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National Girlfriends Day is Aug. 1, and we've prepped the ultimate GNI guide with ideas for everything from hors d'oeuvres to drinks. Friends Every great party starts with an invitation. Why not ditch that annoying group text or Facebook event, and set a more stylish tone with a well-crafted online invitation? Paperless Post has a stunning assortment of customizable designs to choose from, including many free options, or you can create your own from scratch. Greenvelope is another chic invitation site, albeit a more expensive one. Food Some hostesses live to cook up a fantastic spread with each finger food better than...

Pilsner, Pale Ale or Porter? Today on Drinking Divas, we're serving up some Beer 101: running down the beer basics and making some recommendations in each category. Bottoms up! The generic term "beer" applies to a number of fermented malt beverages typically divided into ales (which are fermented at warm temperatures using top-fermenting yeasts for shorter periods) and lagers (which are fermented at cooler temperatures for longer periods with bottom-fermenting yeasts). While there is a remarkable number of variations and sub-variations in both ales and lagers, here are a few of the most popular. THE ALES: IPA: India Pale Ales...

Was your Mother's Day present mediocre? Did your Father's Day gift falter? Is it possible you have the world's hardest-to-buy-for parents? No worries, Parents' Day — celebrated on July 23rd — is like a familial gift-giving do-over and the perfect time to let mom, dad — and caregivers of all kind — know just how much you really care. With these six great parent-focused presents and activities, we'll put you on the right track. 1. Mugs That'll Make Mom Smile Whether she's just like bacon or right about everything, we've got the perfect mug for mom. Dishwasher-safe and lead-free, these cups will...

Nothing can extinguish your enthusiasm for bestie's engagement like the realization that there are multiple gift-giving occasions between now and "I do," and you have no idea where to start. Replace that fear with cheer! We've pulled together some great gift ideas — at all price points — that will get you through engagement parties, bachelor/bachelorette weekends and more! 1. His and Her Glasses Fit for Royalty Treat the new couple like the king and queen they are with this regal wine glass and pint glass set. It's the perfect gift for wishing the bride and groom a fairy tale happily...

We’re having a baby. Well, one of the members of the Drinking Divas team is. Due July 2017 this mama-to-be is counting down the days until she can use her “Mommy’s Therapy” wine glass (as seen on Great Day Washington!) with some real vino. In the meantime, it’s mocktails for the mom-to-be. Here are some of her favorite (and super simple) mocktails: You can’t go wrong with a classic seltzer with a splash (or a whole bunch) of lime! Bubbly, cool, and refreshing. Remember being a little kid and having your grandfather order you a Shirley Temple at a nice restaurant and think it...