Look Book: Florals, Knits & Polka Dots!!

Jan 26, 2012

Wow, we took these photos lightning fast! Don't be fooled by my calmness, it was absolutely freezing out, but rest assured I had a nice coat to bundle in to once our shoot was over. This week, hubs & I have been busy little bees. Martin is working on getting his masters of education in fine arts (yay, so happy for him!) and I've been keeping my hands full with way too many projects. But no whining here, it's completely self-inflicted! ;)
I wore this just a few days ago when Martin & I had a little lunch date. I felt like it was such a different look for me, which is exactly what I needed. Sometimes it's so nice to break out of the norm and try something different, isn't it?! On this particular day, I stood in front of my closet with the same outfit variation playing in my head: bowler hat & dress ...so I decided to challenge myself and think up something different. Voila!
I'm excited to be putting a new feature together for the blog. I absolutely love, love to cook - so I thought I would periodically share some of my favourite vegetarian dishes with you guys. Any cooking fans out there? For me, it's such a great way to decompress after a long day. I can usually be found hanging out in my kitchen with a glass of wine, chopping & sauteing, and playing my fave music. I'm a happy homebody, that's for sure! xo
Outfit Details:
Scarf - Barefoot Contessa (similar)
Cardigan - Forever 21
Skirt - H&M (similar)
Tights - Joe Fresh (similar)
Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell (similar)

126 comments:

  1. I think it's adorable! I'm in love with all things polka dots so this one is instantly a favorite! :) Those shoes are amazing.

    xoxo, Jjana
    www.sayhelloandsmile.blogspot.com

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  2. i'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, so i can't wait!

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  3. This is such a cute lunch date look - and I can't wait to see the recipes you post. Also, love those wedges!

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  4. i love your hair so much!

    Georgia
    http://swonderfulgd.blogspot.com/

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  5. oh you look so sweet Veronika :) I simply adore that cosy looking cardigan :) I am looking forward to see your ne feature cause I am completely unfamiliar with the vegan way of life :) x

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  6. I LOVE that sweater! This outfit is adorable. And I love your hair up.

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  7. cute look! i'm excited to see your vegetarian recipes!

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  8. It's always fun to try something a little different. I absolutely love the floral scarf, chunky knit and those tights. Those shoes are really awesome too. You look lovely as always
    xJennaD

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  9. such a great outfit you came up with! i love the tights and can't wait to see some of your recipes :)

    xxx,

    Fashion Fractions

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  10. Cute! I love the tights :).

    xoxox Shay
    http://myconfidenceandme.blogspot.com

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  11. I just love this new twist on your style girl! You look so absolutely gorgeous! I've been telling myself to mix things up here lately too and I'm so glad that I have been! I've bought so many colorful things recently that I can't hardly wait to remix. :)!

    I'd love to see what you cook up here on the blog! I'm a mean sugar-free baker! I'm not good at taking "photos-as-you-go" so I don't feature cooking posts too much.. haha!

    Have a wonderful weekend darling!
    xoxo
    lyndsey of hellolyndsey

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  12. You look great, this is still very you--with a twist! I love your hair up and those tights are so damn cute!

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  13. tights and booties are perfection. Love this!

    xoxo Jessica
    www.mystylevita.com

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  14. you look so great! I'm also very busy at the moment, but I love it. I hate having nothing to do, sometimes I enjoy it, but in general i'm more effective with more on my list.
    and you look perfect - no sign of soon freezing can be detected! Chapeau!
    xxx Anita

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  15. Love..Love..Love this look..it is right up my alley♥ The chunky knit sweater and fitted skirt with those adorable polka dot tights!and i love your hair up in a top knot...can't wait to check out your recipes!!!

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  16. I'm just in love with your adorbale tights! I need them.

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

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  17. I'm the same way! I always cook and bake for fun.....and often to procrastinate. I'm very interested in vegetarian ideas! we eat meat very rarely, and are trying to keep it to fish only, and more variation and inspiration is totally welcome!

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  18. Cute! Love it! I almost got that exact looking skirt yesterday at F21!!

