Stylish School Spirit

photo by Lisa Kingsley

Rivalry revelers, here here! Forget the pigskin and turn to tailgating for the best competition in Southern football. The season is finally here and, although I can't stop giggling about Bama's impending National Championship title, I'm way more interested in what's being seen just outside the stadium.

September 5, 2009: First Saturday of college football season, 2009. Mother Nature couldn't have framed it any better: sunny October-esque skies, a woodsy chill in the air, lots of warm colors (crimson reds, orange hues, dashes of black and gold) stampeding into each other. It's such a welcomed and blessed time of year. And it's a damn good excuse to throw a fabulous party.

(ROLL TIDE!)

I've been inspired to find that ultimate "tailgating toolkit" and fellow fans, here the one-stop shop! Check out what these two guys from Illinois have to offer us design-junkie tailgaters!

The Drink Daddy is not only chic, it's also cleverly functional. That's perfect style.

Hot Dog Branding Irons are a frivolous addition to the grilling process, but I'm certain they make for better taste...

(Disclaimer: I don't support Auburn football.)

This is borderline ridiculous, but then again, isn't college football fandom a little over the top? The Beer Belly Deluxe delivers...that's all I can say. Ingenius, my friends. Click on the picture for more info on this unique design.

Finally, this is so sophisticated and perfect for a game-goer like me...a seat that doubles as drink holder and caddy! Go Team, Go!

I hope this helps you get a little closer to all your tailgating dreams and puts you in line for "Most Stylish Tail"...see you at the stadium and don't forget your mums!

All above products can be found at The American Tailgater Company - click here!