Fresh Blood, Mmmmm

http://Fresh Blood, Mmmmm

And the holiday season is off and running!  And that means two very specific things here in Second Life — various types of holiday hunts and fundraisers!  I’m featuring items from two seasonal events in this post.  Boo Bunny Hunt 9 is an Evil Bunny Production filled with fun and great Halloween-themed items from a wide range of designers; OutShop Cancer is dedicated to raising funds to help fight breast cancer.  A huge roster of designers have done their part by creating and donating fabulous items to the cause.  Now it’s your turn, to shop till you drop and work to OutShop Cancer!  Two events that join an already busy roster of ongoing monthly events, with many more to come!  Ready, set, go!!!  Just one small word of advice… avoid graveyards after midnight!!!

  • Outfit:  Donni’s Dollies – Delannie Gothic Flowers Burnt Midnight.  This solid black-as-midnight skintight cropped turtleneck paired with a handkerchief skirt with a wide black waistband & a dark gothic pattern… perfect wear for being grabbed by a handsome vampire! Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya, this outfit is yours if you can find it in the store as part of the Boo Bunny Hunt, an Evil Bunny Production, that runs October 3rd – 31st.  
  • Hair:  Firelight – Candi Black/White Gradient.  Firelight is one of the Sponsors of the Boo Bunny Hunt. This year their gift is a really cute ponytail in a black/white gradient color (perfect for Halloween).  They’ve even provided a hint: You are so Elegant that you Light Up my life!  Happy Hunting!
  • Bag:  MY BAGS by Mila – My Gotham in Black.  My Gotham is a 100% original mesh bag created EXCLUSIVELY for the October MIIX Event, open Sept 30th – Oct 20th.  It can be purchased individually in 8 colors or in a Fat Pack with a reduced price & a Hud for changing textures & metals.  It includes Bento poses for hand & arm both with resizer.  A perfect bag for the Halloween season!
  • Pose/Props:  After Midnight Fashion – Graveyard Fresh Victim (Vampire).   AMF is offering 4 pose/props at the Outshop Cancer Event to help support the fight.  This fun couple pose –Vampire Bite for the guy & Vampire Victim for the gal — includes both the graveyard set & self-rezzing pose balls (see below for a full shot of the graveyard prop; note I added the drifting fog).  This set is a 50% donation item, so you know your purchase is going to a phenomenal cause!
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Sandy @ Collabor88
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam – Luminous Eyes in Ivy
  • Makeup:   theSkinnery – Deziree eyeshadow (Group Gift); IVES – Passione Lipstick
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Jewelry:  EarthStones – Chianna Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Shoes:  KC Couture – Marith Heels
  • Fog:  Dysfunctionality – Creeping Fog

Leopard Sighting

http://Leopard's not a neutral?

I recently saw a t-shirt that said “To me, Leopard IS a neutral.”  It stuck in my mind because I have a friend for whom that is very very true… she’s ALWAYS wearing or carrying an animal print (usually leopard) in some way, shape, or form.  I don’t have the personality to do that in RL… I have an item here and there, sure, but it’s just not my normal everyday style.  Of course in SL, I LOVE wearing animal prints… especially when they’re designed with such creative flair as this sparkly little dress… and if anyone thinks I’m overdressed because I’m not out for the evening, well, I can just claim that in my dictionary, leopard IS a neutral! Happy shopping!