    Hayley
    The Weekend file_ Life & Style

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  19. Adorable ! I love this outfit :)

    http://japobsganbare.blogspot.com/

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  20. Love your outfit! You look so girlie and romantic!
    I would love to see your veggie dishes and recipes.
    I'm a huge food lover and I love to cook for my family :)

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

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  21. I just love that skirt, it is so pretty, and your hair looks beautiful in that topknot!!
    xo Cara
    http://www.afashionloveaffair.com

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  22. YAY for vegetarian cooking!!!! My husband and I started the new year committing to cook 5 days a week, I'm a vegetarian, so our dinners are always meat free! I'm always looking for new yummy recipes so I'm super stoked about this feature!!!

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  23. Polka dot tights make the world go round. Love them. And I am excited you are adding a little cooking feature! Yummy vegetarian dishes are always a treat to find!

    ♥Abbey
    Along Abbey Road
    Sprightly So

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  24. You look so pretty, I love the colour tones and your cardi looks warm! Good news with the vegy cooking! I am a vegan so I eat nothing but vegys haha! I looooove to cook and my fella is a cooking god! We are going to start posting recipes too! I cant wait to see yours! :) Have a lovely weekend when it comes! Zoë x

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  25. you look absolutely lovely!! i never would have guessed these were taken super fast ;)

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  26. Amazing outfit! I don't know what my favorite part of it is--I absolutely love everything! And your hair looks great too :) It's always nice trying something different.

    I'm excited about your new feature! Can't wait :)

    xo, gina

    anythingimaginableblog.blogspot.com

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  27. love those tights!! anything polka dot and I am in!!
    jess
    www.jesscauseblog.blogspot.com

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  28. love this look so girly & classic:)
    http://fancycuteness.blogspot.com

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  29. Love the way you've included polka dots and florals into this outfit! And you thick cardigan looks oh so warm and comfy! Looking gorgeous as usual :)

    x Aliya
    www.papermoonsandmacarons.blogspot.com

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  30. uh-dorable pairing of polka dots and florals! and your bun is killing me - love it! and of course, those shoes. every time you wear them, i struggle with shoe lust. bad.

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  31. Adorable tights.

    xo

    fashion-gg.blogspot.com

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  32. You look darling, and you don't look freezing at all. Congratulations to your hubby for working on his masters. That's really amazing.

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  33. You look so stinkin' adorable in this! Love the varying hues, textures and patterns. I look forward to your recipe feature fellow foodie. I have a few vegetarian recipes on my blog if ever you're looking for inspiration!

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  34. Lovely pictures! I love the flirty look in picture 3. Bet you are knocking the boys over in your neck of the woods :o) I've been wanting to try some polka dot tights. You've inspired me!

    http://mymauveshoes.blogspot.com/

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  35. love the polka dot tights! i know what you mean, sometimes i just wanna dress totally different!

    <3 steffy
    Steffys Pros and Cons

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  36. in my country is still freezing cold! Your outfit looks so girly, cozy and cute <3

    XoXo
    Plami

    http://www.fashionthrill.com/

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  37. love the grey and florals! i'm always cooking, nothing is better than wine and music. trying to add a few more vegetarian meals every week, can't wait to see what you make!

    Krystle
    http://dearwinsome.blogspot.com/

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  38. what a beautiful outfit! As a fellow vegetarian I would LOVE to see some recipes and cooking fun on your blog!

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  39. I always like seeing new recipes.

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  40. Sometimes it's the outfits that you make an a whim, that make and look the best! This is definitely a very cool and fun outfit! Mixing prints is always a fun thing to do!

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  41. Maybe it's something different but I really like this style on you, very beautiful photos you stunning lady. xo

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  42. you always know how to mix prints!!love your skirt
    kisses from prague
    have a beautiful day!
    http://sienastyle.blogspot.com/

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  43. Love this outfit! Especially the shoes, they are so great. :)

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  44. You look super cute with that top knot, Veronika! Sometimes it's refreshing to mix things up a bit and where a different outfit than usual. I should really do that more often!

    xo, alison*elle

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  45. This has to be one of my favourite outfits of yours. The skirt and tights are just so cute. It all just works1

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  46. I'm glad you decided to challenge yourself. You did a great job! I'm really loving the texture of that skirt!

    work-it-blog.blogspot.com

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  47. I love this outfit! it's such a happy wintery look.

