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We are NOT pleased…

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I am feeling stressed.  And a stressed-out fae is easily upset and angry, and NO ONE likes a pissed-off fae, especially one with a magical staff.  My human counterpart is the source of all my stress.  Because she has this urge to travel the real world — something I struggle to understand since there is so much to explore right here on the grid — my time inworld is being severely curtailed as she runs around getting ready.  It seems to me that it’s more trouble than it’s worth, but my opinion doesn’t seem to count for much at the moment.  Sighs, muttering incantations under my breath, as I feel the darker side of fae moving to the forefront…  all in all, we are NOT pleased  with our treatment, although I DO have to admit that I am beyond pleased with my new look.  So maybe the human is right, and I should just go exercise my wings, practice my fae magic, and sprinkle some fairy dust here and there.  Oh, and of course, shop shop shop!!!

  • Skin:  Petrichor – Vareni Rose.  One of the new tonal collections to the fabulous line of the highly-detailed Vareni fantasy skins, these gorgeous red-toned skins in your choice of 25 colors from the palest pinky tone to the deepest burnished red (see below for these awesome textures; I’m wearing Cinnamaris).  Just introduced last month at the Fantasy Faire, both male & female versions feature all new shading & details, in BOM/default layers only plus EvoX.  Includes Vareni elf ears (not worn), & new brows in 10 colors & 8 shapes for both classic & EvoX (worn in obsidian), plus a whole range of other add-ons.  Other color sets (I love them all & have previously blogged Vareni purples, blues, & muted) & demos are available of ALL the tones at the mainstore.  
  • Jewelry:  Petrichor – Faline Jewelry.  100% custom mesh & textures, this unique set includes 3 lengths of necklace with either chains or cords, 2 lengths of earrings, & a bindi, together with a HUD to customize them all with 40 different textures for the metals, the gems, & the pearls.  Materials enabled & resizable, this set was introduced at Fantasy Faire but can now be yours at the mainstore. 
  • Makeup:  [PAIX] – Dark Fantasy Lipstick.   HUD-driven lipstick in 15 stunning dark fantasy shades (see below).  EXCLUSIVELY at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, open May 18th – June 10th.  Demo available.  Also worn:  Loa – Nashwa Eyeshadows & Gaia Face Paint nose contour
  • Horns:  Petrichor – Amorphi  Swirl Horns.  100% mesh, these awesome unisex red & black horns include a second version with a subtle sparkle (which I’m wearing).  What’s even better is that they’re FREE, as a GROUP GIFT for members. 
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Hair:  monso – Natalia
  • Eyes:  Gloom – Shoujo
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Venom Fae Wings
  • Outfit:  Kitty Creations – Rionach
  • Pose:  [piXit] – Xeyanka (includes the Magical Staff)
  • Location:  The Forgotten

When the Living is Easy

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You know summer is definitely on its way when I start blogging swimsuits!  Even though I now live in Florida where it’s mostly on the hotter side of warm year-round (though winter does have its hard freezes where I’m located!!), there’s something about Memorial Day weekend that just makes me want to shift into summer mode and it’s seemingly more mellow vibe, “when the living is easy”.  I think it’s even time to flaunt my more sunkissed skin, now that I’m out there sunbathing in  the SL sun lol!  This is the life! Enjoy!!!

  • Bathing Suit:  Carol’s Store – NEW!  Marina Bikini.  Open crochet-look bikini in your choice of 10 solid textures or a fatpack with a HUD for all options included.  Original mesh with materials enabled, Marina is sized for Legacy, Maitreya, Kupra, Khara, Reborn, Erika, Persephone, & Belleza GenX (Classic & Curvy), & is EXCLUSIVELY available at the current round of The Inithium Event, open through May 30th (after June 1st she’ll be at the mainstore).  See the ad below; demo available.
  • Tattoo:  Juna – Krabbels Collection.  7 separate BOM layers so you can mix ‘n ‘match to create a variety of tattoos from the one set (see the ad below).  EXCLUSIVELY available at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, open May 18th – June 10th.  
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_MIRACLE
  • Glasses:  Nico Creations – Fishy
  • Pose:   heart poses – Life Is A Beach (includes wicker beach bag)
  • Dog:  JIAN – Great Danes, Puppies
  • Lounger:  CIRCA – Baja Sun Lounger

 

The Cathouse

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http://In the CathouseYup, I’ve fallen for an animal print again… I actually struggled as to WHICH of the different animal prints to go for with this adorable dress, but I definitely felt drawn to the big cats… & to be fair to the little ones too I just had to get them in the shot!  But time is ticking ticking ticking down to my impending vacation, so no time to chit chat… only time to SHOP, SHOP, SHOP!!! Enjoy!

