Have you also been feeling the chilly mornings and cooler evenings during this transitional period I like to call the “fake fall” in the desert? Dare I say, it may be time to start pulling out the sweaters and long sleeves from the back of the closets. The afternoons stay cooler, farmers markets have a larger variety of apples and pears, and the desert nights are crispy. In this sweet spot of the season we start to prepare for shorter days and cozier accommodations. Let’s slip into our collective cardigans and fall into five things to preview for some autumnal aspiration.
Tea for Two. I’m not much of a tea drinker, but I am a big fan of a tea party. I love traditional bone china tea sets designed with a floral pattern laid out on linens and surrounded by spoons and tins of loose leaf teas. There is also such a pleasant floral aroma when brewing that adds to the visual delight. Plus, the promise of miniature foods, such as tiny sandwiches, scones with cream and delicate cakes elevates the experience. And if you're feeling a bit decadent, you can add a sparkling wine or a bourbon punch as part of the beverage offerings. There is something very chic and cozy about drinking tea with friends.
Afternoon Tea Party, by Mary Cassatt, 1891. Saint Louis Art Museum. Decked Out. From drinking tea to reading tea leaves, divination is a practice that
