Avatars – Page 30 – Ceja's Curvy Chic

This little birdie told me…

Posted on June 27, 2021September 18, 2021 by cejalaval

I love being a fae. I see all the issues my human counterpart is dealing with, the stress and frustration and worry involved in moving her elderly mother into memory care, dealing with the deterioration of a personality and the growth of an aggressive alternate that comes into full power in the afternoons, like an evil queen menacing her subjects. Me, I’m so totally removed from it all, living my life of beauty and fantasy. I try to share some of the magic and wonder, sprinkling a little fairy dust in the hopes of easing her path; the birds and the other messengers that nature sends to whisper about the goings in in that human realm tell me that so far today seems to be a bit better, but I sense her constantly waiting for the phone to ring, summoning her to try to help someone who has in essence become a stranger. It’s so sad… I share her sense of helplessness, because these things are beyond my power, and all I can do is bide my time and tempt her with the chance to escape into this world of color and beauty for even just a little while. I shall work harder to pass on the blessings of the fairies, because there’s no star too far, and no dream too grand, because fairy dust is like love… it creates magic whenever you give it away!

Outfit: Poet’s Heart – Tatiana. A beautiful, light, floaty sleeveless gown with a sash & a gauzy overskirt with flowers, all of which you color separately (including the petals & the centers of the flowers)… lovely for fae or human. Named for the queen of the fairies in Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, Tatania comes in four color packs plus a fatpack; each color pack has 6 gown colors plus black & white. Tatiana is sized for Hourglass & Maitreya. Demo available.
Hair: Fantavatar & Moonstruck – Margaryen Tyrell. Original rigged mesh hair, this medieval/fantasy styled hair includes a HUD for changing both the hair itself & the included tiara. Whether you’re a Game of Thrones fan or not, this hair is perfect for your role-play needs! Demo available.
Skin: Petrichor – Atharia, worn in Kaoru. Every skin from this designer is highly detailed, gorgeously styled, & pure fantasy to its core. Atharia is a personal favorite, with swirling colors on both body & face, available in 25 color variations. In Bom/Omega/mesh body & head applier versions for both male & female, plus add-ons for nails, Uni ears, etc., so it should work for just about every avatar. Created in conjunction with []TRAP[], this is another amazingly detailed, gorgeously styled skin that is pure fantasy yet seemingly realistic.
Head & Ears: LOGO – Bella bento head. Also worn: Ilvanya Elf Ears, which fit seamlessly to my Bella head, & come with both their own AO & also their own customization HUD so you can change the skin color, tattoo & metals to match. A fabulously natural fantasy look! Demos available.
Horns & Jewelry: Petrichor – Farys Horns. These stunning horns can be worn bare as shown here or with a full set of add-ons; they also include optional forehead deco (worn), 3 types of earrings (to be worn together or separately), & necklaces (also worn). 100% custom mesh & textures, with everything HUD controlled. I couldn’t even count how many texture options there are!
Wings: –FAS– – Bento Faery Wings
Eyes: {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Meringue Eyes (Omega Appliers)
Beauty Mark: Izzie’s – Beauty Mole dark
Makeup: Zibska – Shura lips
Pose: Angel’s Art Pose – Dark Angel

Blue Hawaii

Posted on June 10, 2021September 18, 2021 by cejalaval

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Well, it might not be Hawaii, but here in Florida where I now live, everything is a bit beachy year round. But you know it’s REALLY summer when the beachwear and beach decor start showing up everywhere on the grid! IMHO, one of the premier places to see what’s new this season is at the Under the Sea event. I’ve done some fabulous “upgrades” to both my wardrobe and my landscaping… take a look, and then go see them (and more) for yourself! Happy summer shopping!

