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This entry was posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fashion and tagged black and burgundy houndstooth coat, Canadian designer, Drizzle and Shine, Frank Lyman, hemp scarf, Made in Canada. Bookmark the permalink.
This such a cute coat Carmen! I love the design houndstooth and the colors compliment each other. It is nice you can shape it with the wire in the piping. Congrats to you for sticking to your principles. Great pics of you and Jean. Happy Friday, Terri xo.
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Thanks so much! Sometimes changes come gradually, I never used to think about garment workers, but the tragedy in Bangladesh and reading about sweatshops on our own shores really opened my eyes. Jean wrote an informative post about the documentary THE TRUE COST, it made me cry and has changed the way I shop. Fast fashion is not good for people or our plant.
https://jeanofalltrades.com/2016/02/12/the-true-cost-film-screening/
Have you seen it? The trailer is on my side bar and here is a link for you to check it out.
Let’s make a difference! 🙂
❤️carmen
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Bon photos mareci
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Merci! 🙂
❤️carmen
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you are very beautiful
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So cute!
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Thank you! 🙂
❤️carmen
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to continue my previous comment of which I lost most of it in posting !!!!! …….. in the link to “why we don’t wear wool”, I commented and Jean replied Nov. 10, 2013…… anyway, more than 5 years later, I probably wear wool that I had then…certainly, I have bought mostly non animal clothing lately….. even some Cdn made …..
The big change is that , as you both know, I am now a dietary vegan since Oct. 14, 2018…… a challenge, a somewhat lonely journey, as my friends and family just do not understand…. your family are the only Vegans in my life. I thank you and Jean for your support. 🙂
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Thank you for not giving up on writing your comment after losing most of it, I know the feeling. 😦 Wool is one of those things I would wear if I had already bought it (if I wasn’t allergic to it) but wouldn’t buy anymore.
I’m glad you’re buying some Canadian made and being more conscientious about what you buy. Thrifting is so good too. Doug just bought three T-shirts and a new pair of Levi corduroy jeans (all at Goodwill) for $2. each. Slow fashion is the way to go.
We are happy to be of support and do understand how difficult it can be if family and friends are not vegan. There are many who have a similar situation. Good health and knowing that we are helping our environment and the animals gives us peace in our hearts and it feels good to do the right thing.
❤️carmen
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I just read, that is, re-read the link to Jean’s post I just lost the bulk of my comment!!!!
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Thank you for reading Jean’s post again. I find her blog such a great resource!
Sorry you lost your comment, that is very frustrating!!!
❤️carmen
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Whether seen at dance class or seen in your blog, your joyful soul brings a peaceful serenity.
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What a kind thing to say! I appreciate your encouraging words! 🙂
I miss dancing but I don’t miss the snow! 😉
❤️carmen
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Looks very nice, yes wool is so itchy and also difficult to wash. I like other alternatives too!
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Glad we both have found better alternatives! 🙂
Hemp is so much softer than wool and it’s an eco-fabric.
♥ so green it’s carbon negative
♥ strongest natural fibre
♥ pesticide free
♥ fast growing
♥ enriches the soil it is grown in
♥ produces no static electricity
♥ blocks UV rays
❤️carmen
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This is a good list, thank you. I want to try bamboo too!
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I’ve had bamboo socks, so soft!
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I bought three pairs of bamboo socks from Jean’s eco boutique, super soft!
❤️carmen
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It’s such a fabulous coat, Carmen. The colors, and the silhouette are so pretty and unique. That’s the best thing about Jean’s shop. You get pieces that you wouldn’t find anywhere else!!
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
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You’re so right, Jean has unique things that I’ve never seen elsewhere, I absolutely LOVE Jean’s store! I’ve been on a shopping spree and will be showing what I bought in future posts: everything ethical, eco-friendly, fair-trade and cruelty-free. 🙂
Jean took me to a trade show where she chose her new spring line. She really has a keen sense of style and chooses beautiful clothes and jewellery from ethical companies and local companies.
❤️carmen
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Very nice coat! And good of you that you don’t want to wear wool, even if you weren’t allergic!
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Thanks so much, together we can make a difference! 🙂
❤️carmen
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I love your jacket, it’s beautiful! And I love the whole look, very yours, very modern, very original. The pants and the beautiful booties configure a perfect outfit. A beautiful proposal. But, without a doubt, the most beautiful part of the post is yourself. I love your hair, I love your profile …
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Thanks ever so much for your delightful comment and compliment! 🙂
❤️carmen
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