Frocktails: Let It Snowball

For this month's frocktail, I wanted a white, wintry-looking drink, so I mixed up a coconut martini complete with a sorbet "snowball." It's an over-the-top dessert cocktail perfect for the end of a holiday dinner party.

This silver-foil dress from Anthropologie is a sassy little number. I love the poof of the skirt, the cap sleeves, and it has pockets! Case closed. It would be just right for a Christmas or New Year's party paired with some delicate jewelry and a sweet headband.

Coconut Snowball Martini

2 oz. vanilla vodka
1 oz. coconut rum
3 oz. coconut water
1 scoop of coconut sorbet

Combine vodka, rum and coconut water in a martini shaker and fill halfway with ice. Shake until the outside of the shaker is frosted and strain into a martini glass. Top with a round scoop of coconut sorbet. I used a 2 tablespoon-sized scoop. Serves one.

Dress found here. Headband found here. Frocktails is a monthly feature for fashion and libation inspiration.

Weekend in Photos

I had another working weekend, which is not so bad when you're cozy at home next to a twinkly Christmas tree, and it's 30 degrees outside. Still, I hope your weekend was more exciting than mine.

By the way, remember to enter the Red Clover giveaway if you haven't yet!

Monthly Photo Project: December

For this month's photo project, I want you to capture holiday cheer! I'll share the results on Tuesday, December 31st. Email me your photo and information in advance if you like, so I can highlight images from some of you. Send it to: southernhostess[at]gmail.com

Gifts for the Girls Under $50

Here are some eclectic and adorable items for the lovely ladies in your life. Hopefully they're worthy of a place under the tree. Happy shopping!

1. the world's cutest lunchbox, $22.50 2. lyrical art, $15 3. a darling dish, $28 4. a book of pies; $18.98 5. teapot for two, $26 6. fancy bobby pins, $10 7. makeup palette set, $29 8. striped tote bag, $36 9. vintage Christmas ornaments, $26 10. a cute camera strap, $27.80 11. tea towels that inspire teamwork, $35 12. a colorful necklace, $48 13. tasty salt water taffy, $6.50

Red Clover Gift Card Giveaway

Update: Jessica of dissolved into something is the winner!

I'm so happy to offer you a giveaway today from Red Clover, a charming shop based in my hometown of Savannah, Georgia. They also offer a great selection of affordable and stylish clothing and accessories online, perfect for picking up a little something for yourself in time for the holidays. I love the look of these green and red dresses for a Christmas party, and this cozy cardigan, bright scarf and sweet little wishbone necklace would fit right in with my wardrobe. Want a chance to win a $50 gift card to Red Clover? Just check out the shop and leave a comment here telling me what item you'd buy.

Leave your comment before 11:59pm ET on Wednesday, December 11. One winner will be chosen at random. Good luck! And if you're doing some holiday shopping at Red Clover, get free shipping by using the code: FREE

Gifts for the Guys Under $50

It's that time again! Here are my gift ideas for the guys in your life, and everything is under $50! This should cover all the outdoorsmen, foodies, hipsters, geeks and straight-up cool dudes you know.

1. vintage-style baseball cap, $49.50 2. manly soap set, $22 3. art inspired by his favorite show, $24.39 4. a multi-purpose pen, $28 5. classic enamel mug, $16 6. pocket bocce ball game, $9.49 7. a tiny little lighter, $21 8. soft leather wallet, $50 9. a classic record, $10 10. honey with a kick, $10 11. cozy fleece scarf, $38 12. camping stool, $36 13. cast iron pizza pan, $35

Weekend in Photos

We enjoyed our last couple days in Seattle with family time, chicken and waffles (our favorite combo), a delicious cake, a walk through Discovery Park, lots of coffee and some amazing Indian food. Then we headed back to New York on the red-eye and went out to buy our Christmas tree after arriving home. Thank goodness I had the distraction of decorating to beat those post-vacation blues. Hope your holiday and weekend was as good as mine!