    I'm so excited you'll be sharing vegetarian recipes! ! I'm not a vegetarian, but I don't eat a lot of meat and prefer to cook without it. always looking for something new to try!

    bedroomocean.blogspot.com

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  48. Gosh you're gorgeous!

    I like cooking too and would love to hear some of your recipes! It's so easy getting stuck making the same old things again and again so I love it when someone gives me some fresh inspiration!

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  49. I've been thinking the same thing about myself..same outfit but just variations..i need to mixit up. your outfit looks amazing and that top knot looks so pretty on you. totally looking forward to recipes, I also find cooking such a stress busted at the end of the day (plus the wine always helps hee hee )

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  50. I adore this look! And I'm looking forward to seeing your recipes. I post some on my blog too, maybe we can swap recipes :)

    http://style-rhapsody.blogspot.com

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  51. I'm excited for your new feature!! And you're vegetarian so that's even better!! :)

    And I love the new type of outfit you're wearing. It's super cute.

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  52. Looks great! Love the pop of the scarf with the grey tones xx

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  53. I always feel so inspired after seeing your outfit posts :)
    You have such lovely style!
    That floral scarf is perfect, adore the dotted tights, and that drapey cardigan is too cute! <3

    I think the cooking posts will be a great idea. I wish I was more of a homebody myself, but hey, I'm only 17, plenty of time to get there! Haha, I'll probably end up bookmarking your recipes so I can look them up later. :)

    http://www.trendyteal.blogspot.com

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  54. you are so adorable!

    http://shineandsee.blogspot.com/

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  55. especially loved the close up portrait shot!
    http://shineandsee.blogspot.com/

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  56. Aww you look so pretty! I love how you have your hair.

    I would love reading some vegetarian recipes. I was vegetarian for 2 years and then one day I had to watch a Pittsburgh Steelers game at the only place in town that had NFL Sunday Ticket (ok I'm a huge Steelers fan, lol) and I was starving and all they had was meat and I did not want just a salad, so I had a burger and it was so good :( I still don't eat meat very often, but I do occasionally and it's never at home. Alright, enough rambling!

    Mabel
    Mabel Time

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  57. i think your fashion risk was well done! hello audrey. i'm a vegetarian, & i like the dishes my husband cooks. does that count, veronika?

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  58. Haha, I've definitely been there! It's been so chilly here lately that I kind of just run out of the house, snap a few pictures and hope they're good!
    This is an adorable outfit. I love the tights! :)

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  59. I love your hair like that Veronika! And I can't wait for some new vegetarian recipes... I'm a fairly new vegetarian and still in that "what should i cook without meat that my husband will like phase"!

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  60. Can I just stare at this outfit and drool over it?? It's absolutely charming!! Been quite envious of your polka dot tights :) Can't wait to see your recipes and photographed dishes!

    Cheers

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  61. As always, I am very smitten with your outfit, but what really caught my eye in these photos was your hair style! I'm so used to your trademark long, smooth and gorgeous tresses, the updo was a huge surprise - and it looks gorgeous!

    I can't wait to see what kitchen treats you'll be featuring... As you my have guessed baked on Ian's baking, I am not the cook in the house, but I am an expert at picking recipes and subtly suggesting that Ian make them ;) I'm sure you'll have some gems that will make me want to do exactly that.
    xox,
    Cee

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  62. I wish I had more time to cook, but I do love eating... and I'm a fellow veggie! Yay!!!

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  63. This look is so adorable, love your hair like that....so pretty lady :)

    Also, yay for cooking...and a bigger yay for veg. dishes! I so enjoy cooking as well and it's fun to share recipes on here every once in awhile! Can't wait to see what you got cookin'!

    xo
    Lizzie
    placeclevertitlehere.blogspot.com

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  64. 1. love the polka dot tights.
    2. love your top knot.
    3. that sweater looks really comfy!

    Best,
    Casey
    Girl in the Poodle Shoes

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  65. Those JC shoes are Cute! I love the outfit looks cozy but still cute! Love the tights as well!

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  66. omg you and your hubby seem like the two cutest people.
    so darling and i love this look and thats fun that you tried something different!!!

    xoxo katlin
    kaitgirl

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  67. Ohh, those tights are the perfect touch! <3 I am so besotted with dots!

    x
    Lost in the Haze: Fashion Blog

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  68. I love your mix of prints and textures! Your blog is so perfect.

