Tag Archives: ethical company

STYLE CHALLENGE: Birch and Birds T-Shirt

Posted on January 25, 2022 by carmen

Jean and I have been doing style challenges for several years. It’s not a competition, it’s to show different ways to wear something and get more milage out of our clothes as well as creating various looks. I had shown … Continue reading →

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SHOP LOCAL – Support Small Businesses

Posted on March 18, 2021 by carmen

From thrift shops to charming boutiques, I’m sure to find something unique! Case in point … These funky tunics (100% cotton, made in Nepal by an ethical company). Jackie (owner of La Jolie Molly boutique) was wearing one when Maria … Continue reading →

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My New Year’s Resolution: SLOW FASHION

Posted on January 23, 2021 by carmen

As my readers and friends already know, I promote slow fashion, sustainable fashion, thrifting, I support local businesses, small businesses, ethical companies, artisans and I especially look at lables to see where the item is made.  This Dolman sleeve sweater … Continue reading →

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Crystal Beach: biking and shopping

Posted on September 11, 2020 by carmen

Besides enjoying the beautiful view of Lake Erie, Crystal Beach is a charming little town and great for biking around the quiet streets with cute cottages. I wore my Leopard and Roses (ethical company) tunic. I bought two of these … Continue reading →

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DRIZZLE & SHINE: eco-boutique

Posted on May 25, 2020 by carmen

In May 2016 my daughter opened an eco-boutique in Seattle, Washington. Jean has always loved fashion, even as a pre-schooler. She started her fashion blog in 2011. “Drizzle & Shine is an eco-boutique that grew out of a style blog. … Continue reading →

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Leopards and Roses: ethical fashion

Posted on October 28, 2019 by carmen

If you follow my blog, you know I promote SLOW FASHION: sustainable, eco-friendly, fairtrade, cruelty-free fashion. I support small businesses and thrift shops. I often mention my daughter’s eco-boutique and show beautiful items I have bought at her store Drizzle … Continue reading →

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