In case you haven’t noticed, we are very fond of our French heritage here at Soirée – from our name to my last name (Guérard), and even to the name of our blog! So of course we couldn’t let the biggest fête in France pass us by without sharing our favorite ways to celebrate. Our team has gathered all you need to wear, serve, play, and admire for Bastille Day on Monday, but we might go ahead and start partying this weekend. It’s the French way of course!
WEAR: Rouge Coco Shine Hydrating Sheer Lipshine in Romance, $35, Chanel; C’est Bon Pullover, $60, Madewell; Vintage Chanel Big CC Pendent Necklace, $2,541, Shopbop; French Connection Fast Lois Chambray Shift Dress, $69, Gilt; Tidal Stripe Easy Tote, $44, C. Wonder; Navy Polka Dot Linen Women’s Classics, $54, TOMS
SERVE: Grey Goose Vodka, $32, BevMo!; San Pellegrino Sparkling Beverage, Limonata, $34 for 24, Soap.com; French Macarons,$31, Macaron Cafe; Pom Pom Drink Stirrers, $10, C. Wonder; Veuve Clicquot Brut NV, $41, Total Wine; Crème Brûlée Recipe
PLAY: Fun illustration from one of our favorite French brands Anne Fontaine; Classic French cocktail – French 75; City Bike, $298, C. Wonder; Little French Songs CD by former French first lady Carla Bruni, $12, Amazon.com; Red & Blue Striped Fringed Garden Hammock, $40, Gardens & Games
ADMIRE: Some of our favorite French images, icons, and artists. We especially love the Degas painting – a similar look can be found here.
Bonne Fête everyone and happy weekend!
