Jeanne pulls out this sassy, striped dress every summer. She’s been doing so for well over 30 years and it still looks remarkable! She remembers buying it when Nancy Sinatra’s These Boots Were Made for Walkin was a big hit and a low waist on clothing was all the rage. What a lovely summer outfit.
bags, headwear, patterns textiles and color, skirts and dresses, vintage fashion
When talking about my Nana one of the first things I say is that we are basically the same person, with a difference of 50 years. Spending time with her reminds me of my own creativity, intelligence, humour and beauty – because to be related to such a graceful woman must mean that I too possess at least a sliver of that grace. I am grateful everyday to have her in my life. I love you Nana.
By Angie Walstedt
Montreal, QC
My grandmother is a no nonsense kind of woman with a schedule for everything, but this picture captures an unguarded moment of far away eyes and a touch of a whimsical smile. I have to wonder if it is from her that my mother and I get our imagination and tendency to dream? I wish that I was closer with my Gramma June growing up both in distance and in relationship, but in this process of emulation I did feel a connection to her, and not only in our shared taste in fashion! (Don’t you love the jacket?) As I set my hair and coloured my lips I imagined my beautiful Gramma June as the sweet young woman in this picture having the same kindness, strong will and sharp mind as she has today!
By Terra MacFronton
Richmond, BC
It was February 2011. My grandma and I were in a store in Jacksonville, Oregon. I found some glasses made out of strainers and asked her if I could take her picture, she didn’t hesitate…
By Jarod Timmerman
Honolulu, Hi
contemporary fashion, fur leather and feather, headwear, jewelry and accessories
This photo was taken on my grandmother’s wedding day in December of 1940. She was working as a housekeeper at the time and my mother tells me that she scraped and saved up for her petite blue crepe dress, simple heels and cute little hat. She was married in the Catholic Church in Chatham Ontario but had an agreement with her husband that she would never raise her children this way. Grandma Rossie was a devoted mom of five children, was an incredibly hard worker and was a woman of great faith. I still remember going to the Bothwell Baptist Church with her on Sunday mornings and giggling in the pew. A wonderful woman with great fashion sense.
By Marlo Muscutt
Vancouver, BC
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Vancouver, BC
jewelry and accessories, skirts and dresses, vintage fashion
My Grandma and I were in Jacksonville, Oregon – a historic city since the late 1800s – we found a bench in the sun in front of an old bank. She’s always got one of her pairs of glasses on and always has a different pair of earrings on… easy on the lens.
By Jarod Timmerman
Honolulu, Hi
Some things, like leopard print scarves, will be in style for a long time and I don’t mind! Whether you are Joan Jett or her grandmother, a little leopard print is going to look great (especially with some large fashion sunglasses!).
fads, jewelry and accessories, patterns textiles and color, vintage fashion
I just fell in love with this woman’s look – I sort of picture myself looking like this at her age….one can only hope! Her choice of crimson for lipstick and nails as well as her stunningly beautiful jewelry (of which I wish I had better close ups) made her stand out from the crowds on Davie Street. One word – striking!
I hurried after this woman as she left the Bay, keeping her red shoelaces and hip sneakers in my sightline. Although you can’t quite see the detail here, her Keds are playfully decorated with cartoon drawings. She told me that she walks a lot and so practical shoes are a must. I agree!
On a recent trip to Florida, I met Nancy while out on a little shopping trip to Target. I loved her bold mix of colors and matching accessories (from her earrings all the way down to her sandals), but most of all I love her fabulous “do”!
