And the winner is...

Dilan Dilir!

Congrats! We'll be in touch!

Thanks, Leslie! Best wishes, everyone :)

Giveaway!

Today's giveaway comes from LemonSweet Jewelry, a darling online shop that specializes in simple, dainty jewelry (like the quatrefoil pieces above and the adorable elephant necklace below). Shop owner Leslie is giving one sweet reader the opportunity to win one piece of her choice from her shop! What would you pick?

To enter, you must be a follower of An Air of Surprise via GFC (leave a comment below with your GFC name) and 'like' Leslie's Facebook page. Don't have a Facebook? Just follow me on Twitter instead!

For an extra entry share this giveaway on your blog (be sure to link back and leave a

link to your post in a comment below!) OR tweet about it! Feel free to copy and paste this message:

"i'd love to win a lovely piece of jewelry that LemonSweet Jewelry is giving away on @hello_Rimi 's blog http://bit.ly/Ng88IU"

This giveaway will end on Monday July 30th at noon EST. 

Best wishes, everyone! Thanks again, Leslie!!

And the winner is...

Cynthia!

Congrats, beautiful! We'll be in touch.

To all my other fabulous entrants...thank you so much! If you didn't win, no worries: more giveaways real soon!

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Blog anniversary giveaway!

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Exactly one year ago today, I started this blog. As a token of my appreciation for the kindness that you all have shown me over the past year, I'm giving one of you lovely ladies an opportunity to win one of five goodies that I've picked out from ASOS, a blogger's fashion dreamland!

Any beauty product of your choice from this page. (Marilyn would love this!)

This sleek red midi dress, which would be perfect to take on vacation for dates in quiet restaurants (plus, the red will look great in photos!).

This spiked cuff, which would look so tough and modern wrapped around your arm.

This adorable playsuit which, you could wear over your swimsuit as your play frisbee on the beach or while lounging around your house on a rainy afternoon.

This totally chic clutch, with a faux-snakeskin finish, which works just as well for daytime as it does for evening.

{To Enter, you MUST:}
1) In the comment section below, list two of the five items that you would love for me to send you. Depending on availability, you'll get your first pick. Otherwise, I'll send you your second choice! Leave your email address and blog address (if you have one) along with your comment!

2) Follow An Air of Surprise via GFC (and leave your username) OR follow me on Twitter (and leave your username)


{Extra Entries:}
1)  Follow me via GFC, if you did not already (and leave your username) OR follow me on Twitter, if you did not already (and leave your username)

2) Blog, Facebook or tweet about this giveaway (and leave a link!)
[Stumped on what to say? Feel free to use this tweet:]

@hello_Rimi 's blog is one year old, so i entered her @ASOS giveaway to celebrate it! follow this link to celebrate along with us! http://bit.ly/LzlgTJ

So! That's five prizes to choose from, three possible entries, and one winner! **This giveaway will end Monday,  June 25th at noon EST**


Best wishes, lovelies!

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And the winners are...

Victoria and Gigi!

Congrats! We'll be in touch.

Thanks so much, Susan!

Giveaway!

 

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Today, I have a very special treat for you guys! I will be giving away two pairs of earrings to two lucky ladies, courtesy of Susan of Libellula Jewelry and Cicada Silver, whose earrings are so earthy and bohemian and always seem remind me of beautiful fountain gardens.

For a chance to win...
1) Follow An Air of Surprise via GFC (and tell me the name you follow under)
2) 'Follow' Susan's blog OR 'follow' Susan on Twitter!

For two extra entries, 'follow' me on Twitter...easy!

This giveaway will end on Monday, June 4th at noon EST.

Susan, thank you, dear! Best wishes, everyone!

And the winner is...

The Lacquer Factor! (I'm sorry...I don't know your real name!)

Congrats!! We'll be in touch.

Thanks, everyone else, for playing!

Giveaway!

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Today's giveaway comes from Madrona Studio, a super-cool design collaboration shared by husband and wife duo Dustin and Heather. The pair specialize in creating eco-friendly pieces (like this clay necklace!), as well as amazing drawings and watercolors (my friend Bindi would love this).

Today, one of you lovely ladies will have the chance to win this wonderful pair of earrings, which would be the perfect statement piece to add to your jewelry collection. To enter, just follow Air Air of Surprise via GFC (and leave your GFC name!) or Bloglovin', and leave a comment below. For an extra entry, 'like' Madrona on Facebook! Just be sure to let me know you've done so in a separate comment.

This giveaway will end Monday, April 23rd at noon EST.

Best wishes, every one, and thanks, Heather and Dustin!!

And the winner is...

Ashlyn H.!!

Congrats! We'll be in touch.

Thanks again, Noelia! Everyone else, thanks for playing!