    Please check out my blog at stilettobeats.blogspot.com

    xo
    ejc

    stilettobeats.blogspot.com

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  69. I love your mix of prints and textures! Your blog is so perfect.

    Please check out my blog at stilettobeats.blogspot.com

    xo
    ejc

    stilettobeats.blogspot.com

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  70. What a great outfit & still so "you". That skirt is very pretty, it's the perfect length. I always find it so difficult to find pretty skirts that aren't too short (in my opinion) and I really like this one. I am sure you'll be able to put together so many beautiful outfits with this piece (throughout all the seasons)!

    Can't wait to read some of your food posts. I am not a cook myself, but I do like to eat ;-) Plus I am not a big fan of meat, so vegetarian recipes are always welcome.

    xo Leonie

    www.thesignaturebow.com

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  71. Awwww, snap! I totally love this look! You're always stunning, but it is fun to break away from our go-to's once in a while. I love love love the hair, the floral, and all the textures. Smoochies!! Nat

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  72. Love this look- the neutral color palette, polka dot tight & top knot. Very excited for the new feature too! I'm always looking for new dinner ideas :)

    xx

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  73. Wonderful date nigth look. Despite cold weather You look goergeous in these photos.I will repeat myself, but I absolutely adore your polka dot tights.

    Can't wait to see what yummy you will share with us.

    xoxo Ra

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  74. okay, I love this outfit and you look beautiful, but my favorite part is you in a top knot!! love it!

    http://www.stilettosanddiaperbags.blogspot.com/

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  75. I'm definitely a homebody and love cooking. Can't wait to see what recipes you're going to share. I am really loving this outfit. You're right - it's so different from your norm but it really suits you very nicely. I would love to have a cardigan like that. I have a few with a similar hemline to that but they're way too long and don't fit flatteringly. These shorter versions would be a fantastic solution for me. Your tights are super cute as well!

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  76. Love these polka dot tights with the floral print scarf! Feel like the ywere made for each other. You have the most adorable style and great aesthetic/taste...excited to be following you!

    <3 Cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

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  77. It sounds like you're both busy with great things–how wonderful! And I think I've said this before, but will you teach me how to mix prints so effortlessly one day?

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  78. Love love love the polkadot tights! Wish we had a Joe Fresh here!

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  79. You look very lovely! It's nice to play up with a style! I really like how the cardigan flows along the rest of the outfit- the skirt is divine, and the polka dotted tights adds a little playfulness! LOVE the rosy scarf too :)
    Have a beautiful day!
    Good luck!

    http://skinnymoonstick.blogspot.com

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  80. Such an awesome style! :D

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  81. Very cute! I absolutely love the shoes!

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  82. hi! just found your blog vi cupcake countessa and I just love your style" you have a new follower. xxAlice Barton ♥ The Mow Way

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  83. just found your blog and your blog is amazing,
    love your shoes and you are so pretty

    new follower here
    it would be nice if you can visit my blog and following back

    xo
    www.myjiglyciouslif.blogspot.com

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  84. Oh! Love this outfit... and your blog!

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  85. Really lovely look ! :) I love your wedge heels, so cute ones.

    Gorgeous blog! Found my way here via Confessions of the Cupcake Countessa. :)


    Satu
    Indie by Heart

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  86. great polka dot tights! Isn't it fun stepping away from your go to look. I always like what I pull together on those days...okay sometimes it goes horribly wrong.
    You look amazing. Can't wait for some cooking posts.

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  87. oh Veronika, i absolutely LOVE seeing your hair pulled up like this!!! totally shows off your sublime bone structure. however the flurry of photo time went, you sure don't show any stress whatsoever. calmness amongst the storm...or the dropping temps as the case may be ; )

    cute outfit with pretty floral and dots. hope you two get some quality time away from the busies for a bit too. i'm very excited about this new feature idea, i'm on a healthier tip these days, trying real hard to drop some extra poundage put on over the xmas holidays. HELP ME!!!! can't wait to see what you're cooking up! happy weekend. xo ♥

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  88. I always get into a style rut in the winter...since it's so cold I get a little afraid of trying new looks and just stick to my trusty jeans - but I really really want to change that. This outfit is great inspiration...I love your sweater and the bun too (to be really honest, I'm a little jealous of it, I can't get my hair into a bun that lasts...it always comes undone so quickly!! :P)

    I'm really excited to see the recipes you're making, this year I'm determined to incorporate more vegetarian/vegan (read: healthy) meals into my diet and I'm sure your posts will be very helpful!