  • Dress:  ALTER – Paulina Mini Dress.  A fetching mini dress with a slightly asymmetric hem (& I DO mean “mini”, especially in the back lol) & an artfully off-shoulder strap on one side.  Available in your choice of 23 textures (patterns, solids, & animal prints) or in a fatpack & sized for Legacy + Perky + Perky Petite, Maitreya + Petite + Pushup Nerido, GenX Classic + Curvy, eBody Reborn + Juicy, & Kupra Kups + Original, Paulina is EXCLUSIVELY available at the May round of Designer Showcase, open through May 25th.  Demo available.
  • Hair:  Analog Dog – Yenn.  Fitted mesh in the curly style that Analog Dog is known for, Yenn is available in any of 5 color packs, a Mix pack, or a Fatpack of all color choices.  Includes 3 styles.  EXCLUSIVELY at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, open May 18th – June 10th.  Demo available.
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Brown-Eyed Girl.  From the day I first entered Second Life in 2007,  I’ve changed my appearance more times than I can remember, but two things have remained constant — I’m always a redhead (except for the occasional blog shoot) & I’ve always had green eyes.  I do have to say that with these eyes, that may now be changing! With 9 tones in each of two styles (some of which are hazelly-green!), I’ve fallen in love with the warmth & depth of these eyes… & they do look SOOOO good with the red hair!  Available for 25% OFF at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, open May 18th – June 10th.  Demo available.
  • Jewelry:  Heartsdale Jewelry – Tuscany Collection.  Stunning necklace & earrings with a color change HUD (3 metals + 3 colors for the beads as shown in the ad below).  Available for 25% OFF at the May round of Designer Showcase, open through May 25th.  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 Chantilly
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Makeup:  Sequoia – Anabella BOM Eyeshadow + Madalina BOM Eyeshadow; Dernier – Eyeliner Set Vol 1; Temizi – Cherry Lipgloss
  • Nails:  Miumiu – #38

Safe Harbor Ahead

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This is the birth of a new persona for me (yes, there seem to be several multiple personalities residing within one small avatar lol), the Dread Pirate Thea la Fae.  I have a feeling that she will make an appearance now and again, though piracy and buccaneering don’t hold a huge appeal for me, I do get a hankering to “shiver me timbers” every once in a while.  An outfit like this DEFINITELY puts me in the mood to taste the salt air and have some rum… unfortunately my parrot companion could not join me due to insurmountable issues with scripted objects the night of my shoot, but the next time Thea la Fae takes center stage I’ll be sure to include the screechy beast!  In the meantime, may you find safe harbor in this troubled world (and of course, happy shopping)!

  •  Outfit:  Jangka Design – Mary.  Fabulously detailed as always, Jangka always inspires character development for me.  Every look has such personality, so much “realness”, they literally bring my “character” to life!  With Mary, you’re ready to take on the high seas or just kick your feet up on a beach & live the life of a corsair! Sized for Legacy & Maitreya, Mary is 100% original mesh & is available in 6 colors (boots & armbands are available in black or brown; the tri-corner hat is brown with a red cockade).  As always, the outfit just feels so authentic & looks so amazing! EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE for 25% OFF at the current round of We Love Role Play; demo available.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Ives Beauty – Dove in Lavender Fairy
  • Hair:  KMH – Hair F163
  • Horns:  Blue Blood – Moonlight Horns
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Hunter
  • Makeup:  Knife Party – Farrah Eye Makeup; Rubedo – Ava; StunnerOriginals – Linette Lips
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Ragged Fairy Wings
  • Pose:  Seetra Poses – Setting Sails
  • Location:  BLACKSPOT – Ghost Ship

 

Play Misty for Me

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I’m a romantic at heart, and although this movie classic is a thriller, it starts off so dreamy that it’s always been a favorite and the mere mention of the song puts stars in my eyes and puts me in a wistful state of mind.  This scene instantly created the thought in my mind, and I decided to just follow the notes… How can I go wrong with a gown like this?  (POSTNOTE: Who knew that I’d used this title back in 2019 and talked about the movie then too??? I guess it definitely is a favorite lol!!!)

