Citizenne

I love collecting brand postcards. The best ones (IMO) tell more of the story of the designer, the people who made my clothes, and even beautifully written instructions on caring for my clothes. The next slides tell more of the story. There are 3 really awesome infographics mapping out the entire fashion system! Cynthia at @inspiroue paints a picture of an unsustainable version and a sustainable one. [You'll want to screen shot this one for sure! Go to her profile a...s mine have not fit all her notes!] Tell me which part of it was new to you, or surprised you the most? My postcards are from : @alexandriamain @kotn @tightknitsyria @maggie_jayne #fash_rev #lovedclotheslast #canadianfashion #fashionweek #canadiandesigners #fashioninnovation #sustainablestyle #fewerbetter #consciousconsumer #fashionlover #pursuepretty #thehappynow #theartofslowliving #livethelittlethings #curatedlife #darlingmovement See more

Rest In Peace #NotoriousRBG, you didn’t shrink away from using your position or voice for change, and you encouraged us all to do the same. #quoteoftheday #qotd #ruthbaderginsburg #bethechange

Was so inspired to create a #neckmess for my Friday gal pal night out! It’s so fun! Just raid your drawers and accessories boxes and layer up the stories. (This one I think needs some beads. Will have to raid mom’s stash ). Thanks @fashionqueenimp and @jennfentonjewelry for the inspo! #FriYay #shopyourcloset #fashun

I'm collecting delight lately. Like choosing the fun lace pants for my birthday. Like cherishing this photo of me with a crooked-ish smile so big my eyes disappeared (Thanks, cousin Heidi xx.) Why? Dang, these times are heavy.... In Hong Kong, we hear about a confirmed case of COVID-19 reinfection. In Wisconsin another unarmed black man shot by police. #jacobblake #sayhisname These aren't far away impacts, either. Yesterday, my husband who teaches high school went in to prepare. It was the first time colleagues had seen each other since March. Everyone was in masks. There were no social gatherings to reconnect or help process the weirdness of the upcoming year. There was also a 3-hour mandatory online workshop for unlearning anti-black racism and for black educators to share their experiences. On day one of PD, folks, not day two or three. Very, very important. But also heavy. As my friend @becabbotstyle wrote the other day, having hope and finding joy right now is a discipline, a workout for the heart and mind, just to keep those muscles strong. So I collect delight. It helps me keep going. See my Stories today. I'm going to repost some delightful style and anything else I find that might bring you xo Sarah ***** outfit deets: top @kotn lace pants @houseofmanon earrings @thisilk ring and shoes, thrifted #flashesofdelight #bethechange #thriftedstyle #lovedclotheslast #fashrev #slowfashion #theeverygirl #pursuewhatislovely #bedeeplyrooted #thepursuitofjoy #lifewelllived #pursuepretty #millennial #genz #styleover40 #styleover50 #advancedstyle #diversitymatters #influenceinclusivity @ Toronto, Canada See more

Finding yourself right there in the middle? Me too! I needed to see this confirmation this morning! Thx @artsyaffirmations Specifically for me: Taking my time: I wanted to post today and give an update on Citizenne’s anti-racist work. First, I took some time to sit with new knowledge and feelings from un/learning in workshops, reading and listening. I continued to interview BIPOC women in our IG Lives (that was just building on work we’ve done from the beginning in 2017 ). W...e’ve updated our ‘Practices of a Conscious Wardrobe’ thanks to work with educators, activists and WOC, @neem5851 and @garrisongardener, but our company statement isn’t ready. This is important. I don’t want to rush just to make a #fashionfriday post. I need a break: new job, new learning on that job, new self care exercise regime, camping (nice but still a lot of work), new time spent with a kid we’re mentoring I’m tired! I’ll be taking a break from Instagram & IG Lives for maybe 2 weeks. I’ll see how I feel. Saying no: I’ve got a new special project for Citizenne. To create it I have to preserve my creative energy. And like I said, I’m tired! To say a big YES to the new thing, I have to say NO to social media for a bit. What about you? Are you in the middle of the Venn or just in one circle right now? #youdeserveabreak #selfcare #takeyourtime #takecareofyourself #sayno #noapologies #womensupportingwomen

Imagine employment that triples as art therapy and a transition out of homelessness? That is exactly the business model of @kindkarmaco! In 2016, Laurenda Lee-Retter launched her social enterprise that trains and employs at-risk youth to make fine jewellery, while giving them an outlet to heal mental illness and past trauma. You've got to catch our IG Live tonight, Thursday, August 6th, at 8:30 pm to hear more!... >> swipe >> to see a pink opal lariat made by one of the youth artisans Even if you miss our Live, @kindkarmaco pieces make a great gift for someone you love. Go ahead and support this amazing business with the code CITIZENNE25. All profits go right back into supporting the youth via wages and programming. @ Toronto, Canada See more

