Tag Archives: thrifted fashion

Peplum: I loved it then, I love it now

Posted on May 1, 2020 by carmen

I remember my mom wearing peplum and she always looked so elegant. She had an hourglass figure and this flared-from-the-waist style accentuated it even more. I was excited to see peplum tops make a comeback a few years ago and … Continue reading →

Posted in Dress Up - Dress Down, Fashion, Thirfting | Tagged dress up - dress down, peplum, second-hand clothes, thrifted fashion | 22 Comments

ALCHEMY FASHIONS: ethically made, organic clothing

Posted on March 30, 2020 by carmen

A recent find in a thrift store was this ALCHEMY FASHIONS dress–CANADIAN DESIGNED * MADE WITH LOVE. Alchemy is sweatshop-free: they pay more than fair and living wages to their garment workers and provide a safe workplace. I had never heard … Continue reading →

Posted in eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Thirfting | Tagged Alchemy Fashions, Canadian company, eco fashion, fair trade, organic cotton, thrifted fashion | 20 Comments

This outfit is totally SLOW FASHION

Posted on March 25, 2020 by carmen

If you are reading my blog for the first time you’ll find out immediately that I support SLOW FASHION. In a world filled with cheap, throw away, fast fashion–which is bad for our environment and even worse for the garment … Continue reading →

Posted in eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, jewellery, Shopping, Thirfting | Tagged clothing exchange, eco fashion, second-hand clothes, slow fashion, small businesses, thrifted fashion | 69 Comments

Thrifted and Gifted

Posted on March 1, 2020 by carmen

One of the ways I promote SLOW FASHION is to buy second hand. Thrifting saves money too so I have more to spend on quality clothes. I love the artistic design on the front and back of this top. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Thirfting | Tagged faux leather, faux suede, faux suede booties, second-hand clothes, slow fashion, thrifted fashion | 22 Comments

Necknots Infinity Scarf Necklace

Posted on January 8, 2020 by carmen

My cardigan ($5) and tote ($5) were recent treasures found at a thrift shop. With the money saved, I can afford to buy this unique infinity scarf necklace, made in Canada by NECKNOTS. I love to support artisans and promote … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, jewellery, Thirfting | Tagged grandchildren, grandson, Kecknots, Made in Canada, Robin Ruth tote, thrifted fashion | 21 Comments

Florals and Pinstripes and a Flapper-style Hat

Posted on December 12, 2019 by carmen

Pinstripes always make me think of men’s suits. I made my brother a green pinstripe suit in the 1960s especially for performing with his band. It’s a pattern that looks elegant on men and women alike. A touch of pattern-mixing, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, Fashion, Thirfting | Tagged fashion with compassion, flapper-style hat, florals, How Fashion Saved the Birds, Jean of all Trades, my brother Johnny, pinstripes, save the birds, thrifted booties, thrifted fashion | 18 Comments

What I wore to a Christmas Market

Posted on November 26, 2019 by carmen

I got several compliments on my newly thrifted jacket (made by Parsley and Sage). I wore it for the first time to the Fashion History Museum recently and now to Fair November. Ever since I heard about Fair November, we … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas, Fashion, Plant-based diet, Thirfting, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged Christkindl Market, Fair November, Parsley and Sage, thrifted fashion, thrifting, vegan lifestyle | 17 Comments

Joseph Ribkoff: Canadian fashion company

Posted on November 20, 2019 by carmen

You never know what treasures you’ll find thrifting. Case in point–this chic faux suede jacket made in Canada by Joseph Ribkoff. Shopping at Goodwill and secondhand shops is easy on the budget, great for the environment and helps support a … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Fashion, Plant-based diet | Tagged Canadian designer, faux suede, Joseph Ribkoff, Made in Canada, thrifted fashion, thrifting | 20 Comments

Tea for Two: Be my Guest!

Posted on September 8, 2019 by carmen

Maggie and I are twins born of different mothers. We never miss a chance to dance and have a passion for fashion. On our way home after class one day, we stopped to shop. We both bought the same black … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Photography, Scenery, Shopping, Summer | Tagged Anthropologie, black and white fashion, boho-chic, culottes, I Love Lucy, I Love Lucy dishes, Maggie, Ricki's, second-hand clothes, slow fashion, tea for two, thrifted fashion, wrap pants | 25 Comments

What’s Pink and Lace and Thrifted?

Posted on September 2, 2019 by carmen

This pretty pink top! I bought this pink lace top at a secondhand shop. It was brand new with the tag still attached for only $6. (new $30. made in USA). I love the bell sleeves. It was perfect for … Continue reading →