Revelations & City Romance

Feb 7, 2011

{CARDIGAN: KERSH, BELT: MODCLOTH, SKIRT: H&M, TIGHTS: AMERICAN EAGLE, CLUTCH: H&M, SHOES: JOE FRESH}

It was a day of mini revelations. I discovered that my favourite skirt (pictured above) has pockets. How did I not know this? I live for skirts with pockets and I have worn this skirt many times. I also learned that my husband is a hummer. HOW did I not know this? I do not like humming, especially while trying to read a book (shameless hint for husband). And I also learned that I can break up the black in this outfit, by adding a brown belt and a taupe-ish coloured scarf. Again, I did not know this. Voila. I am a new person you guys!

And while we are on the topic of life-changing events, I am also on a new mission. More cardio? Nope. More vintage shopping? Yes! I have become so inspired by all of you, dear fashion bloggers, hence my new mission! Oh good, you’re sitting down because I am about to get deep. I am throwing my heart into this, my arms are flailing. I want to rescue unloved clothes, re-style them and give them a place to call home. I also want to save money. OK, so I am not completely selfless. PS. Hubs is humming again. PPS. I just ate the last potato skin. xx veronika

93 comments:

  1. If he's going to distract you with humming, you have the right to the last potato skin. :)

    That skirt is FABULOUS!!! I love how you broke it up with the brown belt, super great idea. You look awesome!

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  2. What a lovely outfit! I totally need more cute skirts - especially ones with pockets.

    I want to do more vintage shopping, too, but It very difficult for me since I can't drive and my mom won't drive me often. :( Good luck on your shopping, though! I can't wait to see what you get!

    ~ Katie
    http://www.beautifully-pure.com

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  3. Your bangs look EXTRA silky today....I must know your secret!!!!!

    brazilian blowout? I've tried that, doesnt last long for me though.

    Here, I'll take my stytle photo WITH my bangs today so stay tuned. You'll laugh, I'm in the process of growing them out for Summer. :)

    http://loveliveandwear.blogspot.com
    xoxo, L

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  4. Awesome outfit! I've picked up a terrible habit of whistling. But not like a particular song, just whistling. It even bothers me.

    Melanie@Unravelled Threads
    Follow @UnraveldThreads on twitter!

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  5. I love this outfit! and I like how you always add tips to the photos ^^ x

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  6. I am OBSESSED with pockets! If I find a dress or skirt with pockets, it is automatically one of my favorite pieces.

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  7. Love this outfit V..it is so fun and flirty and i adore the brown belt on the black cardi!

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  8. Stunning as usual Veronika! If I see any clothing orphans in my travels I'll be sure to send them your way. Everybody (including inanimate objects) need love...at least that's what the stuffed animals of my childhood told me :) Happy Monday! OXO

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  9. What a lovely skirt! And I would love to do more vintage shopping as well.

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  10. I love the skirt! and this belt.. #WANT!! xx

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  11. The skirt is gorgeous! I love pockets in anything ha! x

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  12. Oh I simply LOVE your style. The skirt, the belt, the scarf, your hair, it's all flawless! Great tips that you point out too by the way.

    XO, Katie
    Running on Happiness

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  13. I can't wait to see your vintage finds! WARNING -it is addicting! :)

    Jessica @ wrinkleddollar.blogspot.com

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  14. I adore that skirt; the perfect shot of color with all the lovely neutrals!

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  15. Gorgeous skirt! It's my first visit to your blog and I'm excited to snoop around a little.

    nice to "meet" you!

    Leaving the House in THIS?!?!

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  16. Ooooh I love your skirt!
    I love Vintage shopping, I'm actually going today!

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  17. I love how you styled this skirt! So pretty - and it has pockets? Sounds like the best thing ever.

    My husband loves to talk to me while I'm reading. Um, hello? I'm doing something else?

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  18. haha, so many revelations, i'm having a hard time wrapping my mind around them all. Skirts with pockets are the BEST, I can't believe they went unnoticed for a bit in this skirt! You look fabulous.

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  19. yay!!!! so glad you're going to be thrifting more! oh boy, you're gonna get hooked. like i'm not kidding. i'm almost a sickness with me....maybe i shouldn't reveal that? oh well. it's so fun and yes, you can get some killer deals (i got a ysl blouse for $5!!!). i do love this skirt. so glad i found your blog!!

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  20. oooo... this is so pretty. I like how you broke up the black with the belt. And i have done that way too many times. I wear a skirt or dress I've had for awhile and then i randomly put my hands in my pockets and suddenly I'm yelling OMG POCKETS! in public.

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  21. I love the two patterns of the skirt and tights together! Your photos are always so pretty and well done!

