Month: January 2020

Everybody Knows

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I don’t know if you’re one of those confident people who can walk into any situation and just feel like they belong.  Me, I’m a decent faker.  Inside I rarely feel like I quite fit in, but I’m told that it usually doesn’t show.  It’s a skill I worked long and hard to develop, because I’m always worried that everyone can hear that little voice that I hear, and just see how I’m not one of “them”.  Sometimes I wonder if everyone feels that way to a degree but that they just don’t let it bother them.  Me, I often have a soft panic going on under the surface that Everybody Knows… and mind you, this is not just IRL but here on the grid as well.  The difference is that in Second Life I know that I always look the part, that I know how to pull a look together.  Maybe that’s why I’m a shopaholic?  Not sure who knows the answer to THAT one lol, but in any case, enough with the self-analysis, and on to the shopping! Enjoy!

  • Gown:  in.SANITY Designs – NEW! Jewel.  Beautifully elegant, elegantly beautiful. Very simple lines, with a single jewel right under the bodice.  7 Colors available separately or in a Fat pack with a HUD for all. Sized for Slink, Belleza, & Maitreya.  Demo available.  Also on Marketplace!
  • Head, Skin, Eyes:   LOGO – Willow
  • Makeup:  LOGO – Enhanced Ombre Glosses & Glossy Eyeshadows (I made my own eyeshadow combination!)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_DREAM
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega)
  • Jewelry:  RH Engel Jewelry (extinct vendor) – Kasbah Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  FOXCITY – Night, Sassy 3
  • Location:  Backdrop Central

A Living Statue

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Have you ever wanted to be a goddess (or a god, if you’re a guy) and had statues made in your image? I remember as a kid walking through museums, striking the poses of the statues and paintings, wondering what it would be like., but never wanting to be worshiped, just to be loved.  More recently, I remember the first time I saw a living statue… I thought it was real, and nearly jumped out of my skin when it moved.  I find them fascinating… the combination of artistry and patience is amazing.  The chance therefore to be a living statue was one I couldn’t pass up.  I hope I did it justice. I did one learn very important thing… I definitely do NOT have the patience to ever be a living statue IRL (not that I ever actually considered it, but hey, you never know where life could lead you, right?)  So that’s definitely one future career choice that’s never to be lol.  So on to the next! Time to take my cracked skin off and let the real girl out!  In the meantime, happy shopping!

  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Hally, worn in Cracked.  This is an older skin, no longer even available except upon request.  But I’m such a fan of 7DS, that whenever I’m looking for something particular in terms of skin, I always go to them first.  And I had something VERY particular in mind for my living statue, a metallic or stone skin.  Whereas this skin is neither, I felt that it was not only suggestive of both but also much more imaginative in that the crack showed a glimpse of the “real girl” hiding underneath, as you can clearly see in the closeup below.  I do definitely want to make note of the fact that Hally is a beautiful skin when worn in “regular” tones, too, but truly exceptional when looking for something totally different.
  • Dress:  Skindustrial Bodyworks (SKBW) – Flashy Dress, worn in silver.  This dress is exactly how it’s named… a flashy little minidress with spaghetti straps.  6 color options, sized for Hourglass, Freya, Isis, Lara & Maitreya.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the January Swank Event, January 7th – 31st.
  • Pedestal:  3rd Eye Perceptions – Living Statue Pedestal.   Mesh with materials, this pedestal comes with a HUD to change its metals & stone, for the look you want.  It includes 60 animations -24 female solo (standing & sitting), 24 male solo, 6 cuddles, & 7 XXX because yes, this is an adult item that is EXCLUSIVELY available at the very first Spicy Event, January 10th – 27th. 
  • Head, Eyes, Lips:   LOGO – Willow
  • Hair:  Besom – Beautiful Maids
  • Jewelry: Maxi Gossamer – Night Diva Jewelled Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Set:  FoxCity – God is a Woman Photo Booth

 

She walks in beauty like the night

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Friday night was my 12th anniversary in Second Life.  NOT my rez day, my anniversary, with the same amazing guy.  Our first date all those years ago was at Frank’s, back when there were poseballs.  (If you don’t know what those were, each set was for one particular dance.  To dance something else, you needed to jump to another set that wasn’t being used.)  Being a first date, we started with something innocuous, a waltz.  After a while, we jumped to something like a foxtrot.  And then the original SL3 became available, definitely a romantic choice in those days, something that carried meaning, and I remember wondering if he’d suggest we make the jump.  He did, and the rest followed.  It’s been a fabulous 12 years, and so Friday was therefore a pretty special occasion for me.  We were going to Frank’s (like we’ve done every single year on our anniversary!), which meant that I wanted to look my very best.  Because it had been so many years together, I wanted a gorgeous gown that combined a sense of elegance and style with pure sexuality.  I tried on lots of gowns… LOTS.  But the moment this one was on, I just knew.  It was the one.  Kind of like with my guy.  I just knew.  Sighs, smiling.  Now go have fun shopping!

