Shirt: Anthropologie, Jeans: Jcrew, Shoes: M.Gemi, Sunglasses: Ray Bans

I am so excited about today’s budget or covet as I have lusted after the Chloe Lauren scalloped ballet flats for a long time. A couple of weeks ago, I even came close to buying them until I tried them on and they looked horrible on my feet. They made my feet look fat and just unattractive. Disappointed, I looked for similar styles and found a couple of pairs of affordable versions (here), but they were not made of real leather and I really wanted to find a comparable option that was leather and would last. Then last week, I came across the Augusta from Sam Edelman and ordered them. I got them earlier this week and they are perfect! They have the adorable scalloped edge and best of all look good on my feet! At a fraction of the price of the Chloe Flats, the Augusta flat by Sam Edelman are a fantastic, and in my case better, alternative and I could not recommend them more.

Skirt: Loft, Jacket: Jcrew, Top: Urban Outfitters, Shoes: Target, Purse: Old Navy, Sunglasses: Ray Ban, Watch: Michelle

Ever since seeing this picture of Olivia Palermo wearing a windowpane dress, I have been a huge admirer of the pattern. Last month then at Loft, I spotted this skirt and I knew I had to have it. This skirt would be easy to dress up with heels and a sweater, but I chose to dress it down and paired it with a denim jacket and my new favorite espadrilles for an easy look for brunch and a day with my family in from out of town.

I have been trying to eat healthier as of late, so when I have a craving for sweets, I make this delicious peanut butter and banana smoothie. It’s based off a similar one I had at Juice Generation and is so easy to make with only a few ingredients. To make, blend together 1 frozen banana, 2 tablespoons peanut butter, and one cup almond milk. Then add ice cubes if you prefer icier smoothies, I normally add 3-4 ice cubes, and blend until smooth. Enjoy and have a great weekend!

Sweater: Macys (similar), Scarf: HM, Jeans: Old Navy, Purse: Banana Republic, Shoes: Repetto, Sunglasses: Ray Ban

With Spring like weather hitting New York all last week and weekend, I finally find myself reaching for more lighter colors and less black. One of my favorite color combos as of late has been blush and gray. I wore this look for a laid-back Sunday and am really loving this new blush tone bag. It’s the perfect size for running errands and the color is gorgeous and goes with almost anything.