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All you need in life is the perfect pair of shoes!
- Cinderella
Article by Ericka of Little Apple Styles
Shoes for Boys | Spring Favorites
Four years ago (and some more days) I found out my belly was housing a baby boy. I had convinced myself it was a girl. Honestly, I knew the whole time I would be buying blue and not pink in the near future, something was just “different” from my first pregnancy. When we found out the gender, I was obviously excited - but SO scared. I had NO idea what to do with a boy. I had finally figured out the girl thing (and by figured out I mean where to find the cutest outfits and accessories!) — What was I supposed to do with a boy?!?!?!?!
My boy is stubborn, mischievous and messy. I can’t take my eyes away from him or he will figure out a way to destroy the cleanest room in the house, unfold all the laundry, change the heads of all his sister’s Lego princesses and overfeed his fish. All within 2 minutes. My boys is also kind, sweet, and loving. And most importantly, he knows how to melt my heart with one word, one look, or one gesture. His non-conforming ways made me re-evaluate my priorities. Thanks to him I can enjoy my life as a mommy more than I ever did. He has my heart!
I have a slight obsession with kid’s shoes. To my surprise, shoes for boys can also be adorable! And several brands are very accommodating to chunky little feet. Livie & Luca’s Elephants have been a favorite for quite some time (we may or may not own them in every size and color). I think it’s because they are not only super cute but also because Ethan can easily put them on and take them off without my help. One less thing to argue about with Mr. Independent? Sign me up for a baker’s dozen of the same kind!
Here I leave you with my favorite shoes for boys for this spring - Happy ‘Feet’ing!
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Ericka Jimmerson is a busy mom of two who runs Little Apple Styles, photography + event styling. Contact her at [email protected] if you need help making your event picture perfect!

Rebecca Keller is a family photographer featured in People Magazine who spends her time sipping iced coffee, chasing after her two little ones, reading, running, and editing. I may receive commissions on affiliate links in articles. Contact Rebecca Keller Photography for more information about Raleigh Styled Food Photography.

 

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How do you spell love? -Piglet
You don’t spell it, you feel it - Pooh

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2016 Valentine’s Minis | Rebecca Keller Photography

Article by Ericka of Little Apple Styles

January surely flew by - and we are now 7 days away from Valentine’s day. Love, hearts, mushy cards… all the cheesy things I completely adore! I am ashamed to admit Valentine’s day was more important in my calendar back in the day, ahem, when I was single. I surely hope Mr. Little Apple is not reading this post! I think it is because back then, this day was the validation of the relationship - Will he remember it is Valentine’s day? Would I get flowers? Would he sign the card with ‘love’? Now I know the answer to each question. I am one lucky lady!
This year I have decided to shake up things a little. Love should be celebrated! The kids are also older and are really enjoying being part of all the preparations. Especially the littlest - who keeps finding my ‘Sweethearts’ stash.
Both kids are having Valentine’s parties at school and will be exchanging valentines. We scouted the Dollar Store and found several non-candy options, against their will of course! For the first time in years I did not wait until the day before to work on their cards (thanks to the RKP Valentine’s client event!) and we will be assembling together this week . Who wants to bet I will be waiting until Thursday night? - some things just never change… haha.
My little apples will be wearing their photo session outfits on V-Day. I love dressing them up for the occasion. Normally Eva’s outfit is picked out weeks in advance and my poor little boy just gets to wear something that compliments her. The order is a reflection of picture cooperation - one loves the camera, and the other loves to …eat the snacks offered. Surprisingly all his proofs are normally adorable. I just LOVE how Becky is able to capture him being his sassy little self - even when he is not looking straight to the camera!

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T-Shirt: Gymboree | Shoes: Converse | Pants & Cardigan: Gymboree |

I normally start with something I know I definitely want him to wear - and this time it was his red converse - pretty appropriate I thought! I also knew I did not want to for him to wear jeans…and found the perfect set at Gymboree. It was a mix of several collections, but the colors were just perfect! Bonus, they were all from the sale rack. Accessories can make or break an outfit - and here I leave you with my most favorite Valentine’s Day accessories for kids!

sunglasses (we used these for our Valentine minis - so much fun!) hat necklace (do you have a shopkins fan?) shoes

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Valentine’s Day Outfits for Kids

Ericka Jimmerson is a busy mom of two who runs Little Apple Styles, photography + event styling. Contact her at [email protected] if you need help making your event picture perfect!

Rebecca Keller is a Raleigh Cary Styled Family Photographer featured in People Magazine who spends her time sipping iced coffee, chasing after her two little ones, reading, running, and editing. Because I chat alot about my personal life, books i’ve read, and other style recommendations - I may receive commissions on affiliate links in articles.