Tag Archives: slow fashion

One day in early autumn …

Posted on October 8, 2023 by carmen

Autumn is a pleasant season yet there’s a certain sadness as the days get shorter and the leaves begin their dance to the ground. The chill in the evenings which definitely means that summer is gone. Still there’s much to … Continue reading →

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NORTHERN REFECTIONS: Blue Christmas

Posted on November 28, 2022 by carmen

I’m delighted to collaborate with Northern Reflections again! I love promoting this great Canadian company! This blue buffalo check sweater caught my eye while browsing through their online store. It also comes in red and black which I love, but … Continue reading →

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OOTD – second-hand dress by Bala

Posted on April 19, 2022 by carmen

This was my outfit of the day when I got my hair done last week, second-hand dress from my friend Maggie’s clothing exchange. It’s made in Canada and I can wear it in cooler weather as a tunic with a … Continue reading →

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Winter in Kincardine in black and red

Posted on March 10, 2022 by carmen

I bought this black and red windowpane check coat last autumn and it’s perfect for spring. With temperatures rising after a brutal winter, I love taking a walk into town and stroll along the shores of Lake Huron, my new … Continue reading →

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STYLE CHALLENGE: Birch and Birds T-Shirt

Posted on January 25, 2022 by carmen

Jean and I have been doing style challenges for several years. It’s not a competition, it’s to show different ways to wear something and get more milage out of our clothes as well as creating various looks. I had shown … Continue reading →

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NORTHERN REFLECTIONS: a top with flare

Posted on December 7, 2021 by carmen

When my new top arrived from Northern Reflections, I felt like a child on Christmas morning! I love the print and handkerchief hem style with flare. It’s luxuriously soft and so feminine. I wore it for Ladies’ Night Out, a … Continue reading →

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NORTHERN REFLECTIONS: holiday apparel

Posted on November 17, 2021 by carmen

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 … Continue reading →

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DRIZZLE & SHINE: eco-boutique SALE!!!

Posted on November 3, 2021 by carmen

A message from my daughter Jean After being an exclusively online store for six months now, and as I reflect on the past five and a half years, one thing has become clear: Drizzle & Shine was meant to be … Continue reading →

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FLOWER POWER: florals on black

Posted on April 22, 2021 by carmen

Flowers are never out of season and never out of style. I bought two floral tops at Simons recently. This one with a black background. It’s super soft and I love that it’s made with an eco-friendly, sustainable fabric. “LENZING™ … Continue reading →

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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 →

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