Outfit: Allure Couture – Darleen Swimsuit & Shirt. Proof that you don’t need to wear a bikini to be sexy on the beach! Darleen is a corset style one-piece with extremely high cut thighs & absolutely no back except for the thong portion, paired with a sheer men’s shirt that shows off your curves! Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, Legacy, Kupra, & Maitreya. She’s available in 4 separate colors, in a 5-texture Slimpack, or a Fatback of 10, all with 100% Original Textures where you can adjust the suit & shirt textures separately. EXCLUSIVELY at the Under the Sea event, an Evil Bunny Production, June 5th – 15th. Demo available.
Piano: Tylar’s Treasures – Barbados Beach Bar. The cutest beach bar, made from a surf board mounted on two palm trees, with two low-backed beach stools; 4-color texture change menu for bar & seats (mix n match). See below for a full shot. Includes the macaw & the two coconut drinks. LOADED with bento animations for singles & couples (choose from Adult or PG). EXCLUSIVELY at the Under the Sea event, an Evil Bunny Production, June 5th – 15th.
Head: LeLUTKA – Nova Head
Body: Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
Skin: Velour – Meg
Freckles: Izzie’s – Heart Mole; Marpesia – Beauty Mark V1
Eyes: ARTE – Green Eyes
Hair: Tram – F1124
Jewelry: Chaos, Panic, & Disorder – Under the Sea Necklace

An Alluring Moment

Posted on May 24, 2021 by cejalaval

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Summer is here! It seems that I’m about to find out the truth behind all the warnings that summers here are brutal. From what I’m told, some people have a very hard time handling it; others just seem to take it in stride and enjoy it with a slight shifting of activities. We shall see which category I fall into! Here on the grid, I’m starting to switch my plantings and other landscaping over from spring to full summer, and I’ve chosen a new summer skin (gotta have that tanned look!)… Some stunning new summer fashions out there, already rocking all the events… Happy shopping and happy start to summer! (On another note, I’m still learning the new lighting that came with the Firestorm update, since I held on to an earlier version for far too long… struggling a bit with that old neckline… any suggestions from other bloggers would be most welcome!!!)

Outfit: Allure Couture – Janis Halter Dress. This is one of those mini-dresses that exudes sexuality without crossing that trashy line. It definitely scores extremely high on that WOW factor, what with its alluring combination of an extremely high cut thigh slit, spaghetti strap halter, low cut top, eye-catching “necklace” & chains, matching high heels, & just being, well, short (but with full butt coverage). On top of that, the fabulous summer textures create a total knockout of a minidress! Janis is sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, Legacy, eBody, & Maitreya. She’s available in 4 separate colors, in a 5-texture Slimpack, or a Fatback of 10, all with 100% Original Textures where you can adjust the dress, heels, & metal textures separately. EXCLUSIVELY at the May Twe12ve event, an Evil Bunny Production, May 12th – 30th. Demo available.
Piano: Tylar’s Treasures – Elegant Whimsy Piano. Every SL home needs a grand piano, right? This one is a good size (not over large, as are some), includes the candelabra, & is LOADED with animations (note though that I’m not using one since single female fashion stands are not included lol)
Head: LeLUTKA – Nova Head
Body: Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
Skin: Velour – Meg
Freckles: Izzie’s – Heart Mole; Marpesia – Beauty Mark V1
Eyes: ARTE – Green Eyes
Hair: Doux – Dana, available at Equal10
Makeup: Izzie’s – Summer Eyeshadow; Cosmetize – The Charlie’s Angels Collection lipstick
Jewelry: Indulge Temptation (IT!) – Aurora Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Pose: Luane’s World Bento Poses – World Inside

