Tag Archives: sustainable fashion

My Sweetheart T-shirt from CLEO

Posted on June 13, 2022 by carmen

Just my style! Hearts are my trademark and I love June, with longer days and warmer nights, summer will soon be here! June, a popular month for weddings, it’s no wonder this beautiful Spirea gets the name Bridal Veil aka … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Scenery, Spring, Summer | Tagged Cleo, flowers, hearts, photography, Spirea, sustainable fashion | 18 Comments

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 →

Posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades | Tagged Drizzle and Shine, eco boutique, eco fashion, fair trade, slow fashion, sustainable fashion | 11 Comments

FLOWER POWER: florals on white

Posted on April 28, 2021 by carmen

My love affair with florals germinated as a child and blossomed in my teen years during the ’60s. Inspired by my mother who adored flowers; besides having floral prints on her gorgeous dresses and blouses, we had floral drapes in … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Spring | Tagged beaches, day trip, eco fashion, floral prints, Lake Huron, magnolia blossoms, Simons, sustainable fashion | 29 Comments

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 →

Posted in eco fashion, Fashion, Spring | Tagged eco fashion, florals, magnolia blossoms, Simons, slow fashion, sustainable fashion | 19 Comments

Camouflage: Pink, Black and Gray

Posted on February 7, 2021 by carmen

Last summer, I was delighted to find a pair of pink camo joggers (lightweight cotton). Now I found a winter version of pink camo, fleece-lined leggings (warm and cozy) in fact, the company is called COZY. I stayed comforably warm … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, Day Trips, eco fashion, Fashion, Photography, Thirfting | Tagged cruelty-free fashion, day trip, eco fashion, Hanover, Northern Reflections, pink camouflage, sustainable fashion, thrifted fashion, Zacks | 18 Comments

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 | 27 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 →