Mrs. Lilien’s Cocktail Swatchbook: Classic Cocktails with a Twist

Just in time for summer parties, Mrs. Lilien has done it again with her Cocktail Swatchbook. This glamorous guide provides 50 cocktail recipes with tips for serving every drink in style. Click here to order.

Lilly Pulitzer Palm Beach Gardens Teacher Appreciation Weekend

Lilly Pulitzer Palm Beach Gardens is having a teacher appreciation event weekend May 24-26. They are offering all teachers with valid identification a bounceback of $25 off $125 and $50 off $250. Hurry in and pick out that fabulous last day of the year outfit. 

Rustic Chic Nashville wedding at Cedarwood by Anne Wolfenden Knight and Robin Wolfenden

I had to share the wedding we attending this weekend at Cedarwood in Nashville. I am a sucker for details and this mother/daughter duo really did an amazing job with all of the special touches. As guests walked up to the plantation, we were greeted with lemonade in mason jars and my favorite pink striped straws. I loved the oversized couch in the lawn, the tree swing, and the chandelier and mason jars hanging from the trees. The ceremony was out on the sprawling lawn and it was so sweet. Cocktail hour was in the barn and the entry was lined with gold mirrors and frames, there was a blue grass band playing, drinks were served in mason jars and the bar ingredients were written out on a window pane. There was also a cigar bar set up and the beer was arranged in the back of an old pick up truck with personalized koozies of course. As you entered dinner there was a table with all their family wedding photos with a moss A + J. Dinner was under strung lights and the tables had burlap runners with lanterns, flowers and mason jars. We danced the night away to a great band and the bride and groom exited to a sparkler path lit by the guests. The evening was picture perfect.


Today on Palm Beach Lately | Social: Four Arts Celebrate Tres De Mayo

Summer Event Style: Trina Turk for Banana Republic

Just in time for summer parties, weddings and travel, Trina Turk and Banana Republic have come together to create a collection for summer 2012 that will be in stores June 7th. The collection will consist of swimwear, towels, dresses, shorts, sunglasses and accessories. Glamour.com has given readers an exclusive sneak peek into the look book. I can't wait!  

Rendina Family Foundation’s 6th Annual “Raising the B.A.R.” Bruce A. Rendina Memorial Golf Tournament

Rendina Family Foundation’s 6th Annual “Raising the B.A.R.”

Bruce A. Rendina Memorial Golf Tournament Raised More Than $170,000

Palm Beach, FL, May 15, 2012 – The Rendina Family Foundation’s 6th Annual "Raising the B.A.R." Bruce A. Rendina Memorial Golf Tournament held on Friday, April 27 and Saturday, April 28, 2012 at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida raised more than $170,000.  

Friday evening's Welcome Reception, sponsored by Anderson-Moore Construction and Freese Johnson kicked off the event. From 7-9 p.m. guests enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, a silent and live auction on the Ocean Lawn at The Breakers. Golfers teed off on The Breakers’ Ocean Course Saturday morning at 8 a.m. and an awards luncheon immediately followed. First place team was Hunter Beebe, Hampton Beebe, Avery Klann and Gary Pohrer.

The event’s “Raising the B.A.R.” Sponsors were Anderson-Moore Construction and Freese Johnson. The Eagle Sponsor was KeyBank Real Estate Capital. Birdie Sponsors included Dignity Health, Healthcare Real Estate Capital; Liquid Holdings Group, LLC; and The Gardens Mall.

Proceeds from the Sixth Annual Rendina Family Foundation "Raising the B.A.R." Bruce A. Rendina Memorial Golf Tournament will help the Foundation support its mission.  The Rendina Family Foundation strives to enhance the quality of life for families and individuals who have been affected by cancer. The Foundation endeavors to accomplish this through the funding of organizations, hospitals and biotechnology companies that excel in researching and developing cures for cancer. In addition, the Foundation supports efforts to increase the general welfare of the communities in which it is actively involved. Since its inception, the Rendina Family Foundation has donated more than $5 million to organizations nationwide.

For more information about the Rendina Family Foundation, please visit www.rendinafamilyfoundation.com or call (561) 628-3058.

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Today on Palm Beach Lately | Palm Beach Lately Cocktail Launch At Imoto 

A Day of Weddings on One Kings Lane

Starting Wednesday, May 16th you will be able to find the perfect wedding essentials, gifts and more with the help of One Kings Lane. Whether you're planning a wedding or planning to attend one, they have everything you may need. Click here to learn more. 

Crazy for Cork

These days cork seems to be popping up everywhere. Here are a few of my current favs.

1. J.Crew Invitation Clutch $98.00
2. Sam Edelman Gigi Sandal $65.00
3. Kate Spade Elina Flats $225.00
4. Ann Taylor Perfect Cork Skinny Belt $30.00

Today on Palm Beach Lately | Getaway to John's Island Club in Vero Beach

Amy Atlas, Sweet Designs: Bake It, Craft It, Style It

One of my faves in the industry, Amy Atlas, has come out with a new book Amy Atlas, Sweet Designs: Bake It, Craft It, Style It. The woman who created the dessert table shows fans how to create her fabulous tables for all different types of parties. Can’t wait to pick up my copy.

Click here to purchase.

Palm Beach Lately Cocktail Launch At Imoto

Join us next Wednesday, May 16th from 6-8 pm at Imoto in Palm Beach for the launch of the "Palm Beach Lately" cocktail.  A refreshing drink made with champagne, fresh grapefruit juice and a splash of grenadine, this new twist on a classic cocktail will delight your palate.  Can't make the launch party?  Come by Buccan or Imoto anytime after Wednesday to enjoy one.   

Contact: RSVP to hello@palmbeachlately.com or 561.628.3058

Location: 350 South County Road, Palm Beach, FL 33480

Restaurant Hours: Monday to Thursday from 6 pm to 11 pm (bar open until 12 am), Friday and Saturday from 6 pm to 12 am (bar open until 1 am) and Closed Sundays

Cinco de Mayo birthday celebration at Cha Cha’s

It was the birthday of one of our besties and what better theme than Cinco de Mayo. We decorated the table with donkey and sombrero piñatas, maracas,  Happy Birthday confetti, margarita candles and mustaches from Party City. Each placesetting had a piñata cookie, menu card, mustache, mustache straw and mini patron bottle. Piñata cookies and sombrero cookies were made by The Sugar Monkey. Inspiration and directions for the Piñata and sombrero cookies can found at She Knows and Edible Crafts.


Today on Palm Beach Lately | Social: Tina Cassidy's Jackie After O Book Signing

Bee-Themed Baby Reveal

I’ve been MIA after a two day weekend of events but I am back. I thought I would share a few fun ideas for a recent bee-themed baby reveal

1)      Honey jar favors with dippers by ElsieJ on Etsy

2)      Honey comb patterned invite by ElsieJ on Etsy

3)      Bee hive piñata with blue or pink candy to announce if it’s a boy or girl

4)      Burt’s Bees chapsticks to those who guess the correct sex of the baby