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Buy me a drink?

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Wow, hard to believe that summer is nearing its end… I’m already seeing ads for fall items! Why does everyone always feel this need to rush things?  These are the so-called dog days of summer, where the heat and humidity is so oppressive, all you want to do is lie around and “pant”.  Me, I have an excuse for being less active than usual (not that I’m ever ALL that active lol; too happy being on the computer!)… I’m wounded (again, yes).  This time it’s my hands… I wasn’t even able to type for DAYS, seriously stressing my blogging schedule, and I hate to admit it, but the pain and “freaking out” also stressed my creativity.  I think the results show it, but those results vary widely… from being a little lackluster to honing things down to “THE” shot, one that I just love personally.  And as my earliest blogging mentor told me, I need to be shooting for ME, to create something that I personally am proud of and not worry about response.  And the more I blog, the more I see it’s true… sometimes there’s no rhyme or reason that I can see why one pic soars up into Golden Gallery whereas one that I think is a way better shot languishes way below my average.  My designer friends tell me the same thing… you just never know how people will respond or if something will even be seen.  Bottom line, is that you just can’t worry about it and you need to do what YOU like.  And right now, I would like to have a little fun!  Enjoy!

  • Outfit:  WILD Fashion – Tina Jumpsuit.  What an amazing look! Includes fun fashion earrings (with built-in resizer) plus a 30-texture HUD (see the ad below).  Tina is sized for Reborn+Waifu, Legacy, GenX (Classic & Curvy),  & LaraX, & is  EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at the current round of Designer Showcase, open Aug 5th – Aug 20th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn+Waifu
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Philippa, in Resort (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  WingsDG – EF0401
  • Eyes:  EUPHORIC – Freya
  • Makeup:  BNNB Makeup – Fabb Eyeshadow & Bielo Lipstick; Dernier – Eyeliner Set Vol 1
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT (Face); Ambar Beauty – Natural Moles (Body)
  • Nails:  Dalila – Marina Nail Kit
  • Bag:  LaGyo – Thetys Shell Purse
  • Pose:  STUN – Fliw
  • Location:  Sainte Rose Sur Mer & BarDeco

 

Waiting our turn to perform…

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The Olympics give rise to all sorts of fantasies, even among the fae.  Something about donning this outfit made me feel like I was ready to take center stage to perform my “routine”… no matter how it goes, though, I know that my look is a perfect 10! Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Jangka Design – Estella.  Maybe it’s from all the Olympic competition I’ve been watching, but with the incredible attention to the tiniest detail & realistic textures — just look at the laces & buckles & that little bottle hanging off the belt & the fingerless gloves! — that I have come to expect from EVERY Jangka outfit, Estella seems to me to be such a quintessential medieval outfit for “an adventuring woman” that it made me think of performance “back in the day”.  Available in 6 individual colors or as a fatpack, plus two LIMITED EDITIONS; boots are available in black or brown, as are the gloves (see the ad below). Sized for Legacy, Maitreya + LaraX, she is 100% full body original mesh.  Demo available. 
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Petrichor – Vareni Rose, worn in Cinnamaris
  • Hair:  monso – Chowon2
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Forest Fae
  • Makeup:  Loa – Ixchel Warpaint; Dazed – Scaled Ears Tint
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Dryad Fairy Wings
  • Horns:  FAS – Battle Horns (GIFT)
  • Pose:  GemS – War Maiden
  • Props:  Fendudu – Temptation Whip; Jinx – Tiger Gacha, Rare Natural
  • Location:  Casterly Rock Roleplay

Perfect deliciousness

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One thing I can definitely say about this summer is that it’s HOT.  And I just successfully survived what’s considered a Floridian’s biggest fear… not hurricanes, not sharks, not gators, but a BROKEN AC in the SUMMER!  It wasn’t fun, I can fully tell you that, but thankfully it was only for a few miserable hours and since we still had power, we did have fans, but the indoor temperature got well up into the 80s (we won’t even mention the humidity lol).  Not something I’d recommend!  If only I’d had this dress!!! I would have been so much cooler…  but I have it here inworld, and I guess that just has to be enough!!! Happy shopping!

