Just a North Country Cowgirl & Link Up On the Edge #148
I think I have wanted red cowgirl boots ever since I saw Ariel wearing those iconic red boots in Footloose 35 years ago. You know the ones I speak of, don’t you? Didn’t every young girl want to be as badass as she was back in 1984? I am certain I had cowgirl boots back then, but they definitely were not red. And I was only 10, so I am sure that even if I had red cowgirl boots, I certainly was not permitted to be as damn sexy as Ariel, the defiant preacher’s daughter. Wasn’t she the perfect example of teenage rebellion, too? And she got to make out with Kevin Bacon. Oh, swoon.
I rebelled a bit differently from Ariel when I was in high school. I traveled down the Grunge and Goth road instead of going country. But those red cowboy boots always stayed somewhere deep in my unconscious yearnings. The desire would resurface occasionally throughout the years and I would invest in a pair of boots along the way, but I never got the red ones.
Until now. Now I have the red ones! And I couldn’t be a happier cowgirl! I kept my country yearnings in the closet for a really long time, always feeling a little bit out of my element, like I couldn’t be a cowgirl living in the north. Except now I am out of the closet and have gone full on country. Because why the hell not? Every day is a new day. A chance to be whatever I want to be. Last week, I was feeling a little bit like Carrie Bradshaw, big city midlife fashionista. Yesterday, I wanted to be like Gwen Stefani, a sassy rock star. Today I want to be more like Ariel, the sexy, rebellious, preacher’s daughter. And tomorrow, who knows what I will want to be tomorrow. Tomorrow will let me know.
Lately, I have been approaching my wardrobe as a place to choose a role and play it for the day. Kind of like putting on a costume. And each day, I get to pick a new role. Whatever I want really. And my goodness, it is so much fun! It gets me going in the morning. It makes the mundane of daily life just a little bit more interesting. And I really wouldn’t have it any other way. Like Gwen Stefani says, “I’ve always been a girl who loves to dress up.” Yep, me, too. And I will always be that girl. The one who dresses up.
So today, I am a cowgirl just finding my country in these amazing red boots. By the way, did you see my gold floral cowgirl boots and my black floral ones, too? Did you also notice how excited I get when I find footwear that amazes me? I don’t know if my extreme levels of enthusiasm accurately translate through written words. But I seriously get so freaking happy! Not only will I always be the girl who dresses up, but I will always be the girl who gets super excited about anything related to fashion.
I used to struggle so hard with the fear of people judging me about my passion. Like it was so totally frivolous and vain. But you know what? It’s not. At all. It is extraordinarily important that we feel great about ourselves. And fashion and style give us an outlet to make that happen. So I no longer have shame about getting up, dressing up, and showing up. Every single day. Because our days our limited. And none of us know when they are going to run out.
I think everyone of us has a little bit of cowgirl deep down. I mean, even Gwen Stefani is a little bit cowgirl (hello, Blake Shelton). So why not find your country and embrace your inner cowgirl (or cowboy), too. It really is just a state of mind.
“Cowgirl is a spirit, a special brand of courage. The cowgirl faces life head on, lives by her own lights, and makes no excuses. Cowgirls take stands. They speak up. They defend the things they hold dear. A cowgirl might be a rancher, or a barrel racer, or a bull rider, or an actress. But she’s just as likely to be a checker at the local Winn Dixie, a full-time mother, a banker, an attorney, or an astronaut.”
Dale Evans
While you are tapping into your inner cowgirl, why not enter the Country Outfitter Sweepstakes for a chance to win $500 to spend on your own country girl wardrobe? Entries will be accepted through July 7, 2019. All you need is an email address to enter!
Before I sign off, I have to tell you about these boots! First of all, the leather. Oh. My. God. The leather. The aroma as soon as I pulled them out of the box was like a cowgirl’s most comforting dream. I stood there and smelled the boots. As I gasped in delight, my children watched with speculation and were like, “Um, Mom…Why are you sniffing those boots like that?” All I could do was the hold the boots out for them to smell. They sniffed. But I am sure that they didn’t quite understood. Some day they will appreciate the scent of premium leather on well made footwear.
The fit. So. Astoundingly. Comfortable. Although, I ordered them a size up because often with a narrow toe, my feet get squeezed. I am usually a size 10-11 depending on the brand and style of shoes. I went with an 11 and they are slightly too big. I just added thick socks and I was good to go. My feet (and back) were thankful at the end of a long day. No pain. Only pleasure. Plus I received a whole bunch of compliments on my new red boots and that always makes a girl feel a little extra special!
