Category: Fashion

Late day in late summer

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http://Late Day in Late Summer

And we’re back to stress IRL! Construction has begun on the lanai renovation, and of course we ran into a problem on the very first day.  It seems that the existing irrigation lines go right where the footers need to be for the concrete, so we had to watch the concrete guys pack up and go while we resourced an irrigation guy to quickly come and cap off the lines (quick, easy, not too expensive) so that the concrete work can resume next week.  Hopefully, all we lost was the one day in our schedule.  Of course now we need to get all new lines put down… an unanticipated expense (not even estimated yet).  But what’s a secondary issue is that it means we have NO irrigation until then… and in Florida, it’s the dry part of the rainy season, so if go without irrigation, our lawn and plantings would suffer and potentially die.  So it’s back to the old-school way of hooking up a hose to a sprinkler and then manually moving it around the property… definitely not as effective but hopefully it will keep everything alive if not thriving.  Never a dull moment!!!  All this added stress and necessary paperwork/research/etc has impacted my SL schedule, and now I’m desperately trying to get a last few posts in for the month.  I’ll apologize right now that I’ll be hitting the tail end of events, but as always, the status of “exclusive” and “sale” may end, but the featured items are always available after that at the main store (generally with a delay of one or two days).  Let the weekend officially begin!!!

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Melody Shorts Set.  Melody includes a corset top, midcut short shorts (both with fabulous lacing, up the front for the top & down the sides for the shorts), & matching flat sandals, & is available in 6 individual colors, a HUD-driven 6 texture Slimpack, or a Fatback of 12, all with 100% Original Textures.  She’s sized for Legacy, Hourglass, Freya, Kupra & Maitreya, & is EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at the July round of the WOW Event, closing TODAY July 30th.  (After that, it will be at the main store.) Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Sunkiss
  • Hair:  TRUTH – Eclipse
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Tattoo:  Carol G – Fleshly
  • Hat:  ZOOM – Luxury Windbreak Hat
  • Pose:  STUN Poses – Bianca

Margarita Time

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http://Margarita TIme

Lace.  I appear to have it on the brain this month; I just noticed that I keep being drawn to outfits that utilize it to maximum advantage.  I’ve also realized that the same thing is happening in my real life lol, with a few new lacy things finding their way into my closet.  It’s just so feminine and so versatile, though with the caveat that it must be done well.  And of course, I’ll be the judge of that lol!  Well, it’s hump day, and as the saying goes, it must be 5 o’clock somewhere, so it’s margarita time, sometimes a necessity to get over that hump!  And after that, well, who knows???  Enjoy!

  • Outfit:  COSMOS Apparel – Gill 3-Pieces Set Lace.  The lace top, solid bra & tight little skirt can all be worn separately, but oh my, what a look they create together!  You have so many choices with the HUD… I prefer wearing a solid bra of the same color as the top, but with a contrasting silk edge on both pieces that matches the skirt.  I also added some contrast piping on the skirt to match the top… what an awesome look, I just LOVE IT!  And the textures!  The play of light on both the top & the skirt is subtle, but oh so lovely & realistic!  Available in a 12-texture fatpack with HUD.    Sized for Legacy, Hourglass, Freya, Tonic, eBody, Maitreya, & Kupra.  EXCLUSIVELY at the July round of the Swank Event, open through July 31st.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Sunkiss
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Hair:  bonbon – morina
  • Makeup:  GOREGLAM – Heartseeker
  • Nails:  Avanti – Petra
  • Sunglasses:  BONDI – Tony
  • Jewelry:   IT! (Indulge Temptation) – Gipsy Rose Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  Le Poppycock – Into the Afterglow; ChicChica – Margarita
  • Location:  Essencia Hotel