  • Dress:  Emerald Couture – Leona.  A photo can’t capture the shimmering sparkle of this awesome little dress.  Beginning under the bustline, it just shimmers, there’s no other word for it. EC Leona Dress comes with a color HUD of 12 different colors, or you can buy single colors for this month’s event. In the fatpack, the ruffle overlay can be worn in any of 8 colors or as clear (you feel all sparkly either way).  Sized for Tonic, Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, Maitreya, & Classic XXS-L, this outfit is EXCLUSIVELY available at the September Twe12ve event, an Evil Bunny Production, open Sept 12th – 30th.  These truly stunning heels come with their own HUD to customize the shoes by changing the front fringes, the heel, the straps, & more, & as part of the birthday celebration at the event, they’re priced at just $12L! 
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (gift version)
  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty (worn with Booty Control), in the new updated version.  Truly the most natural curves on the grid with options to add that extra oomph how & if you want it, as well as others to minimize the bust &/or the butt.  With Tonic, you can truly customize the look of your body!
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Isla in Mocca
  • Hair:  TRUTH – Poetry (September VIP Gift)
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam – Luminous Eyes in Ivy
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Makeup:  poema – mariola eyeshadow; DS’Elles – Scandalous Lipstick
  • Nails:  ZOZ – Jungle Day Polish
  • Jewelry:  Zuri Rayna – Summer Moon Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  FOXCITY – City Life
  • Location:  Bugatti’s

Want to be my distraction?

http://Want to be my distraction?

Sometimes you just need to run away and forget what’s going on, even if it’s only for a few hours.  The fact that I’m blogging is in itself a sign that my plans didn’t materialize as planned.  The car was packed, we were ready to go, when we realized that with everything blowing up and needing attention that we really needed to stay and deal with the “old” house before we took off to figure out things with the “new” house.  Costs keep escalating.  Time is getting shorter.  As you can imagine, the stress level is skyrocketing.  This is when people go looking for a short-lived distraction, something to completely keep their minds off their issues for even a few hours.  For me, that distraction continues to be Second Life and my blogging.  So even though my hands may be too full to meet my normal schedule of blogging, you’ll still be hearing from me.  Hope that’s good news lol! Keep on shopping!!!

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Peyton Dress.  Alluring is the word I would use for this perfectly styled dress…  The blouse is a deep plunge that billows & folds perfectly as it “tucks” into a tight short highwaisted skirt.  The textures are subtle with a range of pastels for the blouse & deep tones for the skirt; matching shoes & panties included as well.  Available in a Fatpack with 10 blouse textures/8 textures for the skirt/8 for the panties/8 for the heels, or as a Slimpack with 5 textures for the blouse/4 for each of the other pieces.  All textures are 100% ORIGINAL.  The complete outfit is sized for Slink H/P, Belleza F/I/V, Legacy, Maitreya & Maitreya Plus.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the September Twe12ve event, an Evil Bunny Production, open Sept 12th – 30th.  
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Isla in Mocca
  • Hair:  Doux – Ciara
  • Makeup:  Izzie’s – Fall Eyeshadow;  Anny’s Fashion – GO Precious Purple Lipstick 04
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam – Luminous Eyes in Ivy
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Nails:  Encore – Shades of Purple
  • Jewelry: EarthStones – Inlaid Harmony Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  STUN – Gomez #6 crossed with ChicChica – Margarita
  • Location:  Buddha Bar Sky Lounge

Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous

http://Greek Goddess reduxhttp://Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous

OK, so I’m not rich and I’m definitely not famous, but I’m definitely feeling like I’m both.  Between the glorious rich tones of this outfit that I can easily envision fitting in anywhere from Morocco to a luxurious Mediterranean villa to a special party at home and this fabulous Greek villa, I’m queen for a day.  And I’m going to make the most of it!  Hmmm, now where did I leave my yacht?

The look:

  • Outfit:    Melt – Zahra Outfit.  If I had to sum this sensational two piece dress up in one word it would undoubtedly be rich.  The 8 HUD-controlled jeweled tones are simply luxurious, yet the fit has the ease of only the very top couture designs.  Simply glorious! Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya, & available EXCLUSIVELY at Fable 5, an Evil Bunny Production, open August 8th – 31st.
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  Analog Dog – Evolve
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Isla in Mocca
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Eyes:  {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Meringue Eyes (Genus Appliers)
  • Jewelry:  Bliensen + Maitai – Lamiya Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  CORPUS – Stylish Lean

The scene:

