Aquamarine + Minted Republic Giveaway

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New dress – c/o Love, purse – Lulu Townsend, heels – Aldo, necklace – Amazon

The heat wave passing through the Bay is so, so nice. It reached 95 degrees yesterday. I know a lot of people hate it, but I get cold very easily. So warm weather is my favorite weather ever. Plus it reminds me of Hawaii πŸ™‚

I received this lovely aquamarine dress from In Love with Fashion. It’s a pretty, lightweight dress, and great for warm weather. The material is very, very thin though, so you need to wear a slip, and the back isn’t quite backless, but it does require a backless bra. I have invested in the Invisible Uplift bra by Victoria’s Secret, and I say “invested” because at about $70 and only 25 wears, it is pretty pricey. I don’t know what else I can wear with a backless/dress top otherwise, do you?

Now time for another giveaway! This one is sponsored by Minted Republic, and if you win, you can either opt for $25 store credit (which just about pays for the top I wore here) or 1 of these 3 fabulous dresses:
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Please note that the first 4 steps are mandatory! Thanks!


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Good luck! πŸ™‚

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130 Comments

  1. Anonymous
    April 22, 2012 / 8:01 pm

    Your dress is beautiful! (I probably use the word beautiful too often when commenting on your blog. I need to think of a more creative adjective)I can't imagine how many people were staring at you while you were doing the shoot. xx

  2. el_martina
    April 22, 2012 / 8:07 pm

    your dress is very pretty!

  3. Katarinna
    April 22, 2012 / 8:40 pm

    great!Katarina Bernatovic,k.bernatovic@hotmail.com

  4. Vanessa Cruz
    April 22, 2012 / 8:45 pm

    So pretty πŸ™‚

  5. WearAbouts
    April 22, 2012 / 9:01 pm

    Roryrory@wearaboutsblog.comThanks so much, Jess! And that dress is PERFECT ON YOU. the color, the cutout back, everything. You look gorgeous <3Rorywww.wearaboutsblog.com

  6. Elizabeth Exposito
    April 22, 2012 / 9:13 pm

    Gorgeous dress! I would love to win this giveaway! I LOVE the light pink dress on the far left! Twitter: @EkayexpositoFB: Elizabeth-Kay ExpositoEmail: eleganceblog@hotmail.comXOXOElizabeth E~elegancebyelizabethkay.blogspot.com

  7. Sydney Nguyen
    April 22, 2012 / 9:46 pm

    Sydney skittles550@gmail.com Love the light pink dress! Thank you! πŸ™‚

  8. Teli
    April 22, 2012 / 9:46 pm

    I love that dress! Im joiningfollowed youGFC teli lalasemail: kristeli10[at]hotmail[dot]comkrzteli.blogspot.com

  9. anschluss_phau23
    April 22, 2012 / 10:51 pm

    lovely outfit!Paulaanschluss_phau23@yahoo.com<3 <3

  10. mel
    April 22, 2012 / 10:55 pm

    twitter: @mellonelilymelody.erlea@gmail.comfb: facebook.com/melody.erlea

  11. Diane
    April 22, 2012 / 10:58 pm

    Your dress is beautiful!!! Great giveaway!xxdeeane.a[at]gmail.com

  12. Diane
    April 22, 2012 / 10:59 pm

    Forgot to write my name :SDiane Attienyoxx

  13. Josie
    April 22, 2012 / 11:25 pm

    Awww beautiful dress. I love the detail of that belt actually, and how it's doubled up.And I really don't have any advice about bras because I never owned a backless anything, lol. Not brave enough! But thanks for the tip about the VS one.. it is expensive but very cool that it works! I'll keep that in mind for whenever I decide to (wo)man up lol Do they not sell similar affordable ones? πŸ™ And I totally joined your giveaway, I super want that tank top lol!Name: Josie Leeemail: 8bitgrayscale@gmail.comβ™₯β™₯ Josie :: 8bitgrayscale