Catch the Wind

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http://Catch the Wind

My mind has been blank today in terms of “blog content.”  Life has just been rushing past, as it tends to do, with many hours lost due to migraine, and others spent doing a little of this and a whole lot of that.  It boggles my brain how quickly weekends seem to come around, and yet how little I sometimes seem to accomplish.  Yet I don’t begrudge any of my time spent inworld… I happily create a look, tweaking and tweaking more, and then the next stage of fun begins, setting up a shoot.  I originally went off on a “tribal” kick with this one (my mind went from “tribal print” to “safari”), did a whole shoot but had that niggling feeling in the back of my mind that something just wasn’t right; I showed the final (but thankfully still unedited) shot to my partner, something that I rarely do… thankfully he has always been honest with me in everything, and told me that he didn’t get the connection with zebras and tigers and felt it was overly busy.  That niggling concern verified!!! So into the garbage it went, and off I went on a whole new tack, and voila, I went out and caught the wind!  I’m much happier with the result, and since it truly is a great outfit, I’m happy to feel I’m showing it at its best!  Happy weekend!!!

  • Dress:  Kitty Creations – Tribal Glamour.  Sexy gold-trimmed outfit in a fabulous tribal print, with matching stilettos as well as a gorgeous hammered gold choker, earrings, & bracelets.  Available in 8 colors or as a fatpack with HUD.  Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, Tonic, eBody, Maitreya, & Jomo F/D/T/W.  Also available in Tropical Prints, all EXCLUSIVELY at the July round of the Swank Event, open through July 31st.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Sunkiss
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Hair:  Doux – Joya
  • Makeup:  Sugarose – Magda; Dernier – Eyeliner Set #4
  • Pose:  Hopscotch – With the Wind
  • Location:  Shamatha

Chantilly Lace and a Pretty Face

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http://Chantilly Lace and a Pretty Face

It’s so strange that even with the summer heat, we are cooler here in central Florida than in so much of the world right now.  One primary difference is that in this country the majority of homes and businesses are air-conditioned, and down here every thing is built for the heat since we don’t have to worry about snow and ice in the winter.  Then again, if climate change continues to turn this world’s weather topsy-turvy, then we could be in real trouble if it goes the other way and gets cold down here for prolonged periods, since we are definitely NOT built for that.  Medical procedures all done now but migraines were triggered by the local, so I’ve been taking it easy in my air-conditioned comfort the last few days.  Today is the day I get back to my “regular” activities… which is pretty funny actually because most of them are on hiatus or still in the “I should really start going to” category.  But I was able to spend some quality time inworld, and create this ultra-feminine and tantalizingly sexy look (my partner said he couldn’t take his eyes off the top, wondering how something like that would “really” stay down lol)… It has been fun!!! Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Vulnus – Falerae.   Such a sexy look, but toned down to almost (though totally impossible lol) demure because of the fabulous lacey texture.  Sized for Legacy, Reborn, & Maitreya, EXCLUSIVELY available at the July round of the Swank Event, themed Island Tropical Heat, open through July 30th.  Demo available.
  • Jewelry:  Heartsdale Jewelry – Krystanna Heritage Collection.  Includes this stunning gorget-style necklace plus earrings in a “hammered” look.  Can be resized. EXCLUSIVELY available at the July round of the Swank Event, themed Island Tropical Heat, open through July 30th.  See ad below for details.  Also worn:  Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Sunkiss
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Hair:  Doux – Kiara
  • Makeup:  Sugarose – Magda; Dernier – Eyeliner Set #4
  • Pose:  Le Poppycock – Side of the Road
  • Location:  Frogmore

My Bow is Yours to Command

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http://My Bow is Yours to Command

Aaargh, I’ve been so happy exploring this fairy realm (as well as the weekend sales, to be totally honest) that I missed my cut-off for posting today.  I’ve decided that my cut-off time is completely arbitrary, together with the fact that another week of not-very-pleasant medical activities is upcoming for my human, pushed me into taking the daring step of ignoring my own rules.  Besides, I so love this look that I can’t wait to share it! Considering how peace-loving I am, it always surprises me that the warrior-scout mode holds such appeal for me… perhaps it’s that I feel more of a purpose, more of a specified role as it were… and what could possibly be more important to a role-player than having that?!?  But missing that deadline has pushed my time inworld to a much narrower band for the day, and I must be off to put my bow to good use…  Remember: magic is believing in yourself; if you do that, you can make anything happen!!!!!

