Tag Archives: houndstooth coat

Little Red Dress and a Houndstooth Coat

Posted on February 11, 2018 by carmen

It’s a title I’ve used before, Little Red Dress, this time with a completely different style. My dress from the Fabulous over 40 Model Search was ultra glamorous! This one is classy for everyday and yet can be dressed up … Continue reading →

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Houndstooth Dress and Houndstooth Coat

Posted on December 18, 2015 by carmen

Jean and I were walking along the streets of Berlin this summer when this dress called out, “carmen!” It was on a mannequin outside the shop, just waiting for me to pass by. If there’s houndstooth in a shop, I’ll … Continue reading →

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The Long, Cold Winter

Posted on March 3, 2015 by carmen

You know it’s wickedly cold when Niagara Falls freezes over! It’s a spectacular sight (actually, it isn’t completely frozen and the water still flows underneath). Bitter cold temperatures haven’t kept the tourists away, so there’s plenty of photos to view … Continue reading →

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I love houndstooth

Posted on April 30, 2014 by carmen

Houndstooth skater skirt Houndstooth and tartan are two of my favourite patterns; both originated in Scotland. My mom bought me my first houndstooth coat when I was a teenager, wish I could find a photo of it. My aunt gave … Continue reading →

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Is it spring yet?

Posted on March 13, 2014 by carmen

I envy my daughter Jean who is enjoying spring weather in Seattle, but we here in Ontario are covered in ice and snow so deep, you can come out in the morning and not find your car!! Spring arrives next … Continue reading →

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