Floppy Hats and Jelly Shoes! And it’s NOT 1987!
This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group™ and Jelly Beans, but all my opinions are my own. {{Hat: Target // {{Maxi Dress: Old Navy Maternity // {{Necklace: Apricot Lane // {{Shoes: Jellybeans c/o
Okay, let’s talk about a few things here:
Jelly Shoes
If you follow me on Instagram, you saw I posted a picture of these bad boys (or are Jelly shoes girls?) the other day.
No, you’re NOT seeing things. Jelly shoes are back, baby! Jellybeans have brought them BACK and I don’t care who knows it. I LOVED jellies as a kid. So, when I heard about this particular opportunity to get a first glimpse at the new Jellybeans jelly shoes hitting the market, I JUMPED at the chance.
Why?
Because I want to relive my youth, that’s why. When you’re very pregnant, anything to relive your “younger days” seems like a great idea.
Now, let’s talk about them for a second and I’ll spill all the beans to you. (hahaha get it? Jellybeans? No?)
Jellybeans jelly sandals are back on the market and shipping for FREE in the US. They are coming in a TON of colors and are available for women AND kids.
Now, I was SUPER pumped to get mine in the mail. I do love them – the red color I picked out is AWESOME and super bright, they don’t DESTROY your feet like jelly shoes of the past did (blisters for MONTHS with the old ones when I was a kid), and my super swollen preggo feet fit in them GREAT.
I will say, on the downside of things, I was a little disappointed in the overall “craftsman” work of the shoes, if you will. There was like some extra jelly shoe mold or something in some of the spaces where there should be a hole on the top of the shoes… if that makes sense? Does that make sense what I’m saying? So, it almost looked like the shoes were made in a rush. But I don’t remember if that was an issue with the shoes when I was a kid or not. I honestly can’t remember.
Also, they are noisy to walk in. While they are UBER SUPER comfortable (seriously, destroyed feet are a thing of the jelly shoe past), anyone can hear you from like 10 miles away when you walk in these puppies.
But honestly? At the end of the day, I can’t help but smile when I wear them. No, they’re not practical for EVERY DAY and no I wouldn’t wear them ALL THE TIME, but I will definitely wear these when I’m feeling like I need a little extra OOMPH in my day. I’ll wear these when I just want to put a smile on my face (and the faces of people I come into contact with). Because you CAN’T POSSIBLY be sad when you’re wearing bright red jelly shoes.
I mean REALLY.
So yeah, Jellybeans are back (and did I mention with FREE shipping?) You can check them out on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.
Okay, moving on now.
Floppy Hats
Another thing you can’t be sad when wearing? A floppy hat! I was PUMPED when Marion announced her trend of the month was HATS this month… because I have been looking for any and all excuses to wear my floppy hat. This hat was absolutely an impulse buy back in May. I had a coupon and snagged it for $11. Best $11 ever. But it’s not every day you can wear a giant black floppy hat.
But, at 38 weeks pregnant, you do what you want in the fashion world.
And that includes wearing a floppy hat and bright red jelly shoes.
AM I RIGHT?!
Right.
What about you? Are you gonna hop on the Jelly shoe trend again? What about hats? Are you a hat lover / hater / wearer? Sound off in the comments below!
Linked up today with Marionberry Style, Because Shanna Said So, and The Pleated Poppy.
Man those Jelly’s are bringing back memories of summers as a kid… I love the floppy hat – I mean could you be any cuter?!
xoxo,
Nikki at http://www.bedazzlesafterdark.com
thank you so much, nikki!!
I got red jellies too! You have good taste, girl! The Jelly’s look sooo cute on you!
xo,
http://www.shannonheartsblog.com
yeah!! twins!
Gorgeous hat, dress, jelly shoes and of course bump! I would love you to link up to my new style linky Fashion Friday, here: http://mummysgotstyle.com/fashion-friday-launches/
thank you so much!! i will def check out your link up!! 🙂
i used to love jelly shoes!!! and i love your floppy hat!
xo,
Angela
Thanks Angela!!
I remember a pond in the neighbors pastor that we’d climb the fence to go play in. I would wear my jelly shoes because I could get in the water in them and not have to worry what was on the bottom of the pond that could possibly get lodged into my feet. Isn’t it fun bringing up old memories with something so simple. I loved the photos. Wish I would have taken some of me when I was pregnant. But, I am not even close to being photogenic. I am afraid of cameras being pointed in my direction LOL.
hahaha i love when things conjure up memories like that. and awww i bet you were a BEAUTIFUL pregnant woman!!
