Walking through Savannah in An Unlikely Pear

Before we headed off to Savannah I discovered a trendy online shoe boutique called An Unlikely Pear that I absolutely fell in love with. In desperate need of some new shoes, I was thrilled to add two new pair to my wardrobe. Savannah was an ideal location to break them in, with plenty of charming sidewalk to explore. 

I chose a neutral, strappy, block heeled sandal, and a boho boot to add to my collection. London was smitten with this Jessica Simpson Kariba Cage Sandal. She followed me everywhere saying "Shewwwww", and as soon as I took them off she was walking around in them as best she could. Lacing is so on trend right now and the suede texture and tassel detail made the perfect finishing touches. 

I love the style of these sandals so much. I'm just as comfortable with them in a maxi dress as I am in cropped boyfriend jeans. They can be dressed up, or add the perfect funky touch to a casual look. 

When I received these Not Rated Sansa boots I fully expected to have to break them in a little. I was pleasantly surprised that they were already good to go. The streets of Savannah were no match for my walking boots. We traversed cobble stones, bricks, stairs, and parks on our trip. These boots were just as comfy at the end of the day as when I slipped them on at the start of the day. Also, I originally thought they were so boho I might be limited on what to where them with, but they are surprisingly versatile. 

The Western flare these boots have is one of fashion's most sought after details right now. Exposed threading, and laser cut edging make them stand out, while the neutral shade blends with a large color spectrum. These are a great investment for fall and winter, and will transition straight into festival season. As comfy as they are, they are sure to stick around your closet for seasons to come. 

Now you have the chance to score a pair for yourself. Shop AnUnlikelyPear.com right now and get 10% off with the code AMYWESTTRAVEL .

Happy Shopping!

Until then...

Enjoy the Journey!

xo - Amy West

www.amywesttravel.com 

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Although my shoes were a gift from An Unlikely Pear, the words in this blog are all my own.

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Endless Summer with Sunuva UV Swimwear & Beachwear

This fall our hometown Jacksonville Beach is still picking up the pieces leftover from Hurricane Matthew. Our beaches were battered. Our dunes were obliterated, many of our beach accesses were closed, a good portion of our pier destroyed and there is still much debris where there was once pristine sand. However, in the spirit of rebuilding and celebrating our nearly year 'round beach weather, we teamed up with Sunuva UV Swimwear and Beachwear and brought the girls out for a fashionable post rejoicing in Florida's endless summer. 

Sienna is wearing the Aqua Boho Dress

Kids UV Swimwear and Beachwear

This luxurious children's line is not just fashionable, it's also functional. Feel confident when your kids are frolicking on the beach, that they are getting complete sun protection even beyond your sunscreen application. Swimsuits have built in 50+ protection from harmful UV rays. That's a worthwhile investment with a completely adorable silver lining if you ask me!  

London is wearing the Pink with Yellow Frill Dress now on sale

London is wearing the Pink with Yellow Frill Dress now on sale

Sienna is wearing the Aqua Boho Dress

Pretty Little Prints and Accessories Too

I love Sunuva's selection of adorable prints. They are colorful, bright and playful while still being subtle and chic. They offer designs for boy and girls as well as siblings, so you can have fun matching them up! Sienna loved her trendy Boho dress and both girls enjoyed the extremely soft fabrics. Sunuva also has a great line of accessories including hats, scarfs, bags, and shoes. 

London's Blossom Swimsuit is also available in a Bikini here 

Celebrity Style at Affordable Prices

Worn by the fashionable offspring of celebrities like Victoria Beckham, Sunuva is high on style but easy on your pocket. Looking for a deal? Sunuva even has an outlet page where you can find styles up to half off! 

The seasons are getting cooler but now is the time to think about resortwear for vacations. Or if you live in Florida like I do, it's always time to keep your beach style on point. Make sure the kiddos are protected from the sun while showing off their fashionable personalities with Sunuva Swimwear and Beachwear. 

Until then...

Enjoy the Journey!

xo- Amy West

www.amywesttravel.com

Sienna is wearing the Girls Folk Swimsuit now on sale 

Although Sunuva UV Swimwear and Beachwear was kind enough to gift us with these darling swimsuits and dresses, all the words and opinions expressed in this blog are my own.

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Boho Beach Days | Featuring Anthropologie

Summer is creeping to an end, but if you're a Floridian like me, you may be looking forward to several more months of sunshine and sand. I have a closet full of go to cover ups and sundresses, but when I saw these flowy beach pants I knew they had my name written all over them for my next outfit post. 

