Look Book: Chain Print Dress

Jan 12, 2012

Hope everyone's week is moving along nicely! I've been coming down with a bit of a cold this week, which isn't much of a surprise as it's been a lot of work-work lately!! What was that I said about taking better care of myself this year?! Haha, all is not lost though - I'm planning on kicking my butt & health in gear, and starting a cleanse this week. Wish me luck! I'll be avoiding all animal products, refined flours & sugars, and no wine or cocktails for me. Gasp!! I'm really excited though, I always feel so amazing after a cleanse!
I wore this super cute number just a few days ago when Martin & I went out on a date. We visited our fave local sushi restaurant and I of course indulged in all my favourite "cleanse prohibited" items. Obviously, that's the only way to start a cleanse! We then headed to H&M, and later peeked at a few condo show-rooms; we are very slowly looking for a new home. There is also talk of moving into a loft - I would absolutely love that!! I'm dreaming of converting an area for my photography business, and naturally I would shoot some of my outfit photos there too. Fun!
Not sure if you saw my tweet the other day, but I tweeted about the most adorable "Collar Necklace" DIY tutorial. It's such a fun spin on the collar trend and would look so amazing with any vintage or cocktail dress - love, love!! Lastly, be sure to take a peek at the "Roses for Every Occasion Dress," as both Tieka & I are now featured on the product page of the ModCloth site. Oh boy, I'm kind of demanding today, huh guys?! ;) Wishing you a fantastic Thursday! xo veronika
Outfit Details:
Scarf - H&M (similar)
Jacket - H&M (similar & on sale)
Dress - c/o eShatki
Tights - Joe Fresh
Heda Wedge - c/o Blowfish

96 comments:

  1. You look gorgeous!!! Love this chain dress!!

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  2. Love this dress! The print is so unique!

    Lindsey Turner
    http://thriftandshout.blogspot.com

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  3. That is such a great dress - what a fab print. And I love it with the wedges. I always think I'll have the discipline for a cleanse but I can never seem to make it through...

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  4. This dress is ammmmazing!! I absolutely love the print, I am such a sucker for a unique print. I love the dress with your jacket and scarf. So pretty!
    And a loft would be amazing, happy house hunting!
    xJennaD

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  5. I just love the pattern of that dress :) It's gorgeous!

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  6. such a wonderful look hun! love the colorful dress and how you styled it!

    xxx,

    Fashion Fractions

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  7. I love the print and the colours on the dress, so cute!

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  8. Love the Chain print and colors on this dress paired with this jacket and scarf,Also loving those blowfish wedge shoes they're fab!!

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  9. I am on a health kick too! I started this past Monday and I am also trying to avoid alcohol for the next MONTH, fingers crossed for you....and me!

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  10. Love the chain print dress-so much fun that you get to essentially "create your own" piece at eShatki...you look wonderful!
    Good luck on your cleanse, I hope you feel better soon!
    xo Cara
    http://www.afashionloveaffair.com

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  11. at first sight i found the dress a bit "strange", but the longer I look at your, your outfit and the dress, the more i like it! I think in 10 min i love it.
    xxx Anita

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  12. what a unique print! i always love finding fun & different prints. beautiful as always

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  13. You always look so darn cute! I love that chain-link print in pretty colors. Unique and chic!

    XO,
    Erin
    http://erinscurrentlycoveting.blogspot.com

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  14. You look adorable as always! love this dress!

    -kim
    found the route

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  15. Cute! Really love those shoes, they look comfy! You pull those classic, vintagey style dresses off so well!

    Hayley
    The Weekend File

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  16. So adorable! The chain print is definitely unique - I know I haven't seen anything similar before. But it really stands out. Pairing it with the leather jacket and tights was a great way to add a little warmth.

    I just stumbled across your blog via Selective Potential. And very glad that I did!

    Callie @ coffeeandcardigans.com

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  17. I love this dress! The whole outfit is adorable. I've pushed back my "getting healthy" resolution. I start fresh Monday! Good luck with your cleanse. I have been thinking about doing one myself.

