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Tilden's blog started as an online portfolio where she would occasionally feature personal style posts. Over time these posts gained more notoriety and she claims that this helped steer her blog in a different direction. Now she blogs mostly about fashion and "the occasional lifestyle post". I love that Tilden shares my affinity for connecting with other bloggers and learning form their success. "[My] favorite thing is the opportunity to create partnerships and friendships with others that are genuinely passionate about the blogging industry". 

One of the things that Tilden and I found that we have in common is a love of laid back style and connecting with nature. Hence, our guest posting feature in honor of Earth Day! We have both featured earth tone inspired looks to honor the day and lead into our awesome and charitable giveaway. 

{scroll to the bottom for a special giveaway!} 

OOTD: Shirt- Asos; Jeans- J.Crew; Jacket- J.Crew; Sunglasses- Urban Outfitters ; Booties- H&M; Necklace- South Moon Under; Earrings- Haven; Bracelets- Kate Spade and Boutikey 

Make sure you check out Tilden's Earth Day inspired look too! 

Oh yeah... and about that giveaway!

Because we love Mother Nature and want everybody to love everybody we have chosen to collaborate with Serengetee and Pura Vida on a fantastic content. Serengetee offers an entire collection of products, each featuring a custom design that is connected to a cause. Pura Vida donates portions of their profits to help artisans in Costa Rica obtain jobs. Both organizations are doing their part to better and support the planet so naturally, we wanted in too!

We are giving away an amazing Serengetee backpack and Pura Vida bracelet! Gain entries by completing the tasks listed below. The winner of the giveaway will be announced on both MassMusings and ToBeBright on Tuesday, April 29th. Good Luck!


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OOTD: Dress- c/o The Girl That Loves; Shirt- J.Crew; Necklace- J.Crew; Earrings- J.Crew; Sunglasses- Urban Outfitters ; Bag- Vince Camuto; Booties- H&M; Bracelet- Savas Studios

Liz Mollica Photography

This is it people - the final push into warm weather! I'm packing away my boots and breaking out the flats and that's that. Which, clearly means that I should go shopping for new shoes right? Right. Here are some of the fabulous flats I found that you can dress up for work or dress down for play.

1) MADEWELL Loeffler Randall® Sawyer Sandals - $195

2) FRANCO SARTO Venizia flat - $79

3) J.CREW Lucie printed fabric slingback flats - $248

4) ZARA Nautical Ballerina flat - $60

5) H&M Pointed Loafers - $25

HAPPY SHOPPING!

OOTD: Skirt- c/o The Girl That Loves; Shirt- Passion Pit merchandise; Jacket- H&M; Shoes- Nine West; Necklace- Zara; Earrings- unknown; Clutch- Tory Burch

It's the time of the year when I start to get really sick of this weather. I like snow as much as the next person but only when it is a fresh, powdery, winter wonderland and it's around the holidays. Sometimes I can make it all the way through January, but typically once mid-February rolls around, I'm out. 

To lighten my mood and heighten all of your spirits, I have decided to showcase a few options of tan, suede boots for the coming months. Yes, I know, suede is so easily ruined by water. However, if you brush out your booties once in a while, I have found that they actually hold up pretty well against the slush and snow. 

The Splurge is Tory Burch Leena Suede Mid Heel Booties. At $385, they are definitely at the high end of this spectrum, but not bad enough that they are completely out of reach. I love the quality and classic design of Tory Burch apparel, so this was a sweet find. 

The Save is MICHAEL by Michael Kors Silvy Ankle Boot. These are a solid option especially because they have a side zipper which many people prefer and, I'll admit, makes it much easier to slip on and off. Coming in at $130, it's not a bad deal either. 

The Steal is H&M Suede Boots at $48. A fair price for a solid pair of booties. I have a similar pair that I purchased last year and still wear routinely. I have to say mine are beat up but that's only because I have been way too lazy to clean them regularly. If you're like me and don't make time for footwear care, I suggest purchasing these at this low price so that you don't feel guilty when they get dirty. 

Happy Shopping!

P.S. Today is the final day of the kensie giveaway. Make sure you enter if you haven't already as winner's will be announced tomorrow!