TGIF, my friends. How was everyone’s week? If you follow me on Snapchat (laurennelsonny) you probably know that I took a cooking class at the Institute of Culinary Education in Flat Iron on Wednesday night. We cooked a huge Italian feast that was quite delicious. I’m really upping my cooking game as of late! Thursday I had dinner with my lovely friend Sandra from Tommy. Here are some of my favorite links from around the web this week. Have a great weekend! Xo. Lauren

• Love these Madewell Flea Market Flares.

• New Yorkers, West Elm is opening the doors to their Makers Studio in Sunset Park from 11-6pm as part of the Industry City Open Studios. Speaking of West Elm, they’re also offering up to 70% off select mark downs until Sunday. Yesssss, please. I’m still obsessed with their Ticking Stripe Duvet Cover.

• J.Crew’s sale this week is on point. Love this sweater/stripe combo. This laser-cut floral shift dress would be perfect for a spring shower or wedding and these linen lace-trim shorts for weekend wear. Use promo code ‘THEBEST’ at checkout.

• Need to try Grace‘s Vegan Cauliflower dip.

• The Kate Spade friends and family sale is happening this weekend!!! Enjoy 25% off your entire purchase.  THIS tote screams summer. I love their cosmetic cases, business card holders, and iPhone cases.

• Real talk. I used to babysit Carrie when she was SIX. Now she is a teenager freaking out over a Manatee on People.com. Carrie, I totally would too! Miss you!!

• TWO more days, ladies!! Can-not-wait to shop Lily for Target. PLUS – Sale alert: Target is offering up to 40% off on their home section. I love (and have) their beaded white dinnerware set. Get on board.

• Really digging Asos’ current selection for summer…specifically THIS jetset diaries maxi.

• Goals.

• For chic New York City small space inspiration check out Popsugar’s round up of stylish studios.

• A white scalloped swimsuit will do just the trick for Memorial Day weekend.

• My blog friends are always giving me amazing tips on how to grow my Instagram. Loved Hallie’s post from last week on a few of her key Instagram tips. Definitely downloading Iconsquare – stat!

• Love Julia’s take on blogging. It’s really not all rainbows and butterflies. #preach

In case you missed it on Lauren-Nelson.com:

• Get the deets on our oh-so-cute apartment rental in Paris through Haven In Paris

• My favorite places to eat and shop in London

• My Stroll Through Notting Hill 

• Serena & Lily Spring Must-Haves