Splurge or Save: Jenni Kayne d’Orsay Flats

Jenni Kayne’s coveted d’Orsay flats are the bomb but the price tag…um…not so much.  Fortunately, Chinese Laundry now makes an imposter that  looks just like the real thing for only (drum roll) $59.00.   I’ll take these two…err…three, thank you!

Jenni Kayne D'Orsay Flats

Above: Jenni Kayne d’Orsay Flat, $450; Below: Chinese LaundryEasy Does It Flat, $59.

Jenni Kayne d'Orsay Flats Chinese Laundry Knock Off

Hampden & James Shoe Giveaway

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Say what?   Hampden Clothing and it’s newly launched accesories shop James are giving away one pair of shoes $350 or under–your choice!  Just tweet, pin, post or blog the picture above, more details here.   My eyes are set on the Loeffler Tamsin Pump, it’s a toss up between the green and pink snakeskin or the lizard…!

Whites

With Memorial Day lurking around the corner, an homage to summer whites (the LWD in particular) is definitely in order.

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There are so many fabulous white dresses right now.  The By Malene Birger shift dress on the left below is one of my faves (also available in an amazing chartreuse/yellow color).

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By Malene Birger Eyelet Dress $295 / Dolce Vita Jeralyn Dress $264 / Milly Callie Collared Shirt Dress $396

Club Monaco’s Spring Collection is also really great (seriously, check it out–especially the white/technicolor print combo below).

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Charlene Top $129 / Bianca Leather Skirt $198 / Ruffle Shoulder Dress not yet available but the Lyndsey Dress is another great option / Zelda Print Top $129 / Frances Pencil Skirt $139

Zara also has some really affordable and simple options–perfect for accessorizing.

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Zara Backless Dress $79.90Zara Guipure Lace Dress $89.90 / Zara Dress w/ Sheer Panels $69.90 / Zara Dress w/ Shoulder Pads $79.90

Finds: Summer Sandal Roundup

I put ridiculous mileage on my sandals every summer and they pretty much end up destroyed as a result–so a new pair or two to start the season is definitely in order.  Here are a few on my radar, including some pretty thrifty finds.

I’m obsessed with these peep toe flats.  Just adorable.  Schutz Angelica Sandal, $130.

Schutz Angelica Sandal $130These wear everywhere flats are a steal–I mean $45?  Done.   GC Shoes Arena Sandal, $45.

GC Shoes Arena Sandal $45 I tried these babies on in store and they’re super comfortable–plus, the mid-heel wedge adds needed height without sacrificing comfort!  If between sizes, I would size down as they seemed to run a tad large.   Sam Edelman Serena, $140.00 (last seen on sale for $99.50).

Sam Edelman Serena

Gladiators with a little gilt, can’t go wrong…  Dolce Vita Cyprus Gladiator $127 (on sale).

Dolce Vita Cyprus Gladiator $127

Really loving gold accents and these mini wedges are no exception.  DV by Dolce Vits Apex, $69.00 (now on sale for $54.99).

Dolce Vita Black and Gold Thong Wedge Sandal

These are just plain fun…   Sol Sana Holly Sandal, $85.

Sol Sana Holly Sandal $85

At such a sweet price, these silver darlings are hard to pass up.  Zara Silver Thong Sandals, $35.90.

Zara Silver flat sandals

A perfect neutral option in bone.  DV by Dolce Vita Denny Sandals, $69.

DV by Dolce Vita Denny Sandal $69

You can’t go wrong with a simple gold gladiator, these fit the bill.  Vince Camuto Ebi Sandal $65.50 (on sale).

Vince Camuto Ebi Sandal $65

Another great neutral by DV (bought these in nude last year and wore them to the ground–they’re great!).  DV by Dolce Vita Archer Sandal, $69.00 (now $47.99).

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Simple, sophisticated and fun.  Love these metallic ankle strap wedges from J.Crew.  Lillian Low Wedge, $198.00.

