Spending a weekend at someone's beach house? Be the guest that is always welcomed back by bringing a set of monogrammed coasters for your gracious host. Known for their crisp patterns and vibrant colors, IOMOI's glass coasters can dress up any table. They are the perfect place for a minty mojito when you entertain or as a chic table accessory ...

Whether on a sandy dune or a patch of grass, dining outdoors is a favorite summer pastime. Heath Ceramics has introduced a luxurious Picnic Set that features two 3-piece place settings housed in a chic yet sturdy canvas and suede tote by S. Stein. Known for their minimalist work bags, S. Stein designed the tote with clever features such as ...

Mingle at the party but keep your wine glass from getting lost in the mix with these clever stem markers from Modern Twist. Made from non-toxic silicon, Vinotagz come in solid colors or decorative geometric or botanical silk-screened patterns. You can further personalize your marker by writing your name on it with a ballpoint pen. A damp cloth wipes off the ink so tags can ...

Pretty florals and bright botanicals have long been popular motifs in home decoration. This season brings us a fluttering of butterflies which seem to be appearing on everything from embroidered pillows to hand-painted tumblers. Unique butterfly accents can be a chic way to dress up your summer tabletop, especially with all of those bridal and baby showers coming up. Crystal Barware by Ted Muehling (starts ...

Dress up an otherwise drab place setting by adding these mismatched colored glasses by Dutch company Pols Potten. Each with its own unique design cut, these whimsical tumblers come in beautiful jewel tones including smoke, ink, amber, moss, seagreen and violet. A set of 6 dishwasher safe glasses is available for $99 on Lekker. One of our favorite sites for home ...

Lazy winter weekends are the perfect occasion for breakfast in bed. Give your morning pancakes and coffee an extra kick with these vibrant, modern trays by Vivre. Made of Plywood and fabric that is coated in colored resin, the Bent Tray ($175) is available in orange, yellow, blue, white and green. With such festive colors to choose from, you might be more inspired ...

When it comes to event planning, the devil is in the details. But, in the end, it's the extra touches that make your party a special affair. Stylish hosts go to Foryourparty.com to custom design everything from monogrammed stir sticks to personalized coasters to branded napkins and wedding favors. Some of our favorites include barrel matches monogrammed with a single initial ($120 for 50) and ...

Nothing dampens the party spirit more than running out of drinks or glasses at the bar. To avoid an entertaining mishap, we turned to our friends Deborah Williamson and Bryan Calvert of Williamson Calvert for some expert advice. From their years of planning events and designing menus for A-listers including Donatella Versace, Kate Hudson, Hilary Swank and Patrick Demarchelier, they share their tips on how to ...

While tradition might dictate that you monogram linens for her and bar ware for him, these days you can put initials on just about anything. Iomoi, the online retailer known for their chic stationery, features handmade Lucite trays that can be customized with a paper inlay inscribed with a personal message, a quote or a monogram with your choice of ...

Fancy yourself an oenophile? Then you must already know about the latest issue that has the food and wine industry atwitter. While it's understandable that you might need a sommelier to help you navigate a wine list, some aficionados are now insisting that each varietal needs its own specific stemware.

According to an article in the New York Times, ...

The idea of a wedding registry is appealing. You get to ask for all of the lovely things you want and your loved ones get to buy them for you. But, once you start shopping, you realize just how overwhelming it can be. Faced with endless Wedgwood china patterns, Baccarat crystal goblets and Lalique vases, you decide to seek out something a little simpler. If your style ...

When temperatures start to rise, there is a mass exodus out of New York City. Whether to Montauk or St. Tropez, we do whatever we can to bring the party to the beach. But, there are always a few weekends when you just can't get away. My advice on how to beat the heat? Gather some friends and host a summertime dinner of chilled crab claws and ...

As a hostess, I am self-admittedly a little on the lazy side. But, do you blame me for loving the party more than the prep? I promise you that with some savvy planning your guests will never know the difference. So, what's my secret for stylish and simple entertaining? I think the Beatles said it best - ...

I never paid much attention to Salt and Pepper. To be honest, I found them quite boring. Yet, somehow, they were invited to every single dinner party. Not only did they seemed make it around the table - passed from guest to guest - they were even called out by name. They may be social but they seriously lacked a sense of style. Until now. ...

During a time when women did not go to dinner parties without escorts, Eva Zeisel was crossing continents in search of creative independance. And, at 100 years old, the world renowned designer is still a force of nature. Best known for her organic, ...