  • Dress:  Carol’s Store – Miranda Dress.   It’s the dog days of summer, & everything is about beating the heat.  This light gauzy, loose & airy mid-calf length dress is perfect both for the weather & for just looking amazing! Open floral lace under the bosom & at the bottom add just the right amount of detail. Choose from 10 single colors or as a fatpack, where the HUD now includes the ability to easily tint the dress, so you have even MORE colors to play with!  ORIGINAL MESH with materials enabled, Miranda is sized for Reborn+Waifu, Legacy+Perky+Bombshell, GenX (Classic & Curvy), Lara+LaraX+PetiteX, Kupra, Khara, Erika, & Momma.  EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at the current round of Cosmopolitan, through August 3rd.   Demo available.  
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Philippa, in Resort (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  WINGS – ER100
  • Eyes:  Sequoia – Euphoria
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT (Face); Ambar Beauty – Natural Moles (Body)
  • Nails:  poema – Nubian Night Manicure
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Love Surrender Earrings (GROUP GIFT); Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Glasses:  Lacey Babes – Jefa Sunglasses
  • Pose:  STUN – Kula
  • Backdrop:  EMPIRE TEXTURES – Roadside Fruit Stand

A Zen Moment

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The older I get, the more I realize the importance of “going with the flow”…  not always, mind you… you still need to resist on the things that really matter, to work to make things better.  But when you’re fighting every little thing, all the time, it’s draining, physically and emotionally.  Sometimes you just need to relax, spread your wings and let the breezes caress you, to find the  good in the situation, even if it’s one teeny piece among a whole lot of bad.  That’s the moment you need to seize, to remember, to be your calm happy place…  That’s what gives you the strength to calmly go on resisting…  (I’ll just add that some shopping therapy can help too!  Winks, and takes off for the sales that I never got to this weekend!!!)

  • Outfit:  Petrichor & Ersch– Ariadne.  Another gorgeous dress with full body gemchains, with both short & long versions included (HUD controlled).  As always, the detail, style & fit are all amazing! Available in 10 single colors or in 5 fabric packs containing 40-color HUDs for all the elements, all of which are also show/hide (I hid the “garter” chains; see the ad below).  There’s also a Megapack so you get all fabrics, all options, so you can mix ‘n match as you want.  Ariadne is sized for Legacy+Perky+Bombshell, LaraX+XPetite, GenX Classic/Curvy, Mounds, Kupra, & Reborn+Waifu.  Originally released for the recent Fantasy Faire, both the outfit & demo are available at the main store.  
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Lumae (originally Moth & Moon)– Lorelai, in moss
  • Hair:  WINGS – EF0208
  • Horns:  Petrichor – Varisei
  • Makeup:  Loa – Gaia Face Paint (Eyeliner); FORMME – Rothvid; StunnerOriginals – Lidia HD Lips
  • Wings:  Aii  – Fairy Wings
  • Nails:  Veechi – Magnetic Tips
  • Pose:  Loel – Egoist
  • Location:  Buddha Garden

In the Pink

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It’s so refreshing to put on pants in a summer of dress and shorts outfits.  And this is the PERFECT summer pants set! Loose and airy, you can just tell how lightweight the material is, and how supremely comfortable this would be in transitioning from indoor with its strong AC to a brief stint outdoors in the heat.  And the colors!  You can go bold or be a bit more soft-spoken, as I did, with just a touch of bright popping color.  Be sure to check this winner out! Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Brielle Pants Outfit.   Available in 8 single 100% Original Textures or in a HUD-driven Fatback with 12 textures.  All outfits include matching flowered boots (super cute!).  Brielle is sized for Reborn+Waifus, Kupra, Legacy+Perky+Bombshell, LaraX+XPetite+Maitreya+Petite, & GenX Classic/Curvy.  She is a BRAND-NEW EXCLUSIVE only at Sense Event, July 18th – Aug 8th.  See the ad below for details. Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn+Waifu
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Philippa, in Resort (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  WINGS – Group Gift 03F
  • Eyes:  Sequoia – Euphoria
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT (Face); Ambar Beauty – Natural Moles (Body)
  • Nails:  CAZIMI – Noods Gloss Nails
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Giselle Opal Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Glasses:  Eclectica – Lucite Catseye Sunglasses
  • Bag:  Rezz Room – Dog Walking Bag
  • Pose:   FOXCITY – Secure the Bag
  • Backdrop:  Synnergy Tavis – Tram City Backdrop