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  18. I love this dress on you! So pretty. That's too bad about your cold, but if you're about to plunge into a cleanse it should clear up soon! Hope you feel better lovely :)

    Alex xoxo

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  19. So what do you typically eat while you're doing a cleanse? I normally focus on fruits & veggies, but I don't like tofu and have a hard time getting protein without animal products. I'd love to hear how you do it!

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  20. I like that print. I want to move into a loft some day, but I am waiting for the housing market to pick up a little so we can sell our current home.

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  21. Scarf and shoes are great!
    Doing a cleanse is a good idea, might do one as well!

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  22. That dress looks gorgeous on you. I think the cleanse is a great way to start off the year. I think I might just do the same.

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  23. That dress is so fun! I love the chain details on it, it really just gives it a quirky touch. SO very cute!

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  24. beautiful shots! Love the pattern on that dress, so fun and unique!

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  25. That's such a unique dress! I'm loving how you styled it. It looks great on you :)

    And a cleanse sounds like a great idea for beginning 2012.

    xo, gina

    anythingimaginableblog.blogspot.com

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  26. Veronika, what an adorable date dress!! I love it!! It's been awhile since I've been on your blog- time for me to catch up!! :)

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  27. Such a cute dress; love the print. Very exciting that you're starting to think & talk about a new house! Hope you have a great Thursday :)

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  28. Super cute! You look adorable and that scarf looks super cozy! :)

    xx,alisia e
    http://alisialynn.blogspot.com/

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  29. I always adore your simple beauty!!
    kisses from prague
    http://sienastyle.blogspot.com/

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  30. What a cute way to wear color! Loves it. Also DIY collar necklace? So inspiring. I so want to try!
    www.samizdatik.blogspot.com

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  31. Ack! Love the print on this cute dress, lady. One of my 2012 goals is to start wearing more dresses. I'll be stopping by lots for inspiration!

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  32. You are so pretty. I love the dress and the shoes. Too cute!

    I hope you feel better soon and good luck with that cleanse!

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  33. what a pretty dress :)

    warmest regards,
    Miss Aa
    http://miss-aa.blogspot.com/

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  34. Cute dress! I know a couple of people on the cleansing "diet" as well. I commend you because I could never do it. Yikes. Best of luck with the new home search! Hope you enjoy the rest of your week Veronika!

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  35. happy Thursday lades! i'm swooning over this ensemble and the fun colorful backdrop too!!! sorry to hear about the pending cold and hope it doesn't hit you up too hard. you've been a real workhorse lately so maybe your body's just warning you about some needed quiet nook time. best of lucks with the cleanse though, sounds so pure!!!

    loft living is something i can totally see for you two. good plan to start searching slowly, the right thing will appear and i have no doubt it will be as fabulous as your dreams envision. congrats on the ModCloth feature, that's a wonderful report. xoox ♥

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  36. Ahh, congratulations, Veronika! <3 That is so so so exciting! You look amazing (Tieka too!) And I adore the dress you're wearing - the chain print is so subtle and beautiful!

    x
    Lost in the Haze: Fashion Blog

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  37. What a cool dress! Such a unique print, and I love all the pretty colors against the black backdrop.

    xo,
    Hannah
    www.chillairandperfume.blogspot.com

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  38. What a fun dress! And I love the infinity scarf. Good luck with your cleanse!
    xo Annie
    newenglandromance.blogspot.com

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  39. Oh I wish we had an H7M in Austin, TX! I can dream...love the dress to...so original!


    http://www.becauseshannasaidso.blogspot.com

    XO,
    shanna

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  40. Man, it seems like everyone I know is going on a cleanse this month, makes me think I should jump on the bandwagon... WHen you do a cleanse does your husband join you? I found it tricky because mine won't so it's just me, being all fussy and husband eating whatever he wants :)

    p.s. LOVE that dress on you!

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  41. That is a fabulous dress! The rest of the outfit compliments it so well. Hope you feel better soon and good luck with your cleanse!

    whosthisani.blogspot.com

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  42. Ohh the print on this dress is so fantastic! And it's so versatile, it looks great with the black tights here but I am sure it will be a success in the summer as well.