  • Gown:  Guguvaga (GGVG) Fashion – Nelly Gown.  Worn in looped lace; also available in a solid silvery white.  The texture is sensational; in low light, the circles actually gleam silver without being glitzy in the least (I tried to catch it in the images, but you really need to see it in person).  It heightens the elegance of what is a truly sexy, totally alluring gown.  Includes the pearl necklace & the hip pearls, as well as the optional shawl, which definitely kicks the classiness up a notch or two but hides the asymmetric cut across the chest & the thin pearl strap.  I wore it out for the evening with the shawl until I hit the dance floor, at which time I took it off so that I could really move.  Stunning, glamorous, there are simply not enough superlatives for this gown.  Sized for Slink H/P, Belleza F/I, Legacy, & Maitreya, & EXCLUSIVELY available at the January Swank Event, January 7th – 31st.
  • Head, Skin, Eyes:   LOGO – Willow
  • Makeup:  LOGO – Enhanced Ombre Glosses & Glossy Eyeshadows (I made my own eyeshadow combination!)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  TRUTH – Bloom
  • Nails:  Difference – Black/Silver Nails
  • Shoes:  SlackGirl –  Agatha
  • Lingerie:  Bella Moda – Black Lace Heart Crotch Cover
  • Jewelry:  AvaGirl – Lisa Pearl Knotted Bracelet;  Cailyn’s Classic Jewelry – Pearl Twist Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Poses:  STUN – Majestic Pose Gift (with shawl), Rosalia 3 (without shawl)

After the Shower

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Blogging adult home decor items can be tricky when both your blog and your FlickR account are rated safe.  Generally I opt for the pure “no avatar” route (which also opens up some additional home decor groups in FlickR that require no avatars in the shot), but in some instances, I really feel that it takes the “human” touch to make a scene come alive.  And yes, although all of the animated items in this set are adult in nature, several did have non-sexual animations, but I felt those went too far the other way, deep into PG territory.   For the purposes of creating the right mood without crossing any lines, I therefore opted for a somewhat controversial route… using a separate pose.  For me, it works, intimating that it’s an adult set-up without going into actually showing anything adult.  If I crossed another line and did another no-no, well, so be it.  I like it, I hope you like it, and I hope my sponsors like it.  Other than that, all I can do is say “Happy shopping!”

  • Bench:  Salacity – Bath Bench.  Adult item with solo & couples poses with props, plus three texture items.  The perfect addition to any bathroom setup!  EXCLUSIVELY available at the very first Spicy Event, January 10th – 27th. 
  • Shower:  Tylar’s Treasures – Midori Bathroom Shower.  Animated with 8 bento couples cuddles + sequence, 8 bento multi-speed  adult + sequence, 6 male + 6 female bento singles + sequence.  Shower goes on/off by touch; door opens by touch as well.  Both adult & cuddle versions available EXCLUSIVELY available at TWE12VE January 12th – 31st.  (NOTE: shower floor is not included)
  • Sink:  Tylar’s Treasures – Midori Bathroom Sink.  Animated with tooth brushing & face washing, vase prop menu on touch, animated water appears when you sit.  EXCLUSIVE at TWE12VE January 12th – 31st.
  • Towel Rack/Floor Mat:  Tylar’s Treasures – Midori Bathroom Towels & Mat.  9 color texture change menu.  Another EXCLUSIVE at TWE12VE January 12th – 31st.
  • Wall Art:  Tylar’s Treasures – Midori Bathroom Wall Art. 9 color texture change menu.  Another EXCLUSIVE at TWE12VE January 12th – 31st.