The Viking Way

Posted on May 22, 2021 by cejalaval

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Vikings… who knew they were so popular a culture here in Second Life? Maybe it’s something new, but in all my years fluttering around the grid, I’d never once stumbled onto it. Suddenly I’m seeing outfits, poses, complete avatars, decor & more. So I dressed the part and went exploring the Viking side of life… the list that came up in search was huge (although admittedly quite a bit of it was from the sexual underbelly of SL, but then that’s true of so many search terms). Instead I opted to visit the role-playing & themed communities, properly armed in case winged fantasy folk were unwelcome. As a side note, unless you’ve been here many many years, you may not have run across the “Humans Only” signs at music venues and clubs or been subjected to the taunts, or being shunned from some RPG communities for not exactly fitting their mold; before even my time began, furries — who used to be much more plentiful — were “hunted”. Although creativity still abounds (the recent Fantasy Faire is a prime example!), the world here and its residents used to be much more varied and interwoven… now it’s a much more segregated existence, with many of those who prefer what I’ll term “alt lifestyles” restricting those identities to the RPG areas. It’s kind of sad, really… the diversity added so much IMHO. Although pointed ears have become “a thing” of late, I do draw some strange reactions when mixing with large numbers of humans at stores or events or playing cards. Thankfully, I can’t hear the whispers! But back to the Vikings!!! In my short travels (and they were quite short), I only ran into one Viking… and he was quite polite, asking if I needed assistance when I was just standing there in various armed stances doing a photo shoot. But based on what I saw, it does seem to be a growing community with lots of options… definitely more to explore!!! And in your own explorations, may you be inspired with lightheartedness and laughter, and leave a little sparkle wherever you go!

Outfit: Jangka Design – Sigrid. NEW RELEASE, 100% original mesh, & sized for Maitreya & Legacy, the complete Sigrid look consists of 3 separate parts — the “outfit” (including the fur trim), the boots, & the armbands, in 5 different color sets (only 2 for the boots & the armbands) & in fatpacks. As always, the outfit features a whole range of embellishments, with the combination of exceptional detail & textures making the outfit totally look & feel the part. Sigrid is EXCLUSIVELY at the May We Love Role Play event for 25% OFF, open through the end of the month. Demo available.
Ears: LOGO – Ilvanya Fur Texture Pack. Featured in a closeup in my last post, which you can see HERE.
Skin & Makeup: Petrichor – Atharia, worn in Takara. Created in conjunction with []TRAP[], this is another amazingly detailed, gorgeously styled skin that is pure fantasy yet seemingly realistic. Featured in a closeup in my last post, which you can see HERE.
Head & Eyes: LOGO – Bella bento head.
Body: Maitreya
Hair: Magika – December
Horns: Eclectica – Metal Satyr Horns
Wings: –FAS– – Bento Faery Wings
Beauty Mark: Izzie’s – Beauty Mole dark
Pose: Kokoro – Lagertha
Location: Noskar Viking Dorf 1

Portrait of a Fae

Posted on May 20, 2021 by cejalaval

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I like this new age. In my former existence, years ago before mesh and BOM hit this world, I had “a look”. Yes, I changed my hair and clothes and wings almost every day, but my skin and ears were always the same (and my horns hadn’t grown in yet). At the time, I thought my look was rather exotic and fae-like; I look back on those pictures and I have to admit it, I cringe. Yes, part of it is just normal evolution, but there was just so little available back then in terms of fantasy look (I remember searching and searching and searching for a skin that had some kind of fantasy makeup lol). Now that I’ve been reborn into this more modern age, I love how easily I can totally reinvent myself, to create whole new looks, new personalities, as the mood or inspiration strikes me. Yes, my shape is pretty constant, but other than that, I’m changing everything all the time… in fact, I’m not 100% sure I’d always be recognized without that little name tag floating above my head! And I’m loving each look, each character, so very much that I often don’t want to change for several days… I want to “live in that skin” so to speak, until my blogging commitments force me to move on… and then I fall in love with the next one! Sighs, maybe that makes me a fickle fae, but if so, I’m a happy one! If it’s one thing I’ve learned… “in the midst of our lives, we must find the magic that makes our souls soar.” I’m finding mine… may you find yours!

