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My new top from @northernreflections is luxuriously soft, the print is unique and I love the style with a handkerchief hem. I’ve paired it with comfortable drawstring pants, from Northern Reflections. They also come in charcoal.Northern Reflections is a quality Canadian women’s clothing company, I’ve been a happy customer over the years (since 1985 when the first store opened) and I’m delighted to collaborate with a company who cares about our environment and values SLOW FASHION.#southampton #sunset #lakehuron#sunset #southampton Ontario #lakehuronStyling my floral top with white jeans and red jeans. #florals #magnolias #fashion #fashionbloggerStyling my floral top with red jeans and black faux leather pants. #florals #fauxleather #fashion #fashionblogger #thrifingStyling my floral blazer with white jeans and black faux leather pants. #fashionblogger #florals #whatveganswearI always find something I like at Northern Reflections 🇨🇦(Canadian women’s apparel store). This red and blue top is great paired with jeans. #fashionblogger #shopcanadian #shoplocal @northernreflectionsNorthern Reflections is one of my favourite Canadian stores. 🇨🇦❤️#fashionblogger #supportlocalbusiness @northernreflectionsShopping adventure with Maria! These funky tunics (100% cotton) are made in Nepal by an ethical company. Let’s support small businesses! @la_jolie_molly_boutique #ridgewayontario #crystalbeach #forterieWhat to wear to dance class? This red and black plaid dress with a high waisted lace up and handkerchief style. #fashionblogger #dancerA time to dance! This is one of my favourite skirts for dancing. It’s a flowing,sheer fabric that looks amazing when I twirl. I love the high low style. #fashionblogger #dancerA dress for all seasons. With summer being too short for my liking, I layered this summer dress with a long black cardigan, black dickie, a leopard print halftee, a leopard print scarf, bamboo tights and leopard print booties. Swipe to see how it looks in summer. #fashionbloggerMy favourite faux fur jacket and snake skin print joggers. #fauxfur #fashionblogger #fashionover50 #snakeskinprintPink and blue tie-dye Dolman sleeve top made in the USA.🇺🇸#fashionblogger #madeinusaPattern mixing in black and white with plaid and stripes and polkadots! Do you do pattern mixing? #plaid #stripes #polkadots #patternmixing #blackandwhite #fashionblogger #fashionover50@coveredperfectly is back!! ❤️Stylish, flattering, ageless fashion. One of my favourite tops is #simplecomfort - I bought it in several colors. This one is black which I’m wearing with a red Dickie underneath. Goes great with my red and black #buffaloplaid #coveredperfectly #fashionblogger #fashionover50 #madeinusa🇺🇸Relaxing in my red Covered Perfectly top.❤️made in the USA 🇺🇸 @coveredperfectly #fashionblogger #fashionover50Winter in Ontario. Keeping warm in my pink puffer jacket and cosy fleece-lined pink camouflage leggings. @save_the_duck #pink #pinkcamo #winter #fashionblogger #hanoverHappy Valentines! With love, carmen ♥️#love #valentines
Tag Archives: lace
A Crown of Daisies
Daisies make me smile! 🙂 For me, they represent the simple pleasures in life! Roses are elegant, orchids are luxurious and there are a myriad of beautiful flowers to behold, the humble daisy is my choice: simply growing in a … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Memories, Photography, Scenery, Summer
Tagged daisies, daisy crown, daisy wreath, flowers, lace, The Great Gatsby
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Velvet and lace and a pencil skirt
Pencil skirts are so elegant and this one is so comfortable. It’s made by Blue Canoe–an American company–and I love this shade of burgundy. I’ve bought several things from Blue Canoe while in Seattle in September. It was an instant decision when … Continue reading
Posted in eco fashion, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Memories, Photography, Seattle, Winter
Tagged Blue Canoe, burgundy, Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, eco clothing, lace, pencil skirt, velvet
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A Little Lace Frock
On a previous visit to Seattle, I bought this little white lace dress. I hadn’t worn it till this summer. Here with a white slip. I’ve worn it with a black slip. An updo for a elegant look. Add a pop of colour … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Photography, Shopping, Summer
Tagged bikini, Drizzle and Shine, fashion, Jean of all Trades, Jeanofalltrades, lace, lace dress, photography, purses, Seattle, shopping, updo
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Twice as Nice
It’s a tradition: find something I like–buy it in another colour too. My mom started this family tradition and my daughter Jean is carrying on with our tradition. While at our annual car show this summer, I saw a lady … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Nature, Photography, Shopping, Summer
Tagged black lace, lace, Ricki's, Twice as Nice, white lace
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Peplum and Lace
Besides lace being romantic and elegant, it has a nostalgic quality. I bought these tops at Ricki’s in two colours (if you know me, you know I often have two of a kind). This shade of magenta has a purplish tinge. … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Nature, Nostalgia, Photography, Scenery, Spring
Tagged blossoms, dusty rose, fashion, lace, Le Chataeu, lilacs, magenta, New Dundee Fair, photography, Ricki's, Scenery, spring, Twice as Nice, white jeans
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Let’s mention the Unmentionables
Most women want to look good on the outside, but what’s underneath is not always so pretty. My cousin worked in a lingerie department and told me that some of the nicest dressed women wore panties with holes and ill-fitting bras. … Continue reading
La Vie en Rose
It’s beginning to look a lot like spring! Snow has melted, April showers have arrived and robins are serenading! I love pairing pink and gray, a match made in heaven. I bought this high low top at Reitmans. It has … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Shopping, Spring
Tagged floral skinny jeans, lace, pink roses, Reitmans, skinny jeans, Smart Set, spring, spring shopping, Target
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Gray Pinstripes and Pink Wild Roses
This outfit mixes masculine and feminine. Blouse: Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren Skirt: thrifted Coat: RW & Co Booties: thrifted Pinstripes always remind me of men’s suits ever since I was a little girl. My brother chose a pinstriped fabric … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Memories, Thirfting
Tagged Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren, fashion, lace, pink wild roses, pinstripes, RW & Co, thrifting
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Clothing Exchange: Hearts and Flowers
I went to my first clothing exchange while visiting my daughter Jean in Seattle. It was so much fun and a wonderful experience. I helped Jean shop and prepare refreshments for her guests. Jean is a gracious host and served … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Memories, Nutrition, Plant-based diet, Summer, Thirfting, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle
Tagged clothing exchange, floral prints, flowers, garden party, hearts, high low, Jeanofalltrades, lace, lace dress, tea for two, tea time, vegan, vegan food, vegan lifestyle
23 Comments
Palazzo Pants at a Grandioso Palace
Well, it’s not quite a palace but it sure looks like one and feels like one walking around this marvelous, HUGE estate. Palazzo pants are grand for an elegant affair. A similar look to a long skirt. Palazzo means palace … Continue reading
Posted in Dance, Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery
Tagged Brooklyn Flea Market, day trip, Flea Market, lace, Langdon Hall, palazzo pants, teal
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