Also shown:

  • Hamper:  Magnum Opus – Basket Hamper with Towel
  • Towels on Floor:  Magnum Opus – Folded Towels
  • Shelves:  E-mesh – Decorative Bathroom Shelf
  • Pose:  MC*Poses – Girl Going Out of the bath #001 (includes towel)
  • Set:  custom-built by me

The Dressing Room

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Do you shop alone for clothes or do you have a shopping buddy? I basically do all my shopping alone, though there are times I definitely consult my “stylist”, my absolute best friend inworld Rene Broux.  Since most of my shopping IRL is online these days, or if not, it’s still definitely on my own, I sometimes miss those days of stepping out of the dressing room all excited, looking for affirmation that yes, this outfit looks great.  Here inworld I sometimes question “does this work” when I’m mixing ‘n matching from different brands (as I did here) though I rarely need to ask “is this me”.  For example, this adorable skater skirt comes in several fabric choices… this particular plaid felt a little “schoolgirlish” for me and I was going with a chic black-and-white tweed, but when I added this jacket and top, suddenly it pushed the outfit into a sexy mix of contrasts that I fell in love with.  This is EXACTLY the happy but slightly questioning look I would have when stepping out of the dressing room, asking “well, what do you think?”  Since no one was there, I’ll have to ask YOU lol!  Happy shopping!

  • Top:  !!smesh – NEW! Jacket & Top. VERY versatile, hangs beautifully, can be worn separately.  Includes a HUD that lets you color the jacket, the inside (the lapels), & the top separately using a color picker so you can adjust the tone to exactly where you want to be.  Transparency is also on a slider (that’s why the button placket is darker!); you can also go full bright if you choose.  Sized for Tonic, Slink H/P, Belleza F/I/V, eBody Curvy, Dragon, Tiger, & Maitreya. Demo available.
  • Skirt:  MOZ Designs – “Britney” Skater Skirt. Original fitmesh in cute plain colors OR Burberry, houndstooth, & colorful plaid textures! Sized for Slink, Belleza, Maitreya, Tonic, & eBody.  EXCLUSIVE at the January eBento  Jan 11th – 31st. Demo available.  Remember to wear your Muses tag for 25% OFF instore & at events!
  • Boots:  MOZ Designs – “Evie” Thigh High Boots. Original fitmesh in suede & soft anilene leather, sized for Slink, Belleza, Maitreya, Tonic, & eBody.  Available at the January eBento  Jan 11th – 31st & at the mainstore. Demo available.  Don’t forget that Muses tag for 25% OFF instore & at events!
  • Backdrop:   CEBO – “Fitting Rooms” with built-in pose set.  Simply awesome backdrop/set for any fashion blogger, it comes complete with 12 stands & 4 sits.  And of course, you can always use your own poses & use it purely as a backdrop, but these poses are just so good! EXCLUSIVELY available at the January Swank Event, January 7th – 31st.
  • Head, Skin, Eyes:   LOGO – Willow
  • Makeup:  LOGO – Enhanced Ombre Glosses
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  Diva – “Womo”, at Collabor88
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega)
  • Jewelry:  L&B Jewelry – Boho Earrings & Necklace (Free Gift); Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band

Romantic Privacy… in Bed

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Although I certainly knew it before, one thing that has definitely literally been driven home for me this month is how many gorgeous beds there are out there.  I could very happily spend quite a bit of time bedhopping, looking at the gorgeous styling, rotating all the textures, and sampling the animations. In fact, I’ll confess right here that that is exactly what I’ve done lol, and what I show here in my blog are the ones that are my personal favorites, shown in the way that I personally prefer, based on the space that I have.  And that’s important… EVERYONE’S taste is different.  You may love a set a set I show, but prefer a white bed… read the details.  Just about every bed I show has texture change built in, which you can usually play with at the in-world display, as well as see all the coordinated pieces that are available.  Beds are some of the most fun shopping you’ll have, especially with sets like this which have given as much attention to the solo sits as the couple… great fun!  Happy shopping!

EVHAH – Boracay Bedroom Set, truly a dreamlike bed with its curves & lots of candles, that just says ROMANCE. The headboard makes me think of antlers, which is perfect for my mountain log home, but with the hanging fabric as well as a round top curtain (not shown, since it doesn’t really fit indoors), this bed is equally perfect outdoors in a beach or tropical setting.  Includes 9 texture changes for all the fabrics, & is loaded with animations for singles & couples, cuddles & adult.  The hanging fabric not only adds to the beauty of the bed, but it also provides a sense of seclusion & privacy no matter where you are.  And did I mention all the candles? Being indoors, I didn’t use the little ones that are designed for scattering around the floor, but there are still plenty… soooo romantic! EXCLUSIVELY available at the January Swank Event, January 7th – 31st.  The set includes lots of other pieces; here’s what I’ve shown:

