An Alluring Moment

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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

A Long Hot Summer

http://Luane's World Photo Contest Spring 2021 #2 -A Long Hot Summer

In my little corner of the world, life seems to be heading back to normal.  The vast majority of those who want to be vaccinated have done so, which makes everyone more willing to go out and do things.  And as more activities resume after this more-than-a-year-long hiatus, there’s so much more to do!  With the snowbirds returning to the north, it’s starting to get easier to get into classes where spacing is limited because of still-in-effect Covid restrictions.  The bottom line is that I’m busier than ever, both with physical activities and now with a newly invigorated social life.  It really is amazing to me how life has changed since our move in November.  The looming issue are the warnings about how hot it does get here in the summer.  Well, NY was no picnic either with its hot humid summers, but summer here does last about twice as long.  Of course, everything down here is air conditioned and many outdoor restaurant spots have misters, which should help but only time will tell.  At this point, I’m actually enjoying the hot days (we’ve been in the low 90s many times already, but who knows?  All I can do is prepare for the long, hot summer ahead! (And of course, shop… there’s always shopping!!!!)

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Elsbeth Pant Outfit.  There’s a lovely romantic air about Elsbeth, with her optional sheer sleeves & matching heels.  Elsbeth is sized for Slink HG/P,  Belleza F/I, Legacy, Altamura, & Maitreya.  She’s available in 5 separate colors, in a 5-texture Slimpack, or a Fatback of 10, all with 100% Original Textures where you can adjust the top, sleeves, pants, & heels separately. EXCLUSIVELY at the April Twe12ve event, an Evil Bunny Production, April 12th – 30th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Monica
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole; Finer Threads – Sel Beauty Marks
  • Eyes:  ARTE – Green Eyes
  • Hair:  TRUTH – Serenity
  • Makeup:  ADORED – Dreamgirl Shadow, Earthbound Set; TOP1Salon – HD Nataluxe Lips
  • Jewelry:  Indulge Temptation (IT!) – Samsara Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  STUN Poses – Lelys
  • Location:  Luane’s World

C’mon, let’s get hoppin’!

http://C'mon, let's get hoppin'!

Now that I’ve moved to the south and am much more active, I’ve started dieting.  Took me just over a month to lose the 10 pounds I’d put on during my COVID hibernation! Not that I’m stopping there, although I’ve made sure that I’ve totally realized and accepted that my figure will never EVER approach the one(s) that I have here on the grid.  Wouldn’t it be awesome if somehow we all had body sliders in real life? I sincerely doubt that will EVER be a reality, but it is amazing how much better and energetic I feel since I’ve started really settling in to my new home.  I’m always ready to go try some new activity and just keep busy, while keeping a watchful eye not to overdo to the point where I end up sidelined for weeks or more.  I’m also learning to integrate my blogging time better into my schedule, which will hopefully lead to a more reasonable schedule of posts!  Glances at my FitBit… time to get hoppin’ to the next activity! (I know, I know, but I HAD to have at least one reference lol!)  Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Ari-Pari – Thalia Corset & Shorts.  This so-cute set consists of a cropped corset top paired with waist-high shorts with a solid fabric sash.  Includes a HUD with 10 different color options for both the top & the skirt; sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya. You can find this adorable $1L set on the Evil Bunny Hunt 11; your hint to find this prize at the store is:  Shhh… there’s a kitten sleeping nearby!
  • Pose/Props:  Something New Props & Poses – Easter Trike.  Fun props supporting a great tricyle/pose!  The second of two poses available as part of the Evil Bunny Hunt 11, your hint to find this $1L pose at the store is:  The colour of her Easter Egg was Sunflower  (You can see my post on the other pose HERE.)
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Monica
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole
  • Hair:  Sintiklia – Orli
  • Eyes:  NinaX – Senna Eyes.  Also part of the Evil Bunny Hunt, details are at the link given above.
  • Makeup: poema – Mariola eyeshadow;  theSkinnery – Waterline eyeliner
  • Jewelry:  Madpea – Pastel Egg Necklace; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Ears/Tail:  Cotton Usagi Ears & Tail
  • Shoes:  Reign – Arianna Sneakers

Some Bunny Loves You

http://Some Bunny Loves You

Happy Easter!  I have to say, I’ve never quite understood the relationship of bunnies to eggs, or how they relate to the whole meaning of Easter.  My understanding is that it’s linked to some pagan rituals about spring and rebirth that were “adopted”, but I’m sure the exact roots of the traditions are long lost in the annals of history and lore.  (And I won’t even get started about how chocolate got into the mix let alone dressing up like a Playboy bunny for Easter in SL.)  All of that said, I did dig through my inventory to find the most amazing scripted bunny ears and tail that wiggle and move, and have a life of their own, in order to have a little dress up fun for the holiday.  So many fun items out there, especially at the Evil Bunny Hunt  that I’ve decided to dedicate two blog posts to highlight just a few.  Now get hoppin’ on all that fun shoppin’!  (The Evil Bunny Hunt runs from April 3rd – 30th; you can see all the items & their hints HERE.  The hunt consists of evil and nice eggs, designers choosing which theme they prefer. You are looking for an angelic halo egg or a naughty devil horned egg or at some stops both! All eggs are $1L. Check the hunt blog to see which egg you’re hunting for.)

