Category Archives: Photography

Shopping at Simons

Posted on December 4, 2020 by carmen

Simons–Canadian fashion destination since 1840 When I saw this pretty floral T-shirt and long cardigan on a mannequin at Simons, I immediately decided to buy the cardigan and went back for the T-shirt. It’s not the first time I’ve bought … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Shopping | Tagged autumn, floral booties, floral T-shirt, long cardigan, Scenery, Simons | Leave a comment

Autumn Days and Fireside Evenings

Posted on November 27, 2020 by carmen

I absolutely love the vibrantl design of this tunic which looks like an abstract painting. I bought it at Zacks (Canadian Store). It’s like wearing a work of art. Designed by a Canadian artist Claire Desjardins whose work reminds me of … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Autumn, Fashion, Photography, Scenery | Tagged autumn, Canadian company, Canadian designer, Claire Desjardins, fashion, photography, Scenery, Zacks | 10 Comments

Sweater Weather Again!

Posted on November 7, 2020 by carmen

My cotton sweater is made in Italy and I love this shade of pink. It’s oversized and feels so comfy! First time wearing it was to Crystal Beach to visit our dear friend Maria and go shopping and biking. Maria’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Shopping | Tagged Made in Italy, pink sweater | 12 Comments

Black and White: a classic look

Posted on October 9, 2020 by carmen

Maggie is my inspiration for black and white outfits. She has exquisite taste and always looks so chic! Maggie has a gift for thrifting, she finds the best clothes (saves money and saves the environment too). Black and white is … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Photography, Thirfting | Tagged black and white, Maggie, thrifted fashion | 19 Comments

Tie-Dyed T-shirt and Blue Jeans from Hollister

Posted on September 30, 2020 by carmen

Summer has left us once again, but given us many memories to cherish! Besides dancing by the lake, we have gone to the Marina in Hamilton five times just to take in the view and meander along the lakefront. This … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Dance, Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery | Tagged Hamilton, Hollister, Lake Ontario, marina, nature, photography, tie-dyed clothes | 8 Comments

Sporty Elegance

Posted on September 26, 2020 by carmen

A white cotton sweater, black and white windowpane checked pants, a pair of gray polka dot sneakers and I have put together a sporty look to go to Hamilton marina again. Add a blue/gray lace duster and now I have … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery | Tagged Hamilton, marina, organic cotton, sporty elegance | 14 Comments

A Dose of Vitamin SEA

Posted on August 27, 2020 by carmen

A mini-vacay to enjoy another trip to the beach. Just what the doctor ordered: Vitamin Sea, sure makes me feel better during these times, an instant pick-me-up that lasts for days! I wore this off-the-shoulder cotton knit top–blue and white looks … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Day Trips, Fashion, Photography, Scenery, Summer | Tagged Crystal Beach Ontario, Lake Erie, mini vacay, summer getaways, tie-dyed clothes | 16 Comments

Pink Camouflage Joggers

Posted on August 22, 2020 by carmen

I’ve been wanting pink camouflage pants or leggings since before I even knew they made them in pink! Finally, I found these pink camo joggers in Collingwood, made in Italy. I love these colours but I don’t like green camo … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Photography, Summer | Tagged Collingwood Ontario, granddaughter's birthday, joggers, Made in Italy, Madison Clothing Boutique, mom's favourite colour, pink camouflage | 6 Comments

Blush Pink Eyelet Blouse and White Jeans

Posted on August 5, 2020 by carmen

I prefer wearing white jeans to blue jeans, especially in the summertime. Perhaps it’s because I had never even owned a pair of white jeans until I started blogging. Now I have three pairs and I love how I can … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Day Trips, Fashion, Photography, Shopping, Summer | Tagged buy local, eyelet blouse, Lasting Impressions, support small businesses, weekend getaway, white jeans | 11 Comments

An Afternoon in Paris

Posted on August 1, 2020 by carmen

It was Maggie’s idea to have lunch in Paris While waiting for our riverside restaurant reservation, we had time to stroll around town and relax. Three fashionable tourists I wore my new floral blouse with blush pink cotton pants that … Continue reading →