Dots & Stripes

Oct 16, 2012

My last post was called "morning sun" and I was seriously tempted to call this one "rain monsoon" because that's exactly what we've had the past few days. Ugh, so much rain. I forgot how much I hate wrestling with my purse, umbrella, phone, and my dog... who seems to pull just when I have everything perfectly balanced. Yes, I've been dropping most of my belongings. Haha, I'm such a baby when it comes to the rain. Martin's hinted at moving to LA, perhaps I should take him up on it.


When the rainy fall days hit, I'm all about wearing denim, cardy's and a great pair of boots. Mine are from wanted shoes and they fit like a dream - be sure to take a peek at their fall boots. So adorable! As for the rest of my outfit?! I went a little crazy with the pattern mixing but I love both of these together: abstract stripes & abstract polka dots. Seems like they were made for one another... a fun look for a day of dodging rain puddles and running errands.




For tomorrow, I'm planning a little date night for Martin & I. I'll be surprising him (unless he reads this post, haha) with a yummy dinner. I'm making yam & carrot fries, grilled fish, and for dessert I'll be baking apples in rice milk + dates. Mmmm, I can't wait. And, I have every intention to start sharing recipes with you guys. This week is the week. I swear!





Outfit Details:
Cardigan - Madewell
Blouse - Old Navy
Jeans - American Eagle
Boots - c/o Wanted Shoes

64 comments:

  1. Oh, I love the way you mixed these two patterns! You look absolutely love! Have a great dinner date! XO

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  2. This is such a cute casual look. I love that printed blouse, it looks really nice with the striped cardigan!!
    That dinner sounds soo delicious! Have fun :)
    xJennaD

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  3. Love the two patterns. The colors as well. Adorable outfit.

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  4. Great boots and blouse! You look very pretty!

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

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  5. Such a pretty blouse, and those are great boots for this transitional season.
    xo Cara
    http://www.afashionloveaffair.com

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  6. I love your boots and blouse!
    kisses from Milan

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  7. What a great Cozy look for these fall days! Love the striped Cardi mixed with the blouse and these boots are fab!

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  8. Those boots are so amazingly cute! What a perfect style for fall! Hope some sunshine arrives your way soon. :)

    xoxo,
    Laura
    http://lauraisthriftingthroughlife.blogspot.com/

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  9. beautiful outfit! :))

    http://japobsganbare.blogspot.com/

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  10. At least you have a super adorable rainy day outfit going - I'm a big fan of those boots!

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  11. Veronika, I haven't been by in a while. You look fantastic (have you slimmed?). I love the boots and jeans together. I've seen so many great jeans on blogs that are from AE. I'll have to make my first trip 'round that store in years!

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  12. I love the mix of patterns you look great! Those boots are awesome and have fun on your date night tomorrow, sounds great!!
    Carlee
    Almost Endearing

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  13. I'm feeling your pain with this rain! I can't believe it's sunny today! I forget how much I hate the rain too, such a challenge for nice outfits!

    xo

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  14. I live in Wa state, all rain, all the time! Try adding the juggling of 2 preschoolers to that mix.. no wonder I don't wanna leave the house xD
    LOVE LOVE LOVE those boots!! And the pattern mixing, I'm known to do that too, especially with stripes :)

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  15. Stripes and pretty patterns are so fabulous together!

    Marie @
    Lemondrop ViNtAge

    I am having a fabulous giveaway right here.

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  16. As I'm reading this, the rain is just pouring outside my window - sounds like the monsoons are hitting both of us.
    Haha, but you look so cute as always! Love the print mixing you did :)
    Also, the boots are definitely a perfect pair. The length is just right!
    Mmm, and what a nice date you've got planned. That sounds sooo good

    Trendy Teal

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  17. SO adorable! Here in L.A. it is still in the 90's so I'm envious of your rainy Fall weather!

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  18. love the boots and the whole outfit really ... and yes ... please move to LA ... we could hang out!!
    Jess
    JESS CAUSE BLOG

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  19. Oh my gosh. Seriously, this is my favorite outfit of yours to date. It isn't too much, it's enough contrast to keep you interested but not over powering. It's sooo cute!

