8/25/10

Summer Style Secrets: FROM THE RIGHT BANK

 I'm thrilled to have Ally of FROM THE RIGHT BANK
 here today, spilling her Summer Style Secrets!
~*~
I like sunshine as much as the next person but it's my skin's worst enemy so sunscreen is a must. I love MD's All-in-One Tinted Moisturizer Sunscreen because it has the most terrific matte finish. 



Like a lot of people, I had always dismissed rosés as a cheap wine for people who don't know better. When I moved to France I learned just how wrong I had been. There are some great rosés on the market and in the warm summer months, I love it as an apertif or to take along on picnics. 2005 E. Guigal Tavel Rosé is a good one that you can find pretty easily in the U.S. 





I went to an outdoor concert recently and they were selling frozen lemonade. It was so refreshing that it's all I can think about on hot and steamy days here in Hotlanta, which is to say everyday. I found a recipe for one here. Add a little shot of something and I think it would also make a lovely cocktail. (Apparently, I like drinking in the summer.)





TOMS Classic Canvas Slip-On's are super lightweight and oh-so comfortable. It's the perfect thing to throw on on days when you'll be running around a lot. Plus, for every pair sold, TOMS gives a child in need a new pair of shoes. I love that!

Thanks so much Ally,
I love TOMS too...
{and cocktails and wine!}

46 comments:

Diana Mieczan said...

I love TOMS so much....Thanks for this sweet post:) I loved reading it:)
Kisses, ladies and have a wonderful day

ps: I am hosting a great GIVEAWAY, so please join in:)

Cara said...

I am LOVING Rose' these days...we had a sparkling Rose' this weekend that was fabulous- I will have to ask my friend where she got it <3

Stephanie said...

Great post! Thanks for sharing!

Shorely Chic said...

love toms and love a frozen lemonade with a little shot of something something!

Debby said...

Sunscreen with a matte finish? Sounds heavenly... I will be picking that one up for sure! xo

stylebyrachael said...

Roses definitely can be tasty, and so pretty in my flute! I always think of "An Affair to Remember" while sipping on it!

Amy said...

Cute post, I was just thinking about finding a sunscreen that doesn't leave you "glowy", thanks for the tip! *Amy

Tina said...

Really get a feeling of summer reading all of this!
Love red wine but have to admit I have not explored the rosé market yet, but will for sure give it a try.

Tonia @Chic Modern Vintage said...

I haven't had the wine before, but seems like I should give it a try, and Toms are my favorite...thanks for the Summer Style Secrets, but I'm really ready for the Fall :)

Helena - A Diary of Lovely said...

great essentials!

AB HOME Interiors said...

Wow all of this sounds great! Never tried rose' but I think it would be refreshing in summer months!
Xo
Amanda

So Chic Decor said...

Great post!

Ren- Lady Of The Arts said...

Um I think I like to drink, especially in the summer, too!

Dancing Branflake said...

Love those shoes and I love that you are still celebrating summer. Great guest post!

Anya said...

i like the vintage swimsuits♥ lol i know they aren't part of the post but aaaa. so pin up!


anya

lisaroyhandbags said...

I love rosé wines and they're so girly! Gotta find some Toms around here :)

Josie said...

TOMS are such a summer staple! Great picks, dear!
xo Josie
http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com

pretty pink tulips said...

So fun to see Ally's pics!!!! It's not feeling like summer here this week, so I'm crossing my fingers that next week is SUNNY! :)
xo Elizabeth

Ashley said...

loved this post!!! I too dismissed rose until I had an amazing bottle from france a few months ago! great summer choice..

Susie @ Maddie's Nest said...

Fun list....will have to check out that sunscreen....

Connie @ SogniESorrisi said...

That sunscreen sounds great!

Estelle said...

Cannot get enough rose during the summer months. Would love a glass right now...

Marie Z. said...

Nice post!

Jennifer said...

Fabulous picks! I am IN LOVE with those TOM's slip-ons!!!!

FROM THE RIGHT BANK said...

Thanks everybody for the nice comments and thanks, Sue for having me here today! [Sue: maybe it's just me but the last two images aren't showing up for me . . .] xoxo, Ally

SabinePsynopsis said...

I totally discovered Rosé this summer. Delicious!

Krysten @ After 'I Do' said...

I totally think I need to try that wine, yummy!

1 Funky Woman said...

I'm loving the frozen lemonade but of course with a shot, hello!

Oh I had the best time with Terri, she is amazing and her house was just to die for. I'm serious it is better than most magazines out there. She really was a doll and now my sister and she are going to do some serious scavenger hunts around Cali, so not fair! So glad you found me through her!

Meg

Style Chronicle said...

That frozen lemonade looks yummy! Love these style secrets. Can the series continue into the fall?

Pinecone Camp said...

Toms are pretty fab, and that frozen lemonade...yum!

Privet and Holly said...

I've read about
Toms for years
but have never had
them....Have to add
them to "The List!"
Love Ally's blog and
it's fun to see her
here on yours, Sue : )
xx Suzanne

Carmen Martins ACHADOS DE DECORACAO said...

Hi darling!!!! thank you so much for stopping by blog ACHADOS DE DECORACAO! If you want to, you may use Google Translator tool to read my posts! Write me in english - I got you perfectly!


Kisses and hugs from Sao Paulo - Brazil

shari @ little blue deer said...

Ally is so awesome! Loved this, frozen lemonade, yum! XX!

Lavender and Lilies said...

I keep hearing so much about Toms I need to try them out!

Jenn @ Living Luxe for Less said...

I love Toms and rose...good choices! I would love to see this series continue into the fall!

THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE said...

Oh yes that's so true about rose! Fabulous choices!

Breee said...

thanks for sharing! :D

http://vivalabreee.blogspot.com/

CDS said...

Have been wearing my tom's so much this summer. :)

Stacey said...

Love the MD line and now, i must see what's all the rave about this Tom..oh, Toms:-) Lovely post!

jules @ The Diversion Project said...

oh i do love a girl that includes a nice tipple in her summer essentials. great collection Ally!

and love this series zushie - brilliance! jxx

Hazel Williams said...

I love this collection of posts, it just has me gagging for it to be summer already!! :) Hazel

Hamptontoes said...

I have never tried on a pair of Toms, but perhaps I need to soon! I love that they donate a pair of shoes for every pair sold...makes shoe shopping more sensible!

Will @ Bright.Bazaar said...

Great tips from Ally! Have a lovely weekend!

Krystal said...

yesss, i love that wine is a summer staple! :)

Splendid Willow said...

Ok, I am going for the sunscreen. If Ally recommends it -- then it is a must buy!

Great seeing Ally here today = 2 wonderful ladies = the best blog posts!

Love to you both.

Sue, I have been the most terrible blog friend this summer but starting now (!) I will follow ALL your posts and your creative thinking.

And of course I missed your fab Swedish (!) giveaway beacause I was still at the beach in OR. Will not happen again, I can tell you that much... (:

Shannon said...

i just bought my first pair of toms (for my ever swollen preggo feet)

I see more toms in my future!

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