Look Book: Simple Days & Wardrobe Staples!

Oct 13, 2011

Do you guys have a go-to outfit?! This is definitely mine. Cardy's, cute little dresses and tights always seem to steal my heart. I just loaded up on so many tights last weekend: brown, rust, red, polka-dots, floral... oh boy, more than I care to admit! As for the rest of my day? It’s been incredibly gorgeous out. I spent most of it outside with the pooch, followed by a visit to my fave restaurant for soup! Ah, simple days always put a smile on my face!
Did I score at my last swap or what?! Have you noticed just how many swapped goodies I've been wearing & blabbing on about?! It’s such an awesome way to feature new looks without breaking the bank! And this lovely dress is no exception; it’s my first time wearing BB Dakota and I’m smitten. It’s the perfect dress for fall walks, or for late afternoon dates with the Mr.
As for this path?! Ah, love! I can’t wait to come back once the leaves are at the peak of their fall colour. I often walk along here with my groceries -so picturesque! Lately, I’ve been craving & making the yummiest of stews. I just made this one recently: White Bean & Spinach Soup, which I found on Jen’s blog of Jen Loves Kev -so delicious!! Did you guys know that I’m a foodie and love to cook? I seriously find it so relaxing!! Enjoy the upcoming weekend, friends. xo veronika
Outfit Details:
Cardigan - Thrifted (similar, even cuter!)
Dress - swapped with "Fifth Sparrow"
& her original post here: "Sweet Darlin"
Belt - Thrifted
Tights - Joe Fresh (similar)
Ballet Slippers - Aldo (similar)

94 comments:

  1. I love the colour of these tights! I'm so nervous about experimenting with coloured tights though and just tend to stick with black :( this really inspires me to go on a tights shopping spree haha! :)

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  2. gorgeous look! i love all these fall colors on you :)

    xxx,

    Fashion Fractions

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  3. Such a pretty background and outfit! This is definitely my type of go-to outfit. It's so easy and still really cute and put together. Mmm you're making me want to make stew for dinner! Sounds yummy.

    Enjoy your weekend as well! :)

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  4. girl and closet rules, it's the honest to gosh truth! i'm anticipating a world tour one day with a fanfare that would surely greet you by clothing themselves in coveted veronika styles like wonderful vintage (inspired or otherwise) floral dresses, JC shoes, bangin' tights and long, glossy hair with rocking bangs!!!

    yes to the go-to outfit thing, i've actually compiled a "little black book" with a few so i never suffer the whatever-do-i-wear-today blues ; ) i adore yours today, Louise's dress is a piece of art really and that path is the perfect framing to show it off. going tight shopping is on for me this weekend, been dying to get my hands on some new colors and patterns!!

    cooking class session with you soon? a blog post perhaps???? that'd be awesome lades! happy Thursday! xoox ♥

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  5. You are soooo cute and this dress suits you perfectly!!! I love tights and i can't wait for colder days here so i can finally wear them .
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  6. A-DOR-ABLE♥ I love the colors and pattern of this dress..it looks fab on you, and is the perfect fall look!

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  7. This outfit goes perfectly with the scenery! I love how your tights compliment your outfit :)

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  8. you're so cute!!
    xoxo

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  9. Mmm soup is my favorite fall meal, supper, lunch, anytime soo good! I love this outfit, the dress has such a wonderful pattern and amazing colours! My go to outfit is definitely a cute dress with a cardigan too. Theres so many ways to make that look unique :)
    xJennaD

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  10. Super pretty outfit, I am in love with your hair!
    You're pictures are always so beautiful, I'm jealous! Love your posts, too cute :)
    Ellie x

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  11. Gorgeous outfit :) I love the dress!

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  12. Love your dress, it's super cute! And I also like very much the colour of your tights!

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  13. such beautiful colors in this outfit - from the tights to the dress! you are gorgeous!

    p.s. you seem to have all the luck with clothing swaps! jealous!

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  14. Hmm. I think I need to invest in some colored tights!

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  15. I just mentioned in my post today that it is time to buy tights. Do you have a favorite brand? I am a bit tough on my tights, so I'm always looking for recommendations! :)

    I definitely have a go-to look, but it usually takes a much boyish approach than yours - a button down and boyfriend jeans! I love all the colors in this look - soft but still feel autumnal!