Got the chills looking at these pictures!! Oh my word, serious framers!!! Look at that sweet belly!!! Savor it!! You are almost there!!
aw thank you so much, shanna <3
Love it Molly! You look beautiful. 🙂 And baby is almost here!!
Thanks, Mel!
OMG I am freaking out right now! I had an IDENTICAL pair of jelly shoes, ohh mmphgh30mmphh years ago and I loved them so much I would wear them to bed and once my cousin slept over and I gave hear bruises by kicking her in my sleep wearing my jelly shoes and she got so mad at me she demanded to go home the next morning and I was extremely offended that I was being held accountable for my actions while I was asleep! Sorry for the random story, but that’s what jumped into my head when I saw your photos !!
haha i love this!!
I love love love that jelly shoes are making a comeback!
They are so fun – especially for the summer 🙂
You look just gorgeous in your jellies and floppy hat!
xx,
tiana of l’esthetique
Thank you so much, tiana!
WAIT. I loooveedddd jelly shoes growing up. I’m pretty sure I had at least 20 colors…I can’t believe they’re back. Yay!
im the same way!!! hooray nostalgia!!
i love the pop of color from your red jellies and i think the red color makes those shoes feel less 1980s my childhood is calling again.
yes! i felt the same way. i totally feel like a kid again in these shoes 🙂
You look so adorable. Love the dress, love the floppy hat, and totally love the jellies! So glad there are no blisters this time around because those were definitely no fun.
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
thanks, yi-chia!!
First off, you are adorable. Secondly, I lived in my jellies as a kid too! ALL colors, but my favorites were always glittered and typically pink or purple! Not sure if I can pull them off nowadays, but I may just try!
Amy
http://www.mariposamedley.etsy.com
oh amy you can totally pull them off today!! i know you can!! 🙂 🙂
You’re so close Molly! I had that same ON maternity dress except mine had long sleeves. I hope you’re feeling good! XO
ahh thank you so much, audrey!! yes this dress has been my saving grace for sure! i love it. any day now!!
Your red ones are sooo cute! I got a pair too that you’ll see on my blog next week. I’m psyched that they’re back in style 🙂
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
Forever 21 Giveaway!
SWEET! i can’t WAIT to see you rock yours!!
I might jump on the Jellybean band wagon. I remember wanting jellies SO BAD when I was 5 or 6, but my mom wouldn’t get them because she said they’d make my feet sweat. Sad story, I know. So, I might have to order me a pair! The red ones are so cute on you, Molly!
oh rebecca, DO IT!! haha i was the same way – i wasn’t allowed to have them as a kid, either, but then my sister bought some for me!! i remember my mom being so mad! but then she ended up loving them!
Such an adorable look! You look amazing in this black dress!
thanks, rachel!
haha, a few years ago nordstrom started carrying old school jellies again (at least the stores in seattle). i bought like three colors…thinking they were coming back and SO excited.
glad it’s actually happening now. nothing like some good jellies! they are the best!
yessss!!! love it!! (pizza face! :))
Jelly shoes! Man, that takes me back. How fun, and I love the color you got 🙂
thanks, megan!! now i know that if anyone could find a pair of thrifted jelly shoes, it would be you!!
I’m loving this jelly show trend and totally wore jellies as a kid! And oh the blisters, you’re so right! Miserable. Good to know they’re comfy 🙂
And I’m undecided on the floppy hats…haven’t had the nerve to buy one, but always think they look good on others 🙂
i think you would look ADORABLE in a floppy hat – i can’t do the fedora trend, but the floppy hats i can dig!
Such beautiful pictures and I love your look. Old Navy was a lifesaver when I was pregnant, all three times!
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Thank you so much, Vicki!
Vicky*
I love big hats and you look great in this one! I think my daughter would love the jelly shoe trend! We need to find some! Susan
Yes! Get some for her for sure! So fun!
Could you look any more adorable?? Love this, and the jelly shoes are so fun!
Aww thank you, Tara!
The style these photos were edited, with that slight hazy tint, makes it FEEL like its 1987! I love it!
Thanks, Lauren!!