A Bird’s Eye View of Frogmore, now in PBR

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If it’s one thing I’ve learned in my 17+ years in Second Life, everything changes.  Sometimes small things, sometimes HUGE.  Mesh was one; it completely revolutionized both your avatar and everything around you.  Now it’s PBR.  I’m still struggling with lighting, and I crash ALL THE TIME.  I TP home, dare to turn around, and BUGSPLAT.  I do my weekend shopping, and by the 3rd or 4th TP, BUGSPLAT.  It will take adjustment certainly, both in Firestorm tweaking the viewer to make it more stable, tweaking my computer to make it better able to handle the increased load, and then the learning curve for doing photoshoots.  But I can already see how it’s worth it.  First off, it’s always bothered me that mirrors didn’t reflect… now they do!  I haven’t seen too many other PBR textures yet (that I’ve known about anyway), but Frogmore has just updated itself to be fully PBR… that means PBR terrain, windlight, all of it.  And all I can say is WOW!   It’s so impressive, the difference in textures and shadows, etc. really does create a more realistic environment.  We’re not yet at the level of quality video games, but we’re getting there!  Enjoy!

  • Dress:  Carol’s Store – Cynthia Dress.   What better way to explore a SIM than in something lightweight & airy, with so many stylish details! I love the high halter neckline & the straps in the back (no idea what that style is called, but I LOVE it & tried mightily to find a pose that showcased both front & back without standing in front of a mirror).  Add the seersucker-look fabric with open floral lace on the straps & at the waist, & this is top-quality summer look! Choose from 10 single colors or as a fatpack, where the HUD now includes the ability to easily tint the dress, so you have even MORE colors to play with!  ORIGINAL MESH with materials enabled, Cynthia is sized for Reborn+Waifu, Legacy+Perky+Bombshell, GenX (Classic & Curvy), Lara+LaraX+PetiteX, Kupra, Khara, Erika, & Love Momma.  EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at the current round of Cosmopolitan, through July 20th.   Demo available.  
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Philippa, in Resort (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  S-Club – Ava
  • Eyes:  Sequoia – Euphoria
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT (Face); Ambar Beauty – Natural Moles (Body)
  • Makeup:  Guapa – Riley Eyeshadows; Dernier – Eyeliner Set Vol 1
  • Nails:  Demicorn – Almond Nails
  • Jewelry:  U:Refined – Melissa Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  Simply Sweet Poses – Feeling Sassy
  • Location:  Frogmore

Oh, hey there!

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Second Life has been a bear of late… I have to say that while I absolutely LOVE the crispness and the colors and the reflections and so much that’s part of PBR, I’m experiencing so many challenges with lighting and those same reflections.  On top of that, I’m constantly crashing, which has created exceptionally frustrating blogging issues… Granted, my computer is over 5 years old at this point, and it was definitely nowhere the best available when I bought it (I tend to get bottom of the midrange), so it’s looking like I’m entering the market for a new one.  That’s both the good news and the bad news!  In the meantime, though, I’ll muddle through and concentrate on learning how to speed up my photoshoot process…  If anyone has any tips on PBR in Firestorm, please share!!! (You can reach me inworld, messaging on FlickR, or commenting on this post.)  Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  I.M. Collection – LuluAnn Dress.  I LOVE the neckline on this stunning spring/summer dress with 8 print/12 solid color HUD (see the ad below).  Sized for Reborn+Waifu, Legacy+Perky, & Maitreya+LaraX.  On sale as part of the Glorious Days 4-day weekend sale (Fri-Mon), so don’t delay!  Demo is available (just click for menu, then demo). 
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn+Waifu
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Philippa, currently available at the Access Event thru July 8th, in Resort (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  Doux – Paty
  • Eyes:  Sequoia – Euphoria
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT
  • Makeup:  Sequoia – Anabella + Madalina Eyeshadows;  JOY Store – Baby Lipstick
  • Jewelry:  no.match – NO_GLAM Earring; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  [piXit] – Manaram
  • Props:  Littlep by Pompomina – Bouquet & Bites
  • Location:  Soul Deep