  • Building & Furniture:  Swank & Co. –  Santorini Patio Garden.  Completely furnished walled Greek garden, including two sets of ornamental gates that open, a splashing fountain, a dining table for 6 (all chairs with animations!), two built-in patio benches (with single & couple animations), potted palm, planter cluster, hanging grape vines, light sconces, & more.  See below for a shot from the other side. EXCLUSIVELY available in PG or Adult versions at the August round of the Swank Event, open August 7th – 31st. 
  • Backdrop:  WonderWall Full Perm Textures – Santorini 10 Backdrops Background Textures

By the Waterfall

http://By the Waterfall

I’ve always loved waterfalls, big ones, small ones, doesn’t matter.  Something about the sound, the feel, that freshness in the air all around them is just so invigorating both to body and spirit.  The big waterfalls are inspiring and mesmerizing; little ones entice you to draw ever closer to their magic.  A mystical way to start a fae’s busy day!  Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Linnett Celtic Skirt Outfit.  Perfectly styled for fantasy folk, but also for the regular human female. Includes a relatively small halter top, an asymmetrical high-waisted skirt with a single ruffle & celtic symbols stitched in gold, matching thong panties (a necessity since it gets VERY short on the side), & matching open-work leather leggings.  Available in a 10 texture Fatpack, or as a 6 texture Slimpack, in all ORIGINAL textures.  The complete outfit is sized for Slink H/P, Belleza F/I/V, Legacy, & Maitreya, but the top & skirt are included in other sizes as well.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the August Twe12ve event, an Evil Bunny Production, open August 12th – 30th.  A We Love to Blog Designer.
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Skin:  Petrichor/Plastik – Styliste (lip stripe also worn)
  • Brows:  Simple Bloom – Genus Lara/Dawn Glitter/Stars (GIFT)
  • Horns:  Eclectica – Metal Satyr Horns
  • Hair:  Kuni – Hera
  • Ears:  Swallow – Pixie Ears Protruding
  • Makeup:  Zibska – Shura Makeup (eyeshadow)
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Ragged Fairy Wings
  • Pose:   Stardust – Aurelia #5
  • Location:  Elvion

On Fairy Patrol

http://On Fairy Patrol

Contrary to common human belief, being a fae is not all fun & games.  The fantasy kingdoms need protection, & in exchange for the ability to relax & enjoy the beauty of the realms, many of us step up & do our part to help protect & ensure their continuation, both against threats from the less-friendly denizens & those from the outside world.  The main problem with patrol is not to get too distracted by the beauty or the hidden secrets when you stumble upon them, or you can find yourself lost in wonder & exploration. Next time you wander in the forest, keep an eye out & listen for the fluttering of wings… you never know what you might find!

  • Outfit:  Fatal Fashion – Outfit 128, Flower Nymph.  Available in two versions, light (white) & dark (black).  Includes the dress, leg lace wraps, wings, flower crown, flower bracelets for arms & legs. Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, TMP, Altamura, & Maitreya.  Available EXCLUSIVELY at Fable 5, an Evil Bunny Production, open August 8th – 31st.
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Aurora Eyes.  Beautiful magical unisex eyes, with just a touch of the cosmos, as you can see in the closeup below. Includes HUDs with 8 textures for Catwa, Omega, Lelutka Evol, & BOM Layers. EXCLUSIVELY at Fable 5, an Evil Bunny Production, open August 8th – 31st.  A We Love to Blog Designer.
  • Skin:  Petrichor/Plastik – Styliste.  OK, let me say first thing that that skin is no longer available. Originally available as a gift at SL17, this 100% custom gorgeous skin had versions for both male & female fantasy folk, & included both BOM layers & a ton of appliers. So why am I blogging it? The answer is simple… Petrichor makes a whole range of magnificent fantasy skins, many of which I hope to be blogging in the future, but for today, for THIS look, this is the skin of choice, & a perfect example of the quality of their skins. 
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  D!va – Vally
  • Brows:  Simple Bloom – Genus Lara/Dawn Glitter/Stars (GIFT)
  • Horns:  Eclectica – Metal Satyr Horns Fatpack
  • Ears:  Swallow – Pixie Ears Protruding
  • Makeup:  Zibska – Olek Makeup (eyeshadow); {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Queenie Lippies (Genus Appliers)
  • Jewelry:  Nanika – Dragonfly Necklace
  • Pose:  Kokoro Poses – Herta Pose Set, #1 (includes bow & arrows)
  • Location:  Lost Unicorn

