July 2026
July 2026
Happy July!
Summer always seems to arrive with such anticipation, and then somehow it races by before we have a chance to slow down and enjoy it.
Lately, I’ve noticed that nearly everyone around me is celebrating a new arrival—either welcoming children or grandchildren. Therefore, I decided to include a some special finds this month not just for us, but for the childen as well. Truthfully, I’ve always loved finding treasures for children.
As many of you know, I am a firm believer in mixing the high and the low. Some of my favorite discoveries come from unexpected places, and Zara Home continues to be one of my favorite resources for beautifully designed pieces that feel far more expensive than they are.
This issue is filled with ideas for summer living—from beach essentials and outdoor entertaining to new restaurant openings in the Hamptons. I’ve also included a few table-setting favorites for both July 4th and Bastille Day celebrations, which felt particularly appropriate given the French contingent of our family.
The real estate market has been remarkably active, and we are grateful to have recently brought several wonderful new properties to market. As always, my mother, Betsy, and I are here to help with any of your real estate needs in New York City, the Hamptons, and Palm Beach.
I hope you find something that inspires you this month.
Wishing you and your families a beautiful July.
Enjoy! Be Kind! Be Safe!
Much love,
Patty
xoxo
BEACH for ADULTS
Foldable Beach Chaise
ZARA HOME
XXL wide floor-level beach lounger with light padding. Features a 6-position reclining backrest and a matching headrest. Solid-color design with contrast piping and a handle for easy transport and storage. Foldable, with a fully removable cover that is machine washable.
Striped Pareo Beach Towel
ZARA HOME
Striped Beach Towel
Pareo beach towel made of cotton, with a combined stripe design and finished with fringe on the ends.
OCS CERTIFIED ORGANICALLY GROWN COTTON
Lea Insulated Picnic Hamper Large
DAYELSFORD ORGANIC
Hamper
Hand made from wicker, the Lea hamper basket is fully insulated and can be pulled along by a sturdy rope handle. The robust metal wheels are equipped with brakes to secure the basket in place.
Bottle & Can Opener
NICKY KEHOE
Bottle Opener for the Beach
Two in one can and bottle opener in bright, colorful metal enamel. Shaped like a "gourd," which is a lucky charm, makes the perfect housewarming gift. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
Ship Melamine Tray
JOHN DERIAN
Chic Melamine Tray
9.5" x 14.5" Handled Tray
1.5" Deep
NSF Certified
Terry Beach Bag
ZARA HOME
Terry Beach Bag
The Ultimate easy beach tote
BEACH FUN for CHILDREN
Foldable Cotton Beach Cart
ZARA HOME
The Perfect Wagon for Beach Toys
Foldable cotton beach cart with a plain design, contrasting trim, and "le soleil" embroidery. Features a telescopic handle, 360º swivel wheels with front brakes, and a detachable frame. This product is not designed to support the weight of a child.
Kids Swimming Arm Floats
ZARA HOME
SWIMMIE FLOATS
Kids' swimming arm floats with evolving disc design that allows buoyancy to be adjusted according to the child's learning progress.
The set includes 6 discs.
Fish Shop Toy Set
ZARA HOME
THE FISH SHOP TOY SET
Kids fish shop set.
The set includes a box with 12 pieces representing different types of fish, made of wood and plush toy.
Kids Glitter Beach Bucket
ZARA HOME
Glitter Bucket
Kids' beach bucket toy made of rigid material, with a transparent finish with moving glitter and a top handle.
DESIGN
OUTDOOR FURNITURE
Double Forged Outdoor Bench
ZARA HOME
LOVE THIS BENCH!
Double bench with metallic structure, slatted backrest, and reinforced base. Finished in matte black, ideal for indoor and outdoor use.I love this! I don't know about you but for me this feels very referential to Franz Kline!
Cushions are sold seperately
Outdoor Braided Chair
ZARA HOME
Green Accent Chair
Outdoor accent chair with a lacquered metal frame and woven seat and backrest. Features a high backrest with an integrated geometric detail and side armrests.
Reclining Floor Lounger
ZARA HOME
Padded Lounger
Padded outdoor floor lounger with a reclining backrest and footrest that adjust to multiple positions using a click mechanism (6 positions for the backrest and 4 for the footrest). Plain design with contrast piping. Includes a bag for easy storage and transport. It is completely removable and washable following care instructions.