    Happy week-end!

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  89. I love the entire outfit/styling! I want that floral scarf! :P

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  90. The entire look is fabulous, but especially love those polka dot tights!

    merrick
    merricksart.blogspot.com

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  91. Love this look xxx maybe you could have a look at my blog and we could follow each other xxx lovely to meet you xx glad I found your blog xxx

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  92. You look beautiful! Cute leggings and I LOVE your hair!!!

    http://styleservings.blogspot.com/

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  93. These are such fun tights and I totally love them with those awesome shoes. The floral print of your scarf is the perfect pop of color. I hope you were able to warm up after the photo shoot. :D
    While I'm not really much of a good cook, I'm interested in seeing some of your vegetarian recipes. I'm hoping to get more interested in cooking, instead of just drinking all the wine. haha.
    XOXO

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  94. Beautiful Veronica, I really need 2 borrow ur polka dot tights...;)

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  95. One of my favourite looks from you girl! That top knot is adorable and I love the combo of patterns here. So pretty. Good for Martin and yes, I think a recipe feature would be amazing! I'm not much of a cook myself but I like to try haha.

    Alex xoxo

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  96. You are just adorable! I'm so glad I stumbled upon your blog! You have a new follower for sure.

    Cheers,
    Savannah
    everybodysbuyingvintge.blogspot.com

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  97. I really just adore everything about your outfit. The shades of grey, the layering, and polka dot tights...all so pretty! Gorgeous shoes as well:)

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  98. Adorable outfit- especially love those tights!

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  99. Lovelovelove! So pretty. I want those tights!

    xoxo
    ~Brooke
    thedovetree.blogspot.com

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  100. this is such a lovely outfit :)
    veronika
    www.livinginwinterpeg.blogspot.com

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  101. I give you major props Love! I attempted facing the cold last week for a sponsor post and totally wimped out! =D You do look so calm and collected in those AMAZING wedges! Great outfit!

    Love & Lollies... Jessa

    Confessions of the Cupcake Countessa

    PS Everyone is adoring your answers!

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  102. You look totally adorable in this outfit:) Looove your wedges !

    PS: I am hosting an INTERNATIONAL GIVEAWAY on my blog featuring Vedette Shapewear ! You can join it here

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  103. I absolutely love the combination of grey tights annd heels! The polka dots are just way too cute! :)

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  104. LOVE LOVE your hair all twisted up in a bun like this! You look so beautiful. Those tights are so much fun and I love the layers. :D Happy Monday.

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  105. this is all kinds of beautiful, I especially love your tights!

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  106. Love this look on you! That skirt is so cute!
    Can't wait to see some of the recipes you share!
    -Kassie

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  107. Y A Y for Martin pursuing a master's and double Y A Y for the veggie recipes!

    Virginie ♥

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  108. you look lovely and so different with the hair up like this!! Loving the tights and skirt as well! Can't wait to see the recipes!

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  109. Love this! Great scarf :)

    xo Jennifer

    http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

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  110. I just love those tights!! Can't get enough of them.

    www.dressmedearly.com

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  111. lady you are the cutest and your tights are devine x

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  112. LOVE. love love love loooove. I love the cute photo of you with your hand up, and those tights and wedges.. swoon. Another gorgeous one, lady. XO Kristin

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  113. Lovely outfit, you have such a gorgeous blog!
    dimples

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  114. Such an adorable outfit! So glad I bumped into your blog!! Definitely a new favorite.

    xx

    Sarah

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  115. What a lovely mix of polka dots and florals! The perfect lunch date outfit :) And your HAIR! You must share how you achieves such a beautiful top knot. It really suits you, gorgeous as always my darling xo

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  116. Wow - absolutely stunning. Seriously! Your hair here is to die for, and I love the details on these tights! It's amazing to me that in limited time you were able to pull out these photos - so amazing! XO Candice

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  117. I absolutely love the grey + black polka dotted tights!
    ♡ Lexi
    FASHION: Glitter & Pearls
    WEDDINGS: Glitter Weddings

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