Tag Archives: autumn

One day in early autumn …

Posted on October 8, 2023 by carmen

Autumn is a pleasant season yet there’s a certain sadness as the days get shorter and the leaves begin their dance to the ground. The chill in the evenings which definitely means that summer is gone. Still there’s much to … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Fashion, Thanksgiving, Thirfting | Tagged autumn, Canadian Thanksgiving, Lake Huron, slow fashion, thrifted fashion | 9 Comments

Sweater Season: chic and unique

Posted on November 15, 2022 by carmen

One of the things I like about fall is wearing cozy sweaters. This chic sweater with a unique design was from Maggie’s Clothing exchange. It has a velvet turtle neck and a bit of bling on one sleeve. The detail … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Photography, Scenery | Tagged autumn, clothing exchange, eco fashion, Jean of all Trades | 17 Comments

These boots are made for walking!

Posted on November 6, 2022 by carmen

I planned this outfit around these burgundy booties; not only are they pre-loved, they are also vegan. I pulled out my burgundy polka dot leggings, added a burgundy hemp scarf and topped it off with my pre-loved burgundy beret. Another … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Fashion, Thirfting | Tagged autumn, beret, burgundy, hemp scarf, pre-loved, second-hand, vegan booties | 19 Comments

Dress Up – Dress Down: Black and Beige Two-Tone Sweater

Posted on December 10, 2020 by carmen

When I noticed this two-tone sweater on a mannequin, it was one of those moments. You know, the kind when you make an instant decision. Only one sweater left: fortunately, just my size and just my style! I love the dolman sleeves … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Dress Up - Dress Down, Fashion, Music, Photography, Scenery | Tagged autumn, autumn leaves, dress up - dress down, leopard, photography, Scenery, Simons, two-tone sweater | 21 Comments

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 | 23 Comments

Autumn Days and Fireside Evenings

Posted on November 27, 2020 by carmen

I absolutely love the vibrant 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 | 12 Comments

Twice as Nice: wrap tops from Drizzle and Shine

Posted on November 14, 2019 by carmen

My favourite little dress shop! These pretty tops are from my daughter’s eco-boutique in Seattle. Paired with skirts or pants, I love that they are as comfortable as a T-shirt but look so much more stylish. I love the wrap … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Music, Nature, Photography | Tagged autumn, Chad and Jeremy, Drizzle & Shine, Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, eco fashion, Made in USA, Sarah Vaughan, Three Dots made in USA, Willow Weep for Me | 16 Comments

A walk by the river in my thrifted sweater

Posted on November 3, 2019 by carmen

Thrifting is a great way to keep clothes and other items out of landfills. I found this multicolored sweater in a thrift store, perfect for layering and wearing with jeans. Autumn is a lovely time for walks in the forest … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Autumn, Fashion, Thirfting | Tagged autumn, slow fashion, thrifty fashion, walk in the woods | 10 Comments

Houndstooth and Leopard: pattern-mixing

Posted on October 17, 2019 by carmen

Two of my favourite prints together Just by coincidence, in my previous post, I wore leopard print leggings and houndstooth leggings, which are two of my favourite prints. I love the look of classic houndstooth. Leopard print is timeless, after all, … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Fashion | Tagged autumn, black and white fashion, houndstooth, Indian summer, leopard print | 17 Comments

Gone With the Wind

Posted on November 20, 2018 by carmen

The autumn leaves of gold and crimson looked awesome, but they are gone with the wind and all that’s left are skeletons. We’ve even had our first snowfall. I’m thankful for the pines and spruce trees, at least there’s some … Continue reading →