Tag Archives: faux-fur

Leather is not Fabric

Posted on November 17, 2018 by carmen

I have heard people use the term “fabric” for leather. Leather is animal skin, but I guess people prefer the euphemism—fabric. The little bunny on my sidebar lets readers know that my blog is fur-free. I wear faux fur to promote … Continue reading →

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Why do women wear fur?

Posted on January 2, 2018 by carmen

Or men, for that matter. Every year since blogging I do a special post for my animal friends (as well as consistently promoting fashion with compassion). My first memories of women wearing fur was my own dear mother. In the … Continue reading →

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Autumn Jackets

Posted on December 14, 2017 by carmen

One of the reasons I have a closet full of fall jackets is because I take care of my things and tend to have them a long time, another reason is because I love thrifting. These are some of my … Continue reading →

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Faux is the way to go

Posted on December 1, 2016 by carmen

I’m finally old enough to wear leopard. Yes, leopard used to be for old ladies when I was growing up. I had leopard-print PJs as a teenager but never wore leopard-print in public. Now during my *ahem* mature years, I’m … Continue reading →

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Winter is Back

Posted on February 26, 2016 by carmen

Looks like a scene from Narnia. Guess I spoke too soon, but I was hopeful when I wrote my previous post on Tuesday that Spring is in the air. My dance class was cancelled on Wednesday due to freezing rain. … Continue reading →

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Real women wear fake fur

Posted on December 7, 2015 by carmen

WHY? … because they have compassion. This is the 19th year of Kitchener’s German Christmas market. I have been going to the Christkindl Market every year. I was so happy to spot these fashionable ladies wearing faux fur. This is … Continue reading →

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Leopards and Tigers and Bears, OH MY!

Posted on December 16, 2014 by carmen

I’m a huge fan of animal prints and faux fur. My first leopard print was PJs that my mom bought for me in the 60s. She bought herself a pair too because she would often buy us matching clothes, including … Continue reading →

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I don’t mind faking it!

Posted on January 5, 2014 by carmen

When it comes to wearing fur, it’s gotta be fake! Fake Fur and Florals I wear white after Labour Day and florals in winter. When it comes to fashion, I break all the rules. If something doesn’t make sense to … Continue reading →

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White Christmas

Posted on December 21, 2013 by carmen

There’s something magical about snow: water that turns into tiny, delicate flakes, each one is different, light as wee feathers that float down from the sky covering everything like a cozy blanket. The sight is breathtaking! Time to wear my … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Day

Posted on January 3, 2013 by carmen

New Year’s morning began with sleeping in; an ancient, well-known beauty secret! Mornings start when I wake-up and I am fortunate not to have an unnatural, annoying alarm clock startling me and interrupting my dreams! Next, an enjoyable morning of … Continue reading →

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