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The Blog: Stories. Strategy. Strength.
Welcome to the heart of White Lace & Combat Boots a space where storytelling meets purpose and policy meets personal experience.
Here, Sam shares insights from her journey as a veteran, attorney, advocate, author, and mother navigating the intersection of military life, law, and gender equity. You’ll find stories that challenge outdated norms, reflections on service and motherhood, behind-the-scenes updates on legislative advocacy, and practical strategies for building a more inclusive world.
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White Lace & Combat Boots x Tomorrow Sun A Collaboration Built by Military Spouses for People Who Get Shit Done
White Lace & Combat Boots is proud to announce a collaboration with military spouse-owned business Tomorrow Sun. Together, we created a handcrafted brass bangle collection featuring two empowering designs: “Get Shit Done” and “GSD.” More than jewelry, these bracelets represent strength, purpose, and the reality of women balancing military life, parenthood, careers, advocacy, and service. Handmade with intention, this collection celebrates women who continue showing up and get
Samantha Sliney
May 162 min read
Three Missions. One Purpose. Built for Service.
At White Lace & Combat Boots, we believe in one core truth: Policy informs culture—but so does what we build, what we wear, and how we show up every day. That belief is exactly why this collaboration matters. I’m proud to officially share our partnership with TORCH Warriorwear and SickFit Socks—two woman veteran-founded brands committed to designing products that meet the real demands of military life. Designed With Intention—Not as an Afterthought For too long, servicewomen
Samantha Sliney
Apr 213 min read
The Untold History: Women JAG’s Rise in the Air Force Judge Advocate General’s Corps
A look back at the women of the Air Force JAG Corps—their stories, their service, and the legacy they left behind.
Samantha Sliney
Mar 3021 min read
Sam & Sarah In The Arena: Laced Up & Ready
Sam & Sarah In The Arena: Laced Up & Ready launches with The Women in the Arena Podcast—digging into defense policy and current events.
Samantha Sliney
Dec 6, 20252 min read
Introducing the Servicewoman Tribute Bracelet: The Point of the Arrow
Point of the Arrow Bracelet-Servicewoman Tribute: honoring servicewomen with strength, sisterhood & hope. Use code ARROW for free shipping
Samantha Sliney
Sep 15, 20252 min read
🌟 Exciting News: I’m Now an American Ambassador for Defence Kidz!
Honored to join Defence Kidz as an American Ambassador—empowering military kids through stories & literacy.
Samantha Sliney
Aug 29, 20252 min read
Increasing National Guard Coordination on the U.S.–Mexico Border — Indiana Law Review
Proposes expanding 32 U.S.C. § 112 to enhance state–federal cooperation in deploying National Guard forces along the U.S.–Mexico border.
Samantha Sliney
Aug 16, 20251 min read
Congress Should Mandate Provider Choice for Pregnant Service Women — Published in Military Times
Pregnant service members deserve the same freedom of provider choice as civilians — it’s time Congress made it the law.
Samantha Sliney
Aug 9, 20251 min read
Don’t Just Accommodate Women—Integrate Them Fully — Published in Military Times
75 years after women’s integration into the armed forces, the military still accommodates them instead of fully integrating them.
Samantha Sliney
Aug 9, 20251 min read
Reflections of the Recovering Criminal Defense Attorney — Published in Above the Law
“Hindsight is 20/20. It can be difficult, but try not to care more than your client does about their case.”
Samantha Sliney
Aug 9, 20251 min read
“Through Her Eyes”—Published in Above the Law
“I am outraged that having three women on the Court was not enough and that one of those women was in the majority decision.”
Samantha Sliney
Aug 9, 20251 min read
Rethinking Representation—Published in Above the Law
“Mattel produced the doll as a representation of the woman fighter pilot, Phoenix, cast in the box office hit ‘Top Gun: Maverick.’”
Samantha Sliney
Aug 9, 20251 min read
Bureaucratic Barriers Limit Critical Birth Support at Military Treatment Facilities — Military Birth Resource Network & Postpartum Coalition
TRICARE Prime beneficiaries at military facilities are blocked from critical doula and lactation support due to unnecessary bureaucratic bar
Samantha Sliney
Aug 9, 20251 min read
How I Learned to Drive Change—Published in Above the Law
“Identify the problem. Find others to help you drive change. Build your team, and race eagerly toward your goal.”
Samantha Sliney
Aug 9, 20251 min read
A Collaboration Rooted in Purpose, Power & Possibility
White Lace & Combat Boots x Tony Armadillo At White Lace & Combat Boots, we believe storytelling is one of the most powerful tools for...
Samantha Sliney
Aug 7, 20253 min read
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