Author Archives: carmen

About carmen

Beauty is only skin deep, but health goes deep to the bones. Money can buy designer clothes, but it can’t buy health. https://fashionableover50.wordpress.com/

Green Tee

Posted on September 22, 2017

Is the other man’s grass greener? Well, this one is pretty green. We spent a lovely Saturday afternoon checking out an Open House in Cambridge this summer. The beautiful grounds back onto a little creek. The property is meticulously kept, … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Summer | Tagged green, nature, Scenery, summer | 10 Comments

Say Yes to Adventure

Posted on September 20, 2017

Exploring Central Park Funny, we go to one of the biggest, bustling cities in the world to hang out in the parks! I guess that’s what I love: civilization, but never being too far from the wonder of God’s nature. … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, New York City, Photography, Scenery, Summer, Travel | Tagged Central Park, gardens, New York City, NYC, photography, Scenery, schist rocks | 18 Comments

Black and White Paisley Pants and a Guest Fashionista

Posted on September 12, 2017

While in New York City we went to a park almost every day and since we were staying near Central Park, we enjoyed adventures in the park many times. On this particular day, I wore black and white paisley pants … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Nature, New York City, Photography, Scenery, Shopping, Summer, Thirfting, Travel | Tagged black and white, Central Park, daisy bag, Maggie, New York City, NYC, thrifting | 19 Comments

White after Labour Day?

Posted on September 10, 2017

When it comes to fashion, I make my own rules. I love all white any time of the year. These photos taken before Labour Day in Bryant Park (NYC). It looks like I’m wearing a dress but it’s actually a … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Fashion, New York City, Photography, Shopping, Travel | Tagged Flatiron Building, Marimekko, New York City, NYC, violet, Washington Square, white fashion | 16 Comments

New York, New York; so good they named it twice!

Posted on September 4, 2017

And when I like something, I buy it twice! Case in point–these little toppers. First in blue, as I showed in my last post. It was hard to decide which colour, so I went back and bought another one in … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, New York City, Photography, Travel | Tagged black and white fashion, fashion, Harlem, Jean of all Trades, New York City, NYC, photography, red sandals, shopping in Harlem, topper | 6 Comments

Apollo Theater in Harlem

Posted on September 1, 2017

The Apollo Theater in Harlem is where the Queen of Jazz, Ella Fitzgerald, began her career on Amateur Night. She was often referred to as the First Lady of Song and noted for her amazing scat singing. Many famous singers and … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, New York City, Photography, Restaurants, Shopping, Summer, Travel, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged Apollo Theater, Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, fashion, Harlem, Jazz, New York City, NYC, photography | 20 Comments

Kimono-style floral dressing gown

Posted on August 24, 2017

“Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery!” Blogging definitely inspires me. We are influential beings. When I first saw some of my fellow bloggers featuring vintage Kimono morning robes or dressing gowns, I knew this is a look I would … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Nature, New York City, Photography, Scenery, Summer, Travel | Tagged Chelsea Market, High Line, Jeanofalltrades, Kimono, Made in USA, MoMA, Museum of Modern Art, New York City, NYC | 17 Comments

CROSSING THE LINE in Black and White Gingham

Posted on August 20, 2017

Last trip to Seattle I packed only black and white clothes. It was so simple to take a minimal of pieces and yet still have enough different looks to mix and so easy to match. Of course, knowing I’d be … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Healthy living, Jeanofalltrades, New York City, Photography, Plant-based diet, Scenery, Shopping, Summer, Travel, Vegan restaurant, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged black and white, Central Park, gingham, nature, photography, red shoes, Scenery, vegan, vegan food, vegan restaurant, walking | 13 Comments

A T-shirt Dress with Style

Posted on August 17, 2017

This comfortable T-shirt dress is made by THREADS 4 THOUGHT, an eco-friendly company. It’s the comfort of wearing a T-shirt and very stylish. The fun black and white ink splattered print reminds me of Dalmatians. I bought it at DRIZZLE & SHINE in … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Animals, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Healthy living, Jeanofalltrades, Nature, New York City, Photography, Plant-based diet, Restaurants, Scenery, Summer, Travel, Vegan restaurant, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged eco boutique, eco clothing, eco fashion, fair trade, frog, Harlem, Morningside Park, New York City, NYC, parks, T-shirt dress, turtles | 18 Comments

Central Park: the North Woods

Posted on August 13, 2017

Right in the heart of Manhattan, a park so big, it feels like I’m in Northern Ontario. Except for the people, it looks like we’re alone out in the wilderness. Finding the park should be easy, you can’t miss it, … Continue reading →