Foldable Outdoor Lounger
ZARA HOME
Easy Lounger
Foldable lounger with an iron frame and a woven surface. Reclining design with an elevated backrest and folding structure.
HAMPTONS
NEW RESTAURANTS
Babe's
51 Division Street St.
Sag Harbor
Babe's
Babe's is a new opening for the summer—an eight seat nostalgic diner serving classic favorites done the Hamptons way: elevated and intentional. The kitchen leans on local produce from Quail Hill and Balsam Farms. Anchored by a single counter for all-day use from breakfast through dinner, it's the perfect casual spot and a family tradition in the making.
The restaurant will be open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and plans to stay open on a year-round basis.
Don't forget Sundays with Barney greengrass!
Miracle
29 Main Street
Sag Harbor
Miracle
Located in the heart of Sag Harbor village, Miracle brings together seasonal cooking. The menu is rooted in coastal Mediterranean/European influences.
East Hampton Bar Car
Railroad Avenue
East Hampton
Bar Car
East Hampton Bar Car, a cafe and wine bar, at the Long Island Rail Road station in East Hampton.
Zagara
31 W Water Street
Faraway
Zagara, In the heart of Sag Harbor’s storied harborfront, feels like a golden-hour discovery you never quite leave, an Amalfi Coast–spirited dining room scented with citrus blossom and sea air.
Rooted in a spirit of discovery and indulgence, Zagara brings a taste of the Mediterranean to the heart of Sag Harbor.
Lion's Nook
10 main Street
East Hampton
Lion's Nook
The owners of Springs Tavern and Grill are set to open Lion’s Nook, a bar and grill with a classic English pub aesthetic, in the space formerly occupied by Rowdy Hall on Main Street in East Hampton Village.
Mudworm Studio
IN R & D GOODS
600 Vanderbilt Ave Brooklyn
Mudworm Studio
Don't miss this pop up for the summer! Thomas' good friend Martin Mintz opened this fantastic garden concept for every Brooklyn dweller! This is actually a Landscape design studio based in Brooklyn with native plants, vintage outdoor pieces, and beautiful, ecologically beneficial gardens.
Japanese Pot Pourri Car Diffuser
GARDENHEIR
Eden Works
Car Pot Pourri
A fragrant second life for fallen petals, this potpourri, created by Edenworks' EW.Pharmacy in collaboration with Auguste Presentation, blends salvaged flowers with essential oils for an earthy, nostalgic scent layered with notes of sandalwood, citronella, patchouli, palmarosa, and frankincense.
Made in Japan
Italian Terracotta Conservatory Pots
GAREDENHEIR
Seibert & Rice
Italian Pots
Each of these beautiful conservatory pot are hand formed in Impruneta, Italy, home to the highest quality terra cotta pots available in the world. Made individually by a master artisan. These are truly one-of-a-kind, heirloom pieces for the gardener.
About Impruneta, Italy
In the hills of Tuscany lies the small town of Impruneta. There, for hundreds of years, artisans have produced the most spectacular terra cotta in the world. The terracotta pottery produced here is unlike any other.
Japanese Natural Chrysanthemum Mosquito Repellent Coil - 50 rolls and metal stand
GAREDENHEIR
Lion Tiger
Coil Insence
A timeless essential for summer evenings, these Japanese mosquito coils have been trusted since 1919. Crafted as an unchanged traditional formula using the natural insect repellence of chrysanthemum, they release a soft, nostalgic aroma as they gently smolder, effectively keeping mosquitoes at bay while creating a calm atmosphere.
JULY 4TH OR BASTILLE DAY STYLE
Large Check Placemat
ZARA HOME
Check Placemat
Linen check placemat with frayed edges
Navy Tablecloth
ZARA HOME
Linen Tablecloth
The rectangular tablecloth made of washed European grown linen has been designed to fall in a certain way, creating the effect of a curtain. It is finished off with soft backstitching to maintain the original aesthetic of the linen.
European grown linen is stone washed to bring a timeless feel to the table.
Made in Portugal.
Seagrass Placemat
ZARA HOME
Seagrass Placemat
Seagrass Placemat
