Fourthing with Red, White & Blue Style

Navy and White Striped Wicker Wine Tote

 

Whether for the Fourth of July, beach, tailgating, picnics, boating, camping with panache and more, tote your wine and food with style. I have some great picks.

Jackie Kennedy & Summer Scarves

Jackie Kennedy, Italy, circa 1960s

 Jackie Kennedy was such a style icon. Scarves were very much part of that persona and there are a myriad of photographs of her donning a scarf, often Hermés.

The Nautical Chinoiserie Summer Table

Kim Seybert

 

This is a great look from Kim Seybert for setting the summer table. Blue and white stripes and navy chain link napkin rings add a preppy and nautical vibe. Wicker placemats/chargers are so popular and perfect for summer. And bamboo flatware is a favorite for lovers of chinoiserie.

Christmas Ginger Jars

Red Candy Stripe Ginger Jar

 

I can't wait to start decorating for the holidays and I am already in planning mode. I always like adding a few new things to my Christmas decor. I have been eyeing these ginger jars in red and green.

Memorial Day Weekend

Cap Sleeve Striped Swimsuit

Memorial Day Weekend is here and I am really looking forward to some down time. I hope everyone has some well deserved rest and relaxation planned.

Red, White, and Blue

Red, White, and Blue Outdoors

 

With Memorial Day this coming weekend, red, white and blue is the color palette. This is a board I did years ago using red, white, and blue outdoors in a sophisticated way with lots of chinoiserie including blue and white Chinese porcelain and Chinese Chippendale.

The Blue and White Striped T-Shirt

Boatneck T-Shirt with Bows in Striped Mariner Cotton

An incredibly classic and versatile piece for your warm weather wardrobe is the blue and white striped T-shirt. It can be paired with shorts, jeans, white slacks, a skirt, so many choices. I love pairing it with a ballgown skirt for a fun juxtaposition of casual and dressy.

The Blue and White Shirtdress

Amelia Shirtdress in Striped Cotton Poplin

A great shirtdress is such a spring and summer classic. I especially like this ruffled update and love the blue and white stripes. This looks so comfortable but polished. I could wear this anywhere here in Florida.

The Chinoiserie Bathroom

Scott Meacham Wood - House Beautiful

 

Here is wonderful inspiration for packing a whole lot of blue and white chinoiserie into a tiny bathroom. This bath has a Nantucket vibe as well with its blue and white stripes. I love the classic backdrop of black and white tiles.

Blue and White Chinoiserie Outdoors

Todd Richesin Interiors

 

I love this garden vignette with blue and white stripes and a pair of blue and white Chinese porcelain garden stools. I have had Chinese garden stools outside for decades and they do not deteriorate in the least. They were in my garden in Alexandria, Virginia in rain and snow and freezing temps and here in South Florida in scorching sun and tropical storms. I did move them into the garage for cat 5 Hurricane Ian though! 

Blue and White Fall Decorating

MacKenzie - Childs Sterling Stripe Halloween Pumpkin

I can't wait until real pumpkins start arriving here. In DC they arrived around Labor Day, but here in Florida is always later for some reason. I will start today putting out my pumpkin decor. I have a nice collection of wicker and raffia pumpkins. I love this blue and white striped one. Very chic.

Blue & White and Wicker Wine Tote

Navy and White Striped Canvas Wicker Wine Tote

 

One of my favorite finds is this darling insulated wicker and canvas wine tote. I attend lots of wine tastings here. I had one just last night. Someone hosts in their home and everyone brings a selected wine varietal and a dish to share. This tote keeps your wine chilled and safe en route. Great of course for picnics and boating.

Stars and Stripes Sales

Maeve Star Cutwork Caftan

 

There are many great Fourth of July sales going on right now. I have this fabulous star caftan above and love it. It can be worn as a swimsuit coverup, but I wear it over a black slip. A great dupe for La Vie Style House lace caftans that are close to a thousand dollars.

My Favorite Dog Bed

Harry Barker Vintage Stripe Dog Bed

 

After much trial and error, I have finally found a dog bed I absolutely love. I got the Harry Barker Vintage Stripe Dog Bed pictured above about eight months ago, and it still looks brand new. It looks great, wears great, and my dog loves it. Winner winner chicken dinner.

Nautical & Nice

J.Crew

I love navy blue and white and stripes and especially with a nautical vibe. Such a great classic summer look. Here are some favorites.

Stars, Stripes, and Wicker for Summer

Star Cutwork Mini Caftan

 

With Memorial Day and summer at our doorstep, here are some favorite ways to add chic stars, stripes, and wicker to your warm weather wardrobe.

Blue and White Stripes High/Low

Frances Valentine

 

A look I have always loved is pairing a dressy piece with a casual one. This is especially true with fancy skirts and a casual top. For example, I love to pair a long ballgown skirt with a man's white shirt. Very Caroline Herrera.

The Tiny Beach House

CCC

 

I thought I would share a little progress report on CCC II. I have been furnishing my rattan mini beach house with all my favorite things - chinoiserie, palm trees, blue and white, stripes, seashells, wicker, Chinese garden stools, banana leaf, and needlepoint. I would like to live here!

It is still a work in progress - next project is artwork. Here are some peeks at the rooms.

Blue and White Stripes

Midi Dress in Striped Taffeta

Preppy, nautical, and classic, blue and white stripes are the essence of spring and summer dressing. I have rounded up some favorites I love....

Chinoiserie for the Guest Bedroom

Faux Bamboo Luggage Rack

 

I have been looking for a nice folding luggage rack for the guest bedroom for ages and I finally found it.