostess Gift Ideas

A selection of stylish gifts that also give back. Is there anything better? Consider bringing your hostess a present that supports breast cancer programs. 

A Diptyque CANDLE

A TOTE from Vineyard Vines

Lilly Pullitzer CHARM BRACELET

One can never have too many PASHMINAS

Philosophy SHOWER GEL

Georgetown CUPCAKES

Think Pink Cookies from ELENI'S

Personalized Note CARDS

Spooky Treats

 

Southern Living Magazine is a great resource for entertaining ideas. Here is a selection of fun spooky treats you can serve your ghosts and goblins on Halloween. Go HERE for all of the details.

Cheesy Fall Appetizer

Later this month I am hosting a dinner party and just found the perfect appetizer to serve with cocktails. Cheese fondue served in a roasted pumpkin. Yum! Here is the RECIPE.

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Five for Fall - Little Blue Deer

I am delighted that the uber hip Shari from LITTLE BLUE DEER is sharing her Five for Fall. Be sure to check out her blog and design portfolio.

1. A chic, sleek and neutral TABLECLOTH for entertaining 

2. Diptyque Candles are the best. Ah-dore! PATCHOULI is the perfect scent for 

fall!

3. Refresh your decor for the season with a DEER PRINT. Is it creepy or cool?

4. JULISKA JARDINS STONEWARE is perfect for fall. Luh-ve!

5. The perfect background music for cozy fall cocktails - MY MISTAKES by Eleanor Friedberger. 

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DC Cupcakes Delivered

Today is my sister-in-law's birthday and since she is home with a new baby, I wanted to be sure her birthday is celebrated. GEORGETOWN CUPCAKE is one of the best bakeries in the country and founded by sisters Katherine Kallinis and Sophie LaMontagne. The best part is you can pick your own assortment of treats to be shipped anywhere in the continental US. Yay!

Katherine and Sophie traded careers in fashion and private equity to pursue something a little sweeter — their passion for artful cupcakes. Both lifelong bakers, Katherine and Sophie opened Georgetown Cupcake in February 2008 as DC’s first and only cupcakery. Watch their show DC CUPCAKES on TLC!

A few delicious options:

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Marvelous Monograms

I recently discovered A SOUTHERN BUCKET on Etsy and love these burlap beverage tubs that you can have personalized with your monogram. The perfect detail for your wedding, for outdoor entertaining or an ideal gift.