The Plan: Fjällräven Crinan Jacket

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In search of a parka that suits both the maple bush and ski slope. Fjällräven's Crinan Jacket fits the bill.

The Plan: Red Canoe - Ontario Tartan Merino Scarf

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I've been researching Canadian-made apparel, and stumbled upon this 100% Merino Wool scarf from Red Canoe in the Province of Ontario official tartan.

From the Red Canoe website:

"National Heritage Brands 100% Merino Wool Tartan Scarves are proudly woven and manufactured in Canada. Each province in Canada has its own unique tartan that is a classic statement of our proud heritage.

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Ontario got its name from the Iroquois word, "Kanadario" meaning, "sparkling water." One sixth of the province is covered by pure, freshwater lakes and rivers – 177 390 km2! This is the most populated province in Canada with over 10 million people. Ontario’s capital Toronto is the largest city in Canada and a major industrial center. The Nation’s Capital Ottawa is also in Ontario. The further North one travels, the cleaner the lakes, more abundant the wildlife and fewer the people. Just watch out for moose on the road!"

Other provinces are available too, I am especially fond of Newfoundland (sans Labrador):

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The Plan: Reversible Bow Tie

It's a long term goal of mine to casually work ties into my every-day office wear. Skinny ties: I want it to be a smooth but enevitable transition.

Lately I've been thinking the right approach is to start with a bow tie. Why? Because I'm writing my own rules, and because I feel like the monopoly guys have on long ties isn't as applicable to bow ties.

It's an experiement. Bear with.

I think that this reversible bow tie from Pierrepont Hicks is a good start.

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"Handcrafted from a wool silk blend, with 100% blue silk twill, this reversible bow tie is self-tying and adjustable in length. 1 3/4" at widest point."

Now, how I'm going to pull it off, that's another question.

The Plan: Parker Flannel Button Up

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100% cotton flannel button up shirt from Bridge & Burn.

I'm having a hard time finding quality flannel shirts for women.

The same style is available in wool...

 

The Plan: OH CANADA! Wild Rice

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I spotted a cotton sack of OH CANADA wild rice on the shelf of my local Metro. I was looking for quinoa, so passed it by, but I regret it now.

I've read about wild rice as an imporant First Nations food resource, and about wild rice related artefacts from an archaeological perspective, but never considered tracking the grain down to try!

I will report back.

The Plan: Filson Wool Vest

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Grey Women's Mackinaw Wool Vest.

I've been coveting this vest since I discovered Hands on with X - A major source of inspiration!

 

The Plan: Baldwin Denim - The Ten

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Baldwin Denim: Raw, Selvage, lady-jeans.

Haven't decided if I'd prefer The Ten or The EJ.

The Plan: Saint James Pont

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I love the buttons and the Cape Breton style of this Saint James sweater - available from Lark.

It will be mine! (When I can afford it, possibly for my birthday.)

The Plan: Copper Leather Oxfords

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Frye Erin Oxfords from Lori's (The Soul of Chicago)

 

The Plan: Archival Clothing - Archival Clothing Flap Musette

The Plan: Bridge & Burn - Castle: Navy

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Autumn is fast approaching.

via bridgeandburn.com