Tag Archives: eco fashion

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 →

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Guest post by my daughter Jean: A FAMILY VISIT

Posted on July 3, 2022 by carmen

A Family Visit I recently flew into YYZ – Toronto International Airport for a long overdue visit to see my family. However, it didn’t feel like I was going home. You see, since I’d last visited, both my brothers and … Continue reading →

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DRIZZLE & SHINE: eco-boutique SALE!!!

Posted on November 3, 2021 by carmen

A message from my daughter Jean After being an exclusively online store for six months now, and as I reflect on the past five and a half years, one thing has become clear: Drizzle & Shine was meant to be … Continue reading →

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In the good ol’ summertime!

Posted on August 13, 2021 by carmen

One of our favourite beaches on Lake Huron is Kincardine where our youngest son bought a house recently. We’ve taken trips to Kincardine and Hanover many times during the past few months, helping our sons who have moved away. This … Continue reading →

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DRIZZLE & SHINE – Online ECO-BOUTIQUE

Posted on May 27, 2021 by carmen

My daughter Jean learned how bad overconsumption and fast fashion are by watching THE TRUE COST. So she decided to do something about it and opened an eco-boutique five years ago in Seattle. This month she had to close Drizzle … Continue reading →

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FLOWER POWER: florals on white

Posted on April 28, 2021 by carmen

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 →

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FLOWER POWER: florals on black

Posted on April 22, 2021 by carmen

Flowers are never out of season and never out of style. I bought two floral tops at Simons recently. This one with a black background. It’s super soft and I love that it’s made with an eco-friendly, sustainable fabric. “LENZING™ … Continue reading →

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Camouflage: Pink, Black and Gray

Posted on February 7, 2021 by carmen

Last summer, I was delighted to find a pair of pink camo joggers (lightweight cotton). Now I found a winter version of pink camo, fleece-lined leggings (warm and cozy) in fact, the company is called COZY.  I stayed comforably warm … Continue reading →

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White Christmas

Posted on December 21, 2020 by carmen

And just like that, it’s Christmastime again! Time to don our gay apparel with merry and bright colours. I’m wearing my red tartan Christmas blazer, red beret (secondhand) and red booties that I have had for over 25 years. The … Continue reading →

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Peplum and a Pencil Skirt

Posted on November 14, 2020 by carmen

When I started blogging nine years ago, my second post was about my dear mother. She had a profound influence on me. I am truly blessed to be her daughter! My love for peplum started when I was a child, … Continue reading →

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