As an aunt, I’ve also learned that toddlers, although young, still have their own sense of style. They want to express their individuality and want the magic of their imagination to come through what they wear.  For parents, it’s all about striking a balance between what their kids like and a product with great quality that has staying power.

Luckily, foamtreads has all the elements both you and your kids are looking for in their Kids collection. These dual-use slippers can be used for both indoor and outdoor play and are durable, comfortable and of course (most important of all) adorable!

My personal favourite is the plush velour Binki slipper for girls. In a perfect purple, these shoes are adorned with an adorable character and self-closing straps making it the perfect fit for a little princess.  (Of course if she prefers bunnies, cherries or ladybugs, we have those in the collection as well!).

Yours truly,
foamtreadsgirl

We’ve all heard this adage before and while it’ easy to overlook the small miracles that life brings our way, the saying holds true in so many ways. It could be the unexpected flowers you received from your husband or boyfriend ‘just because’, the clean warm sheets that smell perfectly wonderful out of the dryer (when you’re ready to jump back into bed on a rainy Sunday) or something as simple as catching the train right on time and getting a seat on your way to work. Whatever the case may be, it’s these little things that can help make your day just a little brighter.

For me, one of those ‘little things’ includes my daily morning ritual.  Early in the day, I’m the only one awake and all is still in the house. It’s in those moments, when I get to slip on my fuzzy foamtreads slippers, sip on my first morning coffee and listen to the quietness of the morning that I feel a sense of calm. It’s the coming-together of all those elements – the smell and taste of the coffee, the touch of my foamtreads keeping my feet warm and cozy and the quiet stillness of the morning – that lead to my little miracle every day. Sometimes it’s these little things that can help make our day just a little better and in my case, what gets my day off to a good start.

So look for the little miracles in your life; pay attention to them and before you know it, they’ll show up more times than you’d think. Sometimes they’re all you need to get you through the day;).

Long live the small miracles.
Yours truly,
foamtreadsgirl

November 14, 2011

The verdict’s in: loafers are back on the scene in all colours, styles and pricepoints.

This fall, they were found all over the runways and on the streets of New York and Milan (check out what Fashionologie.com had to say about it in this article).

Think Hugh Hefner-style lounge slippers with your favourite jeans or a floral pair as the standout piece in your outfit. Or, you can go the simple and classic route with basic black loungers.

Whatever your taste, it’s nice to know that while you’re making a style statement, you can be comfortable doing it (as any girl can attest, this isn’t the case with most of our high-heels!). So let’s use this trend to our advantage while it’s here.

With so many styles to choose from, Foamtreads loafer-style slippers can give you a similar look at a fraction of the price. Check out some of the high-end versions compared to our styles below:

Free People – Pierre Slip on $70.00 CAD        Foamtreads – Debbie $35.00 CAD

Alexander McQueen – Hendrix

Velvet loafers – $585.00 USD                             Foamtreads – Peony Velour $40.00 CAD

Happy shopping!

Yours truly,

foamtreadsgirl