Tag Archives: Made in USA

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 →

Posted in Fashion, Photography | Tagged Covered Perfectly, ethical fashion, floral skinny jeans, interview with Pauline Durban, Made in USA, magnolia blossoms, Pauline, Simple Comfort | 11 Comments

The Deadly Cost of Fashion

Posted on April 23, 2018 by carmen

Tragedy in Bangladesh – Five Years Ago We live in a global village and we all heard about it. Is it old news now? Not for the families of the victims who died and those who were injured. Devastations like … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades | Tagged Amour Vert clothing, Blue Canoe, Drizzle and Shine, ethical fashion, fair trade, fashion with compassion, Jean of all Trades, Made in Canada, Made in USA, Salts Organic Clothing - made in Canada, Scrapbook Clothing, Synergy Organic Clothing, Threads 4 Thought, Weston Clothing - made in USA | 24 Comments

My Traveling Outfit

Posted on December 20, 2017 by carmen

I’m already planning what I’ll wear on the plane for my winter vacation in Seattle. This dress was designed for me! It’s the first thing that caught my eye when I walked into Drizzle and Shine for the first time. A … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Seattle, Travel | Tagged Amour Vert clothing, Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, eco fashion, Made in USA, organic cotton, Seattle, sustainable fashion, travel, winter vacation | 26 Comments

Kimono-style floral dressing gown

Posted on August 24, 2017 by carmen

“Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery!” Blogging definitely inspires me. We are influential beings. When I first saw some of my fellow bloggers featuring vintage Kimono morning robes or dressing gowns, I knew this is a look I would … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Nature, New York City, Photography, Scenery, Summer, Travel | Tagged Chelsea Market, High Line, Jeanofalltrades, Kimono, Made in USA, MoMA, Museum of Modern Art, New York City, NYC | 18 Comments

Blue Roses

Posted on May 27, 2017 by carmen

My eyes light up brighter than a starry night when a package arrives from Seattle. I know it’s from Drizzle & Shine. Recently, Jean sent me three new things from her eco boutique: a blue tie-dyed dress, a black dolman-sleeved … Continue reading →

Posted in eco fashion, Fashion, Spring | Tagged blue roses, Drizzle and Shine, eco fashion, floral prints, Made in USA, Weston | 15 Comments

Merry and Bright

Posted on December 21, 2016 by carmen

Nothing says Christmas like red. My LRD was bought several years ago in Florida, made in USA. I wore it recently to a Christmas dinner party, a Christmas luncheon, a Christmas concert and an Old-fashioned Christmas Event with my grandchildren. Cost-per-wear, … Continue reading →