Tag Archives: fashion

What to wear to the dance class?

Posted on March 7, 2021 by carmen

Getting dressed is a fun part of my day! It’s like playing dress-ups every morning! Sometimes it’s hard to decide–not beacuse I don’t have a thing to wear–just the opposite, I have so many lovely choices. Putting an outfit together … Continue reading →

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With Love from Zacks

Posted on February 13, 2021 by carmen

I love supporting Zacks: Canadian women’s apparel since 1921. The first Zacks opened in downtown Kitchener, Ontario, with 29 stores across Ontario today. I fell in love with this cute graphic top because of the little red and pink hearts! … Continue reading →

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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 →

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An Afternoon in Paris

Posted on August 1, 2020 by carmen

It was Maggie’s idea to have lunch in Paris While waiting for our riverside restaurant reservation, we had time to stroll around town and relax. Three fashionable tourists I wore my new floral blouse with blush pink cotton pants that … Continue reading →

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Maggie’s Clothing Exchange Party

Posted on December 17, 2019 by carmen

My daughter Jean hosts and attends clothing exchange parties in Seattle frequently. My dear friend Maggie is a thrifting specialist and when I told her about Jean’s parties, she thought it was a great idea and has decided to host … Continue reading →

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How to wear leggings and look classy

Posted on October 10, 2019 by carmen

Here’s my easy tip to look classy in leggings — wear a long top or tunic that covers your tushie. It’s that simple, yet I see so many women wearing a top that’s too short for leggings. I have a … Continue reading →

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Lazy Days of Summer

Posted on August 13, 2019 by carmen

We enjoyed a day trip on the country roads of Southern Ontario. It’s so relaxing to stay off the highway with no particular place to go, just breezing along at a slower pace, no rush, stop when and where we … Continue reading →

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Baby needs a new pair of shoes

Posted on July 11, 2019 by carmen

… dancing shoes, that is … Dance Plus in Toronto has a yearly sale for top quality dance shoes, some made in England. After trying on several pairs that I liked, I almost bought these but they had a 3-inch … Continue reading →

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Summer Reprise

Posted on November 5, 2018 by carmen

After a few rainy days with cooler temperatures, we enjoyed some wonderful warm weather again in October. It felt like summer was back for a few days. During our weekend getaway in August, I bought these gray leggings hoping they … Continue reading →

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Heat Wave and a Cool Top

Posted on July 17, 2018 by carmen

What sold me on this cool multicolour top is the unique print which reminds me of Saris: bright and colourful. It’s light and silky. We’re having Florida weather with days hot enough to melt metal. Humidity so high my hair has … Continue reading →

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