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Tag Archives: black and white
Pattern Mixing: Plaid and Stripes and Polka Dots
On Black Friday, I bought two plaid tops at Eclipse. I showed the lumberjack plaid (made in Canada) last month and this one is black and white with some pattern mixing. Love how it has stripes added to the … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Photography
Tagged black and white, Eclipse, pattern mixing, plaid, polka dots, stripes
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Black and White: a classic look
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
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Black and White Checkered Duster
Black and white has to be one of my favourite duos when it comes to two-tone outfits. Not only do I wear this combo a lot, but I’ve even packed black and white clothes on two vacations and plan to … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion
Tagged black and white, black and white sandals, black corduroy leggings, duster, white skinny jeans
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Black and White Paisley Pants and a Guest Fashionista
While in New York City we went to a park almost every day and since we were staying near Central Park, we enjoyed adventures in the park many times. On this particular day, I wore black and white paisley pants … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Nature, New York City, Photography, Scenery, Shopping, Summer, Thirfting, Travel
Tagged black and white, Central Park, daisy bag, Maggie, New York City, NYC, thrifting
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CROSSING THE LINE in Black and White Gingham
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, 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
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Black and White Fashion
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
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Faux Suede Black Fringe Vest
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
Comfort + Style = clothes I love best
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
Tagged black and white, comfort, cruelty-free fashion, Drizzle and Shine, Jeane & Jax, vegan boots, vegan purse
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Thrifting on Capitol Hill
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
Black and White Plaid
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
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