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  16. Those are some great colored tights! And they look so cute with that floral dress. I'm with Santina, it's tight-buying season...

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  17. that dress looks absolutely gorgeous on you Veronika, and I just love it with those burgendy colored tights!!
    I definitely have a go-to outfit, although mine is certainly not as cute as yours, I am a jeans and tee kinda girl :)
    Can't wait to see you at the upcoming swap, have a wonderful (sunny!) Thursday!
    xo Cara
    http://www.afashionloveaffair.com

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  18. So cute! You do look so comfortable but so, so cute still!

    Hayley
    http://theweekendfile.blogspot.com

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  19. Great dress, you look beautiful! and these photos are amazing too!

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  20. Cooking is totally relaxing! And so is this gorgeous path. I wore BB Dakota yesterday too! So comfy! This dress is so bright and fun! You look darling! Have a great Thursday Veronika!

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  21. You look lovely as always! Such a pretty dress!

    XoXo
    Plami

    http://www.fashionthrill.com/

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  22. I am loving how colorful this cute little dress is, V! I think you could easily take this dress into spring and summer with just a swap out of shoes and removing the tights!

    Gorgeous.

    xx{ish.},
    Mae Lu @ thereafterish.!

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  23. I totally need to go on a tights shop, all of mine seem to have fallen apart over summer :( I love swapping clothes with friends, it makes my wardrobe so much more interesting, and I always get to try stuff I wouldn't usually wear xo

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  24. love the dress and love the tights's color!!
    great look dear:)
    new post on mine..have a look kiss

    Patchwork à Porter

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  25. LOVE all the colors in that dress! Looks great on you :)

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  26. i like the colors & patterns of the dress with the wine tights & feminine details of the black girly shoes! are you a vegetarian or is that just the recipe? it seems like perfect meal for an autumn day.
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  27. love the color pallete of the dress. I am in love with fall and beautiful colors everywhere!

    I find cooking immensely relaxing! :)

    xo Nav
    http://navlandstyle.blogspot.com

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  28. Haha I do the same thing! A cardigan, a cute little dress, and some funky tights is always a great choice.

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  29. I agree, this is totally the perfect fall outfit ... I love that dress, and what a great color of tights to pair with it!
    jess
    www.jesscauseblog.blogspot.com

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  30. That dress is GORGEOUS! That swap was a super win :) x

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  31. I've definitely noticed this is your go-to "look", Veronika, but it suits your style so well. Mine's the total opposite... I almost never wear dresses!

    xo, alison*elle

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  32. I love the colour of the tights and the dress is beautiful!

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  33. the dress is such a score!! awesome print!!! and i am just in love with the color of these tights!! i want!!!

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  34. You always have such great tights... Love this fall look, it's so feminine and chic! xx

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  35. Very cute! I love the color of those tights. I am in great need of my yearly tights shopping spree. I'm in the market for some mustard yellow ones!

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  36. oh, i was just thinking i needed some more tights! love them. this dress is so cute. this is a perfect go-to outfit. the path is so picturesque and beautiful! and, oh my gosh, i will be making that soup very soon. YUM!

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  37. Beautiful dress.

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    www.thegirlieblog.com

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  38. Such a beautiful dress! I love the tights. I get scared when it comes to using colored tights. Wish i could find a way to make them work.

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  39. I love this! I am a dress and leggings girl myself :)

    Adrienne
    http://lolarocksclothing.blogspot.com/

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  40. Your go-to look is just so darling! Mine is dark denim, a button down and classic navy blazer-utilitarian at best!

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  41. such a darling lil outfit. :) something like this would definitely be my go-to as well. gahhh you're so pretty, woman!

    also, i need to load up on tights too. i'm thinking some similar colors as your choices are on the list for me!
    xx

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  42. I absolutely love your go to look! I really wish I had one that didn't involve jeans haha. You look stunning and that path will be stunning once the leaves are at peak!
    xx
    lyndsey of hellolyndsey

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  43. C U T E !!

    That swap was a gold mine I tell you! Either that or there is no garment that you can't conquer with style and sweetness!

