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Look Book: Happy, Happy, Polka Dots!

Sep 13, 2011

Wow, it's hard to believe that fall is less than two weeks away! Martin (hubs) and I are clinging to the last few hot days we have left and trying to make the most of this lovely summer season! Sundresses, ocean walks, dinners on the patio, and even a camping trip later this week; seems like the perfect way to end off summer. Hooray!
I absolutely adore wearing vintage &/or vintage inspired dresses, so naturally when I found this one at H&M, I was totally smitten! Seriously, how adorable are those polka dots. Love 'em! Oh, and speaking of all things fun & adorable, I'm off to a blogger swap this Sunday and I can't wait. Yippee! I love being a part of the blogging community; it's so much fun to be able to connect with other like-minded girls. Let the outfit planning begin!
And in other blogging news? I'm hoping to set up a FAQ page for the blog. Did you guys have any questions that you would like me to include? I'd love to get your input. Alright, hope everyone's week is getting off to a great start. I'm spending a part of mine sourcing new materials for my [soon to be released] jewelry line. I know, shopping for adorable things, twist my rubber arm, right? Haha. Have a great day, everyone!
Outfit Details:
Dress & Shoes - H&M
Lip colour - (Chanel: Gabrielle #19), Lip Liner - (Sephora Real Red #20)
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90 comments:

  1. Renee RevolutionSeptember 13, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    Your end of summer plans sound wonderful! I hope you enjoy them.

    The silhouette of this dress is fantastic, as is the color.

    Thanks for stopping by my blog, by the way! I hope you have a great week too! :)

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  2. Neris / Fashion FractionsSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    Amazing dress! I love the pattern and the color looks wonderful on you ;)

    xxx,

    Fashion Fractions

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    nice dress! i love it! :)


    Love Simple Green

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  4. PlamiSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    You look gorgeous and your plans for the end of the Summer sound wonderful! Can't believe I am saying this but I am so excited about fall this year!

    XoXo
    Plami

    http://www.fashionthrill.com/

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  5. AlessandraSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    What an adorable dress - love the colors & polka dots. I too am clinging on to summer and summer dresses.

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  6. Lea SømodSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Love your dress, you look so sweet.

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  7. Balancing LisaSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    Such a beautiful dress! Love your photos!! xo

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

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  8. UnknownSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    what an adorable dress! h & m always has the best vintage inspired looks


    <3 steffy
    Steffys Pros and Cons

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  9. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    so cute!!
    xoxo

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  10. CristiSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    great dress and sounds like you have some fun end of the summer plans!

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  11. Kitsune-kunSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    This dress looks SO good on you! love the cut and pattern, so so cute:)

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  12. Courtney ErinSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    What a great dress - you look amazing in it! I'm also trying to make the absolute most out of the last few weeks of summer (I fit in a camping trip this past weekend which pleased me to no end).

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  13. JennaStevieSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Wow this dress is ammazing!! I actually would have never guess H&M it actually looks vintage. It fits you so well, and the polka dots are so cute.
    We had a reallly hot week last week which was lovely now the temperature has plummeted and really feels like fall, so soak it up!
    xJennaD

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  14. katie walkerSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    love the print of this dress! super cute :)

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  15. RamonaSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    I have seen this dress on many bloggers, but it looks so vintage and wonderful on You.
    It sounds you are having amazing time. Enjoy these beautiful summer days.
    ♥
    xoxo Ra

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  16. RamonaSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:06 AM

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  17. ilene @ muchloveillySeptember 13, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    looking absolutely darling! love this dress!

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  18. CaraSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    That is such a gorgeous dress, I am in love with the color and of course the polka dots!! So impressed that it is an H&M find, well done. And these shots are lovely, you look absolutely beautiful.
    Looking forward to Sunday!
    xo Cara
    http://www.afashionloveaffair.com

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  19. Jenn Agostinho-AlceeSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    I love this Dress on you..it screams Summer..the colors..the polka dots and the sweet heart top are darling..just love it!!!

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  20. Frannie PantzSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Have fun shopping! I have the same sentiments when I "have" to go shopping. I love this dress! You are right, the polka dots are amazing! I am caught between being so ready for fall and not so ready to say goodbye to summer! Looking beautiful as always!

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  21. SarahSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    Oh, man, it must be sooo horrible shopping for adorable things with which to then make other adorable things! (:

    That dress fits you well and I can always picture you in spots.