  • Outfit:  Jangka – Kinta.  Jangka outfits are always so recognizable, the style & detail & quality of textures just stand out in the world of SL roleplay.  In this outfit, I just love what to me are the American Indian touches (feathers & fringe!!!!).  100% original mesh, & sized only for Maitreya, Kinta comes in 6 individual colors or as a fatpack, as do the boots & armbands (the latter not worn in the primary pic); the pants are available in your choice of black or brown; the necklace is single version only.  With all these options, Kinta can be customized for a variety of looks, & the look is simply amazing & just feels so authentic. Brand-new, she is EXCLUSIVELY at the July round of We Love Roleplay for 25% OFF, ending July 30th. Demo available. 
  • Horns:  Petrichor – Vinisa Horns.  Another set of completely awesome horns from Petrichor! These are soooo very different, with a completely different look from any I’ve ever worn or even seen!  The angle itself sets these off… they come forward at a slight angle, & then curve gently up & in.  As always there’s a ton of customization built in, from the style of metal embellishments to the optional gems & the chains, all of which have a wide selection of texture.  There are 4 wear styles (Bare, Solid, Multi, & Gems), & 4 color packs (Colors, Faded, Gloss, & Metalline) or a Fatpack of all.  Includes earrings & necklaces (I’m wearing the earrings), & is HUD controlled for the metals, gems, & horns themselves.  Demo available.  (See the closeup below)
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Birth – Fae
  • Eyes:  Gloom – Tirel
  • Hair:  [monso] – Kaine
  • Ears:  Swallow – Earrings E05 for EvoX
  • Makeup:  Rubedo – tinta; GOREGLAM – Superlove Gloss
  • Accessories:  FLO –  Mesh Tribal Feathers
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Irid Dark Wings
  • Bow & Quiver:  Silver Hawk Company – Hunters Bow
  • Location:  The Mystic Realms, Realm of the Fae

Keeping Lookout

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http://Keeping Lookout

It’s been a busy couple of days IRL in terms of things finally getting done.  The replacement blinds that were ordered months ago were installed; the outdoor pavers that needed to be removed before construction of our new enlarged lanai are gone; and the absolute best is that I finally have new sunglasses with a stronger reading prescription so that I can (yes!!!!) actually see to read clearly when needing sunglasses (and living in Florida I just about always need them during the day lol).  My time in SL has obviously suffered a bit with so much happening, but I absolutely managed to put together a fabulous casual summer look… now I’m off to enjoy it!!!! Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Fatal Fashion – Marianna, Outfit 215.   OMG, this summery shorts set is just so adorable, both from the front AND the back!  Everything about it is so amazingly cute, I simply had to show it off from both sides *see the pic below).  Sized for Maitreya, Legacy (shorts only), Tonic, Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & eBody, Marianna includes the top, shorts, heels, & a silver choker (not shown).  She is EXCLUSIVELY available at the July round of the Swank Event, themed Island Tropical Heat, open July 7th – 30th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Sunkiss
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_CATWALK 
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Cabo San Lucas Leather & Shell Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Sunglasses:  Nico Creations – Sunglasses
  • Pose:  Sassy Sweet Poses – Feeling Sassy
  • Location:  WillowWood (for both photos)

The Magic of Encanto

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http://The Magic of Encanto

I haven’t personally seen the Disney movie Encanto, but my RL counterpart DID shop and purchase an Encanto costume for her granddaughter who absolutely adores it.  My wings were all aflutter when I saw  this amazing and seemingly Encanto-inspired outfit for ME!!!  Talk about living the fantasy!!!  I found myself searching the grid for the right Latin-style setting to further enhance this glorious look, and found the most amazing SIM where exploration totally distracted me from my goal for longer than I am willing to admit…  Time for a siesta, while I plan out my next adventure!!!  Sprinkles a little fairy dust as I move into the cool interiors to wait out the sun…