    How exciting that you guys are slowly looking for a new place. I also would LOVE to live in a loft. With a brick wall and big windows of course.

    Hope you'll be feeling better soon! xo

    Mint & Teal

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  43. Oh no!!!! Don't get sick!!!! I had powerful bronchitis for 3 weeks and it's still lingering around and I'm still coughing and feeling cruddy! It's going on FIVE weeks! I say forget your cleanse and take a shot of brandy with a cup of tea. You;ll feel better :)

    Mabel
    Mabel Time

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  44. great outfit!! (:

    lepinkbow.blogspot.com

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  45. Oh. My. Gosh.
    That dress is AWESOME!
    0_o
    I just can't put it more eloquently. Haha, you look fantastic, love how you styled it. :)
    Totally saving this to my fashion inspiration folder ;)

    http://www.trendyteal.blogspot.com

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  46. Oh a loft?!!! That is like my dream apt! I hope when you find one you fall in love with it :)

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  47. check you out veronika with your printed dress & that fab jacket with the paintings in the background. happy condo hunting! :)

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  48. I think you're the only person I know who could pull off a bold print like the neon chains on this dress, Veronika. I love that you paired the bright print with unique neutral pieces, like your leather jacket and those gorgeous wedges - I had a pair like them years ago that were my absolute favourite and seeing them in your post made me dream of having them back :) Hope you're feeling better!
    xox,
    Cee

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  49. That dress is all kinds of gorgeous - especially on you. How do you manage to pull off anything you wear?

    Hope you feel better soon!

    xx
    thistimeisacharm.blogspot.com

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  50. ur skrt is of such a unique patterns!! loving it
    Be sure to check out my posts too
    Love &Luck
    XOXO

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  51. Eeppp, this dress is so cute, unique and super fun!! :)

    A loft...how amazing would that be?!?! I can.not.wait for the day that we can move out of our little 550 sq/f appt! hahaha

    Hope you have a great Friday tomorrow and an even better weekend; no getting sick! :)

    Take care sweet lady!
    xo
    Lizzie
    placeclevertitlehere.blogspot.com

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  52. I love this dress so much!! How fun! I've never done a cleanse before, but I've always wanted to try one. I used to fast a lot and it really helped with maintaining my weight! xo

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  53. Boyfriend and I are also looking for a new place and everytime we go see a loft my heart just skips a beat. I love that way of living.
    And last week I started eating healthy again and doing some sports, it feels SO GREAT. Funny how these little things make a big change. Good luck anyway. xo

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  54. You look super duper gorgeous girl! I love this date outfit so much! Yay on house hunting! I'm sure it will go smoothly as long as you keep calm with the real-estate agents. There can be some weirdos out there, haha!
    I want to do a cleanse too but I'm not sure where to start? Actually, I have an idea. Googling! Hahah.
    xoxo
    lyndsey of hellolyndsey

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  55. Thank you so much for commenting on our blog! Yours is great! Anyways, love this outfit. Great layering and color combinations. Love us some wedges.

    - 3 drifters

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  56. aw feel better lady :) love the cozy scarf!

    <3 steffy
    Steffys Pros and Cons

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  57. lovely dress! It suits you so well and I love the combo with the jacket and scarf, gives it a little edge! I saw the necklace tutorial as well and am in love with it. Definitely need to try it out!!

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  58. you look beautiful! How is your hair always so perfect? I have had my eye on those wedges for so long, I can't wait to get them!

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  59. I really love the pattern on this dress with the colors. Good luck with the detox. I'm always working a bit on something like that to try and boost my health and really feel like I can tackle life. I've found King Chlorella is great for it. It helps nuture the body, gives you an energy boost and helps support the liver to get rid of toxins (including any nasty cold germs your body might be trying to work out). Get well soon!

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  60. I love the print. It's so bold.

