Today is la St-Jean here in Quebec and we are ready for a celebration and a well-deserved summer break! Time to get offline, breathe, relax, enjoy the summer heat- and recharge! Not going offline indefinitely- I will be popping in and out of Insta (coz I can't really go cold turkey lol!). But the blog... Continue Reading →
The Thrifty Six Tropical Paradise!
Ahh the tropics and that hot, delicious sunny weather that all Northern girls crave…Le Sigh! Even if I can't get to a tropical island for a get-away, I can still get dressed up for that sunshiny vibe anyway! A girl can dream and play the part even in hot sticky Montreal. Here’s me with Jamaica... Continue Reading →
Fashionable Friday- Summer Joy and a Linkup Party
School is out - bring on the summer! How is it that this feeling of summertime rush and joy when school is out, just never gets old? I've had it since I was a little girl and every summer it always comes back. Maybe it's because I'm a teacher, so I keep reliving it lol!... Continue Reading →
STYLING CONFESSIONS: My 2-in-1 Dress Obsession
I love a good deal and I will not lie- especially when it comes to dresses. I have a personal obsession when it comes to shopping for a dress. I ask myself: Can I wear it backwards (meaning front to back and vice-versa)? I don't only buy dresses that can be worn both ways- but... Continue Reading →
FASHIONABLE FRIDAY: What to Wear to a Baptism Ceremony
In our family, a Baptism is not only a very important religious sacrament, but it’s also very traditional in every sense; proper attire counts. And because this is a fashion blog- the emphasis will be primarily on styling and lifestyle. Suffice it to say that because the whole ceremony is traditional and therefore mostly formal-... Continue Reading →
FASHION UNSTITCHED: The Dirty Truth About our Beloved Blue Jeans
Who doesn't own a pair of blue jeans? These have become trendy family faves since the day Levi Strauss (1877) made them popular. What is it that's made this staple, basic, and, these days, a luxurious, sought-after item, at any stage of one's life? Gucci at 750$... Originally created for work purposes- think overalls, not... Continue Reading →
FASHIONABLE FRIDAY: Some Weekends are Just the Best!
Looking forward to this weekend, but it's going to be pretty hard to beat the last one. It was my daughter in-law's Bridal Shower! Yes, my son is getting married! And their wedding will take place in dreamy Greece. So how exquisitely on point that the Bride's Mom planned a shower based on a Greece... Continue Reading →
FASHION UNSTITCHED: Designer Book Review- Dapper Dan
Where We Unravel the World of Fashion Three more amazing books coming your way in the next weeks. And I still can't decide which is more flamboyant than the next! Let's start with today's review. Dapper Dan - Made in Harlem- A Memoir Another fantastic Audible read. I basically binged three days on this, walking... Continue Reading →
FASHIONABLE FRIDAY: Midweek Colour Blast
Needless to say, when it comes to work and family balance- family always comes first. Especially when you're tending to sick kids and husband! But that can take a toll, so it's important to still take care of yourself and somewhere in there, to find time to savour the little things that make you happy... Continue Reading →
FASHIONABLE FRIDAY: Spring Jackets and Palettes…
I was invited to a Bridal Shower last weekend and decided on wearing black & white; a combination that never gets old. I love these two together especially for Spring. It's like breaking in with the white while slowly removing the black to welcome the brighter, warmer weather. But then...I may have gone too far... Continue Reading →