Guest Picks: Look For the Bar Necessities
Even if you don't drink often, the bar cart is all about bringing out the liquor once housed in dark cupboards and creating a storage solution that is not only convenient but classy, fun and shows off a bit of your wild side!
Here are a few stylish ideas for setting up a bar cart at home. — Monica from Hirondelle Rustique
How fun are these glasses? A far shot from the traditional wine glass, these would be a huge hit at parties. I'd have a hard time not using them for everything throughout the day!
Adding your own personal touch to a bar can be as simple as a monogrammed wine bottle stopper. Even better, these ones are hand-engraved and made of solid crystal-cut glass, meaning you'll be sure to receive something unique you can treasure forever.
Go big or go home! Lighting shouldn't go unnoticed when setting up a bar, as it adds a beautiful layered effect to the area. These unicorn lamps by Marie Christophe would work well on a buffet-style cabinet and are inspiring, sophisticated and whimsical — the perfect bar addition!Kindly note that if purchased, this item will be made to order exclusively for you, and therefore is not returnable . Because it is unique in nature, each model will vary slightly.
This barware knows how to have a good time! I love using bold accessories to add color and shine. And burnt orange is not only sophisticated, but fun.
I love the simplicity, elegance and striking finish of this bar cart. Ample space provides room for all your bar necessities.
A dramatic vase is a way to add panache as well as serve as a functional element. Use it as-is by displaying some colorful blooms, or filling it up with lemons, limes and oranges for making mixed drinks. It's a handy storage option!
A stunning pitcher like this adds an extra touch of style at parties or dinner events. I'd use it to serve up sangria on a warm summer day. It's also made from recycled bottles and is dishwasher safe.
A bar area is also meant to be a place for showing off your personality, so why not add some of your favorite statuettes or accessories? These black dogs are sleek and modern, the perfect touch for a chic bar.
Can an ice bucket be any more beautiful? If you're looking to create an eye-catching bar area, this unusual ice bucket is an instant attraction.
Using agate as plates is an outstanding alternative to regular dishware. As a guest, I would be thrilled to be served hors d'oeuvres on such an impressive plate. Agate comes in a variety of colors; use a slab to bring a sophisticated air to your party.
Straying from the typical bar cart, an antiqued gold finish table is a stunning alternative. The mirrored top reflects accessories and drinks, giving a bar area an extra sparkle.
A staple for every bar cart is a luxurious tray. This stainless steel tray is modern, glamorous and a perfect way to serve up your finest to your guests.
When displaying barware, don't forget about what's behind the setup. Using a mirror amplifies all that glam and glitz you've worked hard to create and is another way to showcase some serious style.
I love how this wine caddy adds a touch of a masculine/industrial vibe to a bar area and is also convenient for parties.Distressed powder-coat finish and sealed with matte lacquer, it lends a weathered look that won't mar tabletop surfaces.
When setting up a bar area, the details will really make it shine. Diamond-cut knobs can update a thrifty cabinet or, with a little craftiness, can also be turned into bottle stoppers.
I love this fun take on liquor bottles. It adds a graphical element to a bar area that's almost like art in itself.
A tasteful twist on the classic tumbler, these luxe glasses would be excellent for serving up mojitos on a hot summer day.
Nothing screams chic like shiny black crocodile skin and 14-karat gold. Not only would this candle be a handsome addition to a bar cart, it even gives off the scent of pink champagne!
If you are short on space but would still like to have a bar, set one up on top of a buffet cabinet. Store your fine china and other dining room accessories below while presenting your collection of stemware, wines and liquors on top. I love the clean lines and nail head trim on this piece and the black lacquer top offsets the crisp white in a snappy way.Next: More barware
Bamboo is not just a current trend, it's timeless. An elegant bamboo tray is the perfect place to show off your finest and is also multi-functional; when you don't want your house to look like a party 24/7, whisk it into the kitchen and set it up as a breakfast bar or use it in your bathroom as an extra place to store towels and toiletries.
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