    I have to stock up on tights too, they offer so much versatility for Winter.

    The best week-end to you and your little family dear!

    Virginie ♥

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  44. my go to outfit right now is skinny jeans, stripey tops and my red saltwaters. not exciting, but comfy. loving your go to!

    p.s. thanks for the sweet comment on my blog :)

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  45. Very pretty! I love the dress with the tights :)

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  46. You look so pretty in this cute dress with matching burgundy tights and cardi which complete looks perfectly.Photoshot setting looks so dreamy.
    I love to cook & bake as well and find new recipes. I absolutely agree with You, it's relaxing and yet exciting. Will check that recipe ;)

    xoxo Ra

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  47. You have the absolute best colored tights!

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  48. what gorgeous items you scored - you are right!!! i think next time i have a clothes swap i'll selfishly invite all of the Vancouver fashion bloggers - you guys have the best stuff!!

    www.simplystylishmom.com

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  49. You look so effortless in these photos! I love the fall-ish colors of that great BB Dakota dress paired with the cozy cardigan and wine colored tights. I also own more tights than I care to imagine, and still need to get a pair of polka dot ones. Beautiful blog you have here :D

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  50. You look so effortless in these photos! I love the fall-ish colors of that great BB Dakota dress paired with the cozy cardigan and wine colored tights. I also own more tights than I care to imagine, and still need to get a pair of polka dot ones. Beautiful blog you have here :D

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  51. Isn't Louise's dress an absolute gem? I borrowed it at the last swap just before the end of the summer and it was the perfect choice for a sunny day, but I think it's equally lovely in this fall ensemble. I love that you found a pair of tights that nearly coordinate with it but still seem easy and effortless, not matchy. Your go-to fall outfit is definitely a winner, you can really never go wrong with cute dresses and cardis... One of my fashion goals is to one day own a cardigan in every colour of the rainbow :) Hope you're having a lovely Thursday!
    xox,
    Cee

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  52. I knew this was Louise's dress as soon as I saw this post! So cute! And I lovelovelove the color of those tights! They are exactly what I was hoping to find to wear with an outfit tomorrow night... off to Joe Fresh I go! Hope they still have them! Hope you have a lovely weekend, girlie!

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  53. So pretty! This is def my go to outfit..floral dress,cardi/blazer, and tights! I'm working on my tights collection now..only missing a few shades haha

    Krystle
    http://dearwinsome.blogspot.com/

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  54. The colors in the dress are absolutely perfect! Lovely.

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  55. Hi Veronika, this outfit is anything but simple. It's gorgeous, and happy, just like you :) I hope that you have a great weekend!

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  56. Oh, man. Can't wait to pull out some tights! Lovin this look.

    Ask the Duplex

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  57. Love this dress on you! You are so lucky. The leaves have already changed colour and mostly fallen off the trees here. :( Fall lasts like 2 weeks in Calgary.

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  58. love this dress! its so cute!


    x0
    annette
    www.theversastyle.com

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  59. Tights, cardigan and cute dress is totally my go-to-outfit as well. It's so comfy and stylish! <3

    Your days sound lovely. Sometimes I am slightly jealous. I can't wait to get married and have my own place!

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  60. I love this outfit. You look great!

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  61. so cute! my go-to outfit is usually a maxi dress with a cropped sweater layered over it. these are the most blog worthy outfits, but they sure are comfy and cute enough to run errands in. :)

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  62. I like how I could tell you were excited when the double exclamation mark came out!! (: Anyway, adorable dress--it looks killer on you. I wish I had an opportunity to swap because it sounds perfect. I am also reminded that I need to load up on tights because I have murdered the majority of mine.

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  63. I love the way the colors complement each other in this look! I definitely have a go-to outfit, and it seems to be quite similar to yours- dress, cardigan and flats, almost every day! You've definitely made me want to accumulate some more tights :)

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  64. Aw man, this post made me hungry! Haha, I would love some homemade soup right now. Too bad I just have Campbell's. ;)

    I love this mix of colors on you. The pops of purple are darling!