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  22. Some Korean Website HighjackerSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    clinging along with you both! and it seems i left claw marks as the sun went into hiding as of this morning : (

    ah well, we could still get a bit more and your polka dot dress and pretty street stroll has me all cheered up so thanks once again gorgeous Veronika - i can count on you to make any dismal day brighter!

    so this has struck me today, it's not something i notice regularly cos it's kinda subliminal but this outfit only has 2 parts to it. dress and shoes, yet you have this way of not only putting things together so well but also having them come across like many more components than just 2. personally i think that's something that stylists do so well and you've got the gift too!

    wishing you mad amounts of fun for the camping trip, i'm not much of a camper. Sean is sorta sad face about it. the one and only time we went into the woods and tented was a huge disaster, not to be repeated - i'll live vicariously, thank you very much ; )

    a FAQ page is an awesome idea. i'd like to ask you about posing tips, thing is it NEVER looks like you're posing and you're always just naturally and organically moving through the images. how DO you do that lades???

    i think this weekend is a go for Sunday, fingers crossed that i'll be seeing you and the other girls real soon!!! ♥

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  23. jamesSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Sundresses, ocean walks, dinners on the patio, and camping sounds like an amazing way to say goodbye to summer for the year! i need to plan a farewell party for summer! and as always V, you look so adorable! i hope that you and martin have a blast celebrating the last 2 weeks of summer =) looking as cute as you, i'm sure you will have the time of your life, hehe. i am dying to see your jewelry line! i just know you will have amazing pieces girl!

    have fun at the swap and come back with pretty things to show us <3 have a wonderful week doll!

    xx

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  24. Rachel, Cold KneesSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Ah you look super cute, love the print of the dress! Sounds like you've been having a lovely time, and a camping trip sounds perfect for the end of summer :) xo

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  25. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    That polka dot dress is soo cute!

    For the FAQs:
    What are your skincare/makeup/hair essentials?

    Lidi @ Eclectic Flair

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  26. Fashionable RoseSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    your own jewelry line?! This is amazing! :) i love what you do x
    this dress is so so cute! i love vintage or vintage inspired pieces! gorgeous!

    xx

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  27. Nikki | The Ginger DiariesSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Oh, My sister has this dress in pink, haha ^^ It's such a lovely and easy to wear piece on a hot day :)

    I've been away for a while and I've only just noticed your new layout. It's so pretty! I adore it!

    Have fun swapping!

    x

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  28. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    That number is adorable and fun! So excited about the jewelry line!

    Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries

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  29. KateSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    So funny that Vancouver is getting such a heat wave all of a sudden! I live in a port city that is constantly foggy! Sigh! We haven't much of summer at all! Thanks so much for your sweet comment today, by thew way! You are too sweet! xoxo!

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  30. Jessica GitlerSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    great dress, anything in polka dots and I am in!! congrats on the jewelery line, how exciting!!
    jess
    www.jesscauseblog.blogspot.com

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  31. UnknownSeptember 13, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    That dress is so pretty! Great H&M find!! XOXO, www.NatalyasCloset.com

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  32. Bravoe RunwaySeptember 13, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    This dress is absolutely stunning and I remember seeing it at H&M but never thought to try it on! I certainly missed out! I love the shoes too, this outfit is very well put together!

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  33. Some Korean Website HighjackerSeptember 13, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    i'm back again! just thought of another Q. you're such a master in front of and behind the lens so could you advise about the best way to combat back-lighting?

    i mean i've got enough dark hallowed out circles and really would like to learn how sometimes the light is behind you but your face is still all lit up so beautifully. how tooooooooo? xoox ♥

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  34. SarahSeptember 13, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    I love this! So cute! The dress has so much character :]

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  35. Lenore @ Lather. Write. Repeat.September 13, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Very cute dress - looks lovely on you!

    XO
    Lenore

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  36. Heather MarieSeptember 13, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Love this dress! The color is great!

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  37. KatrinaSeptember 13, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    I love this dress! I kept almost buying it and now totally wish I did! The retro silhouette and print are too cute.

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  38. Temporary:SecretarySeptember 13, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    The dress is GORGEOUS, stunning colour. Would love to see a faq page, i have an About Me page and the feedback i get is that people find it useful when they want a quick snapshot of who you are xxx

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  39. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    I need those wedges. And that adorable dress. But most definitely the wedges.

    I'd love to hear about how you grew your blog - how did you get to the point where you had advertisers? How does any blogger get to this point? How do you balance blogging with your life (is it your fulltime job?)? I'm really curious about blogging as a business - and how people make this work. Oh, and how you get to that point in the first place. :)

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  40. two birdsSeptember 13, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    amazing dress! i am such a sucker for polka dots. and that color is so bright and sunny! love it.

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  41. Meisha.StyleSeptember 13, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    lovely dress! you look so pretty! polka-dots do bring me smiles! =)

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  42. SavannahSeptember 13, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    This dress is so gorgeous! I hope you have a great camping trip! I'm so sad summer is coming to a close

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  43. Running on HappinessSeptember 13, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    Love the polkadots. These pics are so pretty. Can't wait to see the jewelry line!

