22.11.11

the traveler

I had the most wonderful surprise recently... I won this darling Shabby Apple dress ("The Traveler") in a giveaway over on the beautiful blog Demure Folk!!! 



I don't have many modern frocks in my wardrobe, a fact I often lament; as nice as it is to have a closet stuffed with 70 year old dresses, it isn't practical in the least. This little lovely is such a welcome addition; it fits like a dream and is so beautifully tailored, in a sturdy fabric. The fact that some of the proceeds go to charity really wins me over, too. The only problem is that I shall have to wait until Spring to wear it outside properly, hehe!



Our meadow looks so pretty in its late Autumn golden glow.



 Thank you so very much to Tess and to Shabby Apple for holding the giveaway! ♥
I'll definitely be a repeat customer!
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27 comments:

  1. RachelNovember 22, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    That dress looks darling on you! And I agree, it is nice to have a few newer, less delicate items in your wardrobe.

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  2. Crystal LeeNovember 22, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Super cute dress! Your hair height is impressive!

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  3. RachaelNovember 22, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    That is a gorgeous dress on you girl!

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  4. Marie November 22, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Love the blouse! So pretty!

    Marie @ Lemondrop ViNtAge
    I'm having a giveaway...

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  5. UnknownNovember 22, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    Very cute, love the candy stripes! x

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  6. Emily & GracieNovember 22, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    So cute! It's very flattering, what a great win!
    - Emily

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  7. I Art FashionNovember 22, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    It looks great one you.
    Great pics

    http://iartfashion.blogspot.com/

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  8. RebeccakNovember 22, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    stunning!

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  9. Harlow DarlingNovember 22, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    That dress is so gorgeous!!! Shabby Apple make such sweet dresses, if only their postage to Australia wasn't so expensive...*sigh*

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  10. Young Vintage GirlNovember 22, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    I love it, even though I am use to your, as you said ,"70 year old dresses". You still look as angelic as ever! :)

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  11. ArianneNovember 22, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    I'm glad you won it! I think it's definitely you.

    A from A Plus B in the Sea

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  12. Lindsay CillessenNovember 23, 2011 at 3:27 AM

    You look amazing!

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  13. Pull Your Socks Up!November 26, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    Oh the frock is simply glorious on you Dakota:). Yes, I know what you mean about everything in one's wardrobe being so old and fragile. Sometimes it's just nice to pop something on without the worry of a split seam etc. But your new frock looks very vintage and congratulations! Your home is looking really lovely in the autumn, I love seeing the change of seasons in Vermont - we don't get them here in Brisbane. xo

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  14. The Thriftaholic (Leilani)November 27, 2011 at 11:05 PM

    I love the Ascot tie top and the high waist of the skirt, the dress looks like a cross between a Gibson Girl and a fabulous 1940s career girl! Lovely makeup, hair and backdrop as always. Can't wait to see more of your autumn outfits.

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  15. Zoë WintersNovember 28, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Oh, I should enter these things more! I won a card on the hello lucky blog a while ago and it made my week! :) You look like a total sweetheart in this outfit! ;) Have a lovely week! Zoë x

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  16. Victoria / Justice PirateNovember 28, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    ahhh that is such a lovely dress. I think that was the one I had on my site a while ago for a giveaway but of course I couldn't win my own haha. You look wonderful!!! Congratulations on winning it!

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  17. CarysNovember 28, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    I love that dress, it really suits you! Beautiful hairstyle too!
    From Carys of La Ville Inconnue

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  18. PixyNovember 28, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    I love your dress! Very cute, and such a pretty setting. :)

    melodyinink.blogspot.com

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  19. RandiNovember 29, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous (as usual!). I couldn't agree more with previous comments, I am totally getting a Gibson Girl vibe from your hair and mid-century secretary from the dress- wonderful! Stunning!

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  20. UnknownNovember 29, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    wonderful pictures, fabulous outfits, amazing scenery - plus you are such a beauty! i love Vermont, i am not far - Montreal

    I am a new follower, found you via Desiree- isn't she cool!

    Ariane

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  21. KateDecember 2, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    Congratulations for winning this! The frock is indeed quite pretty. Here's something you woudl like to check out -
    Your Style Personality
    Are you a fashion misfit or the best-dressed person around?
    http://www.3smartcubes.com/pages/tests/style-personality/style-personality_instructions.asp

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  22. DakotaDecember 2, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    Thank you, dears for the comments!! <3
    I'm ever so busy with final exams at the moment, but your kindly words sure cheered me up!

    Kate, I'm a fashion misfit.

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  23. Charlotte, a Menina Maçã:December 4, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    i'm amazed!

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  24. KristinDecember 6, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    I love your style!
    This outfit is absolutely adorable

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  25. two birdsDecember 7, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    your beauty matches the backdrop! i love this outfit...it is so perfectly suited to you!

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  26. riderDecember 7, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    A girl dreams of!

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  27. Annie_VintageDiggs.comDecember 16, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Gorgeous dress! Something about it reminds me of Mary Poppins!

    xoxo,
    annie

    http://vintagediggs.com/2011/12/holiday-vintage-dress-giveaway/

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