  14. lovelywife_pettitmom
    April 22, 2012 / 11:27 pm

    that so lovely color…pretty on you

  15. Ashley K
    April 22, 2012 / 11:55 pm

    It was quite warm here in SF yesterday but its back to being cold and foggy. I like the heat much better. Hmm that is quite pricey maybe you should look into Frederick's of Hollywood they have something similar I believe. I know they have skin tones pasties that stick on all the same too those work well. -Ash

  16. Blush
    April 23, 2012 / 12:06 am

    you looks amazing! love the back detailing on the dress πŸ™‚

  17. Lorna
    April 23, 2012 / 12:13 am

    Lorna Baoemail: dupy80(at)yahoo(dot)com(ar)thanks! =)

  18. Rachel
    April 23, 2012 / 12:15 am

    That clutch is so cute- would be great for this upcoming wedding season

  19. Natalie Conkel
    April 23, 2012 / 12:24 am

    I love your dress especially the color and the back! Personally i invested in the same VS bra, but you can get a backless sticky bra for 16-25 dollars at Walmart or Target in the lingerie section- saved my bank account. They are washable and have lasted me more than 25 times, i usually buy one every month! Anywho, loving your blog, so i shall be your newest follower! And just entered your contest as well, i ADORE the first dress. Hope i win, xoNatalie Conkelnatalieconkel@gmail.comhttp://www.jesuisnataliec.blogspot.com

  20. celliasaragih
    April 23, 2012 / 12:36 am

    celliasaragih[at]gmail.com

  21. Jeline
    April 23, 2012 / 1:08 am

    How gorgeous can you even get!? Gah. You look so lovely and the color of that dress as well. <3Visit my blog? xThe Damsel in a Dress

  22. Quiet a Dreamer
    April 23, 2012 / 2:26 am

    Your so beautiful! Your dress is sophisticated!:)xoxoMischellehttp://www.quietadreamer.com/

  23. Juneli
    April 23, 2012 / 3:52 am

    Love this color on you, Jess and what a beautiful dress! That rosette clutch is so pretty!

  24. Miss Daisy
    April 23, 2012 / 4:04 am

    Your purse is adorable!xoxowww.secretsofmissdaisy.blogspot.com

  25. kmmyp
    April 23, 2012 / 4:50 am

    thanks for the giveaway!!! :)Kim Yap (kmmyp)kmmyp@live.com

  26. craycraystyle
    April 23, 2012 / 5:00 am

    I really like that back! I think you could have done a racerback bra with this or get those flower sticker things. OR at victoria secret has that bra you can wear like 100 ways.

  27. Kris
    April 23, 2012 / 5:13 am

    i want your dress!xxxwww.cristeene.blogspot.com

  28. Szappanbubi
    April 23, 2012 / 5:54 am

    Szabina (Luzics)porcukorborso at gmail dot com

  29. Kate F.
    April 23, 2012 / 7:16 am

    gorgeous dress! and i like your nail polish its so cute!

  30. Katrine
    April 23, 2012 / 7:46 am

    You look beautiful as always! I love your clutch πŸ™‚

  31. Marissa
    April 23, 2012 / 7:47 am

    The dress is so fab *____*elleapense@gmail.com

  32. Sandy a la Mode
    April 23, 2012 / 12:30 pm

    sandy chang sandyalamode@gmail.comthis is an awesome giveaway jess! thanks for the chance to win!

  33. Anonymous
    April 23, 2012 / 2:01 pm

    You are gorgeous and stunning!ing_301@hotmail.comhttp://janet301.wordpress.com/

    • Anonymous
      April 24, 2012 / 1:21 am

      By the way, my name is Janet Tiong =)

  34. caise
    April 23, 2012 / 2:20 pm

    such a beautiful dress

  35. Ka Mila
    April 23, 2012 / 2:24 pm

    I love This!! :-))www.live-style20.blogspot.com

  36. Evey
    April 23, 2012 / 2:40 pm

    Love the dress on you, amazing!xoxEvelynwww.stylespy.nl

  37. Tippy
    April 23, 2012 / 2:42 pm

    Your lipcolor suits you!tipsbytippy.blogspot.com.au

  38. Squared
    April 23, 2012 / 3:06 pm

    beautiful dress!!

