Today's post features Allie from the super amazing, super adorable, super trendy online children's boutique Arrow and Aspen. She has even been featured in the stylish children's fashion magazine, Babiekins Magazine. Allie and I became fast friends through IG, and I just adore her to death! Have I mentioned she has some of the cutest kids ever!? Check out their beachy, artsy, laid back style on her Instagram: @arrowandaspen.
Meet Allie:
(All photos were sent to me from Allie)
1. Tell me about yourself and your family.
My name is Alexandria- Allie for short. My husband and I have been together for 11 years (I feel old saying that!) and we have four beautiful kids. Two boys and two girls-- all rocking A names- Andrew, Arden, Avery and Asher. Our last two babies are only 13 months apart and keep us busier than we ever knew possible. Extremely happy but extremely busy. When we were pregnant with our third baby, Avery, we decided to give our everything to make our dream of moving to Southern California finally come true. We sold/donated 90% of our possessions and downsized from 3,000 square feet to 600 square feet. There wasn't anything easy about the move but nothing worth it is ever easy. After a long pregnancy of bed rest, extended hospital stays and ultimately Avery's arrival 5 weeks early we finally settled in our cozy and humble home on the coast in Ventura, California. We have been here since 2011 and we still randomly high five each other whenever the realization that we actually did it sets in. My family is my entire world. They are what I work for, what I strive for and ultimately what I live for.
2. and tell me about Arrow and Aspen.
Arrow & Aspen is years of dreams, hard work and dedication. Throughout the last 5 or so years I must have started four different companies. And I mean really start. From getting my business license, building the websites, investing in merchandise, etc. I dedicated many months to each company only to let my anxiety get the best of me and not officially launch any of them. Arrow & Aspen was different. I made a promise to myself that I would launch it no matter what type of reservations or doubt crept in. The launch date came and I listened to the advice of one of my closest friends and "pulled my big girl boots up" and went for it. It's been an incredible and rewarding ride ever since and I haven't looked back since the start date a little over 6 months ago. Arrow & Aspen is my fifth baby. My life is centered around it ,and I won't ever stop. This is my dream and I'm going for it 110%.
Favorite season would have to be summer. Long days and even longer nights spent on the beach. Icecream with my babes. Watching them dig in the dirt for worms and chase their chickens. Seeing my kids spending their days barefoot, dirty and really just being kids. There's really nothing else like it.
4. Do you have any hidden talents? What are they?
I wouldn't say hidden but a few things I'm passionate about is interior design, cooking, and gardening. I can grow a mean carrot. 😉
5. What are 3 IG profiles that we MUST check out? My absolute favorite IG account ever would have to be @humansofnewyork. It takes a stranger on the street and makes them your friend via social media. It's a raw way to get a glimpse into a strangers life and realize how deep and real each one of our stories are. We all have something to say- something beautiful if others would just take the time to listen. Another one I love is @thegraygang. I had the blessing of meeting her in person and she shines even brighter face to face. She opens up and shares her journey raising four littles in such an elequent way. Last but not least @joyprouty. She has an incredible way about her- the way she lives life unapologetically and raises her babies to be so free spirited. It's all so inspiring on so many levels.
6. What is one little piece of advice you would give someone wanting to start a new business? Believe in yourself. Don't be afraid to say no. Not everyone will want to see you succeed but if you're dedicated and willing to hustle your ass off than nothing can stop you. Be kind. Be honest. Stay humble. And most importantly stay true to yourself.
Thank you so much for sharing with us, Allie!! xoxo
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