Mint Tea & Retro Prints

Nov 19, 2012

Hello! Hope everyone had a super weekend. What was that I said about not taking my photos outside anymore?! Brrr, this time I was smart though and brought a hot tea - that helped. On a side note, lately I've been really into mint tea with an added dash of coco + chocolate almond milk. So good! And, I hope you guys aren't getting sick of this location. I can't stop going back. The lighting is always perfect and I adore having those beautiful trees as my backdrop.



I'm keeping things nice & simple for today's outfit post. Minimal make-up, dress, tights, and my favourite shoes. Sometimes it's so refreshing not to overthink outfits or spend a huge amount of time getting ready. I'm not much of a high maintenance girl that way. I like to roll out of bed & go. Is it awful that I get bored if my makeup routine takes longer than a few minutes?! I don't know what it is but I'm always anxious to get my day started.



Also, can I just say how in love I am with long sleeve dresses?! I can't believe it took me so long to add one to my closet. I just purchased this one from Forever21, along with several others and I'm already eying more... like this one & this one from Modcloth. So cute + perfect for the cooler weather. I like that I don't necessarily have to cover up with a cardigan too. Always nice to have a few options. ;)

Outfit Details:

Dress - Forever 21
Tights - Joe Fresh
Jeffrey Campbell Trudeau Wedge - ShopBop

53 comments:

  1. Hello
    I'm your reader for a long time.
    Never commented.
    I love your blog.

    Many kisses.
    If you want to visit me :)

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  2. I love your dress! And it's a pretty location - I won't get sick of seeing it :)

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  3. love your dress! and what a pretty background for photos!

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  4. Such a fun & ladylike printed dress - simple & classy...love it!

    www.pennypincherfashion.com

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  5. What a fun dress!! I love the print and long sleeve dresses are always awesome too. Great shots!
    xJennaD

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  6. Love the dress! The greenery of the location really compliments the look too.

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  7. What an absolutely adorable dress, Veronika - it looks like something you found after a long day of hard work (ahem, shopping) at a thrift store. What a gem! It pays to keep things simple when you have such a lovely statement piece. And really, who wants to spend more than five minutes on make-up... there are so many more important things in life :)
    xox,
    Cee

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  8. Can't believe you picked up this super cute dress from Forever 21! I need to go there.

    Outfit is great.

    Bisous
    Suzanne
    http://bisous.typepad.com/bisous/

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  9. Beautiful dress and location! And that tea sounds delicious, I've been experimenting with lemon juice in my herbal teas lately :)
    Time Stand Still

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  10. I love the whole outfit! The dress is so pretty.

    www.thepreppylittlepolkadot.blogspot.com

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  11. Simple outfits are often the best I find -- and I envy you still taking outdoor photos. I'm pretty much sticking inside lately and my photos are definitely suffering for it.

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  12. Love love love! This outfit is SO cute! And just realized would a blessing long sleeve dresses are myself! As Canadian girls, we have to be on to these things :) I got two for the Holidays at Forever 21 and thrifted a super cute one too. Cardigans don't look so nice on me so it's definitely a great solution for being chic in the winter.

    And what about the idea of bringing tea for photo sess? Brilliant! I can handle the cold now, but soon it will be too intense. I tasted vanilla tea last week and it might be my new favorite!

    Have a great week my friend,

    Virginie xo

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  13. Super cute dress V! Love the pattern and bow tie neck!

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  14. this dress is so pretty! I really love the colors and the print. also, I vote you use this location for pictures as often as you want - it's got just the right amount of color and brightness without being distracting. :)

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  15. Veronika,
    you always manage to look nothing less than fabulous.
    That dress is literally a showstopper on you.

