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What I did on my winter vacation

Posted by Rose on 20th Apr 2022

And why I was glad I packed a capsule wardrobe for this steamy sojourn at the equator. I spent January of 2019 in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, and it proved a perfect chance to put some of the tips t … read more

Heading East: This Travel Tale faces the rising sun

Posted by Rose on 20th Apr 2022

A key to smart travel is a capsule wardrobe focused around comfort and versatility. Jane’s Paprika Tuxedo Top accessorized with some well-chosen scarves served her well on a recent … read more

I’m reconsidering “conscious consumerism” this Earth Day

Posted by Rose on 20th Apr 2022

It's fine to make healthy buying decisions, but we need to muscle up and do more to save the world. The celebration of Earth Day each year seems to come with a growing sense of urgency. As I sur … read more

So happy together: searching the color spectrum for shades that enhance each other

Posted by Rose on 15th Apr 2022

Here’s why finding coordinating shades is tricky and why hemp clothing takes color so well The simple elegance of a Black Princess Top with Grey Fog Stovepipe Pants is at home … read more

Spring is the time to dress for any weather

Posted by Rose on 13th Apr 2022

Serendipitous spring weather…plus 99 ways we can all help halt climate disruption On our daily walk up Woodrat Mountain at this time of year I dress for anything. The few hundred feet we ascend … read more

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I blog about sustainable fashion, earth-friendly fibers like hemp and Tencel, capsule wardrobes, travel wear, and related subjects.