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#westcoastswing #westcoastswingdancing#westcoastswing half-whip#southampton #sunset #lakehuron#sunset #southampton Ontario #lakehuronStyling my floral top with white jeans and red jeans. #florals #magnolias #fashion #fashionbloggerStyling my floral top with red jeans and black faux leather pants. #florals #fauxleather #fashion #fashionblogger #thrifingStyling my floral blazer with white jeans and black faux leather pants. #fashionblogger #florals #whatveganswearI always find something I like at Northern Reflections 🇨🇦(Canadian women’s apparel store). This red and blue top is great paired with jeans. #fashionblogger #shopcanadian #shoplocal @northernreflectionsNorthern Reflections is one of my favourite Canadian stores. 🇨🇦❤️#fashionblogger #supportlocalbusiness @northernreflectionsShopping adventure with Maria! These funky tunics (100% cotton) are made in Nepal by an ethical company. Let’s support small businesses! @la_jolie_molly_boutique #ridgewayontario #crystalbeach #forterieWhat to wear to dance class? This red and black plaid dress with a high waisted lace up and handkerchief style. #fashionblogger #dancerA time to dance! This is one of my favourite skirts for dancing. It’s a flowing,sheer fabric that looks amazing when I twirl. I love the high low style. #fashionblogger #dancerA dress for all seasons. With summer being too short for my liking, I layered this summer dress with a long black cardigan, black dickie, a leopard print halftee, a leopard print scarf, bamboo tights and leopard print booties. Swipe to see how it looks in summer. #fashionbloggerMy favourite faux fur jacket and snake skin print joggers. #fauxfur #fashionblogger #fashionover50 #snakeskinprintPink and blue tie-dye Dolman sleeve top made in the USA.🇺🇸#fashionblogger #madeinusaPattern 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 #valentines
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
39 Comments
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
24 Comments
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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