  39. socialitedreams
    April 23, 2012 / 3:59 pm

    great giveaway, i'd want one of those pretty dresses featured..the one to the right is so cute

  40. thehautecookie
    April 23, 2012 / 4:22 pm

    i love this color on you! you are beautiful as always! xO!www.thehautecookie.com

  41. Rebeca MuΓ±oz LΓ³pez
    April 23, 2012 / 4:53 pm

    Love it this outfit!www.urbanikamoda.blogspot.com

  42. mjr
    April 23, 2012 / 5:16 pm

    The dress is very nice and goes so well with your skin tone but maybe a belt the same color as the clutch would have looked better.. love ur make up!

  43. Henry Chen
    April 23, 2012 / 5:21 pm

    Such a fun spring dress~ You look fantastic! Is the belt part of the dress, or did you add it, cuz it's super cute!

    • Jess
      April 30, 2012 / 10:04 pm

      thanks henry! i added it, but i think a tan skinny belt would have been better πŸ™‚

  44. Naama A
    April 23, 2012 / 5:24 pm

    love that dress on you!Naama Aharoninaama_aharoni at hotmail[dot]com

  45. Giovanna
    April 23, 2012 / 6:20 pm

    Super cute look! Love the color of your dress and the belt your used!xxGiovannawww.oliveandanarrow.com

  46. Stylist Steph
    April 23, 2012 / 6:40 pm

    Really cute dress, I love the back detailing and the colour is amazing. Great clutch too!!www.styliststeph.blogspot.com

  47. Nieszka
    April 23, 2012 / 7:01 pm

    Love the dress! It looks so sweet and feminine πŸ™‚ Perfect for summer! Your hair is so gorgeous! memoriesoftimespast.blogspot.com

  48. Van S. - PureGlam.tv
    April 23, 2012 / 8:42 pm

    You look absolutely beautiful with your dress!CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN GIVEAWAYVan – PureGlam.tv / Bloglovin / New Facebook-Page

  49. Voma
    April 23, 2012 / 9:06 pm

    Beautiful outfit!

  50. Kelynnma
    April 23, 2012 / 10:07 pm

    Kelynnma Madison @ kelynnma@gmail.comI love all the dresses, gorgeous!!

  51. Helena Resende
    April 23, 2012 / 10:32 pm

    That mint dress looks beautiful πŸ™‚

  52. Kat
    April 23, 2012 / 10:43 pm

    wow sooo beautiful!!!katslovefashion@Yahoo.com

  53. Miss Kwong
    April 24, 2012 / 3:25 am

    ah what a wonderful soft dress…perfect to attend a garden party or a wedding…just soooo beautiful on you!xFind me on: Miss Kwong – Art and Fashion

  54. Vivian
    April 24, 2012 / 6:11 am

    That mint dress is gorgeous!Name: VivianEmail: eunmax@gmail.comxo VivianFlightgirl Fashion

  55. stin
    April 24, 2012 / 12:24 pm

    lovely dress <33anw lovely giveaway,joined :)austinilovebeingteenager@gmail.com

  56. Kim L
    April 24, 2012 / 2:22 pm

    yeay another giveaway!Kimglamourina@gmail.comxKim accidental encounters accidental encounters : Lovisa GIVEAWAY

  57. my very own lookbook
    April 24, 2012 / 2:27 pm

    cute dress and clutch! I'm entering your give-away!name: Sophieemail: myveryownlookbook@gmail.com

  58. Sunkissed
    April 24, 2012 / 6:59 pm

    You look gorgeous :)http://www.sunkissed-style-file.blogspot.com

  59. GingerGirl
    April 24, 2012 / 9:05 pm

    I join the giveaway! :)Name: Ginger CollageFb: Ginger CollageTwitter: @Ginger_CollageEmail: gingercollageblogger@gmail.comβ™₯ β˜… β™₯ GINGER COLLAGE β™₯ β˜… β™₯