  • Gown:  Viki – Pepita.  In 9 color combinations or as a fatpack with a mix ‘n’ match HUD, Pepita is sized for Legacy, Freya, Isis, Venus, & Maitreya, is Material Enabled, 100% Original,  Brand NEW & EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE with a 25% discount only at the current round of Shiny Shabby, open through July 18th.  Demo available.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Birth – Fae
  • Hair:  bonbon – sophie
  • Horns:  Petrichor – Trinket
  • Eyes:  OJAYO – Yoshi
  • Makeup:  Venge – Ear Blushing EvoX; Loa – Nashwa Eyeshadow; Amis – Elfie Lips
  • Wings:  Decoy – Angela Wings
  • Pose:  An lar Poses – The Paulette Series
  • Jar:  Lorien – Wine Vase
  • Location:  Tulum Reserve

Tropical Beauty

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http://Tropical Beautyhttp://Portrait, Tropical Style

I really can’t believe it’s Saturday already.  Perhaps it’s because I’m older; perhaps it’s because I no longer work IRL & live a relaxed leisure life.  I will say that time didn’t fly by when I was away in Europe a few months ago (wow, has it already been a few months!!!!) when almost every day was loaded with activity.  All I know is that I’m suddenly aware of time flying by at breakneck speed… in fact I was talking to a relatively new avatar the other day, & realized that I’ve been here inworld for more than 15 years.  15 years!!!!  Wow, just wow… On the other hand, I’ve never looked so good (IMHO anyway lol) or had a home I loved as much, and have just started rediscovering some of the joys of SL that kind of fell by the wayside when the demands of blogging became too overwhelming.  As IRL, finding balance (something I’ve learned needs to be achieved over and over again) is what’s key.  The fact remains though, that it is the weekend once again, with sales and events galore.  And time is a-wasting, so on to shopping before the weekend is gone!!!!  Enjoy!

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Lorina.  This is one of those outfits that I had to battle my fae counterpart for blogging rights.  It has a tropical beachy Arabian nights feel to it, what with the gauzy semi-transparent fabric on the stomach & then falling from the hipband, not to mention all those slit panels on the legs.  Lorina includes matching heels, is available in 5 individual colors, a 5 texture Slimpack, or a Fatback of 10, all with 100% Original Textures.  She’s sized for Legacy, Hourglass, Freya, & Maitreya, & is EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at the new round of Down the Rabbit Hole, an Evil Bunny production, opening today July 9th – 19th.  Demo available.
  • Hairpin:  Magnetic – Lily Hairpin.  Mesh hairpin accessory with versions for wearing on both the  left & the right.  Also includes hairpin with Walking FX that emits Lily particles as you walk. EXCLUSIVELY available at the July round of the Swank Event, themed Island Tropical Heat, open July 7th – 30th.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Sunkiss
  • Hair:  TRUTH – Aislin
  • Makeup:  IDTTY Faces – Lelutka Secret Potion 5
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Jewelry:  Kunglers – Kara Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  Sassy Sweet Poses – Checking it Out
  • Location:  Dolce Amore Beach

Misbehaving

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http://Misbehaving

Everything, every situation, has its own rules.  Some are set by others; some are set individually based on your own wants, needs, goals, morals &/or ethical code.  Some are relatively small and inconsequential (like making the bed or how you set the table); others have huge societal ramifications.  There are prices to pay no matter what you choose, because every choice has an impact, no matter how small, on the next moment and the moment after that and so on.  There are many books and movies — not to mention real history — that focus on the ramifications of a single choice in a single moment of time, sometimes as seemingly random as choosing this seat or that one.  Which is probably why we all set rules in an effort to control our personal lives in some sort of orderly fashion, so that we can move forward minute by minute, hour by hour, day by day, without being paralyzed in indecision (which still happens all too frequently lol).  And we teach (or try to teach) those rules to our children (including the 4-legged ones!) to help them safely navigate the world as well.  One of the beauties here in SL is that many of those INDIVIDUAL rules don’t apply… you CAN jump off a tall building without getting hurt; you CAN swim in deep water (even with sharks!) without worry; you CAN go fight zombies without actually getting hurt; and on and on.   There are still SOCIETAL rules, because otherwise individual rights tend to rub up against each other. But they’re pretty non-restrictive.  So what’s with all this pontification about rules?  I’ve just been thinking a lot about individual rights lately, and how so many people think that their personal beliefs should give them control over other people’s individual choices, which are necessary for a civilized society and which are just exertions of power.  And a conversation I had with my daughter about the time-out we give our kids & pets for misbehaving, for not following those rules we set,  just brought it all to the forefront of my pre-coffee brain this morning.  And on that note, I think I’ll go get my coffee and officially begin the day, both in SL and out.  Enjoy!!!!

