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This week's retro cocktail recipe of the week is inspired by the AMC show Mad Men, who's season 6 finale aired this past June. If you're a fan of the show you know there are a lot of cocktails being enjoyed, like the French 75 along with other classic cocktails that can be see on the AMC website. Click this link to the AMC website to enjoy more retro cocktails. Rumor has it, season 7 will be the final season by the Mad Men producers, so when are we going to get to see this final season?! Only time will...

  My husband and I have been obessed with Mexican Martini's ever since he introduced me to this delicious take on a margarita. The delicious Mexican Martini concoction comes from Austin, TX and boy do these Austinites serve up a great drink to keep you cool combined with the right amount of tipsy.  (You can also see Trudy's Mexican Martini recipe here.) Ingredients: 2 oz. Tequila 1 oz. Cointreau liqueur 1-2 oz. Sprite 1 oz. Orange juice Juice of 1/2 a lime  Salt Olives Slice of lime   Method: Combine tequila, Cointreau, Sprite, orange juice, and lime juice in a...

The lovely owners at Cats Like Us recommend a tasty concoction in which they sampled that I am affectionately calling, the Andrew and Julie Ann Watermelon Cooler. This deliciously simple to make beverage has been described by Julie Ann to taste like "a Jolly Rancher". I can't say no to that! As with all the cocktail recipes that we feature on our blog, they have been carefully tested (again and again) in order to guarantee a refreshing experience. It's a hard job, but someone's gotta do it. *Hiccup* Ingredients: 1 oz. Bacardi Melon Watermelon Rum 1 oz. Cranberry juice 1...

Mr. Booze says, "If you're going for that almost off-worldly, kitschy, hotel-vibe, then the Blue Hawaiian is your drink". It's blue, it's loud and it's so easy to make! If you're having a Tiki party this summer (or anytime for that matter), the Blue Hawaiian is sure to please all your guests. Ingredients: 1 oz. Light rum 1 oz. Blue Curacao liqueur (this puts the 'blue' in Blue Hawaiian) 2 oz. Pineapple juice 1 oz. Creme' of Coconut  Method: You can blend all the ingredients with cracked ice in a blender or you can shake with a cocktail shaker with...

With the dawn of the Atomic Age in the late 1940s after the detonation of the first atomic bomb, the world was fascinated with nuclear technology and space. Following the post-war recovery, though the United States in the 1950s was a very prosperous and innovative time, it was also a time that people feared atomic attacks and the possibilty of a nuclear world war. While the atomic threat was real, Atomic Age themes were seen in movies such as; "The Day the Earth Stood Still", "Them" and "The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms". We also saw atomic themes in home decor,...

Aloha from Lake George, NY! The Cats Like Us crew took a roadtrip to The Tiki Resort to join in all the fun and excitement for the Ohana, Luau at the Lake. Upon arrival we checked into the hotel, registered and got our swag bags which included the Cats Like Us swizzle sticks! Aloha!!! After settling in and changing into some tacky Tiki goodness, we did the traditional, 'tour the grounds and pose for pictures'. We haven't been to The Tiki Resort or Ohana for a few years, so it was fun to re-discover everything. Of course many cocktails were...

Often people wonder what Cats Like Us looks like and what we are about. We always try to do what’s right for the customer and make them feel pretty or handsome or sexy... whatever look they might be going for. Here are some pictures that have captured moments in time of a day in the life. I’d like to thank Bella Donna Boudoir for providing these photos. If you’d like to see more of her work, (including the sexy stuff) you can check out her website: Bella Donna Boudoir Website Here’s a link to the Bella Donna Boudoir facebook page:...

We are always so excited to welcome a new brand into our #catslikeusstyle and Charcoal Designs is no exception! Their kitschy resin jewelry is hand cast and dyed in their L.A studio and have been doing so since 2004. We've hand picked some amazing jewelry, like this Gone Fishing Brooch in this custom color lime green, (also comes in red!) which is paired with the Vintage Butterfly Prizm Dress. We can't deny that the Cats Like Us crew are Tiki fiends, so naturally the Big Kahuna Tiki Necklace and the Retro Fruit Fakelite Brooch make our like Polynesian Pop hearts...

Have you explored the wonderfully kitschy brand that is Jubly-Upmh? Her art features everything from tasty cupcakes to quirky animals to gothy girl gangs! We're pairing up Jubly-Umph's designs with some Halloweenie fashions since we've officially caught Halloween fever! But first.... Who is the artist? Jubly-Umph is a Melbourne artist who paints pictures in watercolours and indian ink creating characters with mysterious eyes and curious occupations. Her lovely lady heads are instantly recognisable and owning one is like being in a secret club. She is influenced by traditional tattoos, folk art and Victorian sentimental ephemera. Kooky, Spooky pairings..... The Dia...

The Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekender is only two weeks away and though none of the cats at Cats Like Us will be in attendance, we'd love to see your #catslikeusstyle. Don't forget to tag us on Twitter and Instagram! If you're scrambling for some last minute outfit ideas, or you need some inspiration, there is still time to shop! Don't drag your heels though, our hot items are going fast....... Outfit for the car show, enjoying the bands, or for a day of sight-seeing. The Red Sugar Cuff Sweater paired with the Leopard Sugar Pie Capris, Deco Diamond Atomic...