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My new top from @northernreflections is luxuriously soft, the print is unique and I love the style with a handkerchief hem. I’ve paired it with comfortable drawstring pants, from Northern Reflections. They also come in charcoal.Northern Reflections is a quality Canadian women’s clothing company, I’ve been a happy customer over the years (since 1985 when the first store opened) and I’m delighted to collaborate with a company who cares about our environment and values SLOW FASHION.#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
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CROSSING THE LINE in Black and White Gingham
Last trip to Seattle I packed only black and white clothes. It was so simple to take a minimal of pieces and yet still have enough different looks to mix and so easy to match. Of course, knowing I’d be … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, New York City, Photography, Plant-based diet, Scenery, Shopping, Summer, Travel, Vegan restaurant, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle
Tagged black and white, Central Park, gingham, nature, photography, red shoes, Scenery, vegan, vegan food, vegan restaurant, walking
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Schafer Baillie Mansion on Capitol Hill
The Schafer Baillie Mansion is an exquisite Bed and Breakfast on Capitol Hill in Seattle–walking distance from Drizzle and Shine, my daughter’s eco boutique. I wore my new gray Synergy top (fair-trade, made in Nepal) that I bought at Jean’s … Continue reading
Forget-me-not
I love spring and although it’s been taking awhile here in Southern Ontario for spring to arrive in it’s fullness, the evidence is now clear; forget-me-nots, bluebells and daffodils are blooming in the forest. Warmer days beckon me to come … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Photography, Scenery, Spring
Tagged Active Lifestyle, bluebells, daffodils, forest, forget-me-not, spring, spring flowers, walking
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Shopping in Harlem NYC
While in New York City we stayed in Harlem. No matter what you’ve heard about Harlem in the past and possibly the bad reputation it once had, Harlem has greatly improved: friendly people, lovely shops, flea markets, fine restaurants, Starbucks, … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, New York City, Travel
Tagged Babenoir, black and white, Harlem, Harlem Tavern, hi-lo blouse, high low trend, Jeanofalltrades, pajama pants, pajama-style pants, walking
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The High Line NYC
After a fun morning of shopping at the Chelsea Market we climbed the stairs to the High Line, an abandoned railroad that has been recycled into a beautiful walking path with wild plants and benches to relax. I wore my … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, New York City, Photography, Shopping, Summer, Travel
Tagged Active Lifestyle, High Line, New York City, NYC, remixing clothes, thrifting, travel, walking
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Elora Gorge – a walk on the wild side
The nature trails along the Grand River are extensive and here at the Elora Gorge the view is spectacular! Starting across the river from the Elora Mill Inn there are two abandoned factories. Little Folks Furniture company made children’s furniture. … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Summer
Tagged Elora Gorge, elora mill inn, forests, gorge, hiking, little folks furniture, nature, Scenery, shopping, style, walking
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Street Walker
I miss dancing–I’m so used to dancing two to four hours a day. While on holidays, I have taken to the streets. This neighbourhood is fun to walk around and shops are within walking distance. It’s a bit like stepping … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving
In Canada, we celebrate Thanksgiving on the second weekend of October. Being vegetarian/vegan, our family enjoys meals together, eating a healthy, vegetarian dinner. Harvest is plentiful and we have so much to be thankful for. Though meals are simple; they … Continue reading
Posted in Active Lifestyle, Animals, Memories, Photography, Scenery, Thanksgiving, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle
Tagged hiking, Thanksgiving, walking
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A Sunny Sunday Stroll
I enjoy September. Gone are the humid, hazy days of summer and temperatures are pleasant. Autumn is on the way and I love the changing of the leaves as they turn gold and crimson. I still wear white and pastels, … Continue reading
Posted in Animals, Fashion, Shopping
Tagged Boston Terriers, handbags, purple, purses, shopping, walking
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