How Cupcakes and Cashmere Blogger Emily Schuman Keeps Her Cool When Entertaining

When it comes to throwing a big party, it isn't always possible to DIY every decoration or make every morsel of food from scratch. "The truth is, if you purchase some things at the grocery store and dress them up, no one will know," Emily reveals. She says a beautiful pitcher ($55) will elevate store-bought margarita mix and some homemade frosting and charming paper cases ($8) will make a boxed cupcake mix feel homemade.