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My new top from @northernreflections is luxuriously soft, the print is unique and I love the style with a handkerchief hem. I’ve paired it with comfortable drawstring pants, from Northern Reflections. They also come in charcoal.Northern Reflections is a quality Canadian women’s clothing company, I’ve been a happy customer over the years (since 1985 when the first store opened) and I’m delighted to collaborate with a company who cares about our environment and values SLOW FASHION.#southampton #sunset #lakehuron#sunset #southampton Ontario #lakehuronStyling my floral top with white jeans and red jeans. #florals #magnolias #fashion #fashionbloggerStyling my floral top with red jeans and black faux leather pants. #florals #fauxleather #fashion #fashionblogger #thrifingStyling my floral blazer with white jeans and black faux leather pants. #fashionblogger #florals #whatveganswearI always find something I like at Northern Reflections 🇨🇦(Canadian women’s apparel store). This red and blue top is great paired with jeans. #fashionblogger #shopcanadian #shoplocal @northernreflectionsNorthern Reflections is one of my favourite Canadian stores. 🇨🇦❤️#fashionblogger #supportlocalbusiness @northernreflectionsShopping adventure with Maria! These funky tunics (100% cotton) are made in Nepal by an ethical company. Let’s support small businesses! @la_jolie_molly_boutique #ridgewayontario #crystalbeach #forterieWhat to wear to dance class? This red and black plaid dress with a high waisted lace up and handkerchief style. #fashionblogger #dancerA time to dance! This is one of my favourite skirts for dancing. It’s a flowing,sheer fabric that looks amazing when I twirl. I love the high low style. #fashionblogger #dancerA dress for all seasons. With summer being too short for my liking, I layered this summer dress with a long black cardigan, black dickie, a leopard print halftee, a leopard print scarf, bamboo tights and leopard print booties. Swipe to see how it looks in summer. #fashionbloggerMy favourite faux fur jacket and snake skin print joggers. #fauxfur #fashionblogger #fashionover50 #snakeskinprintPink and blue tie-dye Dolman sleeve top made in the USA.🇺🇸#fashionblogger #madeinusaPattern mixing in black and white with plaid and stripes and polkadots! Do you do pattern mixing? #plaid #stripes #polkadots #patternmixing #blackandwhite #fashionblogger #fashionover50@coveredperfectly is back!! ❤️Stylish, flattering, ageless fashion. One of my favourite tops is #simplecomfort - I bought it in several colors. This one is black which I’m wearing with a red Dickie underneath. Goes great with my red and black #buffaloplaid #coveredperfectly #fashionblogger #fashionover50 #madeinusa🇺🇸Relaxing in my red Covered Perfectly top.❤️made in the USA 🇺🇸 @coveredperfectly #fashionblogger #fashionover50Winter in Ontario. Keeping warm in my pink puffer jacket and cosy fleece-lined pink camouflage leggings. @save_the_duck #pink #pinkcamo #winter #fashionblogger #hanoverHappy Valentines! With love, carmen ♥️#love #valentines
Category Archives: Scenery
A Special Mother’s Day
First time having my three children together for Mother’s Day in 22 years! I was so happy that Jean, my firstborn, came to visit us from Seattle! Our first adventure when she arrived was rescuing three baby red squirrels. No … Continue reading
Winter in Kincardine in black and red
I bought this black and red windowpane check coat last autumn and it’s perfect for spring. With temperatures rising after a brutal winter, I love taking a walk into town and stroll along the shores of Lake Huron, my new … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Winter
Tagged beret, black and red, Kincardine Ontario, Lake Huron, Northern Reflections, slow fashion
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Summer Wrap-up
Southern Ontario is a beautiful piece of God’s country. Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Day Trips, Elora, Fashion, Nature, Scenery, Summer
Tagged beaches, Collingwood Ontario, Elora Ontario, flowers, gardens, Hanover, Kincardine Ontario, Southampton Beach
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By the Seaside in Blue and White
Ever since our youngest son moved to a small beach town in Ontario, it’s almost like having a cottage. Every weekend we drive up to visit and enjoy life in cottage country. Simple pleasures of walking along the shore feels … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Day Trips, Fashion, Memories, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Summer
Tagged Beach, blue and white, Elisa Cavaletti, Hollister, Kincardine Ontario, Lake Erie, Lake Huron, Lake Ontario, NIVEA
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Kincardine: Ontario’s Scottish Destination
What a way to start a summer morning (especially with a busy day ahead) coffee and a stroll along the beach of Kincardine. The locals say that when you live here, you’ll never want to move away. Our youngest son … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Photography, Scenery, Summer, Travel
Tagged floral joggers, handmade tote, Kincardine Ontario, Madison Clothing Boutique
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Cherry Blossom Road
On the corner of Cherry Blossom Road in Cambridge, we took a little break from the busy day to stop and admire the crabapple trees. Our oldest son and his family moved into their new home. It’s been a hectic … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Spring
Tagged blossoms, blossoms in springtime, Simons, summer sweater, white sweater
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Floral Camouflage
I just had to go back before these marvelous magnolias are gone with the wind. I am so fond of blossoming trees and if I had my choice, they would last for the entire spring season. My dream has been … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Spring
Tagged floral print, floral purse, florals, magnolia blossoms, pink shoes, white skinny jeans
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Magnificent Magnolias
This weekend I happened to notice a magnificent magnolia tree not far from where we live, still in beautiful bloom. I was wearing one of my favourite floral tops which I’ve shown recently, but this time with black pants and … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Spring
Tagged 30 days challenge, faux leather, faux suede, florals, red booties, Simons
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FLOWER POWER: florals on white
My love affair with florals germinated as a child and blossomed in my teen years during the ’60s. Inspired by my mother who adored flowers; besides having floral prints on her gorgeous dresses and blouses, we had floral drapes in … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Spring
Tagged beaches, day trip, eco fashion, floral prints, Lake Huron, magnolia blossoms, Simons, sustainable fashion
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Red and Black Buffalo Checks
Or as we call this pattern in Canada–Lumberjack squares or Lumberjack plaid. I love these big bold checks and they get their name from the Canadian lumberjacks who wear jackets and shirts with this red and black plaid. While shopping … Continue reading
Posted in Autumn, Fashion, Photography, Scenery, Shopping
Tagged Buffalo checks, Eclipse, Lumberjack squares, Made in Canada, red and black plaid, Walking on a Cloud
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