Irresistible to Mermaids

http://Irrisistible to Mermaids

I’m physically a mess when it comes to my lower extremities.  I recently had surgery to repair a torn meniscus in my knee, but for years I’ve suffered with painful feet and ankles that swell to the size of softballs which I’ve just learned is due to severe arthritis.   Perhaps this is why the idea of being a mermaid is so appealing to me, to not have to deal with all the painful difficulties I have with my legs (though somehow I think I’d probably be at the mer-doctor to see about a painful crick in my tail lol).  In any case, I absolutely loved the whole mermaid look I created back at the Fantasy Faire.  And this truly awesome Little-Mermaid-inspired single pose and prop was just too hard to resist, so I brought her back from the depths in order to squeeze in a blog before the month ended.  Includes a wonderfully detailed scenic prop on it’s own bed of sand that includes the pose; fork is included too, though my favorite thing are the bubbles!  An awesome piece of decor for any underwater scene, even when not going through your collection!  And of course now that I’m back in mermaid form, I have the urge to flip my tail and go exploring the deep… happy shopping!

  • Pose/Props – Something New Props & Poses – I’ve Got Thingamabobs.  As I said above, the detail is amazing, ON ALL SIDES.  (See below for a back angle.)  Should be stamped “irristible to mermaids,” & it’s EXCLUSIVELY available at the July Twe12ve event, an Evil Bunny Production, closing very soon on July 30th. 
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Everlasting worn in Cotton Candy (BOM) with the browless option.  Available in two options of 5 tones each (dark or light tones, including both omega & BOM, regular & browless).  Shape & demos also available.
  • Scales:  Nefekalum Tattoos – Ghost Blue
  • Hair:  Firelight – Wilma, Fantasy Gradient Edition
  • Makeup:  [ae] Adam & Eve – Fantasy Eyeshadow
  • Eyes:  {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Starlet Eyes (Genus Appliers), Set 1
  • Ears:  Swallow – Pixie Ears Protruding
  • Mermaid Tail & Outfit:  La Perla Boutique – Mermaid Set
  • AO:  KAMI-HITOE – Merfolks Starters AO
  • Location:  KingsDale and Siren’s Bay

Down the Rabbit Hole

http://Down the Rabbit Hole

I’ve always had a special affinity for Alice in Wonderland.  In elementary school, I was often called Alison Wonderland (meant derogatively, of course), but it never bothered me because I secretly liked it.  (I didn’t like it as much when they called my best friend and I Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dee, but hey, it wasn’t anywhere near as bad as what some other kids got). I loved the story and its drug-fueled imagination (of course, I didn’t understand the drug angle until much later), falling through a hole into a new world, kind of like Dorothy landing in Oz.  Alice was never my favorite character though; I always loved the Mad Hatter and the Cheshire Cat.  So when I saw this outfit for the Down the Rabbit Hole event — which is a really fun theme, and no, you don’t have to drink anything or shrink small to go! — I knew it was mine to blog.  And I do mean MINE, not my alt who does the fantasy blogging, but MINE.  I mean come on… the provided hair is RED, and that means it’s MINE.  What a relief knowing that I definitely have the perfect outfit all set for Halloween!!!

