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

SHORT STORY

(Extend Nude Multi Sandals - shopjellypop.com, Zara shorts, cooperative mixed media neon bag - urbanoutfitters.com, Claudine colorblocked shirtdress - raecollections.com, Asos spike stretch bracelet, cute ones here & here)

 Absolutely loving the weather lately, I know I say it a lot but we do get those nasty, cold days in LA sometimes:) I got this dress in New York and was pretty excited to finally wear it. Love how versatile it is, looks pretty cool as a dress and as a shirt. And of course the combination of colors is so pretty!

In other news, I am pretty excited to collaborate with shopjellypop.com to introduce their new Spring 2012 collection of shoes via lookbook.nu. For my look, I chose these cute mixed upper sandals, because I just love a nice chunky platform for Summer. So, just this one time, HYPE if you like the look:)

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Happy Monday,

Love,

Annabelle

ORANGE POP

(Open back shoulder cap dress - shopakira.com, Zara sandals cooerative mixed media neon bag - urbanoutfitters.com,  Asos spike stretch bracelet, cute ones here & here)

As I mentioned before, I've been taking full advantage of LA sunny weather by wearing more of dresses. To be completely honest with you I am a jeans and t-shirt kind of a gal. I feel most comfortable in a pair of skinnies, heels and a flowy top. But lately I've been trying to break out of my comfort zone. Interestingly enough and perhaps because I didn't wear dresses often in the past, wearing one now, sets a special tone for the rest of the day. I feel like I am having my own little celebration for no special reason at all:) So, I find myself, a creature of comfort and habit, embracing change and actually liking it.... Just a fair warning, you may be seeing a lot more dresses on my blog in the near future:)

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Here is to taking chances,

Love,

Annabelle