Tag Archives: sustainable fashion

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 | 10 Comments

Crystal Beach: biking and shopping

Posted on September 11, 2020 by carmen

Besides enjoying the beautiful view of Lake Erie, Crystal Beach is a charming little town and great for biking around the quiet streets with cute cottages. I wore my Leopard and Roses (ethical company) tunic. I bought two of these … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Scenery, Shopping | Tagged bike riding, Crystal Beach Ontario, ethical company, ethical fashion, fair trade, Leopard and Roses, sustainable fashion | 11 Comments

DRIZZLE & SHINE: eco-boutique

Posted on May 25, 2020 by carmen

In May 2016 my daughter opened an eco-boutique in Seattle, Washington. Jean has always loved fashion, even as a pre-schooler. She started her fashion blog in 2011. “Drizzle & Shine is an eco-boutique that grew out of a style blog. … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades | Tagged Drizzle & Shine, Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, ethical clothing, ethical company, fair trade, organic, slow fashion, sustainable fashion | 16 Comments

Leopards and Roses: ethical fashion

Posted on October 28, 2019 by carmen

If you follow my blog, you know I promote SLOW FASHION: sustainable, eco-friendly, fairtrade, cruelty-free fashion. I support small businesses and thrift shops. I often mention my daughter’s eco-boutique and show beautiful items I have bought at her store Drizzle … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades | Tagged Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, eco fashion, ethical company, Jaboli ll eco-boutique, Leopard and Roses, Made in Nepal, sustainable fashion | 45 Comments

Transitioning outfits through the seasons

Posted on October 24, 2019 by carmen

When Jean sent me this pretty wrap dress from her eco-boutique this summer, I knew it was perfect for transitioning into autumn. I’ve styled it with a black velvet blazer (thrifted) and black bamboo tights (from Jean’s store). Booties are … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Fashion, Thirfting | Tagged bamboo tights, cherry wrap dress, Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, second-hand clothes, sustainable fashion, transitional clothing, velvet blazer | 26 Comments

It’s a BOY!

Posted on August 23, 2019 by carmen

We are excited to announce the birth of our third grandchild! Having a grandbaby is a lot easier than having a baby! No morning sickness, no labour pain and I didn’t gain a single pound! But I did gain a … Continue reading →

Posted in eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades | Tagged Armed Angels, Armedangels, Drizzle & Shine, Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, eco clothing, eco fashion, grandchildren, granddaughter, grandson, Hue, newborn, polka dots, polkadots, sustainable fashion | 33 Comments

DRIZZLE & SHINE: Third Anniversary

Posted on May 21, 2019 by carmen

It’s been three years since Jean opened the doors of her eco boutique DRIZZLE & SHINE in Seattle and started selling fair trade, vegan, eco-friendly wares. Fair trade for people. We care about garment workers: that they are paid a living wage with … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades | Tagged anniversary, cruelty-free clothes, Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, eco clothing, fair trade, sustainable fashion, vegan, wrap top | 26 Comments

NW Trend Show – Seattle

Posted on February 7, 2019 by carmen

What a wonderful experience I had going to my first fashion trade show in Seattle! The event is for wholesale buyers and I got a peek into what it’s like to see fashion before it gets to the stores, I … Continue reading →

Posted in eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, jewellery, Seattle | Tagged Armed Angels, cruelty-free fashion, Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, eco fashion, fair trade, Fashion Trade Show, Indigenous ethical fashion, NW Trend Show, organic, Seattle, sustainable fashion, Tasi jewellery | 30 Comments

Shopping Spree at Drizzle & Shine

Posted on January 26, 2019 by carmen

Shopping at DRIZZLE & SHINE is worth the trip to Seattle! Of course, visiting my daughter is the reason Seattle is now my favourite city! My shopping spree included tops, skirts, socks and this grey organic cotton dress (that can be … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Seattle, Shopping, Travel | Tagged be kind, cruelty-free fashion, Drizzle and Shine, ethical fashion, Indigenous ethical fashion, organic cotton, shop local, slow fashion, sustainable fashion | 20 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 →