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The SURPRISE of a Lifetime!
Have you ever been surprised? I mean REALLY surprised! Totally and utterly and completely surprised!! This was the BIGGEST and BESTEST surprise in my entire life! I had just finished teaching my classes for the day, it was 8:30pm. My … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Thirfting
Tagged celebration, St. Jacobs Market, surprise, thrifting, vegan pizza
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Happy Anniversary DRIZZLE AND SHINE
It’s been two years since my daughter Jean opened her eco-boutique in Seattle. “Drizzle & Shine is an eco-boutique that grew out of a style blog. While blogging about fashion, boutique owner Jean Coburn learned about major ethical concerns in the fashion industry. The … Continue reading
Four Generations of Fashionistas
When I count my blessings, one of my first is my dear mom! It seems like such a long time ago since I felt her loving embrace on Mother’s Day! I treasure the memories, but how I wish I could … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Memories, Nostalgia, Style Challenge
Tagged Diane Von Furstenberg wrap dress, DVF, four generations, granddaughter, graphic tee, houndstooth dress, Jean of all Trades, matching outfits, Mother's Day, Rosenthal china, Shadow Rose, Space Needle, style challenge, wrap dress
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The Deadly Cost of Fashion
Tragedy in Bangladesh – Five Years Ago We live in a global village and we all heard about it. Is it old news now? Not for the families of the victims who died and those who were injured. Devastations like … Continue reading
Posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades
Tagged Amour Vert clothing, Blue Canoe, Drizzle and Shine, ethical fashion, fair trade, fashion with compassion, Jean of all Trades, Made in Canada, Made in USA, Salts Organic Clothing - made in Canada, Scrapbook Clothing, Synergy Organic Clothing, Threads 4 Thought, Weston Clothing - made in USA
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A Tale of Two Cities
I borrowed Charles Dickens’ famous title with the same cities: Paris and London. Lunch in Paris; Dinner in London Living in Southern Ontario means you can have lunch in Paris and dinner in London because these cities are an hour’s … Continue reading
Flowers for Easter
No signs of life and no flowers anywhere. The calendar says SPRING but the weather is not cooperating! It’s cold and windy with patches of snow. I wouldn’t be surprised if we have another snowfall in April, after all, this … Continue reading
The Tale of Two Jackets
I bought these two jackets ten years ago. I’ve worn the silvery grey one several times. I wore it when I was a guest blogger on my daughter’s blog (before I even started blogging). It goes with any colour top/pants/skirt. This … Continue reading
Posted in Cruelty-free, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades
Tagged Cruelty-free, gold, heart jewellery, jackets, Jean of all Trades, jewellery, no animal testing, silver
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Dress Your Age
Dress Your Age? What is that supposed to mean? I dress how I like, I wear what I want to. We should choose clothes that make us happy, that make us feel good and that suit our personal style and … Continue reading
Posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades
Tagged aging, cruelty-free fashion, eco fashion, fair trade, fashion rules, youth
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Little Red Dress and a Houndstooth Coat
It’s a title I’ve used before, Little Red Dress, this time with a completely different style. My dress from the Fabulous over 40 Model Search was ultra glamorous! This one is classy for everyday and yet can be dressed up … Continue reading
Sailor Stripes
Stripes have a nautical summery look and remind me of a cute sailor outfit I had when I was a little girl. I bought this top with stripes while in New York City at Anthropologie. I wore it to cross … Continue reading
