Tag Archives: Le Chateau

A Tale of Two Cities

Posted on April 12, 2018 by carmen

 I borrowed Charles Dickens’ famous title with the same cities: Paris and London. Lunch in Paris; Dinner in London Living in Southern Ontario means you can have lunch in Paris and dinner in London because these cities are an hour’s … Continue reading →

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White Denim Vest

Posted on June 23, 2017 by carmen

My last post featured my black faux suede vest. I have invested in a number of vests, but I’ve never had a white denim vest. I love how adding a vest can make an outfit a little more fashionable. This … Continue reading →

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Faux Layers

Posted on June 4, 2017 by carmen

Layers add interest to an outfit as well as warmth that can be peeled off if need be. But what I like about faux layers is that I can have the look without bulk. Case in point, this lovely turquoise … Continue reading →

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Gray Synergy Top = comfort + style

Posted on January 16, 2017 by carmen

Synergy  Organic Clothing is a fair-trade company in Nepal where the employees earn a living wage. I bought this organic cotton top at Jean’s eco boutique, Drizzle & Shine. A lovely shade of gray with dolman sleeves and beautiful hand-stitching on … Continue reading →

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Schafer Baillie Mansion on Capitol Hill

Posted on December 17, 2016 by carmen

The Schafer Baillie Mansion is an exquisite Bed and Breakfast on Capitol Hill in Seattle–walking distance from Drizzle and Shine, my daughter’s eco boutique. I wore my new gray Synergy top (fair-trade, made in Nepal) that I bought at Jean’s … Continue reading →

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Black and White and a Gray Barn

Posted on September 7, 2016 by carmen

Except for the grass, you’d think these are black and white photos. The nice thing about this lacy top is that I wear different coloured tank tops underneath. I’m getting a lot wear out of my gingham capris because I have so … Continue reading →

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Romance and Red Wine

Posted on February 19, 2016 by carmen

A red rose is a symbol of romance. Romance is always fashionable. Red is a passionate colour. I bought this red cardigan with big black buttons at Hudson’s Bay. Looks like I’m on the Brooklyn Bridge … I’m actually at … Continue reading →

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Summertime and the living is easy

Posted on August 8, 2015 by carmen

… and the cotton is high! I love cotton–simple, pure and natural. There’s nothing I like more than the comfort of 100% cotton: from sheets and towels to clothes and underwear. Here’s another top from Le Chateau in a soft, … Continue reading →

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Shades of White

Posted on August 4, 2015 by carmen

My favourite colour in summer is white: fresh and clean. My new blouse I bought at Le Chateau recently is so light and cool on the hottest summer days. High low style and simple detail makes this a great choice … Continue reading →

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Long Cardigans in Black and White

Posted on June 25, 2015 by carmen

When I can’t decide which one to buy, I buy them both. Actually, my mom started me with this habit; she would buy the same thing in different colours and my daughter Jean and I have continued this tradition. In … Continue reading →

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