Ears: LOGO – Ilvanya Fur Texture Pack. If you regularly read my blog, then you know how much I love, love, LOVE my Ilvanya Elf Ears! They fit seamlessly to my LOGO head, & come with both their own AO & also their own customization HUD so you can change the skin color, tattoo & metals. This texture pack kicks these fabulous ears up another match, by adding 8 amazing fur textures to further match every outfit (full tinting ability included!). I just can’t get over how absolutely amazing these look!
Skin & Makeup: Petrichor – Atharia, worn in Takara. Created in conjunction with []TRAP[], this is another amazingly detailed, gorgeously styled skin that is pure fantasy yet seemingly realistic. Atharia is a personal favorite, though I have no idea how to describe the markings that are on both body & face. Available in 25 color variations, with Bom/Omega/mesh body & head applier versions for both male & female, plus add-ons for makeup (I’m wearing the Lip Stripe, Lighter Lips, & Smudgy Shadow), nails, Uni ears, etc., so it should work for just about every avatar.
Head & Eyes: LOGO – Bella bento head.
Body: Maitreya
Hair: Magika – December
Horns: Eclectica – Metal Satyr Horns
Beauty Mark: Izzie’s – Beauty Mole dark

The Look of the Day

Posted on April 29, 2021 by cejalaval

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How do humans stand it? Looking virtually the same, day after day. Yes, they can change the color and style of their hair, vary the color of their eyes, even change their head or shape, but they still basically look the same (and yes, I’m consciously avoiding saying that all humans look the same, because my human counterpart would take umbrage and might stop allowing me to use her blog space). Here on the fantasy side of the spectrum, we have the freedom to do so much more, to revel in our individuality, and to totally change it to fit our mood, to truly have a “look of the day.” If we didn’t all wear name tags on the grid, I wonder if some of my looks would even be recognizable as me, even to my partner! And nowhere is there more to explore in the world of fantasy appearance than at Fantasy Faire 2021, the annual event that is open through May 9th. And if you don’t already know, Fantasy Faire is a Relay for Life event, which means hundreds of items have been donated to the cause, with all proceeds going to the American Cancer Society. By the end of the 7th Faire Day, more than $36,000USD has been raised!!! Appearance is just one part of what’s there… there’s landscaping items, home decor, animations, so much more! So come, explore this amazing world of design and creativity, and shop with a purpose!

Head & Ears: LOGO – Bella bento head, introduced at the Skin Fair & now at the main store. Lots of new updates in this head! Also worn: Ilvanya Elf Ears, which fit seamlessly to my Bella head, & come with both their own AO & also their own customization HUD so you can change the skin color, tattoo & metals to match every outfit (full tinting ability included!)… love love love my ears! Demos available.
Skin: Jeannette’s Joint – Sinew Female Skin, worn in Moon. I guess you’d say this is a “mottled” skin, the detail on it is amazing. 4 fantasy tones available in both male & female versions. Omega applier for both body/head; Catwa (head only); Maitreya (body only); BOM. 100% RFL donation item at the Faire store in Mithlumen, located HERE.
Hair: Firelight – Myrcella. Rigged & unrigged mesh hair. On sale with your choice of color palettes, Fantasy or Natural Dual Gradients (I’m wearing the Natural) at the Faire store in The Amethyst Rift, located HERE.
Makeup: Zibska – Liva Makeup & Lips. In this fae’s humble opinion, no one on the grid does fantasy makeup like Zibska! The Liva Makeup includes 15 colors in Omega/Tattoo/Universal Tattoo BOM; Liva Lips includes 18 colors in 3 fits (also Omega/Tattoo/Universal Tattoo BOM). Sold separately, each is a 100% RFL donation item at the Faire store in Yin Yang, located HERE. Demos available.
Jewelry: Bliensen + MaiTai – NEW! Fisk Headband, Necklace & Earrings. Both Necklace & Headband rigged separately for men & women, in gold & silver. Earrings in gold, silver, & gold/black. Necklace is a 100% RFL donation item at the Faire store in Isles of Tarrin, located HERE.
Eyes: {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Unicorn Eyes (Omega Appliers)
Horns: Petrichor – Arenvie Horns (Backe style)
Beauty Mark: Izzie’s – Beauty Mole dark