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  22. wow! love the glam girl skirt - and totally rocking the bangs!

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  23. Love how you styled this - especially the scarf. You reminded me of all the skirts and dresses in my closet with pockets. Need to pull those out again! :)

    Mommy Chic

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  24. Thanks so much for the comment:)
    I love your blog! The words and tips in the pictures are a great, unique idea. Oh, and I love the outfit!

    little-gold-pocketwatch.blogspot.com

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  25. I can't decide if I like your skirt or your adorable bangs more.. let's just say you look fabulous! xo Joanna

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  26. You are freakin' adorable! this skirt is amazing!!!
    -Katie

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  27. HA! Great revelations! I just found your blog through Rule Breaking Mondays. Love!

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  28. Aw I love this outfit, and you look lovely with all of the layering! (I'm horrible with layering) I like your tip about adding nudes to the black to complement it and give it some depth -very pretty! Oh and btw, I just realized who you remind me of - Tori Amos circa 2001. I didn't realize until I started listening to her over the weekend, and it just dawned on me - please don't ask me how lol.

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  29. You look great. That skirt is too cute. I just found out the other day that my hubby is an amazing yoyo-er. Who knew?!

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  30. cute outfit...I love this!

    jen
    http://blankwhiteframes.blogspot.com

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  31. i love the black top and bold skirt combo.

    cheers,
    yvonne
    http://www.moderngirlblog.com

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  32. i love you so much more after this post! do you know what i love most in a garment? pockets! do you know what i hate? HUMMING....but i might hate whistling more. and buying vintage/thrifting - YES! and you look super adorable today :)

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  33. ohh I really like this look! skirts with pockets are amazing I agree. that skirt is fabulous and paring it with black and tan makes me like it even more.
    thanks for stopping by my blog today and for leaving me a nice note ;)
    I really enjoy your blog. Such great posts and A-MAZING outfit inspirations. I'm super excited to be inspired by your looks.
    new reader right here.

    blessings,
    bex

    bexastylediary.blogspot.com

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  34. You are such a sweetie, you make me laugh so hard! I adore that skirt! I kind of gasped a bit when i saw that first photo. adorable!

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  35. Just when I thought I couldn't love that skirt anymore, it has pockets?! Even better. You look great. :)

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  36. i LOVE this one! look at those pretty peach and coral colors! (my faves!)

    also, i know just how you feel about rescuing all the vintage pretties. :)

    xoxoxo

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  37. This is such a cute outfit! I love love looove the skirt!

    xo
    Danielle

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  38. Veronika this look is flawless, you look SO beautiful! I love the way you mixed the patterns of the skirt and the thighs.

    ps: your hair is amazing :)

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  39. I like your little explanations on your pictures thats something different,great blog x

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  40. You are so cute! I looovee your hair; how is it so shiny and healthy and perfectt!!!!
    And finding pockets; what a treat! Ive done the exact same thing, it was such a great surprise !
    xx

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  41. i love your writing style! :) and the outfit ouf course ! such a cute skirt!!

    i am a new follower kisses xx

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  42. This outfit (and your pictures) could not be more perfect. Gorgeous!

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  43. Oh man, you're really making me wish I had an H&M nearby. The skirt is fantastic. And so are these incredibly beautiful (as usual) photos!

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  44. Ahh girl I am such a big fan of your style! That skirt is so wonderful! I am absolutely following. And good luck with your new foray into vintage shopping!

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  45. Yes yes- rescuing clothes and saving money- double plus good!
    Love your blog, happy to have found it! I'm haivng a giveaway right now- come check it out!
    Meri
    merigoesround.blogspot.com

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  46. I just found your blog. I love it. So many great tips, tricks and inspiration. Newest follower!


    Ramblings of a Small Town Girl

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  47. Thank you for coming by!!! I just love your blog and your style, and your hair... ahh! I always love discovering thing little things like hidden pockets and such. I swear I do that all of the time, or even things in pockets I have forgotten about!

    Hayley
    The Weekend File

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  48. what an absolutely wonderful skirt!! and i agree, skirts with pockets are just about the best thing ever. i'm loving your blog and count me as your newest follower! :)

    cute and little
    come join the Color Brigade!

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  49. Your style is really lovely :-) I love the outfit & your smile!

    Would you mind visiting my blog? Maybe follow eachother?
    http://tabathasrefugium-tabatha.blogspot.com/

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  50. I love skirts that have pockets, they make everything so fun.

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  51. love this outfit. Your skirt is what I like the most about it. Very romantic.
    http://mypretaporterblog.blogspot.com/

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  52. Great outfit! I love that you incorporate tips into your photos. How clever! Definitely following! xo style, she wrote

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  53. LOVE this skirt. No wonder it's your favorite. I'm loving your blog so much, I better follow ya! :)

    savannah-joyofliving.blogspot.com

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  54. This is so Valentines Day-esque! Love it!