And since I was just ranting about how excited I get over all things style related…I have to tell you that this is my very first romper! Ever in adult life. And it is so stinking adorable. And comfortable. But you guys, the bathroom is a serious issue! I pee frequently. Like multiple times an hour. What a hassle! This cute romper ties at the back of the neck. So I had to untie that first, then untie the belt, then take the whole thing down, then pull down the tights and underwear before I could even make toilet-contact! Then I had to do the entire process in reverse after relieving myself. No less than 2 dozen times throughout the day. I have not yet decided if the cuteness level of the romper is worth all that. Only time will tell.
So I have ranted and I have raved and I have praised and shared my enthusiasm with you all. Now go enter that giveaway! You can’t win if you don’t enter! And you can’t be a true cowgirl/cowboy without a fabulous pair of new boots!
So tell me, are you a cowgirl/cowboy?
And now your favorite posts from last week.
Julie of This Main Line Life shared her post, 12 “Healthy” Foods That Aren’t So Healthy. There is lots of great information in this post that is quite eye-opening in the world of “health” foods.
Anna of Mutton Years Style and I shared her post, Match Made in Seven-Ode to Iris Apfel. Anna “thinks she managed her ode. Just.” However, I think she managed the ode brilliantly in her very own perfect way! Such a fabulous statement blazer and those sneakers! I suspect that Iris would approve.
Kathrine of Kathrine Eldridge, Wardrobe Stylist shared her post, Floral Print Shorts. Not only is the outfit so perfectly suited, bold and vibrant, for a beautiful summer’s day, but more importantly, Kathrine is all about the body positivity in this post, too. As she should be…because she looks fabulous!
Keeping it on the edge,
Shelbee
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36 Comments
Tamar Strauss-Benjamin
Those boots were made for walking!
Love the white dress, too!
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Thanks so much, Tamar! I totally had that song in my head all day when I wore these boots, too! Haha. Have a great weekend, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Nancy
Oh yes, I always thought that cowboy boots and shorts ,or a short denim skirt, looked so cool! I had one pair of cowboy boots in my life and the heel was so steep that I could not walk normal in those. But they were so cool!
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Thanks so much, Nancy! I do love cowboy boots the most with short shorts or dresses! They are so much fun and totally cool and badass! You need to get yourself another pair that you can walk in! I can totally see you rocking a pair of cowgirl boots.
xoxo
Shelbee
Kathrine Eldridge
The boots are fabulous! I remember Ariel from Footloose and I wanted to be her too. I adore the tights with them as well. Thanks for featuring me friend and have a great weekend!
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Thanks so much, Kathrine! I might need to recreate Ariel’s outfit with my red boots! I will have to research it more. Have a great weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Kellyann Rohr
Beautiful boots! I want to watch Footloose again! Takes me back to my high school days! You look fabulous my friend!
xo,
Kellyann
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Thank you, Kellyann! I think I need to watch Footloose this weekend now. It is such a great movie. Cheesy, but oh so good! Have a wonderful weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Julie | This Main Line Life
Thanks so much for the mention Shelbee. I really appreciate it. Love that cute outfit with the cowboy boots. I like them in red too.
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Thanks so much, Julie! I hope you have the most wonderful weekend!
xoxo
Shelbee
jodie filogomo
First…the boots!! Totally fabulous, and that’s one of my favorite movies!!
Second…you might appreciate the romper better when you don’t have to wear it with tights. I’m telling you, pulling the legs to the side is the way to go for the bathroom trick!!
XOXO
Jodie
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Thanks so much, Jodie! I hope we get some weather where I don’t need tights! I am still freezing! Although temperatures are in teh low 70’s now…but I am just always cold. Freaking menopause! And toilet tricks! LOL
xoxo
Shelbee
Jacqui Berry
I saw a sparkly pair of cowgirl boots in Venice – I should have bought them, but didn’t! I’ll still upset that i didn’t get them. Yours are down-right fabulous, you look great Shelbee and have wonderful surrounding for all your shots – bravo, or should I say yeey – ha!!! Jacqui Mummabstylish
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Thanks so much, Jacqui! I just laughed out loud at your “yeey-ha”! Sparkly cowgirl boots sound so magnificent! I wonder if you can find them online somehow!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jill
I loved Footloose! I might have to see if it’s on Amazon or Netflix and watch it again! Those cowboy boots are so cool! Love how you styled this fabulous look!