A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes

Posted on January 11, 2021 by cejalaval

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In yesterday’s post of the fabulous winter gazebo, snowy bridge & scenery (see it HERE), I allowed a glimpse of a beauty of a gown, with a promise to show more today. I’m happily fulfilling my promise! This is a stunning gown with angular cut-outs all round the middle, boasting a satiny sheen with beautiful delicate shading that really stands out depending on the light. With optional flexi decor in front and back, together with a “ribbon” on the sides, the dress has a dreamy romantic movement to it that unfortunately is difficult to capture in a still. An absolutely stunning creation that can make you feel like you stepped into a fairy tale!

Gown: FlowerDreams by Nile Karas – Selena Gown. Includes a 10-color HUD for the dress & for the flexi decor, so you have the option to go all one color or to mix for a totally different look. Sized for Hourglass, Legacy, & Maitreya. EXCLUSIVELY at the January Swank Event, January 7th – 30th Demo available.
Head: LeLUTKA – Lilly Head (Group Gift)
Body: Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
Skin: theSkinnery – Monica, available at Collabor88
Hair: EMO-tions – Roberta Hair & Collar
Freckles: Izzie’s – Heart Mole; ALMA Makeup – Beauty Mark 1
Makeup: poema – Mariola Eyeshadow;); Trend – Slayer Eyeliner

Hello 2021

Posted on January 7, 2021 by cejalaval

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I’ve been finding it very hard to blog for the last few days. I’ve been a bit overwhelmed by all that’s going on here in my country, threatening the very fabric upon which it’s based, blogging SL fashion has just seemed so unimportant. But I woke up to the realization that it’s not just the big things that matter, but also all the little things that we enjoy, the small freedoms, the minor pleasures. Collectively, they do add up to a big thing, and sometimes just one of those little things can momentarily be powerful enough to offer that small escape, that flash of a positive emotion… not sufficient to turn your whole world around, but to at least bring a ray of sunshine bursting through the clouds, to offer that momentary respite from all the heaviness and doom and gloom. So I’ve returned to my second home and to my Second Life, and though it’s definitely quite a bit harder to escape, and forget, and concentrate, I’m back to give my blogging and my sponsors the attention they deserve. After all, it’s a new year. I’ve said goodbye to some old sponsors; I’ve moved one or two around from the human me to my fantasy other; and I’m welcoming some new ones too. Here’s to blogging in 2021! (and, of course, happy shopping!)

Outfit: GiuliaDesign – Mixa. A form-fitting leather jacket, partially unzipped with no shirt underneath. Short leather shorts that lace-up the front & have an optional chain hanging across the butt. What a pair, with such fabulous detail!!! Also includes fishnet stockings (in BOM & Omega, together with the flat, somewhat punky non-rigged boots. Available in 10 colors or in a fatback, Marisela is sized for Hourglass, Legacy, & Maitreya. Jacket & shorts sold separately, either in individual colors (10 individual/two-toned choices for the jacket; 4 for the shorts) or in a fatpack, EXCLUSIVELY at the January Vanity Event, open Jan 4th – 28th. Demo available.
Head: LeLUTKA – Lilly Head (Group Gift)
Skin: theSkinnery – Scarlett (Holiday Group Gift)
Hair: eXxEsS – Niva
Freckles: Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles; ALMA Makeup – Beauty Mark 1
Makeup: theSkinnery – Aurora Eye Makeup (Group Gift), layered with I n’ K Original – Smokey Eyes BOM; Top1 Salon – HD Sphynx Lipstick
Jewelry: Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Pose: Slouch – Mugshot (gift)
Location: Cemento Dark Club

Goodbye 2020!

