10 Great Summer Hostess Gifts

by Virginia Tupker, Vogue

When thinking about the ideal presents for our hostesses, we couldn't help but be inspired the beguiling lyrics from The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess (the Broadway production, starring Audra McDonald in one of her Tony Award-winning roles, is on stage until September 30). Whether for morning yoga on the pier, picnicking at the polo match, or cooking up a culinary storm, we have selected the perfect gifts to help make summertime easy.

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