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Cocktails to make and dresses to drink them in

Picture this: you've been meticulously curating the perfect tablescape all day and your garden party is finally in full swing. You're wearing your brand-new RI dress and your cocktail "unintentionally" matches (how serendipitous). If there was ever a perfect photo opportunity, it's now. Want to recreate this moment? Here's how with our favourite cocktail recipes and the dresses we'll be drinking them in this summer. Your wardrobe, guests and Instagram feed will thank us later.


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The Aperol Spritz


The crowd favourite that's easy to make and even easier to match with. Simply throw on this zesty orange playsuit and finish the look with oversized sunglasses and strappy sandals.


Ingredients:

  • 75ml prosecco
  • 50ml Aperol
  • 25ml soda
  • Plenty of ice
  • An orange slice

Method:

  • Fill a large wine glass with plenty of ice.
  • Add the prosecco, Aperol and soda.
  • Stir briefly.
  • Garnish with an orange slice and enjoy!

The Mojito


Our vibe for this summer's cocktail and dress pairings: easy, classic and oh-so-summery. Achieve the look in lime-green dresses accessorised with lime-flavoured cocktails. Easy peasy.


Ingredients:

  • 10 fresh mint leaves
  • ½ medium lime, cut into 3 wedges, divided
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste
  • 1 cup ice cubes, or as needed
  • 1 ½ fluid ounces white rum
  • ½ cup club soda, or as needed

Method:

  • Add the mint leaves and one lime wedge into a sturdy glass and crush them together using a muddler (aka, a fancy stick that bartenders use).
  • Add the remaining lime wedges and 2 tablespoons of sugar, and muddle again to release the lime juice. Don't strain the mixture!
  • Fill the glass almost to the top with ice and then pour in the rum. Fill the rest of the glass with club soda.
  • Stir, taste and add more sugar if needed.

The Cosmo


Girly girls, gather around; this one's for you. Pair your go-to cocktail (aka, a cosmo) with a slinky pink dress, sunshine and plenty of SPF for a Barbie-approved Saturday.


Ingredients:

  • 30ml vodka
  • 30ml 100% cranberry juice (not sweetened)
  • 15ml Cointreau
  • 15ml lemon juice
  • 1 lime wedge
  • 1 tsp simple syrup

Instructions:

  • Add the vodka, cranberry juice, Cointreau, lemon juice and syrup into a cocktail shaker with ice.
  • Shake for 15 seconds, until cold.
  • Strain the liquid into a martini glass (or a good old wine glass if you don't have one).
  • Squeeze the lime wedge into the glass and serve (garnish with a lime wheel if you're feeling fancy).