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  20. I love your pattern mixing! and if you move to LA, I know it's hard to believe but you will miss the rain (&snow), I did! :)

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  21. This is such a great look! You mix patterns like a pro and I love the tie on the blouse. Very pretty! :)

    Melissa
    www.prettyinpolkadot.blogspot.com

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  22. those boots are perfect. just perfect.
    and i think the pattern mixing turned out very well :)
    i love when it rains, as long as it only does it like once a month :P
    just found your blog and excited to be your newest follower veronika! i have a feeling this blog will suck up a little too much of my time :P
    love,
    elisabeth

    lavitaebella-elisabeth.blogspot.com

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  23. Perfect for staying cozy on a rainy day! We had one in SF and of course I had armfuls of stuff and no umbrella–that stupid rain!

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  24. You look so gorgeous! I absolutely love the simplicity of this outfit- it's very functional and that is a huge thing to me when it comes to style :). I just might have to recreate this outfit soon! ;) Mmm, what a yummy dinner!
    xoxo
    lyndsey of hellolyndsey

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  25. You look beautiful despite the rain! I love the patten mixing. xo

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  26. You look gorge! I love love your pictures.. I need a tutorial ;)

    iambornlippy.blogspot.com

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  27. I have a pair of Wanted boots. They really are great! I got mine for like, $20 at Ardene or something. Loving the fun colours and patterns too. :)

    -Lindsey

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  28. I know what you mean! Rain usually makes me want to cozy up inside!

    http://theoccasionalindulgence.blogspot.com/

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  29. Totally adorable as ever! Love your mix of prints. I'm all about skinny jeans and tall boots for Fall. :)
    http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com/

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  30. Love the striped cardigan with this printed top and those boots are super cute :)

    xoxo,
    Rachel
    Rachel’s Lookbook

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  31. I so know the feeling you're talking about, Veronika - just when you think you've got everything ready for rain, you run out of enough hands to balance! The Vancouver rain in the fall is still fresh in my mind :) But you're looking just lovely in spite of the wet weather; I just adore the bright red shade of your pretty blouse. Smooches!
    xox,
    Cee

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  32. I love this outfit, the mix of prints is fantastic, and those boots look so cosy! xo

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  33. I love how you mixed the prints in this outfit. Super cute! Also your boot are to die for, love them.

    -Jess
    http://Jessicas-Wonderland.blogspot.com

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  34. veronika, whether it's rainy or sunny, you look like a dream. i like the pattern mixing & color scheme. the boots are fall fantastic. have fun on your date surprise dinner with martin! :)

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  35. Cute outfit! Love that blouse!
    xx

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  36. I love how you mixed the patterns! You look lovely as usual. Rain does make it difficult to do outfit photos sometimes, but does give you a good excuse to stay in and get cozy :)

    thejoyfulfox.blogspot.com

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  37. i love the pattern mixing! sometime's i'm hesitant about whether or not i can pull it off but you give me hope!
    xoxo
    megan
    www.arayofsunblog.com

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  38. I love the mix of the print and the striped sweater! And that's such a perfect fall pair of boots!

    -Erin-
    OneTwoSummer

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  39. That bright top is really pretty. I could live in jeans and boots, if I could wear jeans to work every day.

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  40. Those patterns are too fabulous together - great mix! I can't believe it was raining and your hair was that gorgeous!
    xx
    Here&Now

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  41. I know exactly what you mean, I can't stand rainy days!!!! Love how you styled this look-great boots!
    Kisses from DC
    Elena
    http://dcinstyle.com/blog/

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  42. This is SO adorable!! I can't wait to break in my Wanted boots. We've had lots of rain in Florida, too, but unfortunately no cool weather to speak of just yet.

    I love the way you paired the floral blouse with the striped cardi! Saving this outfit for inspiration if Fall ever comes this way :)

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  43. I absolutely hate doing the crazy juggle with purse, cell phone, umbrella, etc.! And I love that cardigan - LOVE!
    ♡ Lexi @ Glitter, Inc.