    XO, Katie
    Running on Happiness

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  44. A Crimson KissSeptember 13, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    Love, love, love those polka dots!

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  45. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Looking gorgeous! Seriously, I'm so in love with this outfit (especially the dress!) that it's ridiculous. Unfortunately for me, fall is not going to be here in 2 weeks- I have about another 2 months before I'll be breaking out the warmer clothes.

    So until then it will be strictly sun dresses for me :) And did you buy the dress recently?

    xx

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  46. Love, TrixieSeptember 13, 2011 at 3:50 PM

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  47. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    p.s. Your end of summer plans sound like so much fun! I've never been camping before so I'm expecting lots of pictures :)

    x

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  48. RebeccaSeptember 13, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    That print really is adorable!

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  49. I TurnerSeptember 13, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    I love how Polka dots have returned and this dress is so pretty! I just bought the sweetest navy and white scarf and have been wearing it non stop. Looking forward to reading your FAQ page.

    www.toindigo.blogspot.com

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  50. Shea LennonSeptember 13, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Ooh, I love this dotty dress! That color is so fun, and I'm sure it will look great with some tights for fall too. Which I can't believe is almost here!

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  51. GabySeptember 13, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    oh how i miss h&m! i just love that dress :)

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  52. MelissaSeptember 13, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    Anything vintage inspired is amazing in my books! Polka dots are always a yay!

    I haven't had much luck in H&M lately! But seeing dresses like this makes me want to search through their racks!

    Have a fun time in the next few weeks taking advantage of the last bit of summer!

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  53. BeSugarandSpiceSeptember 13, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    How cute is that dress!!You look amazing!!If you want, we can follow each other, let me know it and i follow you!

    Kisses!

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  54. CeeSeptember 13, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    It seems like summer has abruptly come to an end today, but it looks like you enjoyed every last second of the sunshine. And what a perfect dress for soaking up the rays. I absolutely adore polkadots in all of the forms, but it never occurred to me that you might have two colours of polkadots on one dress! The contrast of coral, navy and pink is just lovely. So looking forward to seeing you at the swap this weekend :)
    xox,
    Cee

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  55. The Semi SweetSeptember 13, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    I'll be sad to say goodbye to week night ice cream walks, but happy to say hello to crisp apple cider and crunchy leaves:) But summer is just ending too soon.

    Anyways, I love the cute polka dot dress!! I am excited to hear what you have planned for jewellery!

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  56. Make Mommy ChicSeptember 13, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    Hey Veronika- no doubt that polka dots will put a smile on anyone's face! You look adorable and so happy! I look forward to your FAQ page, i always love finding out more info about my favorite bloggers!

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  57. Tieka, Selective PotentialSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    This outfit is SO beautiful!! I love that dress on you! xo

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  58. UnknownSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Loving the dress on you Veronika! The colors are just wonderful and you always look so happy! :)

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  59. Autumn @ Autumn All AlongSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    I love the color of this dress! Thank you for your sweet sweet comment. I'm glad I married young too obviously :) Your wedding photos are beautiful.

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  60. MeganSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Beautiful! Can't believe that dress isn't vintage... it's so fantastic and you look lovely in it.

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  61. Pari ColeiniSeptember 13, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    What a fun dress. I love it :)
    Looks great on you.

    I have a giveaway from egocloset. join if you like :)
    xx
    Pari
    http://soundofsweetlullabies.blogspot.com/

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  62. Stephanie LoudmouthSeptember 14, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    Super cute dress! Good luck with your new business venture! :)

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  63. Fanny JimenezSeptember 14, 2011 at 2:01 AM

    Wowww pretty!! I just discover your blog & i like it so much. That polka dots dress is so cute, love it!!!
    You've got an unique style!!!

    I invite you to my blog & if you like it too, we could follow each other :) I hope so!!! :)

    KISSES from Spain!!!
    Estefanía J.
    http://www.absostyle.com/

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  64. Monica and WhitneySeptember 14, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    Love, Love, Love this dress. And I'll always be obsessed with your gorgeous hair.

    Ask the Duplex

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  65. Sea BirdSeptember 14, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Oh wow, I just adore your dress! Congrats on your jewelry line! How exciting!

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  66. CatSeptember 14, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Oh my goodness ... how happy are those polka dots! You look so lovely and always so pulled together, V! I am seriously so psyched at the launch of your jewelry line ... I CAN'T wait!!!! :) Yeah!

    xx Cat

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  67. JessicaSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    Love how this dress looks on you... You have this 70'S vibe love it....

