Tag: Avatars

Beachin’ it!

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I’m heading off to the beach today in RL, and all I can say is that it takes an awful lot more work than on the grid.  Inworld there’s no driving, no traffic, no lotions, no red flags… all it takes for a perfect time at the beach is a sensational bikini, sunglasses, some kind of floatie, flip flops, and a hat… then a quick TP to find my perfect spot in the sun!  Sighs… if only it was this easy in RL… and if only I looked this good!

  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
  • Head: LAQ – Sandy (Bento), NEW, exclusively available at Uber 
  • Skin:  7 Deadly S[k]ins – Merci, worn in Almond
  • Brows:  LAQ – Brows 1
  • Hair: TRUTH – Gwen, new VIP Gift
  • Tattoo: Juna – Zhoe, NEW at White Nights @ The Avenue 
  • Outfit:   Sweet E’s – Pink Bikini with Wrap (HUD includes a print & a solid option for all 3 items), now available for 50% OFF at the July Fitmesh Plaza & 50% Discount Event
  •  Shoes: ZK – Summer Flip Flops with 11-color/2-metal HUD, Cosmopolitan 6th Anniversary Gift (thru 7/14)
  • Sunglasses: Mulloy – Josa Glasses (HUD with 16 frame options + 4 lens choices)
  • Jewelry:  Aurealis Jewelry – Haro Earrings, Rose Gold, Cosmopolitan 6th Anniversary Gift (thru 7/14);  Rebel Hope Designs – Starfish Beach Anklet; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose: Amitie – Summer Hat, pose 4 (hat included)
  • Prop: Sorumin – Summer Gacha Swimming Ring
  • Location: Baja Tides

Ready for my close-up

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Sometimes I wonder if the ability to continually change our look makes us happier in Second Life or adds new pressure to keep updating and be better.  I know that I’m not fully satisfied… even though I THINK I have finally achieved my initial goal of going to a mesh head — my original look, only better! But still I know that there will continue to be tweaks and new heads along the way; certainly as the technology continues to change, I will evolve right along with it.  But at this point in time, Sandy is definitely my new every day head (and no, I’m not taking bets on how long it will last).  And unlike my pre-mesh days, I DO change skins constantly, depending on the look I’m trying to achieve.  My skin of the day — Bali — is a beauty that really shows off the glorious details of the head (I used the Bali brows; all I did was add freckles) — and she’s available for half-off at the FitMesh Plaza Event.

Going for a ride

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This is one of those outfits that I wanted the moment I saw it, and was just thrilled that it not only came in Tonic sizes but was from a designer whose sizes always fit like they should! The lo-cut, off-shoulder blouse has a wonderful finishing edge, and just looks like it would be incredibly soft to the touch. The cute little shorts are hi-cut in the rear, and unzipped in the front to not only make room for that post-partying bloat, but also to show a glorious inside fabric that matches the teeny thong. And of course there’s a HUD for everything, so you can pick the color/pattern combination you prefer (and let me say, it was NOT an easy choice).

  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
  • Head: LAQ – Sandy (Bento), NEW, exclusively available at Uber
  • Eyes: IKON – Hope Eyes in Emerald
  • Skin:  7 Deadly S[k]ins – Merci, worn in Almond, available at the June Designer Circle event
  • Brows:  LAQ – Brows 1
  • Hair: Argrace – Yura
  • Tattoo: SHANA (Marketplace Only) – Asha Black (Omega)
  • Outfit:  Grafittiwear – NEW! Open Shorts (with thong panties) & Off-Shoulder Blouse, available in 3 different color-packs, each with 8 options; sold separately; sized for Tonic, Maitreya, Freya, Isis, Venus, Hourglass & Physique
  • Jewelry: RealEvil Industries – Avva Earrings, Necklace, Bracelet; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose: {NANTRA} – Beep Beep, Pose 3
  • Location: My home at GlenXi Estates

Firework

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http://I'm a firework! Happy 4th of July!

So I wasn’t going to blog today because it’s a holiday and I figured few people are online. But then I realized that I’M online for at least a few hours, so maybe others are too. The result:  a SPECIAL JULY 4TH EDITION.

And what could I possibly blog other than a “patriotic” outfit. So here’s my take on the red-white-and-blue SL-style! There’s nothing subtle about this outfit, in ANY respect — strapless, lo-cut in front; wayyyy short in back (ass cheeks hanging out on full display here), side leg zippers pulled wayyyy up on the side (finding panties that worked was for me a necessity but quite the challenge!), and an in-your-face American flag pattern. I, of course, took it even further with some older items buried in my inventory  — July 4th shoes, firecracker earrings, and a tattoo of stars. I’m a firework going to shoot across the sky! Happy 4th of July (and Happy Canada Day to my Canadian friends out there as well)!

