Happy Monday, everyone! I’ve been trying to share more about my life here on the blog. While today’s post is not a sponsored one (or even necessarily retro), I just wanted to shine the spotlight on a delicious liqueur that I’ve been enjoying over the last few months. Are you familiar with “amaro,” which is a word for Italian herbal liqueur? There are many to choose from, and I finally bought a bottle of Ramazzotti this past weekend.
Hot Chocolate and Holiday Snacks
Happy Holidays! Don’t forget to make them sparkle. Today’s post is all about the power of a silver fringe curtain. And creme de menthe. I’m all about easy-to-prepare holiday snacks, and this one takes the cake. Or shall I say, takes the truffles. Serve popcorn and store-bought truffles, and wash them down with spiked hot chocolate. You’ve got your sweet, your salty and your minty, thanks to the “spiked” part. Read on for details…
A Modern Fall Table
If you’re a fan of geo style and you enjoy a good non-traditional fall table, today’s post is for you! I’m sharing a Thanksgiving tabletop I designed for Decoist, and my inspiration came from current trends such as mixed metallics and geo objects. A DIY table runner made from scrapbook paper, an affordable bouquet of copper-toned mums, and a few white pumpkins are other highlights. Read on for a sneak preview of the design…
Fun with Neon Frosting
Forget fancy recipes. Forget cookie decorating techniques. Today it’s all about fun with frosting—neon frosting! Whether you whip up a batch of foodie-fabulous icing or you buy a tub of Betty Crocker, make sure to keep things light and easy. Because cookie decorating during the month of October should be nothing less! Here are some simple yet radiant ideas for your Halloween junk food buffet…
Halloween Cocktails, Anyone?
Happy October! Let’s kick off the month with a festive beverage recipe, shall we?! Whether you’re having friends over for Halloween cocktails or mixing up a delicious drink for fall, you’ll enjoy the fruity tang of this Pomegranate Brew. It’s super easy to concoct, and you can dress it up or down. Read on for the recipe and plenty of spooky photos…
A Soapdish-Inspired Awards Show Party
Ready for a party?! How about a viewing party with all the in-your-face color and glamour of the 1991 film Soapdish starring Sally Field, Kevin Kline and Robert Downey Jr.? Soapdish inspired today’s photo shoot, which we’re sharing with you just in time for this weekend’s Emmy Awards. Because a vibrant awards show viewing party is as easy as combining a few details in a bold display of retro-modern style…
Mirror80 Turns 5!
On Saturday, August 15th, Mirror80 turned 5! To celebrate the blog’s 5th birthday, I mixed up a pitcher of fruity sangria, created a tropical party spread and celebrated with my nearest and dearest. This week at Mirror80 will be filled with fun, as I’ll be taking a look back at my 10 favorite posts, and I’ll be sharing a stellar home tour that will provide LOTS of design inspiration. I want to thank you for your support and kind words over the last five years. To say that I couldn’t do this blogging thing without all of you is an understatement! I wish I could’ve had you there with me to celebrate. Here are some photos of the festivities…
2 Refreshing Mocktails for Summer
Sometimes in the heat of the summer, it’s nice to take a break from the booze. Maybe you’re looking for a non-alcoholic alternative to serve at a party, or perhaps you just want to keep things light and fresh. Today I’m sharing two mocktails that are so easy to prepare, I’d hardly call the instructions below “recipes”. Keep reading for details…
A Colorful Summer Party
Here in the USA, we’re preparing for a long 4th of July holiday weekend! If you’re searching for colorful tabletop ideas, today’s post is for you. I’m sharing the photos from my latest Mirror80 shoot, which combines retro flair with the current abstract art and Memphis-Milano revivals. While the color scheme will definitely work for the 4th of July, this vibrant tabletop can carry you through the summer, especially since tropical plants are involved!
A Pretty in Pink Party
Ready for a party? If you follow Mirror80’s Retro Foodie series, you know that the intersection of entertaining and ’80s style is a true passion of mine. Things are going to get a bit girly today, but you should also know by now that pink floral style isn’t the norm here on Mirror80. Which means I must have a pretty good reason for this post…and that reason is the 1986 film Pretty in Pink!
