My life is simpler these days. There aren't too many events on my calendar right now. I'm homeschooling and working from home and trying to explore our new home. I don't need a lot of fancy clothes right now, but I can walk in style with the cool new sneaker trends for spring. ...read more
I went to a birthday party for a one year old at a friend's house a few years back, and was greeted at the door by a passive-aggressive sign that read "No Shoes in the House. Please Wear Socks or Hospital Slippers." (There was a big box of disposable surgical socks free for the ...read more
If I've learned anything as the parent of elementary school aged kids, it's that anything I buy to add to their fall wardrobes has to be comfortable. And that goes for gear too. If it's not comfy, they aren't going to wear it and they aren't going to use it. So, it's been this ...read more
Growing up I didn’t dread going back to school like some kids. That was because I knew I would get to pick out some special new pieces for my back to school wardrobe! Nothing delighted me more than carefully selecting a new backpack or a fabulous pair of shoes. In fact, shoe ...read more
Your kids have probably been back at school for at least a couple months now and you've most likely finished up the bulk of your back to school shopping right? But do you have back ups? I learned that back ups needed to be a part of my back to school planning the hard way thanks ...read more
When I had my daughter I had no idea just how much she would look up to her big brother. Never having had a big brother myself, I didn't quite understand the relationship. I have to say it's been the most beautiful thing to watch. Sure they squabble like all siblings, but it is ...read more
Remember when the just-right pair of sneakers was the key to your school success? I know the power of the perfect back to school sneakers. This year my girls will be heading off in the hottest trend for back to school—high tops with loads of personality. Our top picks were the ...read more
Anyone who knows my baby girl or me knows how much we love our clothes. She started picking out her outfits very early on and shoes were her favorite from the very beginning. She may have inherited that from her mama. Haha! Because I may or may not have a bit of a shoes ...read more
I'm always on the go--racing around taking my toddler to swim lessons and soccer practice and shuffling my six month old to wellness appointments at the pediatrician's office or mommy-and-me classes at the library. There are trips to the playground, picnics at the park and ...read more
Like most energetic toddlers, my almost three year old is obsessed with "the playground." And it doesn't seem to matter if we're talking about an amazing fully tricked out "adventure land" or one measly tire swing and a mini slide... My guy doesn't discriminate. A playground is a ...read more
I have a large and in charge kicks collection...If I'm not rockin' my flip flops, I'm usually in some form of sneaker, whether it's my new favorite, slip on sneakers, or a pair of chucks...I love my sneaks! And I've passed that love on to my kiddos. They're Florida born, so ...read more
We love companies that give back, and one of our favorites is MADE (Make A Difference Everyday), a new social purpose footwear company which partners with celebrities, impactful artists, and aid organizations to raise funds and help spread social change in the world. Backed with ...read more
New Balance recently announced the details of their new runDisney collection. Inspired by the Disney classic Steamboat Willie, the limited edition Retro Mickey and Retro Minnie 990v3 shoes will be available for the first time at this weekend’s runDisney Health and Fitness Expo ...read more
Technically fall starts this week, to make dressing for the season feel right, I'm blending summer and fall. I've got prints and textures that feel rich and ready for autumn, paired with white. Plus, the easy pants can easily straddle both season and work for temperatures ...read more
Tomorrow is National Shoe Lover Day! We will be ringing in the shoe-loving festivities with DSW who is hosting tons of events to show lovers across the country. As part of the celebrations for everyone who heads to a DSW store on Saturday, and makes a purchase, will receive a ...read more
Van's Custom Culture, a competition that inspires high school students across the U.S. to embrace their creativity, is kicking-off in NYC. In light of decreased educational funding, Vans created this phenomenally-cool project to help ignite creativity and raise funds and ...read more
Stride Rite has done it's homework on what's important for developing feet. They have us covered with the three stages in children's shoes: pre-walker, walker and "where the heck did he go?" (they call it "off and running") and each stage has adorable shoes that look so good, ...read more
Hello Kitty Vans are just about the coolest thing to happen to feet, in my little ol'?? opinion. First of all, Vans are just cool, conjuring up skate boarding, the beach, California, I don'??t know'?¦ cool people. It'??s even cool to love Hello Kitty if you'??re an adult. As far ...read more
