Chaletmomma

I was in CT this past weekend for a wedding - of course I was thrilled to share my dear friends special day. But, I was excited to think about where else to visit since CT is not my usual stomping grounds. I settled on the Terrain Store in Westport, CT. My girlfriend Kris and I were so jazzed to see what they offer and we quickly made a plan to visit again in a few weeks with our holiday shopping lists. Here are a few images - Enjoy!

Upon entering you’re met with their nursery area.

The Halloween items were both bootiful and fun.

Holiday is out and fabulous… such great ornaments and decor.

They offer items for any level gardener. Plus wonderful nature inspired decor.

They have personal items - robes, gloves, scarves.

They have a very popular Cafe’ on site.

Friends I can’t recommend a visit enough!

Til next time we well and Happy Halloween!

Hi friends recently I was looking to replace an old pair of rainboots. I wear everything for a long time; which means sometimes I find replacing items difficult, either because the retailer no longer carries the item or they have been discontinued by the manufacturer.

I took a deep dive and ordered a few styles from Zappos to try. I decided in addition to a tall pair of rainboots to add a bootie style I can wear with jeans.

My very first pair of rainboots was a gift from my husband. You may want to grab a pair for yourself or possibly someone else.

Kamik - Chloe Lo: These boots were very reminiscent of galoshes. They have a nice weight, are very malleable and easy to put on. The material is thin of 100% made with PVC-free, vulcanized rubber and are vegan verified. But, the sizing was off. The 8 was too small and the 9 was too big. The contrasting lining color is fun! These I really wanted to love.

Sperry - Torrent Chelsea: I was excited about the design. But, when I walked in them they hit the front of my leg in an odd spot and honestly it sorta hurt. I thought could I wear these with thicker socks - but no I don’t want to buy anything that feels in any way uncomfortable.

UGG - Drizlita: I only wear UGG slippers so the prospect of UGG rainboots with the same wonderful sheepskin insole excited me to no end. The boots however were large on my feet and the sole was clunky, heavy and has UGG written across it over and over and over which I am not a fan of.

Kamik - Heidi 2: They fit well and were comfortable. The leg has a nice width. They were easy to put on and take off. I did not like that they had no fabric lining in the leg.

Here are the two styles I chose:

Toni Pons - Cavour: These are the winner friends. I like the color, the elastic side panels, the easy pull tab and the substantial feel when I walk. They are made in Spain. I’ve worn them a handful of times - they are comfy!

Kamik - Heidi: I couldn’t find this sku through Zappos - the site we use to purchase most of our footwear. I went directly to Kamik and success! I love the height of the leg, the cozy lining material and the multi-directional tread design on the sole assures sure footedness. I have worn them in light snow and ice. As the saying goes friends “If it ain’t broke...”