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The Grateful Gardenia is a blog dedicated to living a happy, healthy, stylish life at every age.

SHOES FOR COMFORT AND STYLE WITH WHO WHAT WEAR

October 6, 2020 janet gunn
Roam Wear - As far as slides go… on and off, this easy-breezy style from Roam Wear always fits my style.Use Code: Grateful10 / Bag from Mana St. Tropez

Roam Wear - As far as slides go… on and off, this easy-breezy style from Roam Wear always fits my style.

Use Code: Grateful10 / Bag from Mana St. Tropez

We're always down for shopping tips and styling advice from over-50 influencers Janet Gunn and Melissa Meyers. Of course, age has legit nothing to do with what you should or shouldn't wear, but their fashion point of view always piques our interest given their time over the years editing and curating their wardrobes. And given that the duo has both spent decades juggling various careers and their children, they're used to being busy and having to run around while maintaining their day-to-day.

So on that note, we thought it could be intriguing to learn about the specific shoe styles they've consistently relied on that are not only comfortable to get through long days, but also happen to be chic too. With that in mind, Gunn and Meyers shared with us their go-tos below, along with inspiration images as well. Keep scrolling for more, and shop picks for each category too if one of the comfortable shoe silhouettes catches your eye.

Code: JANETGUNNGRATEFULGARDENIA20

Code: JANETGUNNGRATEFULGARDENIA20

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Boots always help us put our best foot forward, whether we are wearing skirts or pants - Angela Scott is my go-to footwear from fall through winter.

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These loafers from Birdies have 7 layers of cush! Yep, that’s right, they are about as cozy as you get. They have such great styles to choose from and so so easy to wear. Living in California you’ll find someone in Birkenstocks almost every day of the week. I do love how they’ve made such a comeback with today’s fashion and function.

Code: Grateful15

Code: Grateful15

Butternut - Vision Quest

Butternut - Vision Quest

These easy slip-on shoes from Vision Quest will have you taking steps toward sustainability on your daily vision quest.  Elegant, comfortable, lightweight are great for everyday style, athleisure, work at home, and travel.  Memory foam and rubber outsole provide bounce and all day comfort.

Stylish Sneakers

Stylish Sneakers

"The comfiest shoe to wear when sneaking around town. We like to throw on a stylish pair with cropped jeans, long dresses, and skirts." 

Stay Stylish & Stay Safe!

xo, Janet

In Fashion Tags birkenstock, vision quest, alexander mcqueen, roam wear, Angela Scott
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CASUAL, SOLE-FUL AND EFFORTLESS DRESSING WITH A FEW FAVORITES

November 16, 2019 janet gunn
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Melissa Meyers and I are big fans of L.A. designer Ce Ce Chin, founder of Vision Quest Shoes. I look at her Babouche shoes as an “elevated sneaker” with a lot of “sole.” Whether I’m running around L.A or touring a new town, comfort is a must and thanks to the molded rubber outsole on Ce Ce’s shoes you can check that comfort box and thanks to her chic materials and design, you can check that style box. Ce Ce also mindfully placed a message on the inside of each shoe to remind us to be mindful of our everyday steps. And one last thing, they’re always a conversation starter! If you’re not familiar with Parker Thatch, that’s who I’m carrying in the photo, check out their website, it’s one of those “feel good” brands that understand the woman on-the-go with her own personal style.

Watch my interview with Ce Ce Chin on my Instagram page - IGTV

Smoke Snake

Smoke Snake

Dumpling Baby Easy - Gray Suede

Dumpling Baby Easy - Gray Suede

Back by popular demand - Rose Gold for your summer crush, “get em now”

Back by popular demand - Rose Gold for your summer crush, “get em now”

Reminder of our everyday steps.

Reminder of our everyday steps.

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Don’t mind us, we’re just crushing on a few things we love! When I laid eyes on this suede bag from Parker Thatch, I thought now this bag is fabulous!! I just love the size, and their color choices are super rich looking, and of course having a detachable strap is always a plus! I’m carrying their / DUMPLING BABY EASY- GRAY SUEDE-CANYON POINT BLUE STRAP. You’ll find on the inside a zipper closure along with an inside pocket for your daily essentials. FYI, it won’t be so easy to choose! They have gorgeous colors, patterns, styles and sizes.

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Here’s a little more eye-candy!

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Make a big statement in these Big Leopard spots See size guide on her website for exact fit. Use Discount Code GRATEFUL15 for your 15% off - www.visionquestshoes.com

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Melissa is wearing The Hero Washed Cotton shirt from Grayson, our other favorite go-to brand for cozy cotton, linen and flannel shirts. Founded by Audrey McLoghlin's - you might be familiar with her other line of great button downs, Frank & Eileen. Honestly, you can’t go wrong with any of their solids or stripes. Audrey knows button downs! Soooo much to choose from in the world of fashion, hopefully I’ve shared a few new brands to make your “getting ready” effortless and a sole-ful so you can create your day!

Melissa is also wearing our FGXGG Florence Scarf as a belt. There’s only a few left if you’re thinking about gift ideas!

Thank you: Vision Quest Shoes / Parker Thatch / Grayson / We love getting ready with you and supporting your vision!

Thank you for reading,

xo, Janet

In Fashion Tags vision quest, parker thatch, grayson, linen tops
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YEAR OF THE PIG

February 19, 2019 janet gunn
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Recently I took a little drive to Chinatown. I had been there many moons ago as they say and I sure did enjoy myself. How often do you take time to discover or rediscover areas in your own city? My answer to myself was not enough.

If you’re looking to add a little spark and just wanna step outside of the daily routine then dress yourself happy and take yourself on a little journey. It’s good for the soul!

Do you know your animal? I’m Year of the Ox!

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DID YOU KNOW?

Women born in the Year of the Pig are full of excitement. They attend social events whenever possible and treat everyone genuinely. Combined with their easy-going personality, they can easily gain everyone’s trust.

They’re also blessed with good fortune with wealth. Though they don’t start with an advantage, their hard work will keep money flowing in and as long as they keep at it, their efforts will not go to waste.

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SHOP THE LOOKS!

This year I was introduced to Ce Ce Chine, founder of Vision Quest Shoes I absolutely love her passion for her “vision” behind her brand and her “quest” for a peaceful path. Not only are her shoes comfortable…they got a lot of “soul” built in.

Janet Gunn + The Grateful Gardenia
Janet Gunn + The Grateful Gardenia

How cute are these babouche slippers by Vision Quest?

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Thank you CeCe!

Thank you CeCe!

Rosé all day here in my rose gold slippers.

Happy Year of the Pig and may your path be peaceful!

xox

Janet

In Travel, Fashion Tags year of the pig, chinese zodiac, chinatown, los angeles, vision quest, citizens of hummanity, rag and bone
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