  • Gown:  Celestinas – Maisie Gown Dress, worn in Sienna.  Includes Cristal necklace & earrings.  It takes a lot to create a gown that is stylish, sexy, with interesting detail but is not overwhelming… one that enhances your beauty rather than dominating it.  This gown, with its sheen & contrasting panels is stunning but it is NOT the star of the show… instead it uses its magic to put me in the spotlight, & THAT is what fashion is (or should be) all about.  Available in 11 single colors or as a fatpack. Maisie is sized for Legacy, Hourglass, Freya, Maitreya, & Reborn.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the May round of Designer Showcase, open through May 25th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  FAGA – Jess
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Makeup:  Synergy – Calera HD Eyeshadow; Dernier – Eyeliner Set Vol 1; TheMars – Night Party Gloss
  • Dog:  JIAN – Corgi, red tri sleeper
  • Pose:  STUN Poses – Shelly

A Fae’s Fantasy

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Even a fae sometimes dreams of a different life… not just as a warrior or a high priestess or a princess or a simple shepherdess, but totally, wildly different (the way a human dreams of donning wings and owning the skies).  After dropping into the undersea worlds at Fantasy Faire (which sadly ends May 8th!!!!), I was tortured over an overwhelming desire to trade my wings and horns in for a tail, and thanks to my very very good friend who often plays as a mermaid (and gifted me the tail!!!), I took the plunge as it were into a whole new world (sorry, a whole new world of plays-on-words is open, and I simply can’t resist!).   Although I still have an awful lot to learn about underwater photography, etc., and my inventory is sadly lacking in mermaid paraphernalia and accessories, I am definitely hooked and anticipate creating many more posts of my fae dreamworld… not quite an alt’s alt, but definitely a different reality!  (As a side note, I just discovered that SL is celebrating the mermaid community and calling this “MerMay” with some special mermaid last names available for a limited time, so even though I am definitely not changing my name or creating another alt, my timing is perfect!)  And on that note, I happily flip my tail (it really is so cool lol), and swim off to explore the weekend sales and spend as much time at Fantasy Faire as possible before the gates close for the year!  There are several Fairelands with underwater areas to explore (The Isles of Aquarius and Sambaubee are where I indulged my first swimming adventure). And remember… the purpose behind Fantasy Faire is not just to celebrate the world of fantasy in Second Life… it’s a mega Relay for Life event to work towards a much larger and more critical fantasy, a world without cancer.  This is Fantasy Faire’s 15th year, and it has relayed more than $632,000 USD for the American Cancer Society in that time.  The window is closing for you to “shop for the cause” while enjoying the wonder and insanely varied creativity on display at this one-of-a-kind event.  Come and join us!!!!

  • Tail:  Aii and Ego – RipTide Mermaid/Merman.  The newest (& IMHO, the ultimate) in mermaid tails, this tail is absolutely stunning!  Fitted for Legacy M+F, Reborn, Maitreya, Athletic, & Jake, the tail has a built-in half-AO (it’s also Tala AO compatible) & includes a 40-texture customization HUD that really shows what is possible with this amazing tail.  AVAILABLE at Fantasy Faire, located in the Szystrum Synod Faireland; you can TP direct to the Aii&Ego booth HERE.  Full demo available! (& see the ad below)
  • Tail Texture:  Mermade – Shifting Sands.  This is an applier for the RipTide Mermaid tail.  It comes in 6 unbelievably glorious textures, all of which include the brand-new utilities HUD that not only lets you apply the texture to the tail & fins but also provides options for shine & bubbles. It also features Glowlite, an exclusive Mermade bioluminescence that can be easily toggled on/off.  Special RFL texture is EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE as a 100% DONATION to RFL at Fantasy Faire, located in the Faireland of The Isles of Aquarius; you can TP direct to Mermade’s booth HERE. 
  • Headdress:  Rainy Fey Creations – Diamon Crown.  Original mesh, with 8 metals.  EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE as a 100% DONATION to RFL at Fantasy Faire, located in The Shimmering Fen; you can TP direct to the Rainy Fey booth HERE.
  • Jewelry:  Drunken Brokkr – Fithril Arm Jewelry.  Sized for Legacy, Maitreya, GenX, Kupra, Peach, & Reborn, this stunning jewelry is perfect for fae or mermaid or even human!  Available in three versions, each providing different texture HUDs, one of which is a 100% DONATION to RFL.  I’m wearing the Les Encantades special version (see the ad below).  At Fantasy Faire, located in the Nysaris Faireland; you can TP direct to the Drunken Brokkr booth HERE.
  • Pose:  Aelithe – Siren. AVAILABLE at Fantasy Faire, located in the Frostweald Faireland; you can TP direct to Aelithe’s booth HERE.  (Note: I modified the head position a bit for the purposes of the photo)
  • Location:  The Faireland of Sambaubee  (yes, it has a waterworld too!)
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Ives Beauty – Dove in Lavender Fairy
  • Hair:  Ayashi – Yukiona
  • Eyes: lovelysweet – Ocean
  • Makeup:  ANTAYA – Mermaid Body Scale & Makeup Scale in yellow (GIFT);  Petrichor – Pearedine
  • Top:  {LP} – Mermaid Top
  • Nails:   Stargazer – Ultimate Bento Nails Set, Sprocket Glam

