When I lived in Maui a few years ago, my roommates and I completely embraced the perks of being a Kamaʻāina (or local resident of the island, aka: “child of the land,” LOL). I vividly remember the morning my roommate Katherine and I drove to central Maui to obtain our state IDs (I cried last year when it finally expired… feels like only yesterday I was living there). Fast forward seven years and, although Kat and I have remained close, I’m stoked to be reuniting with her through my new local (let’s just say Kamaʻāina, shall we?) partnership with
Flip Flop Shops. Kat owns the store at Fashion Place (she’s a go-getter) and I just so happen to have a major love for flip flops (they remind me of Maui) and a blog that’s fun for sharing the latest styles. So…we’re teaming up!
What does that mean for you? As a Flip Flop Shops ambassador, I’ll be sharing my favorite styles for summer, vacations, gift ideas (ahem, Easter and Mother’s Day are fast-approaching) and more, all from top brands and exclusive lines that are available at Flip Flop Shops. For local readers, you’ll be able to take advantage of special discounts at the Flip Flop Shops store at Fashion Place Mall and participate in local giveaways.
The flip flops I’m wearing above were designed for
Cobian by the one-and-only
Bethany Hamilton, exclusively for Flip Flop Shops. You may remember her as the amazing surfer girl who survived a shark attack in 2003 that claimed her left arm. She was only 13 years old. Bethany is a shining example of courage, true beauty and of hope that the hardest of challenges can be overcome. Now 24, Bethany is a pro surfer (she’s won several surfing competitions with only one arm!) and the founder of the
Friends of Bethany foundation that supports amputees and survivors of shark attacks.
What I love most about these flip flops (besides the comfortable design and “surfer girl” vibe) is the writing on the bottom that says “overcome.” For me, it’s another connection to that island state of mind that reminds me everything’s gonna be alright. And when I feel optimistic, I am less afraid. Ahh, I’m ready to book my vacation…
Now for the Giveaway:
Flip Flop Shops at Fashion Place is giving one lucky local reader a free pair of Bethany Hamilton signature sandals (3 colors to choose from)!*
Plus, the first 10 people to visit the store and mention this blog post will receive a free signed Bethany Hamilton poster.**
*Winner must redeem prize in-store at the Flip Flop Shops Fashion Place location.
**While supplies last. Readers must complete the entries in the Rafflecopter widget to be eligible to redeem the poster in-store.
CONGRATULATIONS, MELISSA C. DALE!
YOU WON THE FLIP FLOP SHOPS GIVEAWAY. I’LL BE EMAILING YOU WITH THE DETAILS. XO
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Bonus:
During the month of April, Flip Flop Shops is featuring the Bethany Hamilton for Cobian line and offering some fun ways for you to get involved:
A portion of each purchase of the Bethany Hamilton flip flops goes directly to the Friends of Bethany foundation.
With every pair of Bethany Hamilton flip flops purchased, you’ll receive a free copy of Bethany’s documentary, “Heart of a Soul Surfer” (watch the trailer here).
Visit Flip Flop Shops at Fashion Place and snap a picture with the Bethany standup poster. Post your photo to Instagram using the hashtag #everystepmatters to enter for a chance to meet Bethany in person.
Thanks for reading and good luck!
xox
LOVE this look! Those pastel pants and white top look amazing together!
Love the bag and flip flops too!
The Style Storm
<3, Christina
I've done all the entries! I'm the WORST when it comes to owning flip flops, I haven't owned a pair in years… Until two days ago when I bout some $2 ones at Kmart so I have something to wear to the beach here in Maryland. Hahaha sad! So I could definitely use a win!
My favorite destination?! Oh man, too hard to choose! I really loved Hawaii when I went, heard ago. But I have loved every vacation I've ever taken. Haha
I completed the mandatory requirements… my favorite beaches are in newport, laguna beach, and huntington beach!
Love!
This is the cutest outfit!!! And what an awesome way to team up with your friend and honor all of your travels <3
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darling outfit! 🙂 thanks for the giveaway as well!
ladies in navy
So pretty Amanda! I am loving the color of those gorgeous pants. Love it girl!
XO
Love Me, Dani Marie
Oh wow…..my favorite beach destination/vacation? OBVI it's with YOU in MAUI! I love you Amanda/LittleMissFearless! You are one of the most outgoing, fashionable, fearless babes the world has ever seen! (Oh, and I completed all the requirements). 🙂 #808loveaffair #flipflops #besties
Super cute!
Such a great beach look!
-Adrienne. xo
Citizen of the World
Citizen of the World
So cute and such a fun color! Favorite beach has been in Costa Rica
Completed mandatory requirements. And def my favorite vacation destination has to be cancun!!
I always love vacationing in the Outer Banks here in NC!
Paige
http://thehappyflammily.com
cute outfit!
http://www.baker-of-luxury.blogspot.com
Love the bag!
xo – Sheila
http://www.sheislovelyblog.com
Love her story!
Love her story! Love Newport Beach! There is something about that place…every summer we would go there and get Balboa Bars and play in the ocean all day long! Love the sun and the ocean!
Such an awesome giveaway, I love her amazing story. She is such a inspiration!
Cute and stylish look!!
Xoxo,
Milla ♥ http://blondhairpinkheart.blogspot.co.at/
love the tones in this outfit! your top and bottoms are so lovely!
xo Sarah
http://absolutelysarahx.blogspot.com
I love love love that tote!!
xoxo
Stacey
Five Minute Style
Love those pastel pants paired with lace!
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I completed all of the requirements! (: And I love Laguna Beach in California! I would love to go back! (:
Love this look. All requirements completed. I'm in love with Hawaii.
Love this look. All requirements completed. I'm in love with Hawaii.
Loving these pastel colors for spring.
pinkandnavystripes.com
i did all of them. and i love going to the beach with my family!
Thanks for the giveaway! I completed all the requirements. My best beach experience was way back in high school when I went to Aruba!
Thanks for the giveaway! I complete all the requirements. My favorite beach experience was way back in high school when I went to Aruba!
I have completed all requirements, thank you! Love your email blog updates, so fun! I love every beach, sun and sand what could be better? Hawaii tops my list =)
I have completed all requirements, thank you! Love your email blog updates, so fun! I love all beaches, sun and sand- what could be better?! So far the big Island beaches in Hawaii are my favorite.
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