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  55. This look is fabulous on you! The skirt is so fun and colorful- no wonder you love it so much ;)

    I have those same tights, too. They're quite possibly my favorite.

    XXXO
    M

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  56. I too love mixing brown and black together. And your skirt pulls it all together so well. Lovely! And pockets, too? WIN.

    Cardio shmardio... yay for vintage shopping!

    xo

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  57. La la la love that skirt! Skirts/dresses with pockets complete my life. I haven't come across too many of them though. Sad. :( And I too want to do a little more vintage shopping! I look every now and then but I usually talk myself out of the purchases.

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  58. You are GENIUS for those little bubbled sayings on your photos. follow my blog at http://florencenightsandfairytales.blogspot.com/ xo Emily Jenny

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  59. fabulous blog you have here! just discovered you and will be following...xoxo!

    Miyan

    www.miyan-overseas.blogspot.com

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  60. What an absolutely adorable outfit-Betty Draper with a modern twist! I'm delighted to meet both you and your blog!

    xo, Lena

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  61. I think I said it before but I love that skirt! And your newest fashion twists to this outfit too. Oh and the last capture <3 Haha. Good luck on your vintage mission;)

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  62. That skirt is fab! I love your blog!

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  63. Thanks for visiting my blog.
    haha yes I also love the skirt.
    and you have such a nice hair.

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  64. Love the look, you look lovely.. the brown belt looks great in the outfit :D
    Kiss,
    Sara

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  65. You're hair is gorgeous! What shampoo and conditioner do you use. It is so beautiful!
    http://realbeauty-realbeauty.blogspot.com/

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  66. Hee heee love this post! Beautiful skirt :)

    Adrienne
    http://lolarocksclothing.blogspot.com/

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  67. hee hee - you're adorable! I love those new discoveries! I have actually had that pocket discovery myself once with a dress I thought I knew quite well...but clearly didn't!

    Good luck on your vintage adventures!

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  68. Mad skirt envy right about now. Love your captions!

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  69. OH MY GOODNESS! I am in love with your style and your blog totally a new follower girl!!

    MEET VIRGINIA DESIGN

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  70. Hello! Just discovered your blog, lovely looks! Good luck with your vintage journey!

    www.mammalandlamb.com

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  71. oh my gosh I am IN LOVE with that skirt! And even more b/c it has pockets! I so want to go thrifting too after seeing all the amazing finds on everyone's blogs. I awarded you with the stylish blogger award!

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  72. Love that skirt! The colors are ones I typically shy away from (they don't look good with my coloring) but here they are gorgeous! And it has pockets? score!

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  73. I love this outfit!
    Pockets are always a great discovery. I hate it when I buy something with great pockets and find out they're fake (not just basted shut).

    Be Sure To Enter My Exposed Envy Giveaway!

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  74. ahhh LOVE that belt! such a cute outfit.

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  75. hi!!! thank you for visiting my blog today and for the sweet comments! this skirt is gorgeous and i LOVE your hair! xo

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  76. I adore that skirt! I saw it and had involuntary jaw-droppage!! I am inspired to make one. Which fabric to use??????
    www.fashnlvr.blogspot.com

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  77. very pretty girl:) good luck with your new mission too. you won't regret it for sure!
    YOURS, MINE AND OURS

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  78. I adore this look! That skirt is gorgeous. I love adding some colour into outfits.
    Good luck with the vintage shopping! It's one of my goals too, post some tips if you have any success :)

    Love, L.

    frills-and-lace.blogspot.com

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  79. I love this ! The belt is extra nice!

    www.justrroosh.com

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  80. Ooo, I really like the silhouette of this outfit!

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  81. heya!

    you have an adorable style, and the skirt looks perfect!!

    xx
    http://reflectandfancy.blogspot.com/

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  82. I just adore this whole outfit! Your skirt is amazing!

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  83. love love love that clutch. So happy I stumbled on your blog, it's fantastic! Following u now. ;)

    I Live For It

    Xx. Jewls and Liza

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  84. pretty, pretty, pretty skirt. i love those colors.

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  85. You have SUCH amazing hair. I am tres tres jealous. Too pretty.

    x

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  86. I ADORE this outfit - it's just perfection. Sophisticated with some torn-looking tights? Just perfect.

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  87. i love adding brown with black. it's a fave of mine. love your blog. super cute!

    kelseyannesmith.blogspot.com

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  88. love this look! i have the same skirt, will dress it this way tomorrow! =)

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  89. This skirt is just SOOOOO cute! I love it here and the way you are wearing it today! :)

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