Keeping Abreast

Raquel’s Story: Creating a Capsule Wardrobe

Raquel wanted a more minimal lifestyle and to be mindful about what she purchased. She wanted ethically-made products, not fast fashion. This is Raquel’s story of creating a capsule wardrobe.

Meet the Woman Behind the Patricia Cardigan

The Patricia cardigan is named in Pat’s honour as she’s the one who inspired me to branch out into curvy sizes. Now meet the woman behind the cardigan.

Fun, Friends + Fashion Garden Party

Last year was a fashion show. But, it’s 2020 so that means the Fun, Friends + Fashion is a garden party this year.

How do you transition your wardrobe into fall?

The mornings and evenings are cooler but the days are still warm and sunny. We’re in that in-between phase. So, how do you transition your wardrobe into fall?

What sunflowers can teach us about the rhythm of life

What do you think of when you see a sunflower…sunshine, summer, happiness? Ellen Nadarajah eloquently writes about the symbolism she sees in sunflowers facing eastward.

The School of Rock is winding down

107 days straight of School of Rock photos. It was a thing during quarantine and now it’s winding down. What a run though!

What do I wear to work now that I work from home?

Tracy went from a downtown office to a home office, and now she wants to toss out her tailored suits and high heels.

Claire’s Story: Choosing Quality Over Quantity

Covid-19 has reinforced Claire’s philosophies as a consumer. One of her long-standing approaches to what she buys, whether clothing, household items or even food, is to choose quality over quantity.

Welcome to the COKANNA Virtual Coffee Shop

It all began 4 months ago when the Coronavirus rained down on us. I opened up a virtual coffee shop online. I thought it would be a temporary solution.