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Posts from the “HOME RULE” Category

Mix & Max

Posted on February 11, 2013

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Raw food is all the rage–so our friend (and talented decorator) Max Sinsteden has dreamed up some groovy smoothie recipes for y’all to enjoy. We’d been salivating over his gorgeous Instagrams of these sweet treats, and he was more than happy to lend us his tricks for making a delish morning drink. For most of these recipes, he recommends a professional-grade Vitamix blender, which can handle juicer-worthy fruits and veggies (apples and leafy kale) that regular blenders can’t. More recipes and tips follow after the jump.

Categories: HOME RULE

Tagged: food, juice, smoothie

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2012

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We hope your holiday is filled with cheer and that Santa brings you everything you want. Thanks to the flocked tree, it’s even been a white Christmas in Florida. Van woke up with this little bundle of joy under the tree–Chester, a miniature dachshund and spaniel mix. If he ever stops moving, we’ll have more photos of the little guy.

Categories: HOLIDAY, HOME RULE

Tagged: Christmas, holidays

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Christmas Countdown: Day 2

Posted on December 21, 2012

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It is finally time to unwind to begin “Christmassing.” We have been enjoying the merriment by shopping, gift wrapping, and toasting with cranberry infused cocktails. Summer, in particular, is enjoying the festivities–enamored by gifts and bows, she is the quintessential Christmas pup.

Categories: HOLIDAY, HOME RULE, SUMMER THE DOG

Tagged: holidays

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Christmas Countdown: Day 1

Posted on December 20, 2012

christmascountdownDSC_0003 DSC_0021DSC_0006DSC_0039 DSC_0017NP Lauren Dec01 DSC_0030This year, the halls were decked with boxwood garland–spiced up with red pepperberries and tied with silver ribbon. The silver and red theme carried throughout, with taper candles and shiny accents. Heirloom silver flatware, monogrammed napkins, and Kim Seybert glasses set the mood for simple but elegant table setting.

Categories: HOLIDAY, HOME RULE

Tagged: holidays

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Throwing a Festive Holiday Party

Posted on November 26, 2012

This coming weekend kicks off Washington’s busy holiday party season (sometimes tempting revelers with three or more parties in one night). If you’re planning on hosting friends this year, here are a few things to keep in mind to ensure party perfection. Follow these tips and you’ll have a blast at your own party!

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COCKTAIL SHAKER: Keg Works // BOW TIE: Lanvin // PUNCH BOWL: Sadek Silver // CHAMPAGNE GLASS: William Yeoward

Categories: HOME RULE, PARTY POLITICS

Tagged: cocktails, entertaining, holidays, home, Lanvin, William Yeoward

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The Dapper Home Bar, Part II

Posted on September 28, 2012

ON VAN • SWEATER: Ralph Lauren // SHIRT: Tom James (custom) // BOW TIE: Ralph Lauren // PANTS: Ralph Lauren // SHOES: Stubbs & Wootton // BELT BUCKLE: Tiffany & Co. // BELT STRAP: Ralph Lauren

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ON LAUREN • ROMPER: Ted Baker // SHOES: Pour La Victoire // BRACELETS: J.Crew, David Yurman // WATCH: Michael Kors

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BAR CART: Restoration Hardware {similar} // NAPKINS: The Town Duck // DECO SHAKER: Ralph Lauren // MARTINI GLASSES: CB2 // ASSORTED VINTAGE BARWARE: Miss Pixie’s, Christ Child Opportunity Shop

Categories: FALL/WINTER, HOME RULE, LAUREN'S LOOKS, VAN'S LOOKS

Tagged: cocktails, David Yurman, Michael Kors, Pour la Victoire, Ralph Lauren, Restoration Hardware, Stubbs & Wootton, Ted Baker, Tiffany & Co., Tom James

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Dapper Decor

Posted on March 8, 2012

photos by Katie Warren of Go Kate Shoot from feature on Washingtonian’s Shop Around blog

Categories: HOME RULE

Tagged: home

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Cocktail Ring

Posted on March 6, 2012

Categories: HOME RULE, PARTY POLITICS, SNAPSHOTS

Tagged: home

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Holiday Open House

Posted on December 21, 2011

Can’t go wrong with fresh garland, silver, and red for an afternoon holiday party.

Categories: HOLIDAY, HOME RULE, PARTY POLITICS

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The Hayride

Posted on November 15, 2011

// RECIPE: Danny Meyer’s Mix Shake Stir, a “cookbook” for cocktails

Categories: FALL/WINTER, HOME RULE, PARTY POLITICS

Tagged: drink, food, holidays, home

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