  • Boracay Bed (includes the rug)
  • Boracay Table
  • Boracay Octagon Lamp
  • Boracay Lamp
  • Boracay Curtain (on the door)
  • Boracay Branches

Here’s what I didn’t show:

  • Boracay Curtain Round
  • Boracay Vase
  • Boracay Deco Wall
  • Boracay Divider
  • Boracay Centerpiece
  • Boracay Candle

Snuggle with Me

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Well, I don’t know what it’s like where you live, but where I live, we’re back in the cold.  Somehow that little dalliance with warmer temperatures just made it worse.  Now Mother Nature saying is saying “Hah, just fooling! Here, take that!” as she blows freezing air right off the river at me as I shiver and rush the dog through her paces.  All I want to do is go home, climb back into bed, burrow under the blankets, and dream of snuggling with my baby… Instead, I have to get dressed and go to work.  It’s just not fair lol… at least on the grid I can enjoy the beauty of winter without freezing my you-know-what off, or tp off to tropical climes.  Ahhhh, that’s the life!  Shop happy!

  • Outfit:  1 Hundred – Snuggle Me Set, worn in Mint (8 color options available).  I just love the simplicity of the cropped little top, the heart shaped waist, & the torn-out knees on the leggings.  Adorably irresistible, & that’s the point isn’t it when all you want is to be snuggled?  Sized for Hourglass, Freya, & Maitreya, & EXCLUSIVELY available at the January Swank Event, January 7th – 31st.
  • Head & Eyes:   LOGO – Mae.
  • Skin & Shape:  LOGO – Naomi, worn in Blossom, together with a very slightly modified Naomi shape which is specifically made for the Mae head.
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  Doux – Air
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega)
  • Jewelry:  Cae – Reesha Collection; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  Infiniti – Close 3 (Gift at La Vie en Pose, January 10th – 25th)
  • Bedroom:  NaughtyBits – Brandi Bedroom, featured in yesterday’s blog; available exclusively at the 1st round of the Spicy Event, January 10th – 27th.

Spicy and Sweet

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Have you heard about the Spicy Event? It’s brand new, dedicated to adult furniture and ONLY adult furniture — no fashion, no accessories, no body parts, nothing else at all.  The event opened its doors on January 10th, and this first round will last through January 27th.

I thought for my very first Spicy blog, I’d focus on this absolutely stunning bedroom set.  No, at first glance, you can’t tell it’s adult furniture, but believe me, it most definitely is, with hundreds of high quality animations.  But one thing that does immediately strike you — especially if you see it on display — is that it’s HUGE… the entire suite consists of 17 individual pieces.  Sometimes I think that can be offputting for those with small spaces, so rather than try to jam everything in, I wanted to show how this set could be beautifully utilized by picking and choosing pieces that I felt made for a perfect bedroom.  You may not choose to use the same pieces as I did; in fact, that’s why I’m showing the room done in two ways, swapping the fireplace out for a wardrobe and dresser.  In fact, the set is offered in two different fatpacks & lots of other ways, because the designers get that everyone has their own taste, their own needs, their own amount of space. The point is that no matter what the size of your room, what pieces you select, or what textures you choose (yes, there’s lots of choices for both fabric and woods!), this is one sweet “naughty” bedroom set!

NaughtyBits – Brandi Bedroom.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the very first Spicy Event, January 10th – 27th.   Pieces shown in the main picture are:

  • Bed – over 560 animations; bedding & wood texture change menu
  • Bedside tables (left & right) – touch on/off Lighting & personalized photo frames;  texture change menu for wood &  lamp
  • Fireplace – log fire & candles all have a touch on/off menu; texture change menu for wood, marble, runner & artwork
  • Bench Seat – over 60 animations; cushion & wood texture change menu
  • Bedroom Wall Hanging – texture change menu for artwork
  • Dance Ottoman – over 65 animations; cushion & wood texture change menu
  • Chandelier – touch on/off lighting
  • Floor Lamp – touch on/off lighting
  • Ancient Greek Pottery Decor (large & small)
  • Area Rug
  • Live, Laugh, Love Wall Decal

A simple swap, shown in the alternate pic below in place of the fireplace:

  • Mirrored Dresser – texture change menu for wood, runner & roses
  • Wardrobe – over 60 animations; wood texture change menu

Not shown:  Sofa; “Naughty Girl” ottoman

Set:  Sainstreet – Gift Room Backdrop (FREE on MarketPlace)