Meeting the Challenge

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I LOVE FANTASY FAIRE!  I just can’t get enough, between wandering the 22 lands (22!!!!!), each one with its own distinct personality and hidden secrets, shopping (yes, admittedly it’s probably what I do most), the events, looking at everyone else and the characters they create (though I have to say I get a kick out of the “regular” humans who IMHO always look a bit like they woke up in OZ lol!), even the radio!   I actually keep Fantasy Faire radio on at my home so I can always know what’s going on even if I can’t actually be there (putting together looks or sets for blogging can take quite a bit of time).  The Faire is open ONE MORE WEEK!  The gates close on May 7th… eek!!!! So much more to see and do!!!  DO NOT MISS THIS EVENT! It’s the premiere event for Relay for Life, helping support the fight against cancer.  And for fantasy folk like me, it is definitely the most wonderful time of the year!!!!

  • Dress:  Petrichor & Ersch– Saina.  Includes both long & short versions.. I’ve opted for the shorter style since it maximizes exposure of this fabulous skin when I’m flying! 10 single colors available as well as 40-color HUD packs in different fabric textures (Fabric, Gloss, Leather, Midas, & Worn) for top, skirt, & chains, or a megapack containing ALL options.  Sized for Legacy + Perky, Maitreya + Petite, Mounds, Kupra, & Reborn, she is NEW & EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Fantasy Faire in the Fungalmire Faireland; you can TP direct to their booth HERE.   Demo available.
  • Skin:  enLight ONE – Galaxy.  Definitely one of the most unique skins I’ve ever worn, this set includes 8 full-body skins (see the ad below; BOM only for Lelutka EvoX & AK ADVX) with a totally fabulous Galaxy tattoo layer (which is tintable), which are sold as individual tones or as a fatpack.  To fully appreciate the Galaxy layer, you need to activate your GLOSS(Shine) on your mesh body & your Advanced Lighting Model so the included *surround galaxy body+face lights* will be able to reflect, though IMHO the skin is stunning even when situations don’t permit use of all those incredible effects (we all know how SL can be lol).  Each skin tone of enLight ONE includes a lot of Extras! Importantly, skin tones E + H are sold as 100% RFL donation (I’m wearing E)!!  enLight ONE is located in the Glimmering Meadows Faireland; you can TP direct to their booth HERE.  The body skins will fit most mesh bodies… be sure to try the demo!
  • Hair:  NI.JU – Ember Hair.  Totally unique look, Ember is a rigged + unrigged hybrid with optional bangs & the ability to show/hide & color tint the bangs, the sides, the mullet tail, the ponytail, & the braid twists.  Also includes a set of 11 tintable hairbases for EvoX — I LOVE the shaved options with a skin like this… they pair BEAUTIFULLY together.  (See the ad below) Available in three color packs, a fatpack, or in a special pack that is an RFL EXCLUSIVE where 100% of sales goes to support the American Cancer Society, only available at Fantasy Faire.  NI.JU is located in the Spirit’s Crossing Faireland; you can TP direct to their booth HERE.  Demo available.
  • Horns:  AMBIX – Geode Horns.  Amazing set of crystal-accented horns with a swirling aura that is tintable!  Available in 10 colors, a fatpack (with an exclusive mystery color), or in two special FF versions that are a 100% DONATION to the American Cancer Society.  NEW & exclusively available at Fantasy Faire, located in the Dingir Faireland; you can TP direct to the AMBIX booth HERE.  Demo available.
  • Wings:  Aii and Ego – Fairy Wings.  The most amazing wings, in animesh & bento, in 7 sizes, with 7 root positions, plus a HUD for changing colors for all or various parts of the wings… in other words, incredibly customizable for whatever look you’re trying to achieve.  They really need to be seen in person to fully appreciate how beautiful these are.  Demo AVAILABLE at Fantasy Faire, located in the Szystrum Synod Faireland; you can TP direct to the Aii&Ego both HERE.  
  • Pose:  Aelithe – Poseidon Valkyrie Pose Set.  Includes 6 poses plus mirrors, as well as optional spears, sword, & shield (depending on the pose).  AVAILABLE at Fantasy Faire, located in the Frostweald Faireland; you can TP direct to Aelithe’s booth HERE.  
  • Location:  Dingir, sponsored by What’s Lost Spirits
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Eyes:  Celesticat – Aurora

