Tag Archives: black and white

CROSSING THE LINE in Black and White Gingham

Posted on August 20, 2017 by carmen

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 | 9 Comments

Black and White Fashion

Posted on August 1, 2017 by carmen

As every fashionable woman knows, black and white is a classic combination: always in style, never out of date, forever chic. You can’t go wrong with black and white, this duo will always be in vogue: takes us through every season … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Memories, Photography, Scenery, Seattle, Shopping, Thirfting, Travel, Vegan restaurant, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged black and white, cruelty-free fashion, Drizzle and Shine, eco fashion, fair trade, fashion, Seattle, thrifting, University Village, vacation | 8 Comments

Faux Suede Black Fringe Vest

Posted on June 18, 2017 by carmen

When one of my dancers came to class wearing a black fringe vest similar to one I have, I thought it would be fun to have our photo taken together. Ann is a very fashionable lady and always looks stylish … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion | Tagged black and white, faux suede vest | 6 Comments

Comfort + Style = clothes I love best

Posted on March 19, 2017 by carmen

This is an important fashion must for me. I can’t wear things that itch, scratch, feel too restrictive, uncomfortable or cause pain, even if it’s a special occasion. I need to feel comfortable or else I can’t wait to take it … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Photography, Purses | Tagged black and white, comfort, cruelty-free fashion, Drizzle and Shine, Jeane & Jax, vegan boots, vegan purse | 19 Comments

Thrifting on Capitol Hill

Posted on November 4, 2016 by carmen

While strolling along the avenue where my daughter Jean has her store — Drizzle and Shine, on Capitol Hill — I found a thrift shop and bought a nearly-new black coat with white trim, perfect for all the black and white clothes … Continue reading →

Posted in eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Photography, Plant-based diet, Seattle, Shopping, Thirfting, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged black and white, Drizzle and Shine, gingham, Ricki's, Seattle, Sugar Plum vegan bakery, thrifting | 16 Comments

Black and White Plaid

Posted on March 5, 2016 by carmen

Everything I wear pretty well has a memory and a story woven through its fibres. Case in point–this black and white plaid scarf with matching gloves. I’m a sort of matchy-matchy person, even though my daughter Jean has taught me … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Memories, Nature, Nostalgia, Photography, Scenery, Vintage, Winter | Tagged black and white, Fred Meyer, gloves, H & M, memories, nature, plaid, scarves, Scenery, snow, Spanner, vintage, winter | 20 Comments

Long Cardigans in Black and White

Posted on June 25, 2015 by carmen

When I can’t decide which one to buy, I buy them both. Actually, my mom started me with this habit; she would buy the same thing in different colours and my daughter Jean and I have continued this tradition. In … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Shopping | Tagged black and white, black and white pants, black and white sandals, cardigan, Le Chateau, long cardigan | 34 Comments

Screen-printed top from NYC

Posted on July 8, 2014 by carmen

Black and white remains a popular favourite duo in my wardrobe and when I found this handmade screen-printed top at a Pop-Up Shop in NYC I bought one for me and another one for my daughter Jean. I love the … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion | Tagged black and white, Jeanofalltrades, NYC, Pop-Up shop, screen print, screenprint, whimsical design | 12 Comments

Shopping in Harlem NYC

Posted on October 18, 2013 by carmen

While in New York City we stayed in Harlem. No matter what you’ve heard about Harlem in the past and possibly the bad reputation it once had, Harlem has greatly improved: friendly people, lovely shops, flea markets, fine restaurants, Starbucks, … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, New York City, Travel | Tagged Babenoir, black and white, Harlem, Harlem Tavern, hi-lo blouse, high low trend, Jeanofalltrades, pajama pants, pajama-style pants, walking | 22 Comments

Las Olas – a day in Ft. Lauderdale

Posted on February 19, 2012 by carmen

It’s a cold day in February but my mind drifts back to sunny memories of Florida. This day in Ft Lauderdale began with breakfast at Starbucks, a quick stop at Festival Flea Market to buy the black sandals I am … Continue reading →