Disney Darling

After learning that LeBron James is leaving Cleveland to play for the Lakers, the one thing that would cheer me up most would be another trip to Disneyland. However, I can’t be too upset because LeBron delivered his promise, he still loves his city, he still plans to continue his fundraising foundation, and he will eventually come back for good someday, whether as a returning or retiring player. He is still the king of Cleveland no matter where he goes! But I still want to go back to Disneyland to cheer myself up.

Speaking of Disneyland, I have a new outfit to share with ya ... my Disneyland outfit!

This red polka dot romper from Francesca’s was a gift from my parents for my 22nd birthday. I had already planned my outfit for our trip to Disney prior to May 20th (my birthday), but then I totally changed my mind when I received the romper. It’s so adorable, so fun, and its red and white polka dot design resembles something that Minnie Mouse would totally wear! It made perfect sense.

I finished the look with my super comfortable red sneakers from Vionic Shoes (I highly recommend wearing this brand for long days consisting of walking and standing in lines nonstop!), a gold layered choker necklace from Francesca’s, my sunglasses from Ray-Ban, and, of course, my darling Minnie Mouse ears headband.

I’m most definitely a full on Disney darling!

It was a perfect, thrilling, and enchanting day. I felt like a princess! Of course, until the stroke of midnight when I turned back into a peasant college student ...

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Vionic by Lucky Shoes Grand Opening in Crocker Park (Flip Flop Day)

Hey, y'all! I can't believe I got to attend my first ever blogger event, I'm still pinching myself! It was a dream come true, so much better than I expected it to be. In case you weren't aware of my previous collaboration posts, I teamed up with Vionic Shoes by Lucky Shoes to celebrate Flip Flop Day in their store at Crocker Park. I wish I could relive it all over again! But I would be more than happy to share my experience with you babes.  

On Saturday June 16th, I drove up 45 minutes to Westlake for the big event. I got there about 10 AM and it was already packed! As soon as I walked in, I received a swag bag full of so many goodies, including an orange S’well bottle with the Vionic logo on it. I felt so spoiled! 

The store was all organized and full of their current collections of shoes, mostly flip flops to celebrate the big occasion. I was greeted by the very kind employees who I talked with most of the time. It was an incredible team! I also got to hang out with fellow Cleveland fashion blogger Brooke Anders (check out her blog Chic With A Side Of Champagne). 

Brooke Anders of Chic With A Side Of Champagne !

The best part of the whole event was getting to meet Liam Bourke, the on-air personality and head of the entire brand of Vionic Shoes. He was so kind and intelligent! 

In case you weren’t aware of Vionic or need a refresher, it is a shoe brand for both men and women of all ages. What makes the brand standout is that all their shoes provide comfort, from sneakers to even heels. And a bonus, they’re all stylish! One of their main taglines is “Style doesn’t have to hurt”, which fits so well. I love Vionic and I’m definitely going to shop there more in the future. I want to give Liam Bourke a S/O for creating the entire brand in the first place! 

I want to give a HUGE thank you to Vionic Shoes by Lucky Shoes, Liam Bourke, and all the employees for making this first blog event experience of mine the best one yet! This is the second in-person Vionic store in the nation right after Fairlawn, and it's planning to expand its brand with more stores in the near future. So be on the lookout to see if any pop up near where you live! And don't forget to check out Vionic's selection of shoes on their website as well as Vionic Shoes by Lucky Shoes, both online and their in-person stores!

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Catch Ya on the Flippity Flop

Happy Saturday! 

The title of this post is so relevant because I'm sharing a new pair of flip flops from Vionic by Lucky Shoes! Online dictionaries define the term "flippity flop" as "with a flip and a flop", such as tumbling down the stairs. For this case; however, I'm referring to my new chic shoes!

I collaborated with Vionic back in February for their "Discover The Secret" campaign, and I'm happy to announce that I'm collaborating with them again this June! I'll give you more details and insight about it later on in the post, but first I'm gonna tell you about my new bad boys (shoes). 

I absolutely adore these sandals. They are by Vionic Shoes and are called Farra sandals. I love the red shiny material, but the best and most unique feature is the disc-ornamented gold. I feel like Cleopatra! Not only are the shoes super comfortable but every strap is adjustable with hook-and-loop closures, including the back strap! And even better yet, they match perfect with the shirt and shorts I'm wearing (both from J. Crew). That's always a nice perk. 

And since I got the shoes and took these pictures on National Wine Day, a glass (or three) of oaky 2016 Resolute Chardonnay was a necessary treat! 

Now coming back to the collaboration announcement. I have some exciting news for you shoe lovers ... Vionic by Lucky Shoes has opened their second store in the USA at Crocker Park in Westlake, OH! The first store opened in 2017 at Fairlawn. They're also hosting a special opening for their flip flop collection, "Vionic Flip-Flop Day", on June 16th, and I'm one of the local Cleveland fashion bloggers that gets to attend the big event!

I'm super thrilled to be a part of this, especially since I love Vionic and their products. The event is going to be spectacular and filled with tons of excitement. Liam Bourke, the on-air personality for Vionic, will be in attendance for an exclusive meet and greet. Guests will also receive a premium gift with any Vionic shoe purchase, while supplies last. Overall, it's going to be an amazing experience and I hope anyone who will be in the Cleveland area at the time will show up. It'll be a blast, and you can never say no to comfortable stylish shoes! Style doesn't have to hurt!

Farra Sandals: Vionic Shoes

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Springing Into Spring: Winter to Spring Style Transition

I’m very happy right now for two reasons. First of all, I’m teaming up with Vionic Shoes to be a part of their “Style Squad” and spread the word for comfortable shoes, like these red sneakers I’m obsessed with! Aren't they darling? Vionic also happens to be one of Oprah's favorite shoe brands. Just throwing that out there because that's pretty awesome. 

Second of all, spring is almost here finally! I love spring ... the flowers are blooming, the sun is shining more, AND it's my birthday season! (May 20th in case ya want to write that down in your calendar 😉) But even though we're one step closer to summer, it's still not exactly warm outside yet - at least in Ohio. Some days are chillier, some days are more mild. It's kind of a tricky transition. 

Transitioning into a new season means transitioning into new clothes, am I right? The sun is finally shining and the flowers are blooming, but that doesn’t mean it’s going to be a hundred percent warm right away (depending on where you live). So make sure to layer up, but feel free to wear something more summery if the weather is cooperative (ex. crop top with a cardigan and ripped jeans). 

Also be sure you wear whatever feels most comfortable. Like Vionic’s new spring shoes, they’re so comfy and easy to walk around in. And they’re super chic!

But also don’t be afraid to step outside your comfort zone with your signature style. Bring out the bright colors, pop like the tulips! Also it’s not a bad idea to add some colorful jewelry. Goodbye chunky scarves, hello chunky necklaces! Whatever you choose, be as confident as one can be with their style! Confidence is the best look anyone can wear. That's my spring style secret. 

I want to give a huge thank you to Vionic for these amazing new shoes. They're literally the most comfortable pairs of shoes I've ever owned! I guarantee I'll be wear them quite often this spring and summer. Goodbye, stilettos! 

Wanna know a little secret? Style doesn't have to hurt ... Check out Vionic's Style Squad website right here and join the movement! 

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