What a special birthday I enjoyed: dinner at the elegant Cambridge Mill Restaurant, sitting at a table overlooking the Grand River, ambiance and wearing my mom’s original Diane Von Furstenberg wrap dress from the 70s. Genuine vintage.
This timeless dress actually belongs to my daughter Jean now and she let me borrow it so I could wear it for my birthday. Thank you so much Jean! ❤
It feels magical to wear this gorgeous dress that my mom once wore, she was such an elegant lady with fabulous style. Being sentimental, tangible items bring memories alive and ever present. I wore two of her rings.
It’s like being in an enchanted castle.
I’m so glad many restaurants have vegetarian and vegan options, I had a scrumptious chickpea burger and delicious salad.
Dining while enjoying a feast for the eyes is a tasty experience!
The view from the window was spectacular, even though the frigid river was covered with a blanket of ice and snow.
This restaurant looks like an old mill transformed into a luxurious castle. The photos below are from their website.
Click Jean’s photo below to read her story of when she met Diane Von Furstenberg.
fashion with compassion 
Beautiful!
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Thanks so much! 🙂
❤️carmen
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My pleasure ! 😊
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Wow a vintage DFV dress! SO fabulous! And that it was your mom’s makes it so super special! What a magical place to eat! Thanks so much for sharing with FUN FASHION FRIDAY!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
http://fashionshouldbefun.blogspot.com
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Happy birthday! You look lovely in your mom’s DVF dress (Jean looks fabulous too). Thanks for sharing the joy with Visible Monday, xo.
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Happy Birthday Carmen though belated. Better late than ever I guess. A very lovely outfit too. Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving me a comment. xo
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Wowie, wowie, wowie…..I’m sure that you turned all heads…..Langdon Hall too is a tremendous setting but lacks the river.
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Thank you very much Bob! The dress certainly stands out: the vibrant colours, the style. I appreciate my mom’s style more now than when I was younger, I was always aware of her beauty and charm, but only now realize what great taste she had, that she chose quality clothes that stood the test of time. How many granddaughters can wear their grandmothers clothes? 😉
Thanks for stopping by!
❤ carmen
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🙂 😉 …Very Few granddaughters can wear their grandmothers clothes !!
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What lovely memories, especially as you have photos of both of you wearing the same dress Carmen ❤ xox
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Thank you Ralph! I hope to find a photo of my mom when she wore it, but I’m not sure there is one. If i find it, I will post it.
❤ carmen
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That would be nice to see the 3 of of you in individual photos wearing the same dress. I hope you do find a photo of your mum wearing it. ❤
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That dress is great on you! Such a timeless, classic piece. Oma had impeccable taste and would be thrilled to know we both enjoy her style. I’m glad you had a wonderful birthday. The chickpea burger looks delicious!
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Thank you so much for letting me take the dress home so I could wear it on my birthday. That’s the best present you can give me! I’ll bring it next time we meet. You’ve taken good care of it. I’m going to see if I can get someone to make a copy of it, find some fabric with a similar print if possible. ❤
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Thank you , Jean, for loaning your Oma’s dress for your Mother to wear it. What a classic setting for a classy lady to wear a classic dress.
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It’s a good thing that this classic dress fits both Jean and me! 😉
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Wow I am so happy to share February as a birth month with you pretty Carmen and how cool that you wore an iconic DVF dress for your birthday. I am also doing a birthday post on my blog this week!
Best!
Rebecca
http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
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Thank you Rebecca! Nice to have you as a February friend! 🙂
Happy Birthday!
❤ carmen
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Sounds like you had a wonderful time on your birthday, and you look stunning in your mom’s dress! 🙂 Cambridge Mill looks beautiful indeed like a castle! Wishing you fabulous 2015 filled with many blessings, good health and happiness! 🙂 XO, Violet
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Thank you so much Violet! It was indeed a special birthday.
Blessings my dear!
❤ carmen
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I just love that you are wearing your Mom’s dress and rings. I’m sure it felt like she was sitting right there with you. Looks like a lovely birthday meal.
We’ve often been by the Old Mill but have never eaten there. After seeing that great looking veggie burger though I’m thinking the next time we are there we might need to try it out.
bisous
Suzanne
http://www.suzannecarillo.com
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Thank you Suzanne! I love happy memories and making more memories! Hope you have a chance to dine at the Cambridge Mill next time you’re in town, a place to wear any of your beautiful outfits!
❤ carmen
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So glad to see you had such a memorable birthday dinner. Wearing your Mother’s dress and jewellery was really passionate of your love to your Mom.
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Thank you my dear Maggie! I remember our “tour” through the Cambridge Mill after we ate at the Vegetarian restaurant with Marion and Lara in October. Did you see the post? You are in the photos! 🙂 click the link below.
It was great to dance together again today! Thanks for coming my beautiful friend!
❤ carmen
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