With a taste of spring and the light at the end of the (winter) tunnel approaching, I’ve been on the hunt for new ballet flats. Actually, I’m on a bit of a spending freeze right now because I’ve been spending my money on cabs recently. (Terrible habit, but it’s been so cold and I don’t take the Subway alone after 10pm…) Oh, and I’ve been ordering way too much Seamless (quesadillas, pad thai, and pizza… oh my.)
So I’m holding off on new purchases, but I’m still lusting over new ballet flats. I love wearing a good heel for meetings and dinners out, but when there’s lots of walking involved? I’m all about the power flat. In fact, my favorite pairs are almost completely worn through from so much pounding of the pavement. Literally.
LL Bean had really good ones before they changed them. I only have one pair in black and I hesitate to wear them because I don't want to wear them out, but they have the cushiest footbed that I've come across. Most feel like you might as well be barefoot.
All your picks are great… My favorite pairs are from Tory Burch… I love Tory Burch flats & even though I have a few pairs already in my wardrobe, one or two new pairs would definitely upgrade my spring outfits…
I live in Manhattan too and you can definitely take the subway by yourself after ten….unless you are coming from the Bronx or Coney Island. But if you are going from the west village to the ues then you are totally fine and just wasting your money!
I've always loved cute flats but a few years ago I jumped on the Tory Burch flats bandwagon. The flood gates opened and my collection of Reva, Eddie, Caroline and Pacey Tory flats has grown to "GULP" 24 pairs. Oddly enough my collection of Tory flats doesn't include any Tory flats in this post!
Somehow yesterday felt like a week, last month was last year, and last year was a decade ago… but then time is simultaneously going by so fast too. The past ten weeks have gone by in a blink! Everyone warns you it goes by fast and they’re not wrong…. The days are long but oh how I wish time would slow down a bit? Or that maybe I could bottle up a tiny bit of these precious boys at every stage so I could revisit them down the road 🤍
I have grown to LOVE baby wearing. Not only do I think it’s such a nice and cozy way to bond with baby, it’s also incredibly practical, especially when you have a toddler to keep up with too! The @wildbird aerial carrier was a treat for myself- and I’m so obsessed with it. 👶🏼 Leave a comment “wildbird” and I’ll DM you the color I have as well as my personal review of it (including some troubleshooting tips).
Some top level things I like; - it’s easy to put on! - it’s so, so comfortable (for me AND baby!) - the little flap is seamless and provides extra support while baby naps and privacy when we need/want it
This affordable rechargeable LED lamp is cute and then made even cuter with this wicker lampshade! 💡✨ No cords needed- just charge and place wherever you want. (Will be extra perfect for dining outdoors this summer!) 💫 Comment “lamp” and I’ll send you links to the LED lamp ($38 for a pair!) and the lampshade (available in a few styles- including a darling blue).
Not really in the mood to be in photos right now, but I keep telling myself I’ll want to look back on these moments and remember them. (Right?!) when I look at these photos in 10, 20, 30 years…
I hope I remember Jack “rescuing” Rory from a windy tent, not how I stood in front of my closet with tears in my eyes.
I hope I remember watching Jack roll down hills and play hop scotch and scoot down the sidewalk with his besties, not that I caught a glimpse of my reflection and didn’t recognize myself.
I hope I remember sitting outside with my friend happily watching our kids play (while watching the minutes until bedtime tick by), and not that I spent too much time zooming in and examining every new wrinkle on my face.
I hope I remember the pure joy of these early warm days with my little family whom I love so much 🤍
The weather is warming up and I’m feeling slightly more comfortable in my skin every day ☀️ Here’s what I wore last week as a mom of two. I have a two and a half year old toddler and a two month old so I need outfits I feel good in, can chase a little guy around in, AND that I can breastfeed easily while wearing. 🔗 Leave a comment with “OUTFITS” to get links to every outfit I wore!
This room is so very special 🤍 The little cars sprinkled everywhere (watch your step!). A tiny sock, never two, peeled off and tucked somewhere hidden away. Piles of books that grow almost as quickly as the little boy who sleeps here. Outgrown pants and shoes to grow into mingling in the closet. Often messy, and a little cluttered, but a little boy lives here. 🚘☀️🐶📚🧸
(Rory is still in our room, but eventually the boys will share. I can picture their little twin beds already!)
