Tag Archives: lilacs

Lilacs and Leggings

Posted on June 14, 2019 by carmen

Lilacs are blossoming in every shade from white to pink to lilac and magenta! Spring arrived late this year, but there’s always a silver lining and therefore the blossoms are lingering longer. Magnolias have just vanished as the lilacs appeared … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Scenery, Spring, Thirfting | Tagged Covered Perfectly, floral prints, floral purse, interview with Pauline Durban, lilacs, Made in USA, tartan | 18 Comments

Peplum and Lace

Posted on June 15, 2016 by carmen

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 | 23 Comments

Lilacs and Lace

Posted on June 5, 2015 by carmen

Lilacs: the heavenly scent of springtime. I wish spring would last all spring! The weather keeps changing: one day it’s warm as summer and the next day it feels like autumn. White lilacs inspired me to wear my white lace … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Photography, Scenery, Spring | Tagged Fun Fashion Friday, lace, lilacs, magenta, Rose Wholesale, White lilacs | 28 Comments

Magenta and Capris

Posted on May 26, 2015 by carmen

May is one of my favourite months because lilacs, magnolias and apple blossoms are in their glory. There are lilacs in various colours: white, ivory, pink, mauve, pale violet and magenta. With lilacs blooming everywhere, they make a lovely backdrop … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, jewellery, Shopping, Spring, Stratford | Tagged capris, high low blouse, lilacs, magenta, Ricki's, silver jewellery | 24 Comments

Rugged Elegance: Denim and White Eyelet

Posted on May 24, 2015 by carmen

This thrifted denim jacket cost $7.99. I bought it yesterday because I have been looking for one ever since I missed a really unique denim jacket at V.V. Boutique (Value Village). Next stop, the ruins in downtown Galt (part of … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Shopping, Thirfting | Tagged denim, denim jacket, eyelet skirt, grandchildren, lilacs, old ruins, Pentecost, Pfingsttage, thrifting | 15 Comments

White Skinny Jeans with Knit and Crocheted Tops

Posted on May 21, 2015 by carmen

My brand new first-pair-ever white skinny jeans will be a staple in my wardrobe. I don’t know how I got along without them. I guess it’s because I do have quite a few white pants and capris, but nothing looks … Continue reading →