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  65. I love cooking as well and swapping clothes! we have so many things in common...:)
    I love your dress and tights. you look wonderful.
    x

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  66. Hello,
    thanks for your lovely comment! Actually it didn't rain yesterday and either today... O_o I'm confused now, but after a rainy summer I'm also happy about it!^^
    Oh, your photos are awesome! And I love your dress!!
    xoxo Clara-J
    heiter--wolkig.blogspot.com

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  67. Ah, I love this outfit, Veronika!
    Totally know what you mean with the 'go to' outfit! We all have days where we don't feel 100 percent or feel a little down or just plain uninspired! On days like those its so important to have a go to outfit and I love yours! It must cheer you up right away!

    Love to hear you've been loading up on tights (can't wait to see the rusty ones!) and having delicious soup, it must be autumn!

    Girl about Town XxX

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  68. you always look like the sweetest thing! i love the color of your tights, theyre perfect for fall!

    <3 steffy
    http://steffysprosandcons.blogspot.com

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  69. Your dress is so cute, and the tights match it perfectly without being too "matchy matchy!" =).
    Nicki
    http://singlittlebird.blogspot.com

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  70. Cute dress and cool tights!

    http://initialed.blogspot.com

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  71. I love your hair! I want bangs so badly I just get so nervous to finally just go for it!

    xoxox
    Alexandra
    www.fashion-feast.com

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  72. I adore the plum tights and this dress, its like they were made for eachother! You look fab!

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  73. I love all the colors in this outfit, especially the tights. It all goes together so well.

    Bonnie
    http://ItsStrangelyMe.com

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  74. That path looks lovely! Also I adore your dress and those tights are just beautiful!

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  75. This look is gorgeous--I love that dress with the purple tights, it makes it so perfect for fall. I'm jealous of all the new tights you scored!! I'm hoping to stock up soon too!

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  76. I ADORE your style. Beautiful photos, and what a lovely little find of a location <3

    Definitely following!


    xoxo Coco
    Muffin Top Baby

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  77. Love the dress, so cute! I've always wanted to do a swap, it seems like so much fun, and such a wonderful way to find new wonderful goodies without spending all your money, hehe!

    Also thanks so much for stopping by my blog and leaving such a wonderful comment. I absolutely wish fall lasted longer with all the wonderful colors, I just can't get enough!

    Amanda
    Little Lady Little City

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  78. Love the tights! It's such a nice color!

    etiquetteforstyle.blogspot.com

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  79. You're just the cutest, that's all!

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  80. i love the material on this dress. and i am very, very happy that it's tights season.

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  81. Your blog is adorable! Following! :)

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  82. You look gorgeous. I love this outfit. Tights in any color definitely add a little punch to an outfit.

    I don't know if this is my first time on your blog or not... I think it may be. However, I've heard of your blog many times. I just stumbled over here from a comment you left on Sidewalk Ready. I have to say; your layout is GORGEOUS. I love how simple and cute it is, insanely eyecatching, and easy to navigate around. I hate blogs that are cluttered! Yours is adorable... I'm definitely a new follower!

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  83. the print on the dress is so pretty! you set it off perfectly with the coloured tights.

    xo danni

    http://www.hellodenj.blogspot.com/

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  84. This is ridiculously adorable! Thank you so much for the kindness you've given me! Your outfits are so chic! Thank you!

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  85. 1. I looooooove your tights and may need to stock my wardrobe with every color.
    2. I am in love with your cheekbones, their sooooo pretty.
    3. Your shoes are super vute too!

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  86. If had those pieces that would def be my go to outfit
    you look so good, super chic
    lovely blog :)

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  87. This is one of my go to outfit favorites. This morning, I was tearing through my wardrobe all because I couldn't find any tights or leggings to go with what I wanted to wear. Obviously, I need to buy more! ;)
    Lovely outfit and I can't wait to check out that soup recipe.

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  88. pretty print!

    xo Ashleigh

    www.thedaileigh.blogspot.com

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  89. I love your go to outfit! So pretty and feminine! And that is a fabulous BB Dakota dress, you look gorgeous in it!

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  90. Your dress is beautiful! I have trouble styling my long cardigans. This should help inspire me! Thanks!
    http://work-it-blog.blogspot.com/

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