Most folks flock to the beach on the weekend, but when you live at the beach, it's all about those week day nights. With half the usual tourists lining the shore, there is plenty of room to spread out and run free. Our kids love playing in the tide pools and bringing out the hoola hoop to practice new tricks. 

These beach pants from Anthropologie live up to their name. Extremely light weight and cool, they also dry very quickly after getting wet. I love the tiny pom pom fringe, so on trend this season. The t-shirt is from Anthropologie as well and is amazingly comfortable. I love the detailing along the neckline and the pin tucking in the back. 

 

The scarf was a great accessory, and a handy cover up for the little on after we shed those sandy clothes. Sometimes you plan to go swimming, other times you plan to go for a walk. Who are we kidding though? Children will always end up wet and sandy at the beach. 

Beach Pants - Red T-Shirt - Sunglasses - Boho Necklace - Scarf/Sarong - Girls Swim Suit (Similar) - Earrings (Similar)  - Bracelet (Similar) - Lip Color 

What's your go to beach ensemble? Love hearing your style tips in the comments below.

Until then...

Enjoy the journey!

xo- Amy West

www.amywesttravel.com 

Special thanks to Tara Clemons for taking the photos
and
Rio Hair Studio for keeping my locks on point

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The Ultimate T-Shirt Dress

Always searching for the most effortless fashion, I recently discovered this comfy look at Anthropologie. The T-shirt dress has been more popular this year than ever before as loungewear, and activewear continue to surge at the register. 

If you follow me on snapchat (under AmyWestTravel) you might remember this look from a recent day trip I took to Fernandina. Perfect for a day on the water, this outfit is easy breezy. 

I've been wearing these Mia Gladiators all summer. They needed a little bit of breaking in because the elastic straps were a little tight, but now they are like second skin. There isn't a lot of tread on them though, so be careful not to slip. 

I love this necklace I also found at Anthropologie. I've been surprised to find it goes with almost anything, a perfect neutral piece that can really change up an outfit and make it pop.  

As for sizing on this Threads striped T-shirt dress, I went for the Small. Sometimes I wear a medium, but this had plenty of room in a Small. I love the classic stripes since they will never go out of style. Bonus! This dress has pockets! 

Dress - Hat - Ring - Bracelet (old but here is one similar) - Shoes - Necklace- Sunglasses

With fall right around the corner, I look forward to getting creative and seeing what I can do with layers to create more of a transitional look. 

Until then...

Enjoy the Journey!

xo- Amy West

www.amywesttravel.com 

Special thanks to:

Tara Clemons for Photography

RIO Hair Studio for Hair cut and color

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Nautical Stripes | Timeless Summer Style

Summer's not over just yet, and that means it's still chic to style up your best nautical looks. I happened upon this darling Ahoy Shift by Maeve at Anthropologie and immediately fell in love. I easily could have played up some red accessories for a fun 4th or Labor Day outfit. For me it felt a little too much like a costume when I did. In this case I kept it simple and easy with a splash of color for an ensemble that remains both timeless and cool for the summer. 

Posing in front of one of Jacksonville Beach's favorite neighborhood restaurants

When it comes to summer, I live in light airy dresses. Nothing gets my heart beating faster than a cute summer sundress. This nautical shift was no exception. Timeless style is always on trend. 

Know When to Wrap it Up

3 Reasons to Wrap Up Your Hair:

1. It's Hot

2. Your Hair is Dirty

3. It Compliments the Look, i.e. This look is all about showing off your upper body. 

D. All of the above ;) 

I really wanted my yellow bandana for this one but I couldn't find it, ugh. This white one worked in a pinch though. In fact, I think I like it better.

Dainty and Neutral 

Details 

I used to love long dangly chandelier earrings. Call it the passage of trends, or simply motherhood, whatever the reason these days I typically opt for studs. I love these rhinestone anchors. Simplicity with a little bit of bling. And you can't go wrong with a pair of classic cat eye sunnies, and cognac leather strappy heels. So many ways to style these. 

Pop of Color

This look screams for a pop of red or yellow... or both in this case. Keeping with my summer looks so far, I brought in the famous yellow bag. I couldn't bring myself to do anything but a bright red lip to pop on this mostly neutral palate. 

