As much as I’m sad that I’m no longer in Toronto with my family and friends, I can’t help but be excited to get back into blogging. I’ve missed you all!
First things first, if you’d like to learn about my favorite ways to get a summer glow (sans the actual sun, of course)—please visit Joan’s blog The Baloney Bug where I’ve written a guest post on just that topic (self tanners and bronzers galore!)
I’ve decided to break up my Toronto trip into multiple posts that range from outfits to purchases to fun with friends. I also plan to film my Canada haul video on Saturday and I’ll post the link on my Facebook page as soon as the video goes live—or you can subscribe to my channel on YouTube for video notifications.
The first day of our trip was Wednesday. In true Veronika fashion, we picked up our rental car and headed straight to Yorkdale mall to meet my friend Jamie for lunch at Pickle Barrel and do some shopping. I wanted to get shopping out of the way on that first day so that we could focus on spending quality time with family and friends for the rest of the trip.
The day after my shopping spree, I wore one of my new acquisitions, a neon pink dress from H&M (by the way Houstonians, the new H&M opens here at Baybrook Mall [yes, really,] on May 31st).
So, what does a girl wear with a neon pink cotton dress? I paired mine with nude sandals, a bright green blazer and a spray tan that made me about 7 shades darker than my natural skin tone. Love.
Dress- H&M
Necklace- Banana Republic
Sandals- Steve Madden
On my toes: OPI “Lincoln Park After Dark”
Watch/Bracelet- Michael Kors/J.Crew
Franziska says
I haven't found a lot of styles that I've fully embraced with the whole neon/super bright color, but I fully approve of this look! Love how you brought it back to neutral with the jacket and shoes 🙂
Small Town Gal says
Love your new neon pink dress, so cute! I have one neon pink stripe tee which makes me look much tanner than what I really am.
When I am visiting home in Toronto, I always want to do some shopping to get it out of my system before I can totally relax with friends and family.
DaintyandDecadent says
I love that neon color and the dress style 🙂
Maria
http://www.daintyanddecadent.com
Jill says
I love that dress! You look great, also Im still bummed that Steve Madden stopped making those flip flops before I could get a pair =(
Momma Totally in Love
Events by Lindsay says
Jill, I'm not sure if you've heard of this store, but I saw some nearly identical sandals at Rue 21 this weekend. They had black, nude, and hot pink for around $15. I can't vouch for their comfort or durability, but they were very cute!
Meg O. says
Hey now! I am not feelin' the love for the Clear Lake area. 😉 You can always lunch with me and go to H&M in one trip.
Anyway, love the combo of the pink and green! You look gorgeous as always! Looking forward to reading about the rest of your trip!
Schnelle says
I LOVE that dress! Your spray tan looks great too. I'm going to check out that guest post now.
Paige says
Awww, we missed you too!
Meaghan says
This dress is to die for. Perfect pink for summer.
xxM
District Sparkle
Canadian Beauty says
woohoo you were right near me! I hope you enjoyed your trip to Toronto- looking forward to hearing more about it 🙂
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Pamela says
love this look veronika! I am loving neon so much too 🙂 the spray tan looks really good on u!
MissAllycat says
You look fabulous! What size did you get the jacket?
MissAllycat says
You look fabulous! What size did you get the jacket?
Tristan Paige {at} Sunshine! says
I absolutely love H&M!!! Great find!
Jayne Becca says
Bright outfit! So glad you guys are getting a H&M soon! I don't know what the prices are like for you guys but they are very reasonable over here! Love the dress V, glad you're back! I missed your posts!
missjaynebecca.blogspot.co.uk
Anastasia from Natbeesfashion says
Hi Veronika,
Your dress is fantastic!I love the bright colours!
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xx
Cait says
ohhhh veronika what an adorable dress 🙂
Sarah says
Love this dress!! Wish I had an H&M closeby so that I could buy one for myself 🙂
Sarah
smalltowncatwalk.blogspot.ca
Nicole says
LOVE love love the pink dress!
Jenny says
That neon color is BANGIN'! lol Love it on you and your pretty summer skin 🙂
elizabethashleyphoto says
So glad you had a great and safe trip! Excited to see your recaps! You look great here! And happy birthday! (lots of !!!, ha)
Glo's Blog says
I love this dress, it looks great paired with the green blazer! 🙂
glofashion3.blogspot.com
Ashley K says
That dress is so stunning! I love the hot pink color on you, looks great.
Raquel says
Such a cute outfit!! The color is amazingggggg.
I read your guest blog post, and you should do a video of all your favorite self tanners!
Andrea Clare says
so cute! the colour is amazing on you!!
Meggy says
From the girl that used to wear mostly black, I LOVE IT! You look great. I have this dress in a pale mint.
Meggy from Chasing Davies
Beautygirl24 says
I have to get this dress! It's the perfect little neon outfit for Summer.
Blake @ OGP says
Veronika, how much was the H&M dress? It's lovely!
Lindsey [Realistically Lovely] says
That color pink looks amazing on you.
Julie says
loving the neon pink, it makes you look so tan!
The Waspy Redhead says
That is super pink, but I'm not shocked in a bad way. Love it. Will consider this trend though I'm usually shy of color.