  • Outfit:  BWC – Mad Hatter.  A totally unique, adorably sexy creation, that includes absolutely everything you need for a complete outfit — the jacket, the corset, panties, thigh high stockings, leg garters, heels, hat, choker, even the hair!  Lots of great little touches, like the card in the hatband & the pocket watch sticking out. Sized for Slink, Belleza, Tonic, eBody, Ocacin, TMP, Maitreya, & Fitmesh. You should note that not all items come in all sizes, but by using my alpha & the fitmesh for the corset (there’s no HG for that), it fit perfectly! But since all bodies are different, be sure to try the demo first.  EXCLUSIVELY available at Down the Rabbit Hole, an Evil Bunny production, open from July 11th – 21st.
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Rune, worn in Cashew
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam – Luminous Eyes in Ivy
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Pose:  Diversion – Urban Girl
  • Location:  Enchanted Fantasy (awesome store for Fairytale Landscapes & Decorations)

Private Enough?

http://Private Enough?

One of the things that makes blogging so much fun is the variety.  When it comes to fashion, putting the look together is obviously the most important, but it doesn’t end there.  Sometimes you want a simple look without a lot of distraction — just find the right pose and the right background and the right windlight, etc..  But other times, the “vision” really calls for you to make a scene, which means on top of all that you need to find the right props and place them “just so.”  To tell the truth, though, I have tons of fun doing that, and really admire those bloggers who do that each and every time.  I tend to lose patience, not to mention it can get costly.  That said, I had a ton of fun (I won’t mention the ton of frustration with the house that WAS in the background, ruining the shot), and ended up with some great decor items!  To me, that’s definitely a win-win!

  • Swimwear:  GGVG Fashion – Sunset Bikini & Sarong.  Let’s be honest: there are a lot of great swimsuits out there, from bikinis to monokinis & more.  It really takes something extra to make one stand out.  GGVG has done that with three different suits by adding different “somethings,” in this case a truly awesome sarong.  Don’t get me wrong, the suit itself is STUNNING… the fabric is small without being too small if you get my meaning, the straps wrap double under the breasts for added interest, the bottom straps sit high on the hips.  As I said, stunning.  The optional sarong though is what really sets it apart, it’s much more substantial than others I’ve seen, but the way it’s tied & the way it’s hung is so natural & still gives full view of the suit from the front, it’s exceptional.  And of course there’s a HUD, so you choose from any of 15 textures (solids & prints) for the top & the bottom, & 8 for the sarong.  Also available in a lace & beaded version.  Sized for Tonic, Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, Legacy, & Maitreya.  Both are EXCLUSIVE at the July  Swank Event, which opens tomorrow July 7th.  
  • Towel:  Freda Stylish Fashion – Rolled Beach Towel.  Includes two different holds that are completely AO & pose friendly (as you can see, I’ve combined it with a pose, listed below), plus a HUD for 8 different textures.  HUNT GIFT for $1L at the Beach Bunny Hunt 10, an Evil Bunny Production, a summer hunt from July 3rd – 31st.  The hunt’s starting point is HERE, and you can join the EVIL BUNNY HUNTS group in-world for help HERE (free join).
  • Sandals:   Blasphemic – Gothgirl Flip Flops.  Sized for Slink, Belleza, & Maitreya. .  See the ad below for a closeup of this $1L HUNT GIFT at the Beach Bunny Hunt 10.  To reiterate, the hunt’s starting point is HERE, and you can join the EVIL BUNNY HUNTS group in-world for help HERE (free join).
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Tonic – Curvy Beauty (worn with Booty Control).  I find that the Tonic bodies are truly the most natural curves on the grid with options like Booty Control to add that extra oomph how & if you want it & others to minimize the bust &/or the butt.
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Mabeline, worn in Almond Browless
  • Hair:  Analog Dog – Terceira
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam – Luminous Eyes in Ivy
  • Brows:  DS’Elles – Eyebrows Series 8 (Omega)
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Tattoo:  Juna – Melany
  • Pose:  Nantra – Beach Illustrated 2020 (modified)
  • Props:  Sway’s – Sandia Beach Bag, Summer Drinking Jar, Shell Beach Shells decoration; Dust Bunny – Beach Paddles (Group Gift)
  • Location:  The new hideaway (private)