Fit and Sizing 

I have purchased a few Maeve dresses and usually I am true to size in a Medium. For this Ahoy Shift though, I had to size down to a Small as the dress was very baggy. The fabric is not stretchy at all so don't plan for any give. It's pull over styling with no zipper so make sure to get ready with the dress on to avoid messing up your hair or getting that red lipstick on your crisp new dress. It is lined, but make sure to keep the dress away from velcro. Velcro or anything that can snag will ruin the fabric promptly. Bonus! Thanks to the structured fit and bow front design, you can easily get away with going bra free. Wohoo!

What are your favorite summer trends? I love hearing about your personal style and what you'd love to see on Amy West Travel. Give me a shout in the comments below.

Until then...

Enjoy the Journey!

xo- Amy West

www.amywesttravel.com 

Special thanks to Tara Clemons for shooting this look.

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3 Reasons Quality Time at Home is a Must Have | Featuring Anthropologie

The past six months have been a little slower than my usual. Well... let's define slower. Slower when it comes to jet setting around the world, being in the social limelight, and exploring new luxurious destinations. However, if you define having a baby, getting a kindergartener adjusted to big kid school, buying and moving into a house, and continuing my work on this blog and in the media as slow well... you are probably way out of my league when it comes to busy. It's true my definition of busy has been redefined yet again. It won't be long though, before I pick up my travel pace. In fact, we are headed out to Texas this month to discover all the treasures Houston has in store. I look forward to bringing you the best of Houston, until then I'm embracing these last few refreshing days of spring with my little ones. Here are three reasons I love being home. 

1. Routine is the Rhythm of Life

Don't get me wrong. I have come to crave the unknown. I appreciate the beauty of spontaneity, and I love seeking out adventure. However, I find my world begin to shift wildly out of control when there are no boundaries, or rhythm to get into when it comes to every day life. Living out of a suit case can be romantic, but it's not a sustainable way of life. Everyone needs a home base, whether it's a tiny flat, or a 3 story townhouse. Quality time at home allows the space I need to establish the norm, the baseline, or standard I compare the rest of my life to. There is a comfort in routine, and a feeling of security. This is especially important for children. This routine, if established correctly is useful when traveling, but it will never have the coziness it possesses at home. 

2. Head in the Clouds, Feet on the Ground

Traveling can feel like a fantasy. Life seems to be full of color, everything is new, and someone cleans your room every day! By nature I'm a dreamer, and when I'm traveling those dreams come alive. When I'm at home things are more humble. I've learned to see the beauty in those humble moments. Without the contrast of these two worlds, it gets easy to take them for granted. The balance of each of these worlds instead makes me a more well rounded individual, living in the moment whether I'm the one being waited on, or doing the cleaning and care taking for my family. It's the embodiment of one of my favorite scriptures. 

"I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want." ~ Philippians 4:12

3. Refresh and Refocus

Sometimes I get restless. I wonder what I'm really accomplishing, or I feel I've completed the challenge I set out to conquer and I crave a new obstacle to overcome. Sometimes, though... it's time to be quiet. Take a break, and quiet my mind. It is in these moments that creativity does it's best work. You can't force an "Aha" moment. You have to be listening. When I'm home and connected to the simple rhythm of life, I hear that little voice that is so easily missed during the times I'm in "the zone" and busy with all my personal goals. This is also the time I take stock of my relationships, and reconnect, repair, and rebuild any that need maintenance. Because, relationships are everything.

There truly is "No place like home", but I do agree that home is where your heart is, and there are infinite pictures of what that image looks like to different people. What does home mean to you? How does it coexist with your journey and adventures through life? I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.

Until then...

Enjoy the Journey!

xo- Amy West

www.amywesttravel.com 

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Akemi + Kin Embroidered Sienna Top • $88

Michael Stars 'Uptown' Floppy Hat • Michael Stars • $46.80

AG Farrah Skinny Jeans Paradox 30 Pants • AG Jeans • $188

Lane Boots Dakota Cowboy Boots - Leather, Snip-Toe (For Women) • Dakota • $229.95

Versace Sunglasses, VERSACE VE4295 57 • Versace • $250

Rachael Ryen Wishbone Threaded Drops • $78

Three Dots Tunic Tank • Three Dots • $55

Smashbox Be Legendary Cream Lipstick • Smashbox • $21

Jacadi Infant Girls' Ruffled Chambray Top - Sizes 6-18 Months • Jacadi • $44

Bloomie's Infant Girls' Glitter Heart Leggings, Sizes 9-24 Months - 100% Bloomingdale's Exclusive • $28

Cherokee Newborn Girls' 4 Pack Mini Bow - Pink & Blue Cherokee® • Cherokee • $5

Ralph Lauren Textured Mosaic Beach Towel • Ralph Lauren • $125

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