Natural Beauty

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Beauty comes in all forms, and its definition varies by person and even by time and place.  We all have different tastes in EVERYTHING, and on top of that, tastes change.  But the beauty of nature — in all its forms — is everlasting.  My heart skips a beat when I first come upon something in nature that I find beautiful… followed by serenity as I just sit and take it in.  I have several enduring memories of doing just that… sitting on the cliffs in Brittany France and in Newport RI, just watching the wind and the waves, breathing it all in…  watching the butterflies as they dip and hover over a vast field of flowers… so many!  My next vacation includes some time up in the northern islands off the coast of Scotland, where I expect I’ll be adding many more such memories to that treasure trove in my heart and mind.  I can’t wait! But in the meantime, I’ll just sit here a bit and soak in the beauty of the wildflowers, and the gentle breeze riffling the leaves on the trees… sighs… Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Evergreen – Jasmine Dress & Jacket.  What happens when you pair a short (very short!), sleeveless, strapless dress sporting a delicate lace hem on the bottom with a cropped denim jacket that has rolled up sleeves? A totally awesome look!  Sold separately, the dress is available  in 5 colors in duopacks (each duopack has the dress in both solid & a floral pattern) or as a fatpack; the jacket is sold in 5 coordinated tones plus black, or as a fatpack.  A megapack of both fatpacks is also available.  Sized for Legacy + Perky, Maitreya + Petite, HG + Petite, Freya, Isis, Reborn, & Kupra, Jasmine is EXCLUSIVELY available at the April round of Designer Showcase, open through April 25th.  Demos available.
  • Wild Flower Patch (lower right):  CJ Creations – Wild Grass with Flowers Patch.  A 3-piece set (see the ad below), this low prim landscape item is PERFECT for filling in those small areas that just look empty or need an added pop of color while still looking totally natural.  (I, of course, chose the version with yellow flowers to gently echo my dress!).  Mod/copy, you can resize to perfectly fit your space.  Available at the main store.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  BESOM – Dakota (includes hat)
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Makeup:  Guapa – Graphic Eyeliner; IDTTY Faces – Lelutka Secret Potion 5 Eyeshadow; Temizi Store – Dunas Natural Lips
  • Nails:  LIVIA – MixIt Pro
  • Jewelry:  Heartsdale Jewelry – Primavera Set; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  LW Bento Poses – Recovery

My Gypsy Soul

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The beauty of SL is to try on different looks or, in my case, totally different characters.  Each fae I become is way more than just changing an outfit… I transform into someone new, with different attitudes.  It’s a fascinating way to live, but so much a part of who I am, as a fantasy being living my life (or should I say lives?) in this fantasy world of ours… Each one has that touch of magic…  here’s how I created this amazing new me!

  • Outfit:  Jangka Design – Esmeralda, worn in Blue.  Once again, I’m out of superlatives when it comes to Jangka outfits… each one is so unique, so detailed, with so much personality that they literally bring my “character” to life.  With her hip sash complete with dangling “coins”, Esmeralda spoke “gypsy” to me, a strong warrior gypsy, ready to fight but also ready to live life to its fullest.  The bodice is slashed to show some skin (whatever color skin you’re in!), the stunning gold neck gorget, the armbands… I could go on & on, but the bottom line is that this is one more prime example of why Jangka is such a leader in fantasy design.  Sized for Legacy & Maitreya, she is 100% original mesh & is available in 7 fabulously rich colors PLUS 3 limited editions (boots are available in black or brown).  As always, the outfit just feels so authentic & looks so amazing! At the mainstore; demo available.
  • Skin:  Petrichor – Vareni Blues.  Highly detailed, gorgeous blue-toned skins in your choice of 30 colors (see below for these awesome textures; I’m wearing Hadrieni).  Both male & female versions feature all new shading & details, in BOM/default layers only plus EvoX.  Includes Vareni elf ears (not worn), & new brows in 10 colors & 8 shapes for both classic & EvoX (worn in obsidian), plus a whole range of other add-ons.  Other color sets (I love them all & have previously blogged Vareni purples & Vareni muted) & demos available of ALL the tones at the mainstore.  
  • Particle Lights:  Magnetic – Invoke.  Animated Particles with both Sound FX & Light FX, that you simply add to wear.  Includes two Bento Holds with randomized flames from each palm.   EVENT EXCLUSIVE, available only at Ostara’s Altar through April 15th.  TP direct to their booth HERE, where you can watch it in action!
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_EXPLOSION (group gift)
  • Horns:  Blue Blood – Moonlight Horns
  • Eyes: lovelysweet – Mallory
  • Makeup:  Venge – Ear Blushing
  • Wings:  Material Squirrel Wings – Bellona
  • Circlet:  lassitude & ennui – Winter mori crown
  • Pose:  Pink Moon – Gypsy Soul (head tilt & hands modified)
  • Location:  Ostara’s Altar