Jill – Doused in Pink
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Thanks so much, Jill! I could seriously watch Footloose a million times and never get bored of it!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jennie
Hahaha – who knew a Fab 40’s post was going to make you find that inner cowgirl?! You have embraced it for sure. I have to admit, I have been doing more of the same since. 😉 These boots are amazing! Yes, to red cowboy boots and anything that brings a Footloose reference! You look great. Enjoy your weekend!
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Thanks so much, Jennie! For the wonderful compliment and for suggesting the Western theme that ignited my cowgirl flame! I seriously am having so much fun with my cowgirl boots. I want them all now! They are so cute with dresses and shorts and kimonos. I can’t get enough! Have you entered the giveaway?
xoxo
Shelbee
Lisa Richardson
Oh my gosh…I just watch Footloose last weekend…LOL I had totally forgotten about Ariel’s red boots until then. You rock cowgirl boots, Shelbee!!!
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Thanks so much, Lisa! I need to watch Footloose again. I never tire of it!
xoxo
Shelbee
Patrick Weseman
Looking so very nice there. Love how you paired the romper with red tights and the red boots. Very good use of colors. And you are teaching me a lot about fashion.
I am a little too urban here to do the cow boots deal. LOL.
Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful weekend.
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Patrick, you crack me up! Thanks for the compliments and I always love that you learn something more about women’s fashion when you visit my blog. Rompers are no joke, for real! Because going to the bathroom isn’t already a big enough process for women, we have to throw cute yet inconvenient trends into the mix. Lol. And there is no such thing as too urban for cowboy boots…just ask John Travolta!
xoxo
Shelbee
Marilee J. Gramith
RED cowboy boots are a cut above the ordinary! If they have embroidery?… DANG!!!
You need a few tips tricks in your arsenal Shelbee! These are very cool and it’s easy to see the little sexy cowgirl Angel sitting on your shoulder Shelbee. Your eyes are full of delight!
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Jude, thank you so much! I absolutely love these new red cowgirl boots (as evidenced by the delight in my eyes)! And the embroidery is really what got me! As I was shopping the red boots at Country Outfitter (they have quite the selection of red boots), the beautiful white embroidery just kept catching my eye!
xoxo
Shelbee
Laura
When we lived in Texas I wanted a pair of cow boots so much! And I got a fabulous pair of white ones with silver cactus on the side. I wore those things every Sunday to church and every other time I could! There is something about cow boots that are super fun to wear!
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Oh Laura, those sound like so much fun! There is something special about slipping your feet into a fabulous pair of cowgirl boots that makes you feel like you can take on the world! Have a fantastic weekend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Claire Justine
Aww, love these boots Shelbee. Beautiful outfit 🙂 Thanks for sharing at Welcome To The Weekend Blog Hop.
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Thanks so much, Claire! I am kind of loving rompers right now. And cowgirl boots, too, of course!
xoxo
Shelbee
Mica
What fun boots! it’s always great when we find and buy something we’ve wanted for a while, so much happiness every time you wear it / them! 🙂
Hope that you are having a great weekend! We had our son’s birthday party yesterday, it was loud but fun 🙂
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Thanks so much, Mica! It is so true that we get so much happiness when we finally get that one thing we have wanted for so long!
Kid parties are always loud, but it is so joyful to watch them having such fun! Happy Birthday to your son!
xoxo
Shelbee
Cheryl Shops
I totally remember the boots from Footloose, and I wanted a pair so badly. Lucky you, you are living the dream—those are super hot! 🙂
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Thanks, Cheryl! Did you enter the giveaway so you maybe you can win your own pair of fab red cowgirl boots?!
xoxo
Shelbee
Alicia OBrien
I am in need of a winter boot, but I am not sure cowboy is what I want! Actually don’t mind those black florals though. Is this 80s chick in bad form if I don’t remember those Footloose boots?! lol
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Alicia, thanks for reading! There are some cute cowboy boot styles that have more of a lug sole. I have a short pair like that and they are amazing winter boots! And oh my goodness, you must Google “Footloose red boots”! They were iconic!
xoxo
Shelbee
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