  • Eyes:  NinaX – Senna Eyes.  Six different color eyes, both as LeLUTKA & Omega appliers & as BOM layers (see below for the colors).  As a part-bunny for the weekend, I just had to pick the pink!!!  You can find these eyes on the Evil Bunny Hunt 11; your hint to find this prize at the store is: “Kiss me and I’ll give you a sweet prize!” 
  • Pose/Props:  Something New Props & Poses – Eggnapping.  I’m only showing a tiny part of a really fun couples pose for Easter (see below for designer’s shot).  I’ve admittedly changed the tone of the pose from an “evil” one of “eggnapping” to more of a “nice” happy “eggoffering”, but honestly it works either way.  One of two poses available as part of the Evil Bunny Hunt 11, your hint to find this pose at the store is:  “Be it Easter Eggs or Hotdogs, I dont share!!!!”
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Monica
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole
  • Hair:  Sintiklia – Orli
  • Makeup: poema – Mariola eyeshadow;  theSkinnery – Waterline eyeliner
  • Jewelry:  Madpea – Pastel Egg Necklace; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Ears/Tail:  Cotton Usagi Ears & Tail

 

It’s the Simple Things

http://It's the Simple Things

It’s so easy to get caught up in all the messy little details of life, from the major issues of the day to pulling together taxes to finally cleaning out that closet, unpacking that mystery box, or even what to make for dinner.  Lately I’m working on my mindfulness, to fully surrender and just BE fully there in the moment… feeling the sun on my face, the grass between my toes, the birds chattering in the trees, the sound of the rain on the roof, the strains of a violin, whatever is in that particular moment.  I’m finding it calming, centering, refreshing, and definitely a nice little break from all the stress I tend to place upon myself.   In perfect alignment with the brand name, I found that the animations in the stone set shown here are full of those simple moments, from enjoying a cup of coffee, eating some grapes, reading a book, and just plain old relaxing.  I didn’t get a chance to play with the couple animations, but I’m sure that there’s some “splendor in the grass” included in the adult version!  And on that note, happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Melt – June Outfit.  Cute, sassy little crop top with a deep plunge neck & ruffles, paired with a tiny little asymmetric skirt also with a ruffle.  Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya, June includes a 16 texture HUD for both the top & the skirt, for a wide range of looks.  See the closeup below for a more detailed view.  Available EXCLUSIVELY at the March Twe12ve event, an Evil Bunny Production, March 12th – 30th.
  • Scene:  Simple Reflections – Stone Patio Set.  Cobblestone patio with benches, potted plants, & a bed of blue-eyed grass in a frame (see the full pic below).  Both the grass & the benches have animations (PG or Adult).  Available both as a full set or as just the patio or just the grass (which can be used with/without frame).   EXCLUSIVELY available at the March round of the Swank Event, open March 7th – 30th.  
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Monica
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole
  • Hair:  TRUTH – Destiny

She loves horses, and her boyfriend too

http://She loves horses and her boyfriend too

Life definitely seems to be in free fall.  Like kids at summer camp, we’re busy running around trying all kinds of new activities.  At this point, almost all of them are physical since “mental” activities tend to be indoors which means most either aren’t happening yet or I won’t feel comfortable enough until the two weeks have passed since I got my 2nd vaccine.  And therein lies the problem… mentally we’re totally into bouncing from new activity to new activity… physically our bodies are going “whoa baby, let’s talk about this”.  I’m gimping around a bit, and am almost ready (I think) to try out my new bicycle again (seat was too low and I really hurt my knee last time); hubs is in horrible pain from something he did to his hamstring.  Urgent Care didn’t help; waiting for a doctor appointment now, but it’s been a couple of weeks of non-activity with incredible pain for him.  This has necessarily meant that I’ve needed to temporarily take over all the chores and errands he normally handles, plus wait on him as much as he’ll allow… On top of that, I tried taking apart my desk chair to try to figure out the type of gas cylinder it needs (no manufacturer name on the chair, how is that possible lol), it’s still in pieces on the floor (I’m not the most mechanically minded), so I’m sitting on a highly uncomfortable bridge chair…  All of this creating a situation where being inworld, let alone blogging, has been more difficult.  Free falling, indeed!  But despite all that, absolutely no way I would miss this absolutely adorable little outfit (and neither should you!)…  and on that note, happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Anna Mae.  Foot-stomping-ly cute, Anna Mae includes the most adorable little tube top with a contrasting ruffle; one strap is artfully falling down the shoulder, the other is completely untied & adds a touch of tantalizing sexual promise.  Paired with a matching little skirt & flat black boots, Anna Mae is sized for Hourglass, Freya, Legacy, Alice, eBody Curvy, Kupra, & Maitreya.  She’s available in 5 separate colors, in a 5-texture Slimpack, or a Fatback of 10, all with 100% Original Textures. EXCLUSIVELY at the March Twe12ve event, an Evil Bunny Production, March 12th – 30th.  Demo available.
  • Head, Eyes, Eyeshadow:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Monica
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole; Finer Threads – Sel Beauty Marks
  • Hair:  Doux – Peach
  • Lipstick:  Tutti Belli – Lollipop Lipstick Collection
  • Hat:  Stone’s Works –  American Eagle CowBoy Hat (unisex)
  • Jewelry:   RealEvil Industries – Avva Set; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  Fashiowl – My White Horse
  • Backdrop:  Crystal – Horses House Backdrop

If only…

http://If only...

