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By Kendah El-Ali
It’s time to clear out your stuffy
old china, the little black grill gathering
dust in the garage and that string of
chili pepper lights that used to hang
off your breakfast bar. Bold, yet simple
design and vibrant colors are hot this
summer. So, wow your guests with eye-grabbing
items sure to spice up your summer soiree.
Flamingo
Martini Glass
Just when cosmos get boring, this foot-tall
flamingo glass makes drinking fun again.
Gump’s, $80 each, (800) 882-8055,
gumps.com.
Mono Bar Wine
Rack
Silver, modern and stackable, this new
spin on the traditional wine rack keeps
bottles safely stored with flair. mono,
$69 for a single stack, $190 for a triple
stack, mono.com.
Natural
Garden Light Set
When lit, these lights made from wrapped
sticks give off a warm, candlelit glow.
Pull the plug, and they blend perfectly
into any natural surrounding, so they
can stay long after the party’s over.
Target, $9, target.com.
Bodum
George Grill
A chic twist on the mini-barbecue, this
portable number can accompany you on the
outdoor party circuit. It’s so stylish,
it has a matching tool set to boot. Flipping
a hamburger never was so neat. Grill,
$59.95; Tool Set, $39.95, (800) 232-6386,
bodum.com.
Zebra
Goblets
Safari style meets summer’s black-and-white
trends in these wild glasses. Sold in
sets of four. Gump’s, $50 for the
wine and martini glasses, $55 for the
water goblets, (800) 882-8055, gumps.com.
Ultimate
Settee with Digital Flat Screen Holder
A comfortable place for two to flop, this
leather sofa is a sure spot for luxurious
and intimate entertaining. The attached
plasma TV is well worth the splurge. Domus
Design Collection, $6,200; with TV holder,
$7,240, ddcnyc.com. |
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