Get That Look-Black Espadrilles

With the one year anniversary of the Royal Wedding just a few months away, I'm reminded of one of my favorite wardrobe choices by Kate Middleton. Pictured below is what she wore the day after the ceremony.

I'm a big fan of the entire look, but I'm especially fond of her shoes. The wedges by L.K. Bennett will run you over $200, so I've been on the hunt for something similar at a more reasonable price. While not identical to Kate's espadrilles, both Nine West and Via Spiga have good options.



Nine West Amped Up (Zappos, $89)



Quip by Via Spiga (Piperlime, $198)




 

Take a Step Towards Spring with TOMS Ballet Flats

First the wedge? Now the ballet flat? Oh, TOMS...I'm really starting to become a fan. With so many styles and colors to choose from, you can't go wrong selecting the perfect ballet flat for your spring wardrobe.
 

Katia Chambray Ballet Flats (TOMS, $79)

What A Difference A Spoon Makes

Introducing solids to your little one? Try Beaba's First Stage Spoon Multi-Pack. These brightly colored silicone spoons make feedings enjoyable for baby and mom. The soft texture is easy on baby's gums and the design of the spoon helps the food get where it needs to be-in the mouth rather than all over their face and bib. Less of a mess equals happy mom. And what makes mom even more happy is that they are dishwasher safe and BPA free!

~Jeanne



Beaba First Stage Spoon Multi-Pack (Diapers.com, $19.95)



Warm Up With Wild Prints

Lately I've been a little obsessed with scarves. It may have to do with the below average temperatures we are experiencing and the fact that I absolutely hate being cold. If you don't have a variety of jackets for the season (like me-I tend to stick with the traditional black coat), a scarf is a perfect way to change up one's winter wardrobe. I've noticed that solid colors take up the majority of my scarf collection. Recently I've started browsing the web for some nontraditional designs. I'm loving the animal print styles that some of the celebs are sporting.

Banana Republic and Ann Taylor have some excellent options to get this similar look-






Knit Animal Print Scarf (Banana Republic, $59.50)

   



Snow Leopard Metallic Luxe Scarf (Ann Taylor, $58)

  

~Jeanne

Summer Greens

I've never been a huge fan of vegetables, but lately I've been trying my very best to introduce more of them into my diet. Recently my mom came to visit and made me a wonderful summer salad that offers a variety of greens in one delish bite. It is very simple to make which is a huge bonus for someone like me that doesn't like to spend a lot of time in the kitchen...although I must admit I'm begining to work on this too!

~Jeanne

Broccoli Salad

1 pkg. broccoli slaw

I c. celery, chopped

1 bunch green onions, chopped

1 c. sunflower seeds

2 pkg. ramen noodles beef flavor (broken into pieces)

2 pkg. ramen seasoning

3/4 c. oil

1/2 c. sugar

1/3 c. apple cider vinegar

Make the dressing in a bowl by mixing together the beef flavor seasoning, oil, sugar and vinegar. In a seperate bowl, combine the slaw, celery, onions and seeds. Place the ramen noodles in the bowl of dressing. Stir together. Then, pour this dressing with ramen noodles over the vegetables and seeds. Toss to blend in the dressing.

    

A Comfy Style

TOMS shoes have been around for some time now. I've wanted to participate in this shoe movement because they look oh so comfy, but I just couldn't see myself sporting the classic style seen on so many women and men on the street.  That is until I recently came across the newest member of the TOMS family-the wedge. I'm eyeing the Black Calypso Canvas, but how cute would these be in navy for the 4th of July weekend?!

~Jeanne

Black Calypso Canvas Women's Wedges (TOMS, $69)

We're Back!

Wow! I can’t believe it’s been nearly six months since Ann and I have updated this blog, but now I’m ready to pick up where we left off. So here we go!



All eyes have been on Kate Middleton’s fashion as of late and I must admit that I’m a huge fan of her (or her stylist’s) choices. Take for example her first two ensembles on her North American trip. Not only are they tasteful but they are also very youthful. Definitely items a young professional like me would love to add to their wardrobe. Now if only the price was a little more practical!

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Credit: Gillis/Macpherson-SplashNewsOnline

By the way, I'm digging the Mulberry handbag; it would be the perfect accessory for a very important business meeting…so chic! Maybe Ann should consider it for her next court hearing. :)  For all the deets on Kate's style, check out this website http://katemiddletonstyle.org/.

~Jeanne

Mulberry Polly Push Lock Tote (Mulberry, $1,400)