Ugh, there are times I can really hate February.  It’s just so short… you’d be amazed how those 2 or 3 days really impact you in a month of blogging when most events don’t start until the 2nd week.  Think of it this way… that 2 or 3 days is at least one and possibly two blogs the way I shoot/post (I’m on the slower side because I take a zillion shots for every post, with very rare exceptions).  This year February has been even harder because I’m still settling into my new, much more active life, and I’m finding that my blogging hours are severely shorted and my energy severely diminished as well.  I also received my first COVID 19 shot, and unlike most people, I did get a killer migraine as a reaction to shot #1 that lasted for a few days… nothing serious, thankfully, but enough that I couldn’t sit at a computer and concentrate, let alone be creative. That said I know in the scheme of things this is all minor bs; I’m incredibly lucky to have this new active lifestyle, to have received my shot, and to have a fabulous bunch of sponsors who generally understand that when Second Life and real life conflict, well, real life just has to win out.  (And believe me, that is something I have fought time and again in the 14 years I’ve been here!)  But I am human (sadly sometimes, lol), and I do spend quite a bit of time in “If Only” mode.  At the moment, it’s “if only I had a few more days”… but alas, life doesn’t work that way as we all know.  The best thing in Second Life that I know for this ailment is shopping therapy!!!!  May you be as happy in your shopping as I am in mine lol!

  • Gown:  Allure Couture – Heloise.  A stunning mermaid gown that is made even more fabulous by the 100% original textures & how artfully they’re used on this gown… I just love the use of the solid satin in the bodice area, as piping along the top, for the laces in the back (yes! it dips in the back & laces up!), & the bottom pool of fabric & how it sets off the subtle swirls of the sheath. Heloise is sized for Slink H/P, Belleza F/I, Legacy, & Maitreya, & is available in 5 separate colors, in a 5-texture Slimpack, or a Fatback of 10.  Includes matching heels.  Heloise is EXCLUSIVELY at the February Twe12ve event, an Evil Bunny Production, through TODAY Feb 28th (after that, Heloise will be at the main store).  Demo available.
  • Head, Eyes, Eyeshadow:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Monica
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole; Finer Threads – Sel Beauty Marks
  • Hair:  Exile – Countess
  • Lipstick:  Tutti Belli – Lollipop Lipstick Collection
  • Jewelry:   Accolade – Japanese Tensha Bead Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  STUN Poses – Manu
  • Backdrop:  irrISIStible – Extraordinary Garden Backdrop

Morning Glory

http://Morning Glory

Sinners or Saints is an interesting question, is it not?  One described quite clearly by Billy Joel when he said “he’d rather laugh with the sinners than cry with the saints” (a song I’m sure I’ll use in another blog for this event lol).  Which you’d rather be probably depends on your definition of each, the circumstances, and so much more, but I know that at least here on the grid, I tend to be more on the sinners side, at least when it comes to dress (although as anyone who has ever looked at my blog or FlickR knows, I am definitely PG in my pix ).   To my thinking, very few of us are one or the other; we’re all a blend, with some leaning more to one extreme to the other.  One of the beautiful things about Second Life is that you can experiment with all kinds of “sin” and do so safely because let’s face it: none of it is real.  What you do in your real life is, of course, something else entirely.  That said, go out, shop, and have fun!!! It’s a game after all!

  • Swimsuit:  LOoLOo & The Platypus – Strapped.  Wow, just wow!  I guess common thought is that itty bitty bikinis are the sexiest, but I have to say that I find one-piece suits with this kind of sensational style & cut are way sexier, not just in how they look but also in how they make me feel (& that’s a large part of how you look, isn’t it?)  Curves just really stand out in a cut like this! Strapped comes in 4 individual colors or in a fatpack, sized for Slink HG/P, Freya, Legacy, & Maitreya/Maitreya Petite.  EXCLUSIVELY available at Sinners and Saints 2 Valentine Edition, an Evil Bunny Production, from February 6th – 28th.  Coordinated men’s swimsuits also available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Monica
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole; Finer Threads – Sel Beauty Marks
  • Hair:  Exile – Talia
  • Makeup:  GOREGLAM – Cherry Rush Lipgloss
  • Tattoo:  Juna Artistic Tattoo – Dela
  • Jewelry:   Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  WetCat – Shades