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  44. What a cute look, Veronika! I love the vibrant colour of your blouse and the striped cardie is a great layering piece. Also, it may be weird but I totally know where you took these photos! I live in Coquitlam and my dad's condo is right by that school. I took outfit photos there too!

    Marisa
    http://style-rhapsody.blogspot.com

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  45. I adore the pattern mixing going on here! I esp. love the blouse and sort of can't believe it's from Old Navy!

    We have had lots of rain lately too, which makes blog photos super hard to take haha. Cali would be nice weather wise!

    That dinner sound delish, how sweet! :)

    xo
    Lizzie

    placeclevertitlehere.blogspot.com

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  46. What a lovely outfit! Those boots are great! I'm planing on getting a new pair of riding boots next Wednesday and I'm super excited! <3

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  47. hi pretty~ I love your style~

    -liv
    http://chocolivlovelaugh.blogspot.kr

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  48. absolutely love this outfit & your style.

    Newest follower!

    xo Jackie
    ...livingaftermidnite

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  49. Those are GREAT boots. I love brown boots with dark wash jeans. I think it's such a great pairing.
    Don't move to the LA, gotta stay Canadian ;) (I'm Canadian too)
    ~Andrea
    www.wearitbetter.com

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  50. Carrot fries sound seriously yummy!

    I love the cardi.

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  51. Well you can't tell that you aren't a fan of the rain--it looks like it agrees with you! I love your layering of the pretty floral print and stripes!

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  52. You look so lovely! I love your outfit and the boots are amazing! (:

    Lizzy <3
    www.prettymodestbffs.blogspot.com

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  53. Oh, in Ireland we get lots, I mean LOTS of rain and wind. So it's quite hard to wear a skirts or dresses, you can get lots of Marilin Monroe moments :) and freeze. So it's just great to wear jeans or pants, but I love those days when I can wear some cute skirts or dress.It's just feels like a holidays :)
    You look fabulous in this casual and yet so feminine look.


    xoxo Ra

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  54. Veronika, this is just genius! i had to giggle about the contemplation over the title of this post ;) hells ya our rain has been pummeling down. i breathed a slight sigh of relief walking out the door today forgetting my brolly but seeing a "no chance of showers" report on the iPhone. ha!

    i'm all for layering girl but i know what you're saying about wrestlemania with it all before walking out the door - no fun whatsoever. you're right!

    glad you found a dry spot to shoot under. i love how you explore each completely unique and always stunning aspect of your style, super distinct yet attainable. it's why so many mixes get saved for my own personal future reference insp!! just the right amount of fluttery blouse creates a gauzy, textural composition with otherwise everyday denim. hello wanted shoes! great site filled with fab bargains. i get excited every time i visit and see your new posts appear. you're a GEM of a girl and a sensationally legit fashion megamixer!!

    hope dinner is going amazingly, wishing for less puddle jumping this weekend! xo ♥

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  55. Aw this is a great outfit for a rainy fall day. The scenery looks wonderful to me! Fall hasn't quite hit here, sadly.
    I really really love your boots and the adorable red top you're wearing. The prints work really nicely together.

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  56. I fell ya, girl! Yeasterdya it was the same hot rainy mess here too! And I didn't have my umbrella which made things even worse! I love rain...from the inside of my appartment. :)

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  57. I love adding a punch of color to a rainy day. Great outfit!

    xo Rach
    rachiecakes-rachael.blogspot.com

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  58. I'm seriously adoring your side bangs. You look beautiful!!

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  59. Your boots are just gorgeous! I love throwing some on when it's raining to stop my toes from getting frostbite, haha. x

    http://www.jenventure.blogspot.co.uk

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  60. What a gem you are! looking beautiful as ever. So glad to be back in the blogging swing and able to read your posts on a regular basis again! You look lovely lady. Love those boots! Have a good weekend. x

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  61. Great look - I love the mix of patterns!

    Kate xo petite-adventures.blogspot.ca

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  62. Love a good rainy day! And I love the mix of patterns here! AND I love the boots!! Lots o love in this post ;)

    Julia

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