{Jeans Polo Jeans by Ralph Lauren, thrifted Shirt Joe Fresh Pullover Sweater Joe Fresh Shoes Aldo } late afternoon in the Pacific Northwest an autumn palette my way cotton comfort colour Yesterday, I became aware of an astonishing yet irrefutable fact. My current go-to store for new clothing is the grocery store. I love Joe Fresh. And Joe Fresh lives at The Real Canadian Superstore, more familiarly known simply as Superstore. I’m not sure when or how this happened. Frankly, I don’t really care. When I’m looking for cotton, comfort and colour, I know that Joe is going to deliver. The fact that I can pick up essentials such as Ben and Jerry’s Chunky Monkey ice cream at the same time as buying skinny…
{Turquoise T Joe Fresh, Joe Fresh at Superstore Blazer thrifted Jeans Pure by Alfred Sung via Zellers, also seen here Purse & Shoes thrifted, also seen here Scarf thrifted Suede & Beaded Bracelets Moi Metal Painted Kitty Pin Artist Unknown} Yes, it’s October, and yes I’m wearing white jeans. I garnered inspiration from this post over on The Vivienne Files Blogspot. In a nutshell, chic Parisian women are wearing white jeans. Now I may not be chic, but I’m embracing the look just the same. I’m curious. Are you wearing white jeans this fall? And, because I would like to elevate the educational factor of this little blog to unprecedented levels, I will share a nearly useless bit of information with you. Did you know that denim gets it’s name…
{Jacket THX via Winners Cropped Pants French Dressing Jeanswear, thrifted Umbrella thrifted Purse thrifted T-shirt Alfred Sung via Zellers Rain Boots Winners Scarf thrifted} I dressed for a rainy day. It stopped raining for the single hour that we were out walking and snapping pics. Weather can be that way. The remainder of our day was well spent eating at Big Feast and soaking up some culture both here and at a local artist showing and sale. Dressing for a rainy day does not have to be boring. Try adding a little colour, or a lot. Today I’m linking up with Patti from Not Dead Yet Style for Visible Monday. I am also linking up with…
{King Charles Cavalier Spaniel portrait – mixed media} Whew, a long name for a smallish dog. Does this dog belong to you? He or she is looking for a home. This portrait, 5″ x 5 3/4″, is a mixed media piece. I used india ink, watercolour, and pencil crayon. I would like to name her, or him, but am fearful that I might become too attached. I have attempted to reproduce the image to reflect the artwork accurately, but please note that the background is a lighter shade of turquoise than is being portrayed. There I go again with my turquoise…