    And, I'm loving the black tights and brown sandals. Definitely something I'm going to have to try out for this fall season.

    xoxo,
    tiana of l'esthetique

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  16. Great dress!!! I really like it!:) You look so nice...:)

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  17. Can I borrow this dress and wear it to my Thanksgiving celebrations? Thanks!
    xoxo
    Megan
    www.arayofsunblog.com

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  18. I love this look! Simple, classic looks are great and this is definitely one of those!
    Carlee
    Almost Endearing

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  19. This dress is fantastic, I love longer sleeves in winter and the pattern is fantastic xo

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  20. I'm also a lover of long sleeve dresses lately. You look cold but cute :)

    xo Ashley
    luckylittlebird.blogspot.com

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  21. That is such a pretty dress! I'm the same with makeup, it doesn't take me very long to put it on. xo

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

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  22. it only takes me about 3 minutes to do my makeup too, but i always just think 'meh, good enough!' love the dress, looks kind of vintage x

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  23. I feel like I'm constantly taking my outfit photos in the same locations, too. But hey, if it looks good and it's convenient, no worries. Especially when your outfit is as cute as this one, no one's really looking at the background. :)

    Kayley

    www.sidewalkready.com

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  24. such a cute outfit! you always make the best outfits! love the last picture

    iambornlippy.blogspot.com

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  25. Cute outfit... I love a long sleeve shirt dresses & the print is very nice...

    xo, Violeta

    http://www.shoegaloutintheworld.com/

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  26. You look great, and you are smart to go back to that backdrop, it makes for gorgeous photos! I'm loving long sleeved dresses too. I love the floral one from Modcloth you linked to!

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  27. Aren't long sleeved dresses the best?! Yours is super cute!

    http://theoccasionalindulgence.blogspot.com/

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  28. It is a great background; you should definitely keep going back.

    Also, this dress is so adorable! I just got my first long sleeve dress too and I love it! I need to keep my eyes peeled for more.

    Have a great week, hon!

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

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  29. I am totally IN LOVE with your dress!!! The print is fabulous and it fits you so well. Gorgeous as ever!
    http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com/

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  30. That print is adorable! I love how the green tights play it up even more.

    -Erin-
    OneTwoSummer

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  31. I love the tights+shoes! Something I'd be nervous to try on my own but I think you've just inspired me :)
    Bri @ Work Clothes, I Suppose

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  32. The perfect dress! The quality of your photos is amazing. Love your blog!

    xo
    Sarah

    www.stylesarah.com

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  33. that dress is amazing!! I love it!!

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  34. Oh I love your hair straight! It is beautiful.

    xoxo
    Holly
    www.myscuttle.com

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  35. Long sleeved dresses are the best. Totally agreed.

    http://thesehappyplaces.blogspot.com/

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  36. The print on your dress is so adorable! Your hair is really pretty too.

    Sincerely,
    Sabrina

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  37. I'm the same way! I like to basically roll out of bed and get ready very quickly so I can start my day! Which is why statement dresses are crucual for me. Love this one! Those colors look wonderful on you.

    <3Chelsea Elizabeth

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  38. um, Veronika...this look is critically-acclaimed okay?! wow, so beautiful. most awesome color party going on too. the mint looks especially terrific when accompanied by that super pretty sparkler of yours!!! kudos once again Martin, that ring is sooo very gorgeous!

    well, you got under some sunshine at least - the other day while walking to work i almost got blown down with the drainage. what a rain storm hey? crazy, but at least in Van, we can usually expect more mild temps than those who live back East. you held up well braving the November breeze :) can't spot one goosey or anything! xo ♥

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  39. I just love that print! It is certainly chilly out there, but the colours are just beautiful
    xo Cara
    http://www.afashionloveaffair.com

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  40. Great dress - I love the pattern and colour! Very modern retro.

    Kate xo petite-adventures.blogspot.ca

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  41. You look so pretty in that dress! Would never have guessed it was from F21, I thought it was vintage!

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  42. total prettiness ms. veronika!

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  43. Love the pattern and the colour in this dress. You look lovely!

    xo Andrea
    http://uskar-vor-inspire.blogspot.ca

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  44. Aw, your hair is so long! Beautiful :) Hope you're well my friend!

    Kristina
    Nook & Sea

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  45. I absolutely love that dress on you - looks wonderful!

    www.highheelstosneakers.com

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  46. lovely dress! Can only agree to the long sleeved dresse. They are awesome, just difficult when you have so long arms like I do! Definitely love the Sienna dress from Modcloth, you should get it asap. Will look lovely with your skin tone!

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  47. Just found you!!!


    I love your outfit & your blog!

    ♥ B
    With Love From, Michigana

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  48. Wow! Cool prints! I'm sure my daughter and wife love will love this dress!

    -YanabahTea.com

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