Nip Slip

Some easy-access finds for the summer..

Anthropologie - $78

Anthropologie - $138

Anthropologie - $98

Anthropologie -$148

Anthropologie -$89

Anthropologie -$148

Uniqlo -$19.90

Uniqlo -$12.90

summer shoes for the baby carrier

Since my little M came in at 21 pounds at the 10-month check-up, once that boy is strapped into his Ergo there is very little bending over that can happen. So this summer, my goal is to find the most comfortable sandals that can be slipped on and can be considered cute (please note that I find granny shoes cute so please know that I use this term loosely). Here is what I found:

Worishofer sandals.. Yes, the ubiquous German comfort shoe. I've been wearing them for years and am hoping that the irony isn't lost now that I am a mom. (I just ordered this pair)

No. 6 Sandals.. I spent this winter in the boot version and managed to not trip on ice while pushing the stroller, but I admit that I wasn't brave enough to wear them with the carrier.. That said, plenty of Brooklyn mamas are sporting high clogs with their littles, so I know it can be done!

Bensimon's.. Europe's answer to Vans.. pretty comfy, easy to get on and off and comes in neutral and bright colors. These Old Navy cheapies are almost as cute and 1/4 of the price.

The Everlane Summer Sandal is a safe bet.. Comes in tan and black so you don't need to think about it clashing with your duds, has a flat sole  and although is not technically a 'slip-on' the strap fastener looks like you could do it one-handed.

Ancient Greek Sandals.. Comes in a ton of styles and colors (love the gold leather) 

Birkenstock Gizeh.. OK, so I went there.. but there is a reason you see so many ladies in the city wearing these.. they are damn comfortable! I just saw a woman wearing a chic black and white outfit with this bright pair. Neon green is not a color I am usually drawn to, but it looked fantastic and made me reconsider my next pair. 

Books for the Boys

When we were visiting mom, I was rummaging through the guest room looking for a book to read to Munch before bed. My jaw literally dropped when I found my beloved copy of Englebert the Elephant. I immediately texted dad that the book had not been lost, as we had assumed, and he quickly replied, "to relieve her royal boredom, the Queen announced a ball," which is the first line of the story and might give some indication of how many times he had to read this to us. I was so excited to share the story with Charlie. As you might imagine, at six months, he was hardly the most captive audience; but we forged through it, and ever since I have been getting giddy imagining all the great books and movies we have to look forward to experiencing with our little guys. I recently ordered The Red Balloon, for fear that it might become a challenge to find, and even though television is (allegedly) so dreadful... I'm really excited for the day we can watch this flick together!