I'm collecting delight lately. Like choosing the fun lace pants for my birthday. Like cherishing this photo of me with a crooked-ish smile so big my eyes disappeared (Thanks, cousin Heidi xx.) Why? Dang, these times are heavy.... In Hong Kong, we hear about a confirmed case of COVID-19 reinfection. In Wisconsin another unarmed black man shot by police. #jacobblake #sayhisname These aren't far away impacts, either. Yesterday, my husband who teaches high school went in to prepare. It was the first time colleagues had seen each other since March. Everyone was in masks. There were no social gatherings to reconnect or help process the weirdness of the upcoming year. There was also a 3-hour mandatory online workshop for unlearning anti-black racism and for black educators to share their experiences. On day one of PD, folks, not day two or three. Very, very important. But also heavy. As my friend @becabbotstyle wrote the other day, having hope and finding joy right now is a discipline, a workout for the heart and mind, just to keep those muscles strong. So I collect delight. It helps me keep going. See my Stories today. I'm going to repost some delightful style and anything else I find that might bring you xo Sarah ***** outfit deets: top @kotn lace pants @houseofmanon earrings @thisilk ring and shoes, thrifted #flashesofdelight #bethechange #thriftedstyle #lovedclotheslast #fashrev #slowfashion #theeverygirl #pursuewhatislovely #bedeeplyrooted #thepursuitofjoy #lifewelllived #pursuepretty #millennial #genz #styleover40 #styleover50 #advancedstyle #diversitymatters #influenceinclusivity @ Toronto, Canada See more

A double bill of #zerowaste love tomorrow for my local friends! Every Wednesday you can shop at the @whitbyfarmersmarket 9-3 at the Central Library, then just walk one block over to @greenandfrugal to get your botanical skin and body care or ingredients for DIYing it yourself:) (@greenandfrugal just opened up 2 weeks ago, so Google Maps doesn't know about it. 201 Dundas St. W, but shop faces Byron St. I'll be there from 1-6!) ... @sustainabledurham @downtownwhitby #zerowasteliving #sustainableliving #eatlocal #DIYbeauty #cleanbeauty @ Whitby Farmers' Market See more

3 glorious days of skipping the mirror, comb and selfie. My only skincare was SPF, then rinsing in the lake. Did I want a shower first thing when I got home? Yep. But sometimes JOMO (joy of missing out) applies to more than social media! Have you had some time this summer to just be totally wild and grunge? Do tell! ... #wildhood #getoutside #befree #beachlife #camping #ontarioparks (P.s. washing hands and mask-wearing indoors remained. I was un-groomed, but not irresponsible! ) @ Long Point Provincial Park

Truth 1: I purposely posted a pic with my smiley eyes for this #challengeaccepted because it’s the part of my face that drives me crazy. I wish I loved my age and smile lines more. #workinprogres #growingbolder Truth 2: I tapped on the hashtag to see other photos, and it kinda seemed vanilla. In this #womensupportingwomen vibe, I’d like to amplify a few amazing #womenofcolor who are friends and women I’ve interviewed recently for their expertise and inspiration. @garrison...gardener @neem5851 @supafitmama @plasticfreeto @lifeoflindura @wildroga @mintworthyco @dariadayjewelry Thanks @thelearnerobserver for the invite, and for the reminder that invites aren’t necessary. Just put your face out there! #bettertogether

Useful can = versatile, a fit that makes you wear it often, etc. Beautiful can = more than aesthetics, like ethically and fairly made, supporting a Black owned business, quality construction that you can’t see. If you respond more to YESES more than DON’TS, try to think of a conscious wardrobe this way. #slowfashion #consciousliving #fashionlover #sustainablefashion #quoteoftheday #quotes #williammorris #beauty #simplicity

Talking about budgeting on Stories today! Have you ever said to a sustainable wardrobe because of $$$ cost? #cheapandcheerful or #fewerbetterthings? P. S. money mindset and financial planner Vanessa Bowen @mintworthyco is our IG Live expert guest next week! So we’re definitely talking about #styleonabudget

This is my brain after 5 days of resting, playing, puttering and no social media >> a bit hazy, but coming back into bloom! Hope you can get some rest too! Even if you can’t leave the house or have to work, 5 days of giving yourself permission to not be here on social is really really REALLY refreshing. Glad to be back but I’m easing into it. ... #selflove #vacationvibes #brainbreak #digitaldetox #slowfashionblogger #pinkaesthetic #styleover40

#eatlocal service berries are like + blueberries having a baby. #nativeplants #jammaking #antioxidants #slowfashionblogger