J.Cre Lillian Metallic Low Wedges $198

Loeffler Randall always delivers.  These silver and woven strap sandals are one of my favorites.  Loeffler Randall Dree Sandal, $175.00.

Loeffler Randall Dree Sandal $175

Have you seen the new Ancient Greek Sandals?  They’re all really great and super high quality–worth the splurge. Ancient Greek Clio Sandal, $185.00.

Ancient Greek Clio Two Tone Sandal $185

Sale Alert: Rebecca Minkoff Skylar Mini Bag

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Rebecca Minkoff’s Skylar Mini Cross Body Bag is now on sale for $148 (from $225)!  No more excuses… this cross body companion is the perfect summer carryall, really.

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Available in Green (my personal favorite), Natural, and Purple.

*Images via Sincerely Jules & Happily Grey

Coveting: A Pretty Peplum

With an ethnic print, neon hues, and a peplum, Anthropologie’s Daksha Stiched Top by Manish Aurora had me at hello.  And, as styled via Atlantic-Pacific below, it looks equally fabulous with a full skirt as it does with skinny denim or trousers.  Lady-like perfection!

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Get the Look:

Daksha Stiched Top / Erin Fetherston Bell Skirt or DL1961 Denim Legging / Isaac Mizrahi Green Linen Pumps

Splurge or Save: Valentino Rock Stud Flats

I’ve been seriously obsessed with Valentino’s rock stud collection for quite a while (check them out in the T-strap version on Olivia Palermo here and here).   Fortunately, as with most good things, knock offs have followed–and they’re pretty close comparables too! Valentino v. Forever 21 Rockstud Flat 2

Left: Valentino Rock Stud Flat $595 / Right: Forever 21 Studded Flat $24.80.  The Forever 21 clone is also available in blush and nude, just like the original!

Forever 21 Valentino Rockstud flat $24.80

Coveting: Kate Spade Saturday

Saturday Shape Shifter Dress in Yellow

Shape-Shifter Dress in Yellow $150

Boxy Crop Top in Abstract

Boxy Crop Top in Abstract $70

Saturday Tapered Pany in Windowpane

Tapered Pant in Windowpane $120

Saturday Everyday Shift in Zig Zag

Everyday Shift in Zig Zag $170

Saturday Sexy Back Dress in Pale Mint

Sexy Back Dress in Mint $170

Saturday Weekender Bag

Weekender Bag $180 (I need a new travel tote, this is perfect!)

Saturday Easy Weekend Sweater

Easy Weekend Sweater $80

Saturday High-Waisted Shorts

High-Waisted Shorts in Abstract $85

Saturday Jump Around Jumpsuit in Zig Zag

Jumpsuit in Zig Zag $170

Saturday Cherry Tomato Skirt

Gather Round Mini in Cherry Tomato $90

I need all of this, bad!

Look of the Day: Mint + Stripes

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Bam.  Elisa Nalin always nails it with her bright color pairings and mix of textures.  Mint is also perfect for spring, especially when you long for summer brights but winter just won’t seem to go away (I’m talking to you Chicago!).

Get the Look: 

UO Pleated Chiffon Mini in Mint or  BCBG Pleat Skirt / J.Crew Neon Stripe Sweater or Maykool Pink Stripe Sweater or Autumn Cashmere Mesh Stripe Sweater/ J.Crew Keeper Chambray Shirt or Madewell Perfect Chambray Shirt

*Images via Vanessa Jackman.

Spluge or Save: Tibi v. Asos Skater Dress

ASOS v Tibi Skater Dress

Tibi Neoprene Dress $525  /  Asos Skater Dress $83.13

Tibi’s 2013 Spring Collection featured a super cute take on the scuba skater dress but at a hefty price tag.  Asos, on the other hand, has a strikingly similar version…  At a fraction of the cost, the Asos version gets my vote–sorry Tibi!

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