  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
  • Head: LAQ – Sandy (Bento), NEW, exclusively available at Uber
  • Eyes: IKON – Hope Eyes in Emerald
  • Skin:  7 Deadly S[k]ins – Merci, worn in Almond, available at the June Designer Circle event
  • Hair: TRUTH – Halona
  • Tattoo: CyberStar BodyArt – Be A Cyberstar V1 (Group Dollarbie)
  • Nails:  ZOZ – Celebration 2 Polish. gift at the Cosmopolitan 6th Anniversary Event
  • Dress:  Sweet Temptations – 4th July 2018; sized for Tonic, Belleza (Freya, Isis, Venus), eBody, Maitreya, & Slink (Hourglass, Physique) 
  • Lingerie: Lumae – Lacey Days (Omega applier)
  • Shoes: KC Couture – Amelia Wedges, 4th of July (Group Gift 2016)
  • Jewelry: Earthstones – Little Stars Anklet, Freedom NEW GROUP GIFT; Dressed By Lexi – Firecracker Earrings Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose: Sassy Sweet Poses – American Flag Hold Pose & Prop (available with other flags too); Marketplace Only

Permission to board?

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For someone who’s rarely taken bikini photos, I seem to be doing a lot of them lately (and there’s more to come).  And for good reason: it’s bikini season, and SL designers are going all-out to outdo each other with great cuts and fabulous textures.  Just look at this suit! The bottom is about as teeny as they get, with a pure thong in the back and just enough coverage in front; the top is lo-cut but full enough to comfortably support full-sized breasts, and sports cut-outs at the bottom for that added note of sexiness (as if this suit needs it).  Two tiny bands over the hips with a patch of fabric, and skinny string ties for the top with an alpha bow… all these details make for an incredibly special bikini. Sized for Tonic, Belleza Freya/Isis, eBody Classic/Curvy, Eve, Maitreya, and Slink Orig/Hourglass, it’s available in a range of solids and patterns… I’m wearing the Neon Ribbon, but be sure to check out the solid Blue Caribe… it’s 50% off at the July Fitmesh Plaza & 50% Discount Event.

Rain rain go away

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http://Rain rain go away

OK, logically I know we need the rain, and sometimes a rainy day can be incredibly enjoyable, but NOT when the weatherman predicts sunny skies. In my time, I’ve had a lot of extra cups of coffee waiting it out, but — and how’s this for a segue? — I rarely look as good as in this amazingly soft-looking, flowy, remarkably feminine jumpsuit. Yes, the cut of the top is great, the sheer fabric in the middle adds undeniable sex appeal, the color choices are wonderful (15 solids, plus the pattern I’m wearing in 5 colors) but it’s the way the bottoms have such natural-looking folds that really makes this jumpsuit special. Unfortunately, though, it can’t stop the rain…

  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
  • Head: LAQ – Neve (Bento)
  • Eyebrows: DS’Elles – Eyebrow Series 8 for Omega
  • Eyes: AZ Design Eyes Store – Mandala Eyes, available in Mesh, Appliers (Omega, Catwa, Lelutka), & Classic
  • Skin:  7 Deadly S[k]ins – Merci, worn in Almond, available at the June Designer Circle event
  • Hair: Argrace – SAE
  • Tattoo: Juna – Lule V2
  • Outfit: Cremosas Store – Jumpsuit (20-color HUD); sizes for Tonic, Slink Hourglass, Physique, Belleza Freya, Isis, and Maitreya
  • Shoes: Tonic – Grace Sandals (multi-color HUD)
  • Jewelry:  Grafittiwear – Sunstones Earrings & Necklace;Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose: FMS Poses – pose 491
  • Location: Mystic Timbers Photo

Soaking up the last rays of sun

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http://Soaking up the last rays of sun

If you follow my blog (and I certainly hope you do), you’ve probably noticed that I’m suddenly taking a lot of pictures on the beach or in water lately, including several in bikinis. There are three reasons for this… first, because it’s bikini season in this part of the world, SL designers are all releasing incredible new designs and textures that are just too hard to resist. Second, photo contests are popping up all over the place, and one I’m participating in is at a beach community. And three (and frankly, this is probably the biggest reason), it’s just wishful thinking on my part since (A) the beach is a few hours and a whole hassle away in RL and (B) RL bikinis belong way back in my past. But that’s part of what Second Life is for, right? So I’ll just continue my bikini dreams, soaking up the last rays of the Cape Florida sun… and I don’t even have to think about sunscreen!

  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
  • Head: LAQ – Neve (Bento)
  • Eyebrows: DS’Elles – Eyebrow Series 8 for Omega
  • Skin:  7 Deadly S[k]ins – Java, worn in Maple
  • Nails: Encore – Shades of Green Nail Appliers
  • Hair: eXxEsS – Avela
  • Eyes: AZ Design Eyes Store – Mandala Eyes, available in Mesh, Appliers (Omega, Catwa, Lelutka), & Classic
  • Tattoo: Juna – Dala (Omega)
  • Bikini: Allure Couture – Siren with 6 color HUD, includes Heeled Sandals (not worn); in sizes for Tonic, Physique, Hourglass, TMP, Maitreya, Freya, Isis, Venus, & Classic avatars.
  • Shoes: ROC – Canvas Sneaker! Tiptoe (25 color HUD); in sizes for Slink, Belleza, Maitreya, & TMP
  • Jewelry:  Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Location: Cape Florida Lighthouse & Park