Reflecting on Ostara…

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Ostara… I’m so happy to be an official blogger for “her” special fantasy event here in SL, Ostara’s Altar (a Dark Passions event), full of designer exclusives PLUS a 10L egg hunt. But my human kept stumbling upon references to her in the real world, so I found myself wondering about who she was and how this awesome event came to be.  Although there’s lots of debate and discrepancies (as with most things lol), Ostara is basically a modern pagan holiday, celebrating the spring equinox, which marks the beginning of spring and the awakening of nature.  Named after the ancient Germanic goddess Ostara or Eostre — who was associated with the dawn and new beginnings —  this is a time of rebirth and renewal when the natural world awakens from its winter slumber. It is a time when we can celebrate the return of the light, the growth of new life, and the renewal of hope. It is also a time when we can connect with the natural world, celebrate the changing seasons, and embrace the ongoing cycles of life.  One popular story about Ostara involves the origin of the Easter Bunny.  Essentially, the tale is that Ostara transformed a bird into a hare (how? why? who knows), and the hare responded by laying colored eggs for her festival.  Is this how the Easter bunny and the decorating of eggs began? Again, who knows, but the great news is that anyone who wants to celebrate the arrival of spring and the renewal of life can also participate in this holiday, regardless of their religious or spiritual beliefs.  Bottom line, Ostara is a good time to literally and figuratively plant seeds for the future.  And that is definitely something to reflect upon, especially while shopping this fabulous event!  Take a browse through the Ostara’s Altar Shopping Guide ; then go see the event for some magical shopping, and enjoy the blessings of the season! Happy Spring!!!!

  • Dress:  QE Designs – Flora.  Beautiful short dress, with that fantasy styling.  Featuring a soft spring pattern, Flora is sized for Legacy + Perky, Maitreya + Petite, Hourglass & Freya. Includes two versions (with/without sleeves) as well as a HUD to change the sleeves & skirt, top, & straps to any of 8 choices each.  Direct TP to their booth HERE.  Demo available.
  • Skin:  Moth & Moon – Yvaine, one of four fabulous skins available in 3 tones each — moss (which I’m thrilled to be wearing!), lilac & peony.  I chose Moss because for me it seems closest to the meaning of Ostara, but also because I just like green! Please note that none of these skins are “made” for my Gaia head, so I couldn’t use the shapes (I did use the brow shapes however); but even though the results varied somewhat from the “ad”, all 4 looked so good I had a hard time choosing! Be sure to try the demos to see how the different skins work for YOUR head & personal shape.  Best of all,  the three new skin tones for all four faces are 50% OFF for the duration of the Ostara’s Altar event (matching body skins are available at the mainstore).  Direct TP to their booth HERE.
  • Makeup:  Moth & Moon – Okami.  This set of BOM makeup layers includes versions in black, red, & white (tintable) for the full set, as well as separate layers for: Forehead & Lids (which is what I’m wearing), Full Eyes Only, Forehead Only, & Eye Lids Only.  More fabulous news from M&M:  this incredible makeup is one of two makeup hunt items which will be hidden in Pink Easter Eggs at the event & can be yours for just 10L each.  Let the hunting begin! Only at Ostara’s Altar through April 15th.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Hair:  Analog Dog – Rain w/ Rose Crown
  • Horns:   Petrichor – Sylaine Horns
  • Eyes:  Gloom – Amos
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Floral Lace Wings
  • Pose:  Boo’d Up Poses – Various_01
  • Location:  Tranquility Isle