  60. Anonymous
    April 24, 2012 / 11:54 pm

    Beautiful love the detail and adorable clutchwww.rawfashionmagazine.com

  61. Well...
    April 25, 2012 / 12:10 am

    Ahhh, I love this brand! Their clothes are so gorgeous. Definitely entered Jess :)And oh, another gorgeous outfit from you. Flawless as always! Adore the rose budded clutch. Such a pretty little bag <3Name: LindaEmail: wisegurl543@yahoo.comTrendy Teal

  62. Jessica @ Here(and)Now
    April 25, 2012 / 1:04 am

    simply girly perfection! you are gorgeous xx

  63. Connie
    April 25, 2012 / 1:57 am

    Nice aqua dress! Very pretty & elegant on you! & cute clutch.hhm would one of those bras where you can alter the straps to criss-cross work for this dress? & I have no idea the VS uplift bra only has 25 wears for $70!

  64. Connie
    April 25, 2012 / 1:59 am

    & sry what're the first 4 steps for the giveaway? LOL =p

  65. Nicole
    April 25, 2012 / 8:02 am

    this dress is so nice!Name- Nicole Steemsonemail- nsteemson@hotmail.comπŸ™‚

  66. Foung
    April 25, 2012 / 10:59 am

    You are pretty and i like your style!mary-janechoupix9@gmail.com

  67. Diva In Me
    April 25, 2012 / 4:38 pm

    How I wish when I was visiting SF, it was this weather! I would love to be out in the sun wearing what's on you and snapping pics away! You lucky girl! Definitely gorgeous in this dress which you already are to begin with =)

  68. Ashley W.
    April 26, 2012 / 4:54 am

    Your dress is simply perfect, the colour looks amazing on you.

  69. Beatrice Balaj
    April 27, 2012 / 5:53 am

    These are such beautiful photos.Now following your blog on bloglovin, hope you can also return the favor ;)Xo,http://www.sacosha.com/

  70. Katrina Bay
    April 27, 2012 / 7:18 am

    Thank you for the giveaway!Katrina Baypumpskicks[at]gmail[dot]comPumps & KicksGiveaway Collection at pumpskicks-giveawayedition.blogspot.com

  71. Diana L
    April 27, 2012 / 11:17 am

    I don't know what to choose because there are many things on the site that I like :-DAnyway, hope I win something.Name: Diana LungGFC: Diana LEmail: youarecutewhenyouscream@yahoo.com

  72. girlinthelens
    April 27, 2012 / 12:14 pm

    Hi Jess, such a beautiful colour for a dress on you! I'd absolutely love to win the Minted Republic voucher, they have some gorgeous items! My name is Natasha F and my email is girlinthelensblog@gmail.com.http://girlinthelens.com/

  73. Mon H
    April 28, 2012 / 8:03 am

    I adore your blog, and your fashion style :)You are absolutely beautiful, and I can't wait for your next gorgeous outfit posts β™₯Thanks for hosting this giveaway :DName: Monica H.Email: pinkhearts.silverstars[at]gmail.com

  74. fashion suicides
    April 28, 2012 / 3:38 pm

    Coco Riverafashionsuicides @ hotmail.com FASHION SUICIDES!

  75. rosemarie627
    April 29, 2012 / 4:20 am

    Beautiful dress! Great special occasion dress as well!

  76. agnieszkazg
    April 29, 2012 / 9:39 am

    Agnieszka InsiΕ„skaagoooooosia@gmail.com

  77. Lhey Ralston
    April 29, 2012 / 8:13 pm

    Lovely. Just lovely!Lheyhttp://www.mommylhey.comlheyralston@yahoo.com

  78. BelatedBloomer
    May 4, 2012 / 6:48 am

    I like how everything is soft in this look…from the pastel colors to the rose details on your purse. :)http://thebelatedbloomer.blogspot.com

  79. Anonymous
    November 29, 2014 / 2:31 am

    So goegeous and so sophisticated!!

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