Author Archives: carmen

About carmen

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Orange and White for Autumn

Posted on October 1, 2022 by carmen

Time for sweaters! This pre-loved sweater is made in Canada. The large buttons are off-centered. I paired it with these white cargo pants that I’ve had for ages. It’s a warm autumnal look and we’re enjoying some lovely autumn days … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Thirfting | Tagged Canadian Thanksgiving, cargo pants, Kincardine, leopard sneakers, orange sweater, pre-loved, pumpkins, second-hand clothes, Skechers, thrifted fashion | 4 Comments

The long, lazy days of summer

Posted on September 21, 2022 by carmen

It’s been a lovely summer filled with adventures, our first summer living in Kincardine by the lake. You never know how many friends you have till you live in cottage country, we’ve had lots of visitors! Garden parties, picnics and … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Summer | Tagged car shows, dancing, kayaking, Kincardine airport, pipeband, summertime | 15 Comments

The Traveling Gingham Frock

Posted on September 8, 2022 by carmen

Gingham, always in style and a favourite of mine because it brings back the happy memories of my childhood, living in a house with a pink gingham kitchen. I decorated the kitchen of our first home with red gingham; it … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Photography | Tagged car show, chevy pickup, classic cars, gingham, gingham capris, La Vie En Rose, Niagara-on-the-Lake, red sandals, Romika, summer holidays, vegan shoes, VW pickup | 15 Comments

La Vie En Rose

Posted on August 31, 2022 by carmen

La Vie En Rose has feminine lingerie, lounge wear, pajamas, swimwear and more. I bought several items that are great for mixing and matching. My bracelet is a handmade gift from my dear friend Maggie; she up-cycles used jewellery which … Continue reading →

Posted in Shopping, Summer | Tagged La Vie En Rose, lingerie, swimwear | 21 Comments

Coastal Grandma Style

Posted on August 22, 2022 by carmen

Coastal Grandma Style Did you know this is a trend? Well, I am a grandmother, I live on the coast of Lake Huron and I love stylish clothes – so I guess that’s me – Coastal Grandma Style. I did … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Scenery, Summer | Tagged Beach, Coastal Grandma Style, dance friends, fashion friends, grandchildren, Kincardine Ontario, Lake Huron, lighthouse, Romika, Southwestern Ontario | 21 Comments

True story about a famous dress ~ by Jean Coburn

Posted on August 9, 2022 by carmen

Meeting Diane von Furstenberg I’m on cloud nine! Tonight I met Diane von Furstenberg at the Bellevue Nordstrom store. She was on tour promoting her new fragrance. I was looking for a new scent, so I popped by to sniff (and purchase) DIANE (the parfum) and … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Memories, Photography | Tagged Diane Von Furstenberg wrap dress, In memory of Lora, Jeanofalltrades, memories | 16 Comments

DRESS UP, DRESS DOWN: two-piece dress from Ricki’s

Posted on August 1, 2022 by carmen

My mother had several two-piece dresses, one of which my daughter Jean and I inherited. It’s a DVF, Jean had the pleasure of Meeting Diane von Furstenberg in person! I recently bought two skirts with matching blouses at RICKI’S, I showed … Continue reading →

Posted in Dress Up - Dress Down, Fashion | Tagged dress up - dress down, Drizzle and Shine, DVF, Ricki's, Synergy Organic Clothing | 9 Comments

Wrap Pants: my go to summer pants

Posted on July 18, 2022 by carmen

Breezy, cool wrap pants: casual for a walk on the beach and elegant for shopping. I’ve also worn them to go dancing. I bought these at CLEO, I love the bandana patchwork print. Black and white means there’s so many … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Photography, Summer | Tagged Cleo, wrap pants, Zacks | 15 Comments

Guest post by my daughter Jean: A FAMILY VISIT

Posted on July 3, 2022 by carmen

A Family Visit I recently flew into YYZ – Toronto International Airport for a long overdue visit to see my family. However, it didn’t feel like I was going home. You see, since I’d last visited, both my brothers and … Continue reading →

Posted in eco fashion, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Plant-based diet, Restaurants, Scenery, Shopping | Tagged daughter, eco fashion, grandchildren, Jeanofalltrades, Katie the rescued dog, Kincardine Ontario, lighthouse, Made in Italy, Northern Reflections, sunsets, vegan | 20 Comments

TWO-PIECE DRESS: blue and white polka dots

Posted on June 25, 2022 by carmen

I inherited a DVF two piece dress from my mom. Now I finally found a two-piece dress that I can wear for dancing! I’m wearing it to my first dance at the Kincardine Pavillion tomorrow. The top has short flouncy … Continue reading →