While relaxing on my porch recently, I watched a bee casually buzzing from one flower to another.  Not giving it much thought, I kicked my heels up and continued reading my Lucky magazine and sipped on my favorite ice tea.  As I breathed in the refreshing summer air, I heard it, “bzzzzzzz.”  Suddenly the bee which had captured my attention a few minutes earlier whizzed by my head for another swoop… I jumped up, swatting, screaming and yelping.  Within seconds, I went from complete relaxation to a bumbling fool.  Is there any way to look graceful as you run from a bee?  Surely, Audrey Hepburn or Grace Kelly themselves would look like complete fools as they swatted in fear.

This tiny insect, that makes us all squeal in terror, (yes men, even you) is also the same bug that pollinates our flowers, makes the honey we love and produces bees wax which is used in products such as moisturizers and candles.  The honeycomb has been a source of inspiration for fabrics, patterns and more.  A bee on stationery is a symbol of prosperity…  who doesn’t want to prosper? Maybe the bee gets a bad rap after all?  Sure, we’ve all experienced a sting or two in our lives but bees do a lot of good.  Not to mention, they can be sophisticated when used in design.  So, I have decided, the bee needs some long due respect.   But, since Bee Keeper will never be in my future,  I think I’ll keep my distance and pay tribute to our little yellow friend the best way I know how, SHOPPING!

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Lauren

I’m loving these bee earrings from Anthropologie…  very Kate Spade, but not at a very Kate Spade price!

Honeycomb photo from Southern Living

Bee Clutch from Etsy

Bee Necklace from Jewelry by Artwark… I’m loving the look of layered charms right now.

Sweet as Honey Stationery by Rock Paper Scissors.

Recipe and Photo of Honeycomb Candy by Playing with Fire and Water… doesn’t this look amazingly good and it’s really easy to make too!

Wine Rack available at Hi+Lo Modern… vintage modern design is so chic.

Bee pillows from Restoration Hardware

Bubble bath by Lollita… I’m a sucker for packaging and the gold bees had me sold.

Wildflower honey from Blackberry Farm made from their very own bees… This resort is one of the most fabulous vacations I have had in my life.  Everyone should visit once in their life.

Honey spoon from Colours of Greece… The design of a classic honey spoon prevents messy drips.

Bee print from Designs by K Zukowski… Who doesn’t love inexpensive artwork?