Tag Archives: Made in USA

Black and White Dolman T-shirts from Drizzle and Shine

Posted on October 4, 2021 by carmen

Dolman T-shirt from Drizzle and Shine Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades | Tagged bamboo clothes, Beach, black and white fashion, dolman sleeves, Drizzle and Shine, Kincardine Ontario, Made in USA, sunsets | 23 Comments

Snakeskin Print Joggers

Posted on February 19, 2021 by carmen

My mother loved animal prints, so I’m always drawn to them because it makes me think of her. When I saw these joggers on a clearance rack outside the store, I headed straight to the fitting room and was delighted … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Thirfting | Tagged animal print, beret, Covered Perfectly, faux fur, faux suede, Joseph Ribkoff, Made in Canada, Made in USA, snakeskin print | 20 Comments

My New Year’s Resolution: SLOW FASHION

Posted on January 23, 2021 by carmen

As my readers and friends already know, I promote slow fashion, sustainable fashion, thrifting, I support local businesses, small businesses, ethical companies, artisans and I especially look at lables to see where the item is made. This Dolman sleeve sweater … Continue reading →

Posted in Dance, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Photography, Thirfting | Tagged dolman sleeves, ethical company, ethical fashion, fair trade, Made in USA, slow fashion, sustainable fashion, tie-dyed clothes | 27 Comments

Styling our Dickies

Posted on January 15, 2021 by carmen

Layering is a great way to add extra warmth when you need it. However, sometimes wearing a sweater worn over a turtleneck is too warm. The solution when you need a little extra warmth … dickies. I remember having a dickie when … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Style Challenge | Tagged buffalo check leggings, Covered Perfectly, dickie, lumberjack leggings, Made in USA, Northern Reflections, Roma rain boots, style challenge | 18 Comments

Peplum and a Pencil Skirt

Posted on November 14, 2020 by carmen

When I started blogging nine years ago, my second post was about my dear mother. She had a profound influence on me. I am truly blessed to be her daughter! My love for peplum started when I was a child, … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, eco fashion, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Thirfting | Tagged Blue Canoe, Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, eco fashion, Made in USA, mom, peplum top, thrifted fashion | 8 Comments

COVERED PERFECTLY: stylish – flattering – ageless fashion

Posted on June 10, 2020 by carmen

I have five COVERED PERFECTLY tops. I love the story behind this American company. Founder Pauline Durban is a remarkable woman and talented designer. The styles are fabulous as well as flattering and timeless. The fabric is super-soft, luxurious and … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion | Tagged Covered Perfectly, fashion over 40, Made in USA, Pauline Durban | 18 Comments

Twice as Nice: wrap tops from Drizzle and Shine

Posted on November 14, 2019 by carmen

My favourite little dress shop! These pretty tops are from my daughter’s eco-boutique in Seattle. Paired with skirts or pants, I love that they are as comfortable as a T-shirt but look so much more stylish. I love the wrap … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Music, Nature, Photography | Tagged autumn, Chad and Jeremy, Drizzle & Shine, Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, eco fashion, Made in USA, Sarah Vaughan, Three Dots made in USA, Willow Weep for Me | 16 Comments

What’s Pink and Lace and Thrifted?

Posted on September 2, 2019 by carmen

This pretty pink top! I bought this pink lace top at a secondhand shop. It was brand new with the tag still attached for only $6. (new $30. made in USA). I love the bell sleeves. It was perfect for … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Thirfting | Tagged grandson, Labour Day, Made in USA, pink lace, second-hand, slow fashion, thrifted fashion, wearing white after Labour Day | 17 Comments

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

COVERED PERFECTLY

Posted on May 15, 2018 by carmen

I love promoting ethical companies and clothes made in the USA. When I had the opportunity to do a review for COVERED PERFECTLY a few years ago, I showed two of the tops I received from them and bought three … Continue reading →