5 Things You Need for the Perfect Summer Bar

In summer, we’re all about relaxed, effortless entertaining. One thing that can make all the difference? A stylish home bar that’s ready to party at a moment’s notice. Here’s everything you need to set up your own chic drinks station. Cheers!

1. A Fabulous (and Versatile) Bar Cart

Hosting is that much easier when all your barware is in one place. With room for drinks, glassware, cocktail napkins, and accessories, a bar cart is your entertaining command central—and with so many styles and sizes available, you’re sure to find one that suits your space. If you love to entertain outdoors, consider a bar cart on wheels, which can easily be moved to your porch or patio.

After the party, your bar cart can tuck away into any small nook. Or make it a decorative focal point: Just swap out glassware and garnishes for books and accents.

2. A Stylish Beverage Dispenser

In other words, your key to actually enjoying your own party. Simply mix up a batch of your favorite refresher (we love a good lemonade or a fruit infused water) and let guests top up their glasses as they please. It’s totally hands-off—and makes for a showstopping display.

3. Party-Ready Glassware

There’s always a place for the basics, but a little embellishment will make your bar setup feel extra special. Look for our glassware with exclusive detailing and style, they’re sure to garner oohs and aahs from guests.

It’s also smart to have a variety of shapes on hand for different types of drinks—think highballs, old-fashioned glasses, and shot glasses for measuring.

4. The Right Tools

Embrace your inner mixologist: With the right tools on hand, you can craft a whole array of flavorful summer cocktails. Stock your bar with the essentials, including a jigger, a shaker, a strainer, and a stirrer. As for your bottle opener and corkscrew, why not upgrade to a playful shape or a fun, luxe material? After the party, corral all your tools in a stylish cup or a tray.

5. Plenty of Ice—and a Chic Ice Bucket!

Keeping ice right next to the rest of your ingredients makes it even easier for guests to fix their own drinks without you lifting a finger (no more runs to the kitchen!). It’s also a great excuse to snap up a chic ice bucket. Whether you opt for a punchy, graphic design or a sleek midcentury style, this is one bar accessory that’ll come in handy for all kinds of occasions.

5 Things You Need for the Perfect Summer Bar

In summer, we’re all about relaxed, effortless entertaining. One thing that can make all the difference? A stylish home bar that’s ready to party at a moment’s notice. Here’s everything you need to set up your own chic drinks station. Cheers!

1. A Fabulous (and Versatile) Bar Cart

Hosting is that much easier when all your barware is in one place. With room for drinks, glassware, cocktail napkins, and accessories, a bar cart is your entertaining command central—and with so many styles and sizes available, you’re sure to find one that suits your space. If you love to entertain outdoors, consider a bar cart on wheels, which can easily be moved to your porch or patio.

After the party, your bar cart can tuck away into any small nook. Or make it a decorative focal point: Just swap out glassware and garnishes for books and accents.

2. A Stylish Beverage Dispenser

In other words, your key to actually enjoying your own party. Simply mix up a batch of your favorite refresher (we love a good lemonade or a fruit infused water) and let guests top up their glasses as they please. It’s totally hands-off—and makes for a showstopping display.

3. Party-Ready Glassware

There’s always a place for the basics, but a little embellishment will make your bar setup feel extra special. Look for our glassware with exclusive detailing and style, they’re sure to garner oohs and aahs from guests.

It’s also smart to have a variety of shapes on hand for different types of drinks—think highballs, old-fashioned glasses, and shot glasses for measuring.

4. The Right Tools

Embrace your inner mixologist: With the right tools on hand, you can craft a whole array of flavorful summer cocktails. Stock your bar with the essentials, including a jigger, a shaker, a strainer, and a stirrer. As for your bottle opener and corkscrew, why not upgrade to a playful shape or a fun, luxe material? After the party, corral all your tools in a stylish cup or a tray.

5. Plenty of Ice—and a Chic Ice Bucket!

Keeping ice right next to the rest of your ingredients makes it even easier for guests to fix their own drinks without you lifting a finger (no more runs to the kitchen!). It’s also a great excuse to snap up a chic ice bucket. Whether you opt for a punchy, graphic design or a sleek midcentury style, this is one bar accessory that’ll come in handy for all kinds of occasions.

HOW WEDDING GIFTING EVOLVED!

Wedding season is here and deciding what to wear isn't the only stress for guests before attending a wedding. 

Figuring out what to give the happy couple, a decision that involves a variety of factors (How much money to spend? How well do you know them?) is one big deal to settle before the ceremony.

Wedding gifts originated from the notion of a bride price or dowry that was paid to the groom's family. It usually included land, animals, money, and other forms of historical wealth. The basic principle underlying the gifts was that the couple (specially bride) would be financially secure.

The wedding gift craze as we know it, however, really began in 1928. That’s the year that retail giant Macy’s had the brilliant marketing idea of introducing the wedding gift registry, where guests weren't expected to bring anything to the table.

In the current era of gift giving, guests are more apt to go off registry to get something more personal, or skip the presents altogether and just gift money. Instead, modern couples are finding creative ways to celebrate their day, including setting up charity donations or just asking for cash (politely, of course J).

Of course, “the symbolism is perhaps a little different- now the gifts are expressions of love and don’t necessarily provide financial security in the event of widowhood.”

So this is how wedding gifting evolved throughout history.

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Last Minute Christmas Gifts, It’s Not Too Late!

Although Christmas is just a few days away, there is still time to order last minute Christmas gifts for your friends and family members this year. We are here to help you with our exclusive range of Christmas & New Year Gifts that anyone would be thrilled to unwrap this year. Take a pick from our favourite checklist of products for a glitzy affair – from tableware to exclusive living room accents.

Tableware:

A perfect dinner set and an amazing table setting can change the whole look and feel of your festive decoration. Gift a special range of tableware to your loved ones & serve in style this festive season. SHOP NOW!

Photo frames:

Memories are the best part of festivals. Make some nice memories this festive season and preserve them forever in our exclusive range of photo frames. SHOP NOW!

Candles:

A perfect gift that will enlighten you and your friends and family with a special touch of glamour. These colourful metallic coloured candles adds up to your home décor.

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Wine glasses:

Our exclusive range of Fiona glasses are definitely one piece that will make a perfect gift for any wine lover. These glasses not only enhance your wine experience but also adds a luxe to the whole festive look. SHOP NOW!

  

 Explore the huge world of exclusive season gifts, visit our stores or www.elvy.com. HAPPY SHOPPING!