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  61. Amazing dress!

    http://www.atitelavoyacontar.blogspot.com

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  62. V! My love! How are you?? Ok, first of all, sushi and shopping? Perfection in a date. And the perfect date outfit to go along with it! Omgosh, did I tell you already that I'm taking up knitting! I managed a scarf and the world didn't end, so I'm venturing onward to a cowl. I love the one you're rocking. Are you guys hoping to stay in the same area if you move? Excitement! Ok, enough of me. Happy weekending! xx Nat

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  63. Super cute! Chainlink = Fab!

    xoxo,
    Leah
    www.couturearabesque.com

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  64. your dress is adorable! love all the pretty colors!!

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  65. i think that you're one of those beauties who is timeless and effortless. people want what you have. you know? and i think that translates into your style :) its beautiful!

    - tiana of l'esthetique

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  66. Veronika, hope you feeling better!
    Your bold chain print reminded me of Versace prints. So fabulous! You have mix and pmatched all look so wonderful I think you are great at that.So great to hear from You many happy news. Good luck with house hunting!

    xoxo Ra

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  67. so pretty! the print on this dress is awesome. i'm slowly working myself up to a juice cleanse..which calls for an all out sushi fest beforehand haha!

    Krystle
    http://dearwinsome.blogspot.com/

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  68. Hi, Veronika!
    I loved your blog since the first time that I saw it, your looks are so beautiful, I love the colored pantyhose, I'm following your blog *;*

    Come visit my blog > www.blog-anapaulaxavier.com

    Kisses!

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  69. Great look! You're my new blog crush. Following

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  70. Love the snood :)


    tallkendall.blogspot.com

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  71. Hope you feel better and don't get that nasty cold... Anyways, the dress is a darling, gorgeous pattern, and I'm liking the mix of a girly dress with an edgy jacket and leather wedges! You look stunning, as always :)
    Good luck!

    skinnymoonstick.blogspot.com

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  72. Love how you wore your leather jacket. Very fun. I have always been afraid to do a cleanse. Not sure why but it scares me. Let me know how it works out for you. Maybe some day I will get over my fear and just go for it.

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  73. That dress is super cute! And yes you must indulge in cleanse prohibited foods before you cleanse! Good luck in your health and fitness goals!

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  74. I absolutely love your dress!
    And thank you so much for you comment, as well. Hope you're having a wonderful weekend.

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  75. I really love the unique print on your dress. It looks great on you. That jacket is fantastic too!

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  76. Adoable dress! Love that print, and love that it's so colorful.
    I am SO thinking about starting a cleanse round myself too. But I am weak when it comes to bread and fried food. Doh.. :(
    Are you moving? Wow! Where? Is it the same city, just chaning a place?

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  77. This dress is so gorgeous and different. I love unique pieces like this, and the jacket goes well with it.

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  78. What an interesting dress! You pull it off so well!

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  79. What fun print and colors on this dress! That's so exciting you're looking for a new place- good luck w/ it all! Hope the cleanse is going well, I'd love to hear more details about what you're doing on it, one of my resolutions was certainly to take better care of myself too & I really haven't, so you're not alone hehe. Take care & rest up : )
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  80. i love this dress! and i love how you've winterized it with the cozy tights and cowl!

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  81. Gasp! The second last close up photo. SO beautiful. I love the big scarf, the lighting, your lip color - everything! Gorg.

    Kristin xo

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  82. so cute. that print looks great with the chunky knit scarf.

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  83. I adore that dress! you look great!
    http://work-it-blog.blogspot.com/

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  84. Such a fantastic print on that dress-love it!

    Condo hunting is really tough. We spent months looking online for the right place until we found something we liked-and bought the first place we found! We did end up compromising though, and buying an older place and gutting it to be in the area we wanted rather than a brand new place.

    Just be careful with lofts if you or your husband are light sleepers! A few of my friends have lived in lofts with open bedrooms and it was tough if someone wanted to stay up late/have friends over/etc. It isn't much different than living in a studio in terms of noise.

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  85. Oh wow! The print on that dress is phenomenal. You are gorgeous darling!

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