Bird-watching 101

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http://Bird-watching 101

Every girl needs white jeans in the summer, and what goes better with white jeans than a nautical-blue shirt? And these are not just ordinary jeans — cut-outs down the leg with black lace edging, and then matching lace on the front and back pockets. And if blue-and-white denim isn’t your thing, how about black-and-blue, green-and-brown, red-and-blue, white-and-black (all part of a recent update) or the original brown leather-and-lace (updated with new sizes)? All color combos feature the same sexy little tie up shirt with a contrasting bra (your choice whether or not to wear it, but I feel that this style shirt needs it or there’s an annoying gap between body and shirt), shoes, and matching jewelry. Perfect look for whatever your destination… even going to the beach to teach your doggie the fine art of bird-watching!

  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
  • Head: LAQ – Neve (Bento)
  • Eyebrows: DS’Elles – Eyebrow Series 8 for Omega
  • Skin:  7 Deadly S[k]ins – Maureen, worn in Almond
  • Nails: Encore – Shades of Blue Nail Appliers
  • Hair: Argrace – Shirabe
  • Eyes: AZ Design Eyes Store – Mandala Eyes, available in Mesh, Appliers (Omega, Catwa, Lelutka), & Classic
  • Makeup: LAQ – Opal Matte Lipsticks Applier
  • Tattoo: Chameleon – Lalit
  • Outfit: Allure Couture – Jackie Blue & White Jean Outfit, includes Slate Earrings & Necklace; in sizes for Tonic, Physique, Hourglass, TMP, Maitreya, Freya, Isis, Venus, & Classic avatars.
  • Shoes: Tonic – Grace Sandals 
  • Jewelry:  [Earrings & Necklace included with outfit]; RealEvil Industries – Aqvila Bracelet (multi-option HUD); Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose: Reve Obscura – Spring Day Bento Pose with Mesh Dog
  • Location: Cape Florida Lighthouse & Park

Pina Colada, Anyone?

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I’m seeing variations of this sexy little bare-backed romper EVERYWHERE, in different patterns and textures. It fits amazingly well, and is both cute and sexy.  But by trying lots of demos, I did notice that while they all looked good in and of themselves, almost all had severe alpha conflicts with long hair, probably because most designers included sheer options. For me, long hair was a MUST with this outfit — especially since I just discovered Stealthic and have refused to take this hair off for days lol (I just love the naturalness of the hairline) — which is partly why I chose this relatively simple denim interpretation of the romper. (which still provides 12 different colors). But after all that shopping and demo-ing, I do think it’s time for drinks… pina colada anyone?

  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
  • Head: LAQ – Neve (Bento)
  • Eyebrows: DS’Elles – Eyebrow Series 8 for Omega
  • Skin:  7 Deadly S[k]ins – Java, worn in Maple
  • Tattoo: Juna – Fahari (Omega)
  • Nails: Encore – Shades of Blue Nail Appliers
  • Eyes: AZ Design Eyes Store – Mandala Eyes, available in Mesh, Appliers (Omega, Catwa, Lelutka), & Classic
  • Hair: Stealthic – Cadence (Bento Fitted)
  • Outfit:  S&B Fashion – Bare Back Romper Denim (12-color HUD)
  • Shoes: Faboo – Oahu Heels in Trinity (Group Gift)
  • Jewelry: Maxi Gossamer – Tarentella Gypsy Dancer Bracelet & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose: Le Poppycock – “Endless Summer” (Gacha), Sunset Strip
  • Location: Evans Country Club

Confidence with Style

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http://Confidence with Style

This is definitely not one of those all-too-common micro-bikinis that provide the merest scrap of material to cover enough bits to meet potential sim requirements… this is a suit that is bursting with STYLE.  Beautifully designed to flaunt your body — whether curvy or model-thin — while the latticed “cage” on both the top and bottom provides incredible interest to draw and capture the eye.  And the patterns in the HUD are all so beautiful the hardest part was deciding which one to wear.  Honestly, if I could still wear a bikini in real life, this is exactly what I’d want (yes, even though it would give really strange tan lines lol)…

  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
  • Head: LAQ – Neve (Bento)
  • Eyebrows: DS’Elles – Eyebrow Series 8 for Omega
  • Skin:  7 Deadly S[k]ins – Maureen, worn in Almond
  • Nails: Encore – Shades of Green Nail Appliers
  • Hair: Argrace – Yura
  • Tattoo: Juna – Lula (Omega)
  • Bikini:  MOZ Designs – “Le Cage” Fantasy Tankini, available in 3 individual colors/patterns, 3 Fat Packs (Leathers, Lace ‘n Leather, Fantasy), & 1 Super Pack of all 24 options
  • Shoes: KC Couture – RIO Flip Flops (multi-option HUD)
  • Sunglasses: Mulloy – Antago Glasses (HUD with 16 frame options + 4 lens choices)
  • Jewelry:  Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose: :LW: Poses – Confidence (includes towel & beach bag props)
  • Location: Cape Florida Lighthouse & Park