About ten days ago, I noticed that today’s forecast was looking WARM. I told Mike, “We’re walking into town and sitting outside and I’m getting a beer. Put it on your calendar.” It ended up being warmer than forecasted (almost eighty degrees!) and let me tell you, it delivered. Today felt like the beginning of The Season™: dinners al fresco, beers/fries/ice creams, and late bedtimes. Indulging in it all because the kids are only getting older and we’re the grownups (somehow) and we get to make the rules ✌🏻
Dress is @tuckernuck & sweater is @kiltecollection
@pennylinndesigns and I hosted a “learn to needlepoint” class this past weekend and it was everything ✨ Needlepoint has been such a bright spot in my life over the past five years- and it’s gotten me through some difficult times. Because it’s helped me so much, sharing this hobby with others has turned into a mini life mission of mine. To sit in a room (my beautiful office space designed by @clare.sull!) with pro stitchers and needlepoint newbies alike was one of my dreams come true. I loved seeing women chatting, meeting, and bonding over this beautiful craft 🪡 Honestly, the needlepoint world is (sadly) filled with a lot of gatekeeping and competitiveness; this weekend proved that it doesn’t have to- and shouldn’t- be this way! It’s for EVERYONE. Whether you’ve never picked up a canvas in your life or you’re working on heirloom stockings for your family, there’s room for everyone at this table.
📍 Leave a comment saying “needlepoint” and I’ll send you my go-to resources for getting started with needlepoint!
I absolutely adore Ann Mashburn's ballet flats. They are incredibly comfortable and just so gorgeous!
Those Tory Burch stripped flats are adorable.
I love that print form J. Crew!
Kristin
thedixiedaisy.blogspot.com
Where are the scalloped flats from? The link brings me to the Kate Spade pair!
add to that list…Loft & Vince Camuto. Both are super comfortable. I also hear good things about Tieks!
xo,ash
sparkleandsoul.wordpress.com
I am a huge fan of Tieks (perfect for travel) and Tory Burch. Ballet flats are definitely my go-to shoe!
Ashley | History in High Heels
you forgot my favorite – tieks!! they are the best, so comfy and cute! xo jillian – cornflake dreams
I love those Jack Rogers flats and those striped Tory Burch flats!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/
Those gap flats are so adorable! The colors and shape are very versatile!
Abbee Kenney
laceovercotton.blogspot.com/?m=0
I'm the same as you! flats for walking around is the way to go! i love the first three from the left, beauties!
xo
http://thefashionistabubble.blogspot.ca
LL Bean had really good ones before they changed them. I only have one pair in black and I hesitate to wear them because I don't want to wear them out, but they have the cushiest footbed that I've come across. Most feel like you might as well be barefoot.
All your picks are great… My favorite pairs are from Tory Burch… I love Tory Burch flats & even though I have a few pairs already in my wardrobe, one or two new pairs would definitely upgrade my spring outfits…
Have a great week!!!
xoxo Violeta, your Shoegal Out In The World
http://www.shoegaloutintheworld.com
These are all so pretty! I love the gold bow pair! Flats are my favorite, but it needs to warm up to wear them!
Kristin
Crumbs & Curls
These navy and white Torys are my hearts deepest shoe desire this season!
— Alex at Cashmere Kangaroo
Such cute picks! I have been so into pointy toe lately, so my favorites are the Kate Spades & Torys.
XX, SS || A Little Seersucker Sass
Love them all, but Tory flats are hands down my favorite! Well worth the money!
Vanessa
http://www.vanessalangdesign.com
I live in Manhattan too and you can definitely take the subway by yourself after ten….unless you are coming from the Bronx or Coney Island. But if you are going from the west village to the ues then you are totally fine and just wasting your money!
Those Tory Birch flats are so adorable!
All adorable!
~Sophia
http://plaidismyfavouritecolour.blogspot.com/
I miss J. Crew's classic ballet flats…I hate how the Emma's and Kiki's don't show "toe cleavage." They make my feet look wider and strange.
Loving all of these!
Hunter
Prep on a Budget
I am in love with the Viv flat!
Sarah
realifecollege.blogspot.com
The pink bow ones are my favorite but the wrong link is embedded!
I've always loved cute flats but a few years ago I jumped on the Tory Burch flats bandwagon. The flood gates opened and my collection of Reva, Eddie, Caroline and Pacey Tory flats has grown to "GULP" 24 pairs. Oddly enough my collection of Tory flats doesn't include any Tory flats in this post!
These are some of my Tory flats collections. http://www.flickr.com/photos/39715038@N00/11933690273/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/39715038@N00/9341230747/
Great post, thanks for sharing