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  68. ♥byAnjaSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    you are so beautiful!love the dress

    http://fashionbymental.blogspot.com/

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  69. Opal WellsSeptember 14, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Beautiful as always. I haven't been to H&M in ages but need to before the change of seaons. I, too, have been holding on to summer for as long as I can.

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  70. K A T H L E E N September 14, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    super cute dress! cant believe its almost fall too! enter my giveaway

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  71. UnknownSeptember 14, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    You are always so adorable! I love the shaping at the front of the dress...so cute!

    Natasha ~ Required2BeInspired

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  72. AnaSeptember 14, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    You're so lucky! Over here, summer seems to have been slowly slipping away for two weeks now and at this point, I couldn't really get away with wearing just a sundress anymore :( But I'm living vicariously through you :p the two-toned polka-dots are just lovely!
    On another note, your plans for the week-end sound great! This blogging community really is a lot of fun; I need to start getting a little more involved though, I'm sure that it can only get even better :)

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  73. dear winsomeSeptember 14, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    adorable dress, i love anything covered in polka dots!!
    ♥
    Krystle
    http://dearwinsome.blogspot.com/

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  74. AlexandraSeptember 14, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Yess!!!! I have this dress too and I absolutely love it. Not only is it so cute but it's super comfortable isn't it? I love the way you styled it, it looks beautiful with your hair and shoes. And you, of course, are always beautiful.

    Hmmm...I guess I've always wondered what advice you'd have in terms of finding time for outfit shoots? You always do such a great job of getting high-quality, beautifully shot posts out at pretty consistent time intervals and I would love to hear your tips!

    So so so excited to see you!!! Can't wait for our swap :)

    Alex xoxo

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  75. PaigeSeptember 15, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    Your photographs are stunning! Your hair could not be anymore perfect!? Jealous! Hehe :) x

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  76. UnknownSeptember 15, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Thank you for your lovely comment

    http://haideeandco.blogspot.com

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  77. UnknownSeptember 15, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    You always look adorable in every picture. Love the vintage-inspired dress and the red lips, of course!

    ♥Abbey
    Along Abbey Road

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  78. Reston StyleSeptember 15, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    love this dress!!! It is soooo pretty and the colour is perfect for you! have fun at the blogger swap! I totally need to get involved in some in this area - I need new things for free/cheap!

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  79. MarzipanSeptember 15, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Love the dress! You look so cute! I follow you :)

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  80. kyliepriceSeptember 16, 2011 at 3:55 AM

    i love your blog so much and you look absolutely gorgeous in all your pictures! please do another blog post soon! wedding makeup artist Sydney

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  81. AshleighSeptember 16, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    Seriously adorable!!
    And camping sounds fabulous!

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  82. LaurenSeptember 17, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    That dress is fantastic indeed! Go for a picnic!

    www.tasteslikelove.blogspot.com

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  83. LizzieSeptember 17, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    Thanks for the comment on my Music Monday post :) I am so glad you loved the song.....discovering new songs to love is always great!

    You are tooooo adorable girly, that dress looks so great on you! I <3 your blog...consider me one of your new followers! Hope you will want to follow my little ol' blog possibly too :)

    xo
    Lizzie
    http://placeclevertitlehere.blogspot.com/

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  84. thislittleinfinitySeptember 18, 2011 at 4:03 AM

    You are too beautiful! I adore your dress - H&M is the best for vintage inspired clothing yet still in with the season - it's great! Love the photos too! :)

    http://autumnalfever.blogspot.com/

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  85. christine doneeSeptember 18, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    completely in love with that lip color. yes, please!

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  86. SaraSeptember 18, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    I love your outfit, you look so good, that dress is so cool, the color, the length, the shape are perfect, you look so chic and you are beautiful, also amazing sandals! Your blog is lovely and I am a new follower! Hope you will like my blog and follow back!

    Pop Culture&Fashion Magic

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  87. JenSeptember 19, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    I can't wait to see your jewelry line! So exciting. This dress is so adorable, very Veronika! Looking forward to seeing your remixes of it.

    It was so nice to meet you, and briefly your husband today. You're just as lovely in person. Hope to see you again soon!

    Have a great week,
    xox
    Jen

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  88. NicoleSeptember 19, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Love the polka dress! You looks so pretty in it! Thanks for the comment and for visiting my blog. Fashion Night out was amazing! You should come sometime and visit NY, there's a lot of amazing things that you could do here.

    Xo
    Nicole

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  89. kaitySeptember 21, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    I have this same dress in navy! I am absolutely in love with it.
    obviously you have good taste. ;]

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  90. pretty affairsSeptember 27, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    i love this dress on you - you are very pretty girl! :-) and fringe suits you so much! :-)

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