Delicious 4th of July Dessert Hi friends! For many of us on the East Coast, the July 4th Holiday Weekend starts on Friday, and the town's annual fireworks are on different dates depending on where you live. Here is a link to your Insider's Guide to The Best Beaches...
The Best Beaches & Fireworks in Connecticut for Fourth of July Weekend 2026 Your girlfriend-approved, insider guide to the most magical spots on the Gold Coast - beach passes, fireworks dates, and all the details you actually need. Fourth of July weekend in...
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The ultimate destination guide to all the coolest places to Eat, Shop, and Play along Connecitcut’s coastline. Sarah has scouted all the best restaurants, stores, and attractions and carefully curated each category to bring you the finest Connecticut has to offer. Whether you’re a native Nutmegger, a new resident, or just visiting, this guide provides everyone with the keys to experience authentic East Coast style. The Guide keeps growing, so be sure to check back often!
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We’re home to the #1 pizza in the nation for a reason. Here’s a trusted list of Connecticut’s most highly reviewed restaurants in every category, from Coffee Bars to “Lobsta” Rolls to Fine Dining. Yum!
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Ready for some real fun? Here’s a list of interesting attractions and seasonal events for the kiddos, family, and grownups. Caution – could cause immense joy!
How to Set a Stunning Easter Table Hey there, fabulous friends! Easter is this Sunday -- yes, THIS Sunday -- you've got a house full of people coming over, a ham that's not going to baste itself, and a dining room table that is currently doing absolutely nothing to...
Connecticut: The Best State in America (yes, I said it) Let's settle this once and for all. While other states are busy arguing about their barbecue techniques or which direction to put the toilet paper roll, Connecticut has quietly been doing something far more...
How to get the Farmhouse Look One of the most read blog posts on Connecticut in Style, is "Key Characteristics of Modern Farmhouse Homes." Not only have I had over 47,000 views for this specific post on my blogsite, it ranks Number 1 on Google's First Page. When I...
Shelf Decor and Styling Tips Hi guys, I hope that you had a great weekend! I had a fabulous weekend and feel relaxed and recharged. It's exactly the kind of weekend that I needed to get back in the mood to blog. I also got the gift of a little downtime which I am...
If you haven't had a chance to decorate your home for fall and are looking for ideas, you have come to the right place. In today's blog post, I will be sharing lots of fall decor inspiration to get you motivated. There are many spaces inside and outside your home that...
Best Perfumes for Summer My first introduction to fragrance began with my Grandmother, Gigi, she always smelled so Heavenly! Gigi wore only one perfume her entire life, Shalimar Eau de Parfum by Guerlain. It was her signature fragrance and when we would visit her, I...
Top Flower Arranging Classes in Connecticut at Fresh Flower Bar Hello, everyone! I’m Sarah O’Brien, the proud owner of Connecticut in Style and Fresh Flower Bar. If you’ve ever wandered through a blooming garden or admired a stunning bouquet and thought, “I...
Top Connecticut Blogs There are certain emails you open with one eye squinted. Usually it’s a school reminder about spirit day, a basketball practice, or a calendar invite you absolutely forgot about. But this one? This one said that Connecticut in Style had...
