You may want to check out Aveda's Petal essence cheek tint in Phlox. The stick is not as wide sized as Tarte's stains. The color is really mistake proof. It is a light color and just gives a hint of color. It's like a cream in stick.
I agree with MAC's Sweet William or Ladyblush. If you are looking for a less expensive alternative, I would check out the NYX cream blushes. I love them and have never had a problem with them and I think they are around $5-$6.
Just a note; if you get MAC Cremeblush in Ladyblush, you can wear it as the most gorgeous light, natural pink lip color. I love it to death on my pale skin.