Polo in the Country

After three weeks away, Jaithan and I decided to immerse ourselves in a little local culture this weekend. In tony Millbrook, N.Y., where the summer social season is well underway, that meant an afternoon of polo and Pinot Grigio at nearby Mashomack, a members-only polo and shooting club set on three and a half square miles of emerald fields in Pine Plains.  

Rest assured: we were only guests attending the match, but that didn't mean we couldn't tailgate in style! Whether it's a picnic in the park or live music by the lake, summers are all about making the most of our time outdoors, so why not go the extra step and create something special? This rug I found at a thrift shop for 20 bucks; we use it for impromptu parties on the lawn all summer long. 

The copper icing tub is from Mauviel—remember the Chateau Chic event in the fall?—while the vintage table base and tole tray I found at Scott's in Atlanta last year. The tray was rusted in spots, so I cleaned it up with steel wool, gave it a coat of spray paint, and voilà! 

For a quick five or so minutes of packing, I'd say our spread fit the vibe nicely. A couple of clinks with our neighbors, and the match began!

 

Here are a few scenes from around the field. My favorite was the Gatsbian couple in a sundress and seersucker suit, icing down their grill beside a 1950s convertible. How great is that?  

So here's to summer, everyone!

Back shortly with a giveaway from our friends at The Well Appointed House you'll love! 

Comments

[Jonnie]

I'm with Elizabeth on the storage issue. I LIVE FOR china, glassware, chargers, multitudes of placemats, candles (only PartyLite), and various other table and entertaining decor. One bdrm armoir is already filled and another stand-alone cabinet....what next?

[chanel]

Mosquito lantern

Two Scottish immigrants first arrived in New York in a hotel overnight, they were mosquitoes causing unrest throughout the night
Very angry, the last one said: "Sandy, with the quilt over my head, less than a mosquito to bite us
The. "After a child, Sandy puts his head out to breathe fresh air when he saw that had never been
Seen Firefly, so he shouted: "God, ah, over my head is useless, mosquito lantern
We find it. "

[Ann]

OMG! I LOVE THIS POST! Love the idea of the carpet. I'm stealing that concept for my next picnic. Lovely idea. I love the polo pictures, it reminds me of the West Coast equivalent of the Hollywood Bowl. How great- very Ralph Lauren. I always enjoy reading your entertaining posts.

[EAS]

Is that an Hermes trunk? To Die! xx

[Tami]

You guys look like your having a blast!

[Acanthus & Acorn]

This is one stylish carpet picnic!!!

It all looks so elegant and I especially love the Mauviel ice bucket! The photos are fantastic!

[Genevieve Ferraro]

Well, here in Chicago we also have polo. But I have to say, it looks a lot more 'snazzy' out by you. I just love your picnic set-up! And how do you manage to look so fabulous everywhere you go! I bet you would even look great on one of those polo ponies.

Thanks for sharing your wonderful adventures with us! I always enjoy visiting.

[Therese Long]

What a wonderful post this is!!
You two look so good in this photo that I'm taking it and framing it asap. You both look not only amazing but totally relaxed if that is possible :)
Missing you this summer... a lot, wish I was there in your part of the country. It looks so good!
Please check out my blog when you get a minute. I just launched a companion blog called Il Tuo Tesoro which means "Your treasure" in Italian where I'm going to be selling the treasures I blog about on La Dolfina. Would love your thoughts!!
XXOO

[susan]

Tailgating is an art to itself. So great to have Mashomack in our backyard. Looks just like the races at Far Hill's.

xoxo

[Barbara]

Ox Ridge was never so fancy!! Beautiful photos. Happy Summer ; )

[Bailey@peppermintbliss]

Only you would have a lovely rug as a picnic blanket.

[Mona Thompson]

I'm so going to use that rug idea. Just love it. You have so much style!! Thanks for always sharing it with us.

[Jennifer]

What an absolutely lovely event! I love your picnic and even more adore the setting. A very classy affair!

[Jay in Lexington]

Is that an old-fashioned bar in the background of the shot of you and Jaithan? If so, please, please give us the details. Love the photos!

[Karena]

Eddie and Jaithan you make any event so special!! I loved going to the Polo Matches ar Rancho Santa Fe when I lived in San Diego!

Karena
Art by Karena

[Gina Jaber]

You've given picnic a new meaning! You've inspired to have a chic picnic very soon. Great post!
Gina in Alameda

[seleta]

Could you be any more chic??? Oh, I LOVE this post.

[Lauren]

oh how fun!!! love that you use a rug- neveer would have thought of that!

big hug and miss yas!!

ps- the SL table is one of my favorites ever.
xooxox

[diane haynie]

Very sophisticated but I love how simply it all came together. Wish I played polo!

Diane at onlinefabricstore

[Susan]

Eddie and Jaithan...looks like so much fun! I would have been happy walking around drooling over the vintage vehicles. Thanks for taking us along! :-)
Susan

[Pretty Pink Tulips]

Living in style, as you always do! Love the idea of using the rug --- now I know what I can do with the 3 I have catching dust in the attic.

LOVE the pic of the two of you --- very GQ!
xoxo, Elizabeth

[Cat]

How wonderful! It looks like you both had a great time. I really love Millerton and get there every chance I can, especially when driving from NY to CT, and also make sure to stop at Harney & Sons.

Hugs!!!
XOXO

[Cathy S]

Your spread fit the vibe much more than just nicely - I'd say perfect!

[sheil]

Thanks for the inspiration to live simply but with panache.

[Janet]

The rug is over the top! Love it!!!

[Jennifer Juniper]

Cheers! This looks like a really laid back picnic with a classy vibe. Love.

[Tara Dillard]

Eddie I love you but any day I can see a pic of Jaithan is extra FABULOUS.

I'm speaking at the St. Louis, MO Home/Garden Show next spring, 2011. Will ya'll be there?

Quick elegance with the rug.

Garden & Be Well, XO Tara

[Gramercy Home]

Oooh la la. Great spread. Looks like a fantastic time!

[Elizabeth]

Love it! Looks like y'all had so much fun. I am always agast at the wonderful *thrifty* finds you snag! BTW, please tell me your organizing secret to all the wonderful candlesticks, chargers and flatware you always find. I'm running out of room and would love to know how to find places for everything...
xoxo,
Elizabeth

[Kathysue]

HI Guys, looks so fun and exciting and of course you did it up RIGHT!! You both look wonderful. I was thinking that Jaithan could do a side job as a model. The Gods smiled on you Mr. Jaithan when you were created!! Love you both, Kathysue

[Amy Meier]

Love your idea to use an indoor rug outdoors! It looks fabulous! You two are always coming up with such great ideas.
XOXO,
Amy Meier

[Lydia Bryant]

Love the vibe of this, what wonderful pictures - especially the couple, but all of them are great! How simple and special to set up on a vintage rug, I'll have to start looking for one for that purpose. :)

Lydia

[Trina]

I would like to experience Polo in the country! What a fabulous day. Your picnic spread is classic, gorgeous, scrumptious and I wish I were there! I just love summer and all the special activities it offers. Cheers to summer! xoxoTrina

[Mrs. Blandings]

So chic! You're living the life the rest of us are only dreaming about. Welcome home.

[pve]

Oh, how lovely! You certainly know how to look cool everywhere!
Love the spread!
pve