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SUMMER FAVORITE NAIL POLISH COLORS

July 12, 2013, 10:11 am
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OPI nail polish in "You're Such a Budapest" | Essienail polish in "In The Cab-Ana" | Butter London nail polish in "Slapper" |  Essie nail polish in "Haute As Hello" | Essienail polish in "Rock The Boat" | Essienail polish in "Bikini So Teeny" | Essie nail polish in "Under Where" | Essienail polish in "Where's My Chauffeur" | Estee Lauder nail polish in "Coral Cult" | Essie nail polish in "Naughty Nautical" | Essie nail polish in "First Timer" 

Guess my weakness for brights extends to my nail polish as well... :) What can I say,  I love the way bright colors accentuate sun-kissed skin and add a bit of drama to any outfit. What about you guys, what are some of your favorite nail colors for Summer?

Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle

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COASTAL LIVING - VENICE BEACH & MARINA DEL REY

July 15, 2013, 12:55 pm
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Saint Laurent classic duffle bag via ssense { in white here, also love this red version } | Vita Fede jewelry { mini titan crystal bracelet, titan bracelet& mini double cubo crystal ring } | Gucci Victoire sandals - sold out { similar options here& here } | Cameo here with me skirt { also love this version } | Miriam Merenfeld cascade personalized necklace& rectangular monogram bracelet | Nasty Gal chambray shirt 

Hey Everyone,

As I mentioned before, I am super excited to partner with ShopSense to share my favorite "best kept secret" spots in LA. Previously, I talked about Malibu Country Mart { see here } & Catalina Island { see here }, this time I want to talk about Marina del Rey & Venice Beach. 

Now, granted both Marina del Rey and Venice Beach are both pretty popular destinations, still, there are a few less-traveled spots around both. One of my favorite spots in Marina del Rey is the Marina Harbor, peaceful and quiet, it offers gorgeous water-front views. Emil and I like to wonder around the Harbor simply admiring the scenery, or rent kayaks and paddel boards on beautiful sunny days if we feel like being more active. Talk about being active, we got into biking again recently, and since then we've been spending all of our free time riding along the Venice Canals in Venice Beach. Much less crowded then the Venice boardwalk, the canals are a pretty great spot for a bike ride, especially if you have a soft spot for cute little cottages, pretty landscape and super friendly faces everywhere you go!:) 

Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle




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RAD ROMPER

July 17, 2013, 10:05 am
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Yumi Kim Liz romper { also love this color & this one } | Loeffler Randall Rider bag { also love this version in black } | Zara heels | Sunglasses - old { very similar here } | Vanessa Mooney Lynx cuff & Estella bracelet | Essie nail polish in "Rock The Boat" on hands and in "Bouncer, It's Me" on toes 


Wanted to say a quick hello before I leave for Miami Swim Week! I am so excited, I can hardly wait! Smack in the middle of packing right now, I am trying to figure out how to fit all the shoes I simply must have with me, in what seems to be the tiniest suitcase:) I definitely tend to bring way more stuff than I need, guess 10 pairs of shoes for 5 days may be a bit of an overkill, huh? :) Gotta work on packing lighter at some point... Or not :)

I promise to do a few posts from Miami, and you can follow me on Instagram at @VivaLuxuryBlog, so stay tuned! :)


Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle

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SERIOUSLY STUDDED

July 20, 2013, 11:35 am
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BCBG Runway Ossie jacket - sold out { also love this one and this } | Proenza Schouler PS11 bag |  Zara heels | Samantha Wills Tusk dynasty bangle | Sequin enamel bangles via Nordtstrom | Club Monaco Tamarah dress - sold out { similar here } 

Wearing what is probably my favorite leather jacket of all time... Originally, I got it for my Coachella trip { see Coachella pics here } and it's been my go to piece ever since. A big fan of jackets in general, I love the special detailing on this one, especially the intricate design on the back. Definitely one of those pieces that has the power to elevate any look to the next level and look good with absolutely anything from dresses to denim cutoffs. 

Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle

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DOLCE & GABBANA FLORAL PRINT PUMPS LOVE

July 22, 2013, 8:39 am
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Dolce & Gabbana Harriet leather pumps via Gasmy.it 


Ah, can't believe they are finally here! Thanks Gasmy.it! :) Fact is, I've been looking for a pair of perfect floral-print pumps for some time now and once I spotted these gorgeous Dolce & Gabbana ones, I knew I finally found them! I'm already imagining all the ways I'm gonna wear them... A great way to add some drama to any solid-colored outfit, I think these would look amazing with pastel-hued suits and dresses but also with simple blue jeans and an slouchy tops. What do you guys think? How would you wear them?


Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle

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CELINE DIAMOND CLUTCH & VITA FEDE JEWELRY

July 24, 2013, 11:17 am
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Celine Diamond in multicolor calf skin clutch via Gasmy.it | Gold Hawk modern deco tank& shorts { in plain grey here, in black lace here } | Vita Fedejewelry: mini titan crystal bracelet, original titan bracelet, ultra eclipse crystal midi ring, ultra mini titan crystal ring & Capri 5 wrap bracelet

I would like to start by announcing the winner of Miami Swim Week SLS Hotel South Beach & Raleigh Hotel Contest. Congratulations to Thien Nguyen from Richmond, Texas, hope you and a friend enjoy your stay in Miami!

Yet another one of my posts comprised entirely out of my favorite things at the moment:) How gorgeous is this Celine clutch? Personally, I am completely obsessed with the diamond color blocking and color combination! And of course Vita Fede creates absolutely fantastic pieces that look great layered or on their own. Of course, I prefer layered, in fact for me, it's the more the merrier!:) How about you guys, do you like to layer your jewelry?

Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle


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MIXED MEDIA

July 26, 2013, 11:21 am
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Ily Couture Cliche t-shirt| Finders Keepers Sunday morning skirt { also love this dress version } | Proenza Schouler PS11 bag | Sunglasses - old | Nanette Lepore Bombtasticjacket{ alsohere} | Tibiheels | Vita Fede jewelry: mini titan crystal bracelet, original titan bracelet, ultra eclipse crystal midi ring, ultra mini titan crystal ring & Capri 5 wrap bracelet

I've been obsessively looking for a perfect graphic statement tee for a while now, so when I laid my eyes on this super cute "Cliche" one from Ily Couture, I knew, I finally found it! Perfect for pairing with boyfriend jeans and casual denim cut-offs, today, I wanted to dress it up a bit, and in stead decided to pair it with more tailored pieces. I like pairing casual pieces with dressy ones in general, because I feel like it adds a fun twist and modern feel to an outfit. 

I also find that lately I am a bit obsessed with mixing prints, especially floral and geometric ones. I think the key is to mix prints that have what I call an "anchor" color, black in this instance, and to pair a more neutral print with a lauder, more colorful one. What do you guys think? How do you feel about mixing prints?


Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle


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SEQUINS & SPOTS: VIVALUXURY FOR JOIE

July 28, 2013, 12:08 pm
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So Real Skinny jeans& Messana top via Joie | Clare Vivier clutch | Schutz Arieli lace up booties { also love this version in black } | One Teaspoon denim jacket | Vita Fede jewelry: mini titan crystal bracelet, original titan bracelet, ultra eclipse crystal midi ring, ultra mini titan crystal ring & Capri 5 wrap bracelet

Hey Everyone,

I'm sure by now you all know what a huge Joie fan I am, based on the countless appearances it made on my blog ( see a few posts here, here& here ), which is why I am beyond excited to partner with them to showcase their new denim collection. If you read my blog on regular basis, you know that quality, craftsmanship and fit are extremely important to me, which is what attracted me to Joie in the first place. And I am happy to say that their new denim line is no exception! Made from super soft, thick denim, the "So Real Skinny" jeans have just the right amount of stretch to fit perfectly in all the right places, not to mention the fact they retain their shape throughout the day! So, no saggy knees or bum, my personal pet peeve:) I also have a weakness for special little details, and cool-looking pockets and zippers in combination with fit and quality, definitely make them one of my favorite pairs of jeans ever! 


Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle

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VIVA LAS VEGAS

July 30, 2013, 12:23 pm
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IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER: Finders Keepers t-shirt dress { also love this color& this one } | Zara heels | Lovers + Friends Angel tank dress | Isabel Marant Lucie sandals { also love thisoption& thisone} | Mikoh Swimwear Kirra bikini top& dreamland bottom | Tart Collections top & shorts | Gold Hawk modern deco tank { also here } | Estee Lauder Pure Color lip shine in "Pink Patent "& "X-Pose Rose", Pure Color illuminating powder gelee, Pure Color nail polish in "Bittersweet"& "Nudite"

THROUGHOUT: Saint Laurent classic duffle bag via Ssense { in white here, also love this red version } | Mirrored aviators - old { similar here } | Vita Fede jewelry: mini titan crystal bracelet, original titan bracelet, ultra eclipse crystal midi ring, ultra mini titan crystal ring & Capri 5 wrap bracelet 

Hey Everyone,

Finally, I get to share a few of my favorites from an amazing Vegas trip Emil and I took a few weeks ago! Even though this was not our first visit to Vegas, everytime we come here we are completely blown away by the whole experience. It's like the town gets bigger and better and brighter all the time... !

As usual we stayed at Wynn, I suppose we are a bit boring this way, but I guess we enjoy the familiarity... Why take a gamble if we already found a place we really love!  Since Emil and I don't really gamble much, we usually spent time lounging by the pool, stuffing out faces at SW Steakhouse or the Terrace Cafe, walk around the strip or go shopping. Shopping of course being the one I enjoy a bit more than Emil does:) But hey, how do you go to Vegas and not go shopping! Ahhh..., completely not possible!!!! 

But I guess one of my biggest guilty pleasures while in Vegas is room service breakfast. I take breakfast very seriously in general, but in Vegas especially, I can sit for hours sipping coffee, munching on croissants and enjoying the view below. Wish I could have breakfast like that everyday ... :) 

 Is it wrong that I am already planning my next visit? :)


Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle

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ALL THE LITTLE THINGS...

August 1, 2013, 8:19 am
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Belina necklace display& medium bracelet holder | Estee Lauder Pure Color sheer rush gloss in "Poppy Shock" & "Pink Patent" | Ily Couture Crystal Botanica necklace |  Pura Lopez studded high heel sandals | Yumi Kim beaded Ana skirt { also love this version } | Vita Fede jewelry: mini titan crystal bracelet, original titan bracelet, ultra eclipse crystal midi ring, ultra mini titan crystal ring & Capri 5 wrap bracelet | Joie Kaylie leather jacket | Free People beanie { similar here } 

Just wanted to do a quick little post about all the things I've been obsessing with lately. Some are new, some you have already seen on this blog but I decided to include them anyway, because I felt like this post wouldn't be complete without them. So, from cutest jewelry displays, yummy lip glosses and out-of-this-world amazing Vita Fede jewelry to fruit tarts from Le Pain Quotidien, here are all of my current can't-live-without you treasures! Hope you enjoy!

Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle


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NEW HAIR & KINDA CASUAL

August 3, 2013, 12:57 pm
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True Religion Cameron vintage jeans | Dolce & Gabbana Harriet leather pumps via Gasmy.it  { similar here } | T-Bags Los Angeles sequin blazer | Free People striped top { similar here } | Proenza Schouler PS11 bag | Mirrored sunglasses- old { similar here } | Vita Fede jewelry: mini titan crystal bracelet, original titan bracelet, ultra eclipse crystal midi ring, ultra mini titan crystal ring & Capri 5 wrap bracelet


I've been thinking about chopping off my hair for some time now. Initially, I wanted to go super short, like Karlie Kloss short, but once I got to the salon I realized I wasn't ready to give up my long hair just yet. So, I went with a medium length and I am definitely happy with the way it turned out! Much easier to style, it looks and feels healthier and slicker, I think. And who knows, I may just go super short eventually but for now, I like being able to wear a ponytail or do my favorite side-braid. What do you guys think? Long and wavy or shorter and straight? 



Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle

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VIVALUXURY FOR BANANA REPUBLIC x ISSA LONDON

August 5, 2013, 8:15 am
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Banana Republic x Issa London dress | Saint Laurent classic duffle bag via Ssense { in white here, also love this red version } | Schutz Arieli lace up booties { also love this version in black } | Vita Fede jewelry: mini titan crystal bracelet, original titan bracelet, ultra eclipse crystal midi ring, ultra mini titan crystal ring & Capri 5 wrap bracelet | Westward Leaning color revolutionsunglasses in orange 

To say that I've been lusting over this dress for a while now, is to say nothing! Ever since Kate Middleton donned an Issa navy blue perfection to announce her engagement to Prince William, I've been scouting the web hopelessly truing to find it. Of course, that particular style sold out in record-breaking time, so at some point I abolished all hope of ever finding it. Now, imagine how I felt when Banana Republic approached me to style a dress from their upcoming collaboration with Issa London, due to arrive in stores on August 8th. Let's just say Christmas came early this year :)

Available in a few different color options, I immediately fell in love with this fun print and color combination. But then again, I pretty much love everything about this dress... From fit and style to how perfectly versatile it is! So far, I wore it with a pair of sparkly heels and a clutch to a dinner date and cute flats and an oversized tote to a pool party, and I can honestly say it looked equally great on both occasions. And don't you love when that happens:)? 

Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle


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MINI MOMENT WITH BAILEY44

August 7, 2013, 9:02 am
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Bailey44 Road Not Taken asymmetrical silk crepe de chine drape front  top& Foreshadowing stretch woven mini skirt | Joie Kaylie leather jacket in caviar | Barbara Bui Mod's ankle boots | Vita Fede jewelry: mini titan crystal bracelet, original titan bracelet, ultra eclipse crystal midi ring, ultra mini titan crystal ring & Capri 5 wrap bracelet | Proenza Schouler PS11 bag 

This is one of my go-to casual looks at the moment. I developed a serious addiction to Bailey44 a few years ago, and their Fall collection is no exception. Love the fact that Bailey44 pieces are made from super luxurious fabrics, and fit and feel like a dream. Which is, as you know, sort of my motto when it comes to style. Clothes need to feel good and make you feel good! So, if you are a fan of feminine, clean and effortlessly-cool looking pieces like I am, check out Beiley44 website by clicking here. I finished this look with a pair super comfortable suede booties and my beloved Proenza Schouler bag, which, I know made quite a few appearances on the blog, but I can't help it if it looks great with everything:)


Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle 

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SHADES OF SUMMER - WIN 5 PAIRS OF BONLOOK SUNNIES

August 8, 2013, 8:41 am
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Sunnies in Chronological Order: BonLook Samba Lemon sunglasses, BlueSteel Tomato sunglasses, Honeybadger in Bondi Blue sunglasses - out of stock { in Gray here }, Rococo Licorice sunglasses, Bonnie & Clyde Mystic Blue sunglasses

Lovers + Friends Gracie dress in cobalt blue | Saint Laurent classic duffle bag via Ssense { in white here, also love this red version } | Zara heels | Mikoh Swimwear Makana one-piece suit { also love this version } & Off The Wall dress | Lovers + Friends Clarita skirt& cropped graphic tee | Lovers + Friends I Heart Babydoll dress | Schutz Arieli lace up booties { also love this version in black } | Clare Vivier clutch | Vitamin A Marina poncho

What better way to show off your Summer style than with a pair of great looking shades? If you read my blog on regular basis, you know how fond I am of cute sunnies, which is why I am super excited to team up with BonLook for an amazing INTERNATIONAL GIVEAWAY! This time, one lucky reader has a chance to win 5 pairs of sunglasses from I am wearing in this post!

TO ENTER GIVEAWAY:

Simply CLICK HERE to sign up for BonLook Newsletter


For Extra Points, twit the following message: "International #GIVEAWAY with @VivaLuxury + @BonLook #win 5 pairs of sunglasses, ENTER --> http://vivaluxury.blogspot.com"



This giveaway will last for 7 days, until Thursday August 15, 2013. I wish everyone the best of luck! 

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SUMMER SEAFOOD & FRUIT SALAD RECIPE

August 10, 2013, 9:56 am
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Calphalon immersion hand blender | Schmidt Brothers Cutlery bonded teak series knife, sold as a 7-piece set | Pier One Imports Antique Scroll dinner plate & San Marino oil bottle | Francis Ford Coppola Sofia Monterey County Riesling  

If you read my blog on the regular basis and follow my instagram, I am pretty sure by now, you all know what a huge foodie I am. LA has more than a few great restaurants and Emil and I definitely take full advantage of this, sometimes maybe a little too much :) But the truth is, as much as I love going out to eat, I enjoy staying in and cooking something fun just as well. Since my schedule gets pretty crazy, I love it when I can carve out some time just to have a quiet evening all to myself, catch up on my reading, watch something mindlessly fluffy on TV, have a glass of wine and do a little cooking. I call these evenings my "mini celebrations", sort of like a gift to myself I suppose:) This particular seafood salad, which happens to be one of my favorites, is absolutely delicious and super easy to make. I like to pair it with Sofia Monterey County Riesling because it really brings out the flavor of this wine, especially the delicate notes of pears, apricots, white peaches, green apples and pineapple. So, I hope you enjoy this recipe and please let me know if you have any questions!

