Bar Cart gifted by Holly & Martin. All opinions are my own.
It’s been just over a month since we moved and we’re starting to feel settled in our home! Moving is never fun, but it was rewarding for us as it gave us an opportunity to start with a clean (decor) slate. We brought only what we really wanted to keep and gave away/donated quite a bit. (For more on our home renovation follow @west.shore.redo!)
It’s been exciting to live in our new space and fill it slowly with things that truly capture our attention and match our style. Our home was built in 1962, and we’re leaning towards pieces with a mid-century yet modern feel. It was important to us as we began the remodeling process to have open living/dining/kitchen space for hosting friends and family.
When having guests over, the first thing I like to do is offer them a drink! Whether it be an alcoholic beverage, a refreshing mocktail, or coffee/tea/water, I think it’s an immediate welcome gesture. A bar cart was at the top on our list of pieces to search for…
Holly & Martin is a home furnishing brand that specializes in fresh, contemporary pieces that are as versatile as they are stylish. As I browsed their site, we fell in love with the Zhori Mid Century Bar Cart. The brass accents, clean lines, and mobility caught our eye, and we knew it would be a perfect fit for our open concept living/dining area. And, I was happy to see the pieces are high quality at an affordable price point! This bar cart also comes in black or white with brass…
To style the bar cart, less is more! We added simple glassware, fresh flowers, and a few of our go-to beverages to start. Lately, we’ve been into this take on the margarita; tequila on the rocks topped with Topo Chico with plenty of fresh lime juice! (We’re currently doing a Whole30 reset so we’ve replaced the tequila with kombucha + Topo Chico or LaCroix with a squeeze of fresh lime for now. Be on the lookout for a Whole30 Mocktail post, coming soon…)
Thank you, Holly & Martin for the chic and functional gift! We can’t wait to fill it with drinks to share at our next gathering…
What are your favorite things to stock on a bar cart? Thanks for stopping by!
Photography: Stephanie Drenka
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I think nothing looks better on a bar cart than a vintage martini shaker and vintage glasses.
You’re so right! I agree…our shot glasses are vintage
I love this bar cart. We have a wet bar in the corner of our family room just off of our kitchen. I have had to switch to vodka and cranberry for my signature drink as it is less likely to cause migraines for me. I loved to drink wine but the tannins do not work with migraines, I miss it very much.
Thank you! Wine causes headaches for me sometimes, too…I have to drink with caution!
My favorite bar cart accessory is a cocktail shaker and ice bucket.
Yes! On my list…I need to find a new shaker!
I love my martini shaker. It has red polka dots on it.
Love that! Sounds adorable
I would like to have pretty glasses and vase of flowers or a small plant on a bar cart.
Me too…adds a chic touch!
My favorite is my wine glasses they are so pretty.
Love that! They can definitely make a statement!
That cart is adorable! (Insert heart eyes) love watching your home come together!
Thank you so much, sweet friend! It’s fun to bring all the details together…
I love the style of this bar cart!
Me too…it’s also really pretty in black or white!
Such a gorgeous bar cart! Absolutely love! Lately, our favorites have been Himalayan salt shot glasses.. perfect for tequila lovers like me!
Ooh! That sounds awesome…I’m a tequila lover too What’s your fave?
My favorite bar cart accessory is a pretty ice bucket.
I agree! We just found one we love at Crate and Barrel
Favorite drink especially for the Fall season is a pumpkin spice white russian. YUMMY!
Wow! That sounds like such a treat, I love anything pumpkin spice!
Great accessories to always have on a bar cart would have to be monogrammed coasters and napkins. Love this bar cart.
Yes! I definitely need to order some…do you have a favorite source?
I love always having a few bottles of San Pellegrino on hand for any event even if it’s just a friend coming over to hang out. Lovely cart!
Ooh, yes! Love San Pellegrino with a squeeze of lime
I love the addition of Topo Chico! IT’s important to have options that include all guests. Everyone can enjoy a party as long as the company is fantastic!
I agree 100%! Love to offer up a fun selection
Love this! The bottles of veuve are perfect too for a classic pop of color!
Thank you! Fun way to add some color!
Love this bar cart! I’m still stuck on Moscow Mules, but my husband is mixing some great strawberry-jalapeño infused tequila concoctions of late ~ so good!!
My favorite drink is a classic margarita with fresh lime! Beautiful cart.
My favorite accessory is the automatic ice maker.
I love the bar cart and watching your new house come together! Everything is beautiful! I love that you put a variety of drink options on the cart! Classic stemless wine glasses are a must for me!
What a cute idea! And I love the concept of “less is more.”
I have some of my grandmother’s vintage cordial glasses, but no bar cart to put them on!
My favorite bar cart accessories would be a nice variety of liquor and wines. Nice glass wear, an ice bucket and a cool looking shaker.