Monday Giveaway!

 

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Today, Noelia of The Modern Romance is giving one of you the chance to win this beautiful gold dandelion ring, which would be perfect to wear everyday, or just on special occasions.

And the winner is...

Lauren!

Congrats, dear! We'll be in touch soon.

Thanks, Victoria! Thanks, everyone!

Giveaway!

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Today's giveaway comes from Lavender Field, an Etsy shop based in Cyprus that specializes in beautifully hued crochet jewelry (these three pieces are definitely among my faves), as well as modern wire and stone jewelry.

And the winners are...

Jo- Refractor earrings

Arianti- Vintage shirtdress

Yasmeen- Infinity scarf

Adriana- Knot bracelet

Beth- Pollen Cosmetics eyeshadows

Congrats, all! You'll be hearing from me very soon...

Once again, a million thanks to Zuhal, Alison, Jenny, Nicola, and Lindsey...you've all been simply wonderful!

And to everyone else who entered, thanks for playing!

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Holiday Giveaway!!

For you, my lovely readers, I have five awesome items up for grabs.

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These gorgeous earrings, by the beautiful Zuhal of ViZU.AL accessories, which are totally glamorous and will shine wonderfully against the soft, white snow. {Facebook}

This vintage shirt dress (straight from the 50s!), found by the incredibly sweet Alison of MyAvonlea. You could wear it with tights and an overcoat this winter, and with strappy wedges next summer!

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An über comfy and totally chic infinity scarf (in a color of your choice!) by the darling Jenny of Remember A Day. I loved them all so much, I ordered one for myself!

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This super unique knitted knot bracelet, by the adorable Nicola of Nikala Jane, which has been hand-dyed to give it that brilliant color block pattern.

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These gorgeous shadows, handmade by the wonderful Lindsey of Pollen Cosmetics. Each of these shadows goes on incredibly smooth, suits tons of skin tones, and will last all day! P.S. Most of her shadows are vegan-friendly!

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NOTE: If you can't see the giveaway widget above, read on...

To enter, like this blog via GFC or Bloglovin'. For extra entries, "like" Zuhal, Alison, Jenny or Lindsey on Facebook or "follow" Nicola on her blog. Each "like" or "follow" is worth one entry. You can also blog about the giveaway, just link to this giveaway post in your post, and leave a link to your post in a separate comment. So that's up to seven possible entries, which should all be done in separate comments.

A HUMONGOUS thanks to Zuhal, Alison, Jenny, Nicola and Lindsey!

Best wishes, everyone!!

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And the winner is...

Samantha!!

Hooray! We'll be in touch.

Leslie, you've been so sweet...thanks a bunch! And to everyone else, thank you for playing!

Giveaway!

Today's giveaway comes from Lemon Sweet by Leslie, where you'll find rope bracelets, dainty heart necklaces and loads of other charming pieces of jewelry! Shop owner Leslie has given one of you lovely readers the opportunity to win this turquoise arrow necklace, which you could wear with a checkered sweater this fall or with a striped tank next summer!

To enter, just follow An Air of Surprise via Google Friend Connect or Bloglovin'. For an extra entry, "like" Lemon Sweet by Leslie on Facebook. Just be sure to let me know that you've done so in a separate comment. This giveaway will end next Sunday, November 27th at 12 PM EST, and a winner will be chosen at random later that day. If the winner does not respond within 3 days, a new winner will be chosen. Please ensure that there is a way for me to contact you.

Leslie, thank you dearly! Best wishes, everyone!

UPDATE: I made a bit of a typo...the giveaway is due to end on Sunday the 27th, not Monday the 28th. Please accept my apologies, the error has been corrected.

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And the winner is...

Valencia! 

Congrats!! We'll be in touch.

Annie and Deborah, thank you dearly for hosting this super cool giveaway! Every one else, thanks for playing!

Giveaway!

Way back in August, I discovered the multi-functional Furoshiki, which is a Japanese wrapping cloth that can be used to carry things, wrap things, and perform tons of other useful tricks. Well, Annie and Deborah of Lulu Wraps have graciously offered up the large Edward wrap, made of black and white striped organza. How wonderful would this be to travel with? It could go from a shoulder bag, to a halter top to a gift wrap, all with absolute ease!

To enter, just follow An Air of Surprise via Google Friend Connect or Bloglovin'. For an extra entry, "like" Lulu Wraps on Facebook. Just be sure to let me know that you've done so in a separate comment. This giveaway will end next Monday, November 7th at 3 PM EST, and a winner will be chosen at random later that day. If the winner does not respond within 3 days, a new winner will be chosen. Please ensure that there is a way for me to contact you.

Annie and Deborah, thanks a bunch! Best wishes, everyone!

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