Posted on December 30, 2020January 8, 2021 by cejalaval

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The world rarely agrees on anything, but I would have to guess that just about everyone is happy to see the year 2020 end. No, things won’t magically change as the page turns on the calendar, but closing the books on the year will hopefully mean one step in the right direction. Although most of us will be “celebrating” very very quietly, here’s a toast to better things in the year ahead!

Outfit: GiuliaDesign – Marisela. Stunningly simple two-piece dress that flaunts style whether you dress it up or down. Criss-cross straps in back & the separate arms are what to me really make this dress a standout! Available in 10 colors or in a fatback, Marisela is sized for Hourglass, Freya, Legacy, & Maitreya. EXCLUSIVELY available at the December Swank event CLOSING TODAY (yes, I know I’m late blogging).
Head: LeLUTKA – Lilly Head. FREE Christmas Gift for Group Members. There’s a free male head too! Both are available HERE at a special holiday site that ONLY has the two heads.
Body: Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
Skin: theSkinnery – Scarlett (Holiday Group Gift)
Hair: Doux – Brandie
Makeup: theSkinnery – Aurora Makeup (Group Gift), layered with Simple Eyeshadow & Waterline Eyeliner; ives – Passione lipstick
Jewelry: Indulge Temptation (IT!) – Samsara Necklace – Loved; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Pose: Belle Poses – Zoe
Location: Backdrop Central

Catching My Eye

Posted on December 21, 2020 by cejalaval

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I have a desk! I’m so excited, it’s so much easier to be on the computer, let alone to blog! Couldn’t happen at a better time either with all the holiday specials popping up all over the grid. A new FREE head caught my eye, and I’m therefore once again developing a whole new look! Hopefully the look and what I can do with it will be one to catch eyes as well lol! Happy shopping!!!

Dress: Sascha’s Designs (SAS) – Paris Dress. Stunning little cocktail dress, with some truly awesome customization options in terms of texture. First choose between two different HUDs, each one offering 8 different (& really exceptional) textures that can be applied to just the top, just the skirt, or both. Sized for Hourglass, Freya, Isis, Legacy, & Maitreya, Paris is EXCLUSIVELY available at the December Swank event open Dec 7th -30th.
Head: LeLUTKA – Lilly Head. FREE Christmas Gift for Group Members. I’ve often been tempted to try LeLUTKA because it seems whenever I really love someone’s look, that’s what they’re wearing. But with so many heads in my inventory from blogging, I’ve always resisted. Until now. Lily is free, so I figured why not give it a try. I am blown away! I’ve loved other heads before, true, but there are always issues that eventually become so annoying that I find myself tempted to move on. My immediate impression of LeLUTKA is that Lilly is not only a beautiful head, but she also has a relatively easy HUD to work, although I’m admittedly struggling with a tonal difference between head & body (I think it’s the difference between BOM on the head & Omega on the body, so I’m working on going BOM on my body too). I’m so in love with the range of mood animations that are built in; they not only look amazingly natural, but they keep running even when you remove the HUD, And so far no major glitches, like my mouth constantly popping open on another brand’s head that I adore but can’t deal with because of the inability to use their facial expressions. I’m happily surprised by the tons of “extras” available out there for the Evolution line of heads, but since Lilly is BOM only (no Omega except for the eyes) I have very little in inventory that will work. Even so, my first impressions are double thumbs up! There’s a male head too! Both are available HERE at a special holiday site that ONLY has the two heads.
Body: Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
Skin: theSkinnery – Scarlett (Holiday Group Gift)
Hair: Tram – F919
Makeup: Trend – Slayer Eyeliner & Sinner Eyeshadow
Jewelry: Solange – Retro Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Pose: Reve Obscura (RO!) – Elegant Bento Pose
Location: Eterea