LACE PACE

Bev-Hills top via Nannete Lepore | Crystalized nail ring, Neon spike necklace, Crystal spike necklace - all via Minusey | Benatar London Fog jeans via Kasil Workshop | Thrifted linen blazer | Zara clutch & heels | ASOS claw ring, spike stretch bracelet & skinny cross bangle  | OPI nail color in Iris I was Thinner on hands and Ogre the Top Blue on toes

I would like to start by announcing Goodnight Macaroon International GIVEAWAY winners! Congrats to Sara from A mulher e a mode, who won a $150.00 Gift Card and to Lucy Molony who won a $50.00 Gift Card to spend on anything at Shopgoodnightmacaroon.com

Ah, I am so excited, at last Emil and I managed to get some time off so we can go to Palm Springs. Seems like we've been planning this trip for months now, ever since we came back from New York fashion week to be exact. But something always came up and we kept postponing. But no more, this time the room is booked, half of my closet is packed and ready to go and we have 3, scratch that 3 and a half days ahead filled with lounging by the pool, sipping cocktails decorated with little umbrellas and doing a whole lot of nothing. You can follow our little Palm Springs adventure on Instagram @vivaluxuryblog

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Keep on smiling,

Love,

Annabelle

BOTANICAL BRIGHT - WIN OPPORTUNO DRESS

(Opportuno Venecia cashmere & silk-blend dress, Zara blazer & heels, Ann Taylor Large Leather clutch, ASOS claw ring, spike stretch bracelet & skinny cross bangle) 

Somebody asked me recently why I named my blog VivaLuxury, which got me thinking I never really discussed the meaning behind the name of my blog. You see, to me, the word luxury is synonymous with comfort, confidence and overall good feeling. My blog, above all else, celebrates the idea that clothing must be enjoyable to wear and make you feel good. Which brings me to this week's giveaway, when Opportuno contacted me about hosting a giveaway for one of their gorgeous designs, I couldn't help but think that a lightweight cashmere and silk dress represents a quintessential VivaLuxury item. I mean really, does anything feel better than cashmere?:) So, without further adieu, this week you have a chance to win a beautiful Venecia dress made from the finest Italian silk & cashmere. Hope the winner enjoys wearing it as much as I do!

THIS GIVEAWAY is open to everyone,

OLD FRIENDS AND NEW and it will SHIP INTERNATIONALLY

TO ENTER:
1. LIKE this post on BlogLovin by CLICKING HERE

2. FOLLOW Opportuno on Twitter by CLICKING HERE & LIKE Opportuno on Facebook by CLICKING HERE

3. FOLLOW VivaLuxury on Twitter by CLICKING HERE & LIKE VivaLuxury on Facebook by CLICKING HERE

4. Mention this GIVEAWAY on either Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr or Pinterst with a link back to this post

Please leave a comment here including your email address so I may contact you if you win! The GIVEAWAY will last for 7 days until Monday June 11, 2012. I wish everyone the best of luck!

LAVENDER LOVE

(Denimocracy Anarchy knit leggings, pureDKNY crochet sweater - similar here, Tibi Amber high heel sandals, Rebecca Minkoff Circle Quilt bag, ASOS claw ring & spike stretch bracelet, also loving this one)

 

If you visit my blog on regular basis, you know I drool over anything lavender. Something about the color reminds me of Summer, sunshine and freedom. Since my ever-expanding jean-pant collection did not yet include a pair in my favorite color, I was pretty psyched to come across these babies. This particular shade makes me especially weak in the knees:) 

Emil and I shot these pics last Sunday. We had one of those impossibly relaxing, gloriously lazy days, driving down Topanga canyon, car windows rolled all the way down, wind in our hair, sipping on iced lemonade, listening to Led Zeppelin. I think Summer is here:)

P.S. Like my Denimocracy knit leggings? You can win them! Denimocracy is giving away a pair to one lucky winner!

Open to US and International participants, all you need to do to Enter, is LIKE Denimocracy Facebook page by CLICKING HERE 

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Keep on smiling,

Love,

Annabelle

STARBURST

(Sheinside sleeveless chiffon top, Rag & Bone jean legging in goetz print, Tibi Amber high heel sandals, stylebymarina sequin clutch, ASOS claw ring & spike stretch bracelet, also loving this one)

  As you can see, I continue on my quest to wear every bright color imaginable. Funny, I never used to be such a fan of brights. For years, my wardrobe was dominated by black, white and various shades of navy. Ok, maybe it was dominated by black a little more than everything else. I started to introduce new shades in a way of accessories fairly recently. I think bright accents are probably one of the easiest ways to wear color. Of course, those few bright accents led to more color in my wardrobe in general. And now, well, now I am a complete color addict. What a difference a few years make:)

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Keep on smiling,

Love,

Annabelle

PRETTY PEPLUM

(River Island cream floral print skinny trousers, white cap sleeve peplum top & rose gold toggle bracelet, Zara heels, Botkier satchel, ASOS claw ring & spike stretch bracelet, also loving this one)

First, I would like to start by announcing the winner of Vitamin A International GIVEAWAY. And the winner is Anita O from Brazil! Anita is planning to wear her Vitamin A suit at the gorgeous Carioca Beach! Congrats and I think I speak for everyone when I say we expect to see pictures:)

In other news, I mentioned before that I have a few more GIVEAWAYS coming up, the second of which starts next week. So stay tuned and I will keep you posted!


This week I am very excited to team up with River Island to showcase some of my favorite fashion trends for SS12. Since I am such a fan of feminine dressing, peplum is certainly one of the trends I look forward to wearing this Summer. To keep this look soft I added a pair of cream trousers in a delicate floral print. How about you guys, which is your favorite trend this Summer?

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Keep on smiling,

Love,

Annabelle

PURPLE N' PLEATS

(Sheinside pleated skirt, Jenny Bird Arethusa Gold Coin Bib necklace, J Crew silk blouse - similar here & here, Zara heels, stylebymarina clutch, ASOS claw ring & spike stretch bracelet, also loving this one)

Hey Everyone,

I wanted to take this opportunity to say Happy Birthday to my hubby Emil! I wish you all the very best, may this year bring you lots of happiness and laughs! Thank you for being the most wonderful person ever!:)

For his B-Day, we went to our favorite restaurant for some dinner, drinks and dancing. The purple number above is what I wore. Dressed up, yet comfortable enough for dancing. On a personal note, I always opt for wedges when I know I am going to spend a lot of time on my feet. You get the appearance of wearing high heels, without purple toes in the morning:)

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Keep on smiling,

Love,

Annabelle