  • Outfit:  Ruxy – Senara.   A sexy bikini (without crossing that indefinable but oh so important line) with just enough gems in all the right places to make it truly special!  Sized for Legacy, Maitreya & eBody, Ruxy includes a HUD with 12 texture options for the suit plus 12 for the Gems in the straps.  She is EXCLUSIVELY available at the July round of the Swank Event, themed Island Tropical Heat, open TODAY July 7th through the 30th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Sunkiss
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Hair:  Sintiklia – Paula
  • Sunglasses:  Mulloy – Antago
  • Pose:  Fashiowl – Windsurfing

There’s a Lot to Learn in Fairy Tales

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There's a lot to learn in fairy tales

“If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. 

If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales.” 

Albert Einstein

Being a fae might seem (in some ways and to some people, at least) a bit like living in a fairy tale.  After all, I have wings and can fly (not to mention horns, but then, that’s not particularly fae-like lol).  Of course, everyone in SL can fly (unless you’re somewhere that the powers that be decided that no, you can’t).   What I take issue with is that “living in a fairy tale” is said derisively, as an insult.  The fact is that there’s a lot of what is called “folk wisdom” combined with pure morality in a place that both good and evil dwell side by side.  Sounds a lot like real life when you look at it that way, no?  You can learn a lot from fairy tales, especially the original Grimm stories, if not necessarily the cleaned-up Disney versions.  I don’t understand why people have so many issues with how others choose to live their lives, ESPECIALLY in this second life that is virtually a fantasy world for all of us… some of us just take that word “fantasy” a bit more literally than others.  So for those of you who put down my fae existence and make snickering comments, well, I’ll just keep on keeping on, doing what I’m doing, living MY fantasy.  You can go stew in your judgments rather than living the life that comes when you accept the personal choices that others make for themselves.  (And yes, you can extrapolate that into the real world as well.)  Me, I prefer the fairy tale, where we all get to choose who and what we want to be.  And one thing I definitely choose is to look FABULOUS!!!!

  • Gown:  Poet’s Heart – Elise.  I’m finding it very difficult to put the style of this dress into words… it has medieval elegance but with what I consider a very modern touch in the openwork on top.  With the big hip billows (I have no idea what the proper term is for those!) & the huge bow at the back, it has a young feel… but again that openwork adds a definite touch of maturity.  I’m going to dub it as “informed innocence” (she IS reading a book after all).  Whatever the style moniker though, Elise is a beautiful addition to any fantasy closet!  Do note that the lace top is BOM only; two different lace patterns are included in both black & white versions.   She is sized only for Maitreya & Petite, though she fit my Legacy body with just the top deformer.  Elise comes in different color packs — all of which include black, white, grey, & off-white — or as a fatpack.  Each color pack has a HUD to customize the gown color, the sleeve & collar edge, & the color for that huge bow in the back. See the ad below for some examples of what other looks can be done.  EXCLUSIVELY at the July round of We Love Role Play, opening tomorrow July 4th. Demo available.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Arcana – Raine, worn in Blossom
  • Hair:  D!va – Iris
  • Eyes:  Gloom – Artemis
  • Horns:  Les Encantades – Capri Horns
  • Makeup:  Venge – Ear Blushing EvoX; Demicorn – CandyHearts Eyeshadows; GoreGlam – Superlove Gloss
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Bridal Lace Wings
  • Pose:  Amitie – Library Poses (modified)
  • Location:  The Lost Unicorn Gallery