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Pattern mixing in black and white with plaid and stripes and polkadots! Do you do pattern mixing? #plaid #stripes #polkadots #patternmixing #blackandwhite #fashionblogger #fashionover50@coveredperfectly is back!! ❤️Stylish, flattering, ageless fashion. One of my favourite tops is #simplecomfort - I bought it in several colors. This one is black which I’m wearing with a red Dickie underneath. Goes great with my red and black #buffaloplaid #coveredperfectly #fashionblogger #fashionover50 #madeinusa🇺🇸Relaxing in my red Covered Perfectly top.❤️made in the USA 🇺🇸 @coveredperfectly #fashionblogger #fashionover50Winter in Ontario. Keeping warm in my pink puffer jacket and cosy fleece-lined pink camouflage leggings. @save_the_duck #pink #pinkcamo #winter #fashionblogger #hanoverHappy Valentines! With love, carmen ♥️#love #valentinesBuffalo plaid cardigan brightens up dreary winter days. #buffaloplaid #lumberjackstyleMy cozy windowpane plaid cardigan jacket and thrifted beret. #blackandwhite #thriftedfashion #slowfashion #winterfashion #fashionbloggerRoom with a view! A cold winter night as seen from the bedroom window. #winterHappy New Year!♥️ #buffaloplaidchristmas #buffaloplaid #lumberjackstyle #fashionbloggerMerry Christmas! Wishing everyone a blessed holiday season! #merrychristmasShopping at Simons, Canadian store. Love this two-tone sweater! ❤️ #sweaterweather #fashionblogger #leopardprint #notwool @maisonsimons @simons.canadaShopping at Simons Canadian store. I love this shade of raspberry. #longcardigan #floraltshirt #fashionblogger #simonscanada @simons.canada @maisonsimonsDesigned in Canada and bought at @zacksfashions - women’s apparel since 1921, first store opened in Kitchener, Ontario. 19 stores across Ontario and Quebec, “Zacks offers an inspiring selection of career and casualwear in sizes ranging from 4 - 18.” #clairedesjardins #clairedesjardinsapparel #clairedesjardinsart #canadianstore #fashionblogger #zacksfashion #zacksfashionsI love second hand: easy on the pocketbook and great for the environment. Lace top is from Cleo via thrifted. Faux leather pants and shoes from my friend Maggie‘s clothing exchange. #clothingexchange #thriftedfashion #slowfashion #whatveganswearIn memory of my mom, my inspiration! I’m wearing one of her favourite styles: peplum, pencil skirt, lace stockings and high heels. My velvet peplum top is thrifted. Pencil skirt from my daughter’s eco-boutique @drizzleandshine The stockings belonged to my mom. Shoes from my friend @maggieli28 clothing exchange. #fashionblogger #memories💕Fun at Crystal Beach with Maria!❤️ #crystalbeachontario #fashionblogger #sweaterweatherThe Roaring ‘20s. It was a swell time at the costume party! #flapper #fashionblogger #themeparty #fauxfurThe Roaring ‘20s ... #flapper #themeparty #fashionbloggerBirds of a feather! I am copying Maggie, she has great style! I love her colorful, feather print leggings and found a similar pair. #friends #copycat #fashionbloggerIf you’re ever in the Niagara area drop by #lajoliemolly #supportsmallbusiness #shoplocal Dressed up with my bamboo and lace shrug for a lovely afternoon at Langdon Hall. #fashionblogger
Tag Archives: snow
Snowing in Seattle
SEATTLE WEATHER NEWSFLASH We woke up to a blanket of snow this morning. Wouldn’t you know it, just after I wrote about sunny in Seattle in my last post, it is now snowy in Seattle! Many flights were cancelled and … Continue reading
Gone With the Wind
The autumn leaves of gold and crimson looked awesome, but they are gone with the wind and all that’s left are skeletons. We’ve even had our first snowfall. I’m thankful for the pines and spruce trees, at least there’s some … Continue reading
Posted in Autumn, Christmas, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Thanksgiving, Thirfting
Tagged American Thanksgiving, autumn, autumn leaves, first snowfall, snow, tartan, tartan boots, tartan poncho, thrifted fashion
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Dear Summer, I miss you!
You are my favourite season and I hope to see you soon. Your warm breezes caress me. I love your long days and pleasant evenings. As soon as you return, we shall once again dance in the moonlight and enjoy … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Memories, Nature, Photography, Scenery
Tagged Beach, German sled, muskoka chair, Port Dover, snow
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Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow
I’d rather be inside where it’s cozy and warm, and I can look at this breath-taking view without having my breath taken away! The forest looks sugar frosted. Let me take you through a walk in the woods behind my house. Bundle … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Winter
Tagged cold, forest, Hoppy and Muffy, moose, nature, photography, Scenery, snow, winter scene
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If you can’t beat ’em – join ’em
It’s no secret that I am not a fan of this season, but I can’t hibernate all winter. This sled is not just a decoration on my front porch. It is made in Germany and we bought it for our daughter Jean … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Animals, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Winter
Tagged cold, grandchildren, nature, photography, robin, sled, snow, snowman, tobogganing, winter
25 Comments
Black and White Plaid
Everything I wear pretty well has a memory and a story woven through its fibres. Case in point–this black and white plaid scarf with matching gloves. I’m a sort of matchy-matchy person, even though my daughter Jean has taught me … Continue reading
Royal Stewart Tartan: black and red
My grandmother gave me this Royal Stewart scarf with matching gloves in the 60s. She also gave me the same set in black and white plaid. Made in Germany. We had another snow storm last night. The wind was howling … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Winter
Tagged Fred Meyer, gloves, H & M, hiking, Made in Germany, nature, photography, Royal Stewart, scarves, Scenery, sled, snow, Spanner, tartan
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Winter is Back
Looks like a scene from Narnia. Guess I spoke too soon, but I was hopeful when I wrote my previous post on Tuesday that Spring is in the air. My dance class was cancelled on Wednesday due to freezing rain. … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Winter
Tagged faux-fur, forest, nature, photography, Scenery, snow, walk in the woods, winter
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Is it spring yet?
I envy my daughter Jean who is enjoying spring weather in Seattle, but we here in Ontario are covered in ice and snow so deep, you can come out in the morning and not find your car!! Spring arrives next … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Fashion, Winter
Tagged fashion, houndstooth, houndstooth coat, houndstooth jacket, houndstooth shoes, houndstooth skirt, Jean of all Trades, Jeanofalltrades, snow
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White Christmas
There’s something magical about snow: water that turns into tiny, delicate flakes, each one is different, light as wee feathers that float down from the sky covering everything like a cozy blanket. The sight is breathtaking! Time to wear my … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Fashion
Tagged Christmas, fashion, faux-fur, Joseph Ribkoff, Merry Christmas, snow, White Christmas
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