INGREDIENTS: 

4 cups of baby arugula leaves
1 pineapple
2 mangoes
1/2 Lb of fresh strawberries
1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1 fresh lime
1/2 Lb large shrimps 
2 table spoons of snipped fresh mint leaves + 3 or 4 leaves for garnish
4 table spoons of extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup of pecan halves
3 tablespoons of sesame seeds
coarse salt & black pepper to taste

PREPARATION:

Start by dicing pineapple, 1 mango and bell peppers into bite-size pieces and chopping strawberries in halves. Once you are done, combine diced pineapples, mango, bell peppers, strawberries, pecan halves and baby arugula leaves in a large bowl. Salt to taste. 

For the dressing, combine 1 diced mango, 2 table spoons of sesame seeds, 4 table spoons of extra virgin olive oil and 2 table spoons of mint leaves in a blender or food processor and blend until the mixture is completely smooth. 

Season shrimp with salt and black pepper to taste, grill for about 3 minutes, and immediately toss into the salad. Next, arrange the salad on a plate, drizzle with dressing and garnish with remaining sesame seeds and mint leaves. And voila, you are all done! 

Thank you for reading
& Bon Appetit,
LOVE,
Annabelle


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BASICALLY BLACK AT BCBGMAXAZRIA SS2014 EVENT

August 12, 2013, 7:57 am
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BCBG studded jacket { also love this option here } & sunglasses { alsohere} | Pura Lopez gold studded high heel sandals | Nanette Lepore 15 minutes dress { also love it in pink here } | Vita Fede jewelry: mini titan crystal bracelet, original titan bracelet, ultra eclipse crystal midi ring, ultra mini titan crystal ring & Capri 5 wrap bracelet | Proenza Schouler PS11 bag 

I wanted to share a few images from an amazing BCBG SS14 Resort Preview event I had the pleasure of attending recently. It was held poolside at the Maison de Soleil, a spectacularly gorgeous home of Lubov and Max Azria, which of course served as a perfect backdrop for resort collections. I wish I could post all the amazing looks we shot that day, because trying to pick favorites was not an easy task at all. But in the end, I chose the ones, which in my opinion, represent the spirit of each collection the most and ... possibly the ones I am personally dying to get my hands on:) I fell in love with black and white color scheme, graphic and floral prints at BCBGMAXAZRIA & BCBGMAXAZRIA RUNWAY, fringe dresses at HERVE LEGER and of course one-of-a-kind, show-stopping gowns at BCBG ATELIER. Oh, and don't get me started on the shoes! I definitely need those ankle-cuff sandals in my life! Preferably in both, black & white:) What about you guys, what are your favorite looks? 

Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle 

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CASUAL CROCHET

August 13, 2013, 8:21 am
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Aleeyas Romance set sandals in silver | Crochet sweater - old { similar here& here } | BonLook BlueSteel Tomato sunglasses | Saint Laurent classic duffle bag via Ssense { in white here, also love this red version } | Shorts - old { similar here& here } | Vita Fede jewelry: mini titan crystal bracelet, original titan bracelet, ultra eclipse crystal midi ring, ultra mini titan crystal ring & Capri 5 wrap bracelet | Essie nail polish in "First Timer" & "Maximillian Strasse-Her" on hands and "Play Date" on feet

Not sure what's happening with LA weather lately, but it feels like it can't make up it's mind. It changes momentarily, and cold, cloudy mornings sometimes turn into beautiful sunny days. Of course sometimes they don't, that's why when the sun does come out, it certainly much appreciated:)! Because the weather was so nice yesterday, Emil and I decided to visit one of our favorite places, the Getty Villa. Since I knew we were going to be walking around quite a bit, I decided this was the perfect occasion to wear my new flats. Aside from being super comfortable, I am quite obsessed with the gorgeous jeweled uppers, made with real crystals. I also love the fact that the jeweled uppers come in a variety of colors and styles and are interchangeable. At the moment I can't decide between the Glamour and Desire sets. Which one do you guys like best? Or should I just get both?:)

P.S. If you like the sunnies I'm wearing in this post, you're in luck! CLICK HERE to enter INTERNATIONAL GIVEAWAY via BonLook to win 5 pairs of sunglasses, including the ones I'm wearing in this post!  

Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle 

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HELLO MOTO

August 15, 2013, 9:21 am
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Hudson Stark moto jeans { also love this version in black } | Rag & Bonetop | Friend of Mine Captains Cape via NastyGal | Emporio Armani shoes | Vita Fede jewelry: mini titan crystal bracelet, original titan bracelet, ultra eclipse crystal midi ring, ultra mini titan crystal ring & Capri 5 wrap bracelet | Proenza Schouler PS11 bag |  BonLook Honeybadger in Bondi Blue sunglasses - out of stock { in Gray here }

Suppose by now, it's pretty obvious cobalt is one of my favorite colors, if not the favorite color. Something about this vibrant shade of blue makes me want to wear it over and over again, few recent examples { here, here& here }. And black, white & cobalt color-combo happens to be my particular weakness:) But then of course this outfit is a combination of  lot of my favorites... I mean, you know how I feel about structured & tailored pieces, like this coolest-ever slit sleeve, leather trimmed silk cape. Super versatile, I'm also thinking of pairing it with leather shorts or tailored mini skirts. So, I guess it's pretty fair to say, this cape will be making quite a few appearances on my blog:)

P.S. Today is the last day to enter BonLook INTERNATIONAL GIVEAWAY to win 5 pairs of sunglasses, including the ones I'm wearing in this post! So, CLICK HERE to enter if you haven't already done so:)

Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle

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BLUSH N' BLACK

August 18, 2013, 1:17 pm
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Truth & Pride silk blazer | A.L.C. Scotty shorts { in white here } | Pamela Love for Zadig & Voltaire snake ring& bracelet | Joie top - sold out { similar here } | Tibi shoes | Saint Laurent classic duffle bag via Ssense { in white here, also love this red version } | Essienail polish in "Go Ginza" & "Bond With Whomever" 

Back in my uniform, while indulging in some Fashion Week shopping with my girls. BTW, love having Fashion Week as an excuse to buy all the shoes I've been eyeing for a while:) When it gets super hectic, there is nothing I miss more than spending a day with my friends, hitting a few of our favorite stores, grabbing lunch and just catching up.... Ah, wish I could do it everyday:) But I suppose, then these days wouldn't be as special, huh? 


Thank you for reading
& Keep On Smiling,
LOVE,
Annabelle

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ROSE SANGRIA RECIPE

August 19, 2013, 9:08 am
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Francis Ford Coppola Sofia Monterey County Rose | Michael Aram cheese board & knife set | Crystal bowl - old { similar here } | Pottery Barn mercury glass vase - sold out { similar here }

Happy Monday, Everyone!

I want to take this opportunity to share another one of my super-easy and quick recipes. As I have mentioned before, as much as I like going out to eat, I love staying in just as well. Sometimes, all you need to create a special evening is your favorite bottle of wine, something yummy to munch on and a chance to cuddle up with a great book. So, whenever I'm in a mood for such an evening, I like to grab a bottle of Sofia Monterey County Rose, a particular favorite, and make a super refreshing Sangria. Reason why I like to drink it this way, is because fresh berries help to bring out the delicate notes of strawberries, lavender, cherry, raspberry and citrus zest in this wine. So, I hope you enjoy this recipe and please let me know if you have any questions! 


INGREDIENTS:

Sangria:
1 bottle of Francis Ford Coppola Sofia Monterey County Rose
1 bottle of sparkling water
1 cup of sugar
1 cup of raspberries
1 cup of white peaches, diced
1 cup of strawberries, diced
1 lemon, juiced
2 oranges, juiced + 1 orange for garnish

Hours D'oeuvres:
1/2 cup of cottage cheese
1/2 cup of cherry jam 
1/2 cup of toasted almond
1 box of crackers or crisps


PREPARATION:

Sangria: 
Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl, and stir well to help dissolve the sugar. Once you are done, refrigerate Sangria for about an hour. Next, pour the mixture into individual glasses and garnish with orange slices. 

Hours D'oeuvres:
Top each crisp with half a spoon of cottage cheese and cherry jam, garnish with almonds. 

Thank you for reading
& Bon Appetit,
LOVE,
Annabelle
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