The Portal

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I don’t think I will ever get used to the joy of being a fae here in SL…  PBR has thrown me quite a few loops, but the difference in colors and detail has me flying around OOHing and AAHing at the colors and the richness of detail, while admittedly sometimes groaning at the lighting, but as more and more free (or almost free) windlights become available, things have vastly improved!  Sadly though, tomorrow marks the end of this event which I have found myself wandering again and again, finding new treasures every time… Take a look for yourself, and enjoy!

  • Dress:  Senzafine – Pythia, worn in Blush.  Simple, & simply enchanting!  Sized for Legacy, Reborn, Maitreya, Hourglass, & Freya, Pythia is available in 6 colors or as a fatpack.  EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Midsummer Enchantment.  You can TP directly to their event booth HERE.  Demo available.
  • Skin:  Pagan Beauty – Steph.  Includes skin for both EvoX & for Legacy+Perky, Reborn, GenX, Kupra, & Maitreya, as well as cosmetics, shapes, & more.  Steph is EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Midsummer Enchantment.  You can TP directly to their event booth HERE.  Demo available.
  • Portal:  Lunaria – Butterfly Portal.  EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Midsummer Enchantment.  You can TP directly to their event booth HERE & see it on display.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Hair:   KMH – Hair F195
  • Eyes: Gloom – Shoujo
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Ragged Fairy Wings
  • Horns:  Petrichor – Uletia
  • Shoes:  Sheba – Cyra Sandals
  • Pose:  elephante poses – Tink
  • Backdrop:  Synnergy Tavis – Four Moons

 

Reflections

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Even a fae reflects on things, we’re not just a “flighty” bunch who never think about life (and we make as many bad puns as you humans do!)…  RL has been tough of late, and it’s bled over into my fantasy world, no matter how much fairy dust I’ve sprinkled or how high I’ve flown, it has intruded day after day, even creating a nasty crash or two when the magic failed to keep me aloft (or even in SL for that matter).  That said, discovering the joys and tribulations of PBR (yes, I have a reflection! no, I can’t figure out how to fix the lighting!) has been somewhat distracting, though admittedly sometimes adding to stress levels rather than dissipating them. But as life has continued to prove out my mother’s favorite comment on EVERYTHING that everything that ever went wrong, “this too shall pass”…  and on that note, I’ve checked the mirror, ignored the snarky comments, approved the look, & I am off to explore!!!  Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Witch in a Box – Mystic Connection.  Cute one-shoulder cropped top & asymmetrical wrap skirt sized for Legacy, Reborn, Maitreya, Kupra, & Erika; includes a HUD with all 4 colors (see the ad below).  EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Midsummer Enchantment.  You can TP directly to their event booth HERE.  Demo available (just touch the pic, & select DEMO from the menu).
  • Skin:  PunkinBlend – Gem Grenadine Skins, worn in Peridot.  These BOM skins (EvoX Head & Ears, SLUV Body, plus alternative chest styles such as nippleless & more) include a HUD for 13 fabulous gem colors (see the ad below). EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Midsummer Enchantment; you can TP directly to their event booth HERE.  Demo available.
  • Mirror:  Witch&Co – Snarky Magic Mirror.  Includes two interactive mirrors, one with PBR (which I used) & one without.  See the ad below for more details.  EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE at Midsummer Enchantment.  You can TP directly to their event booth HERE  where you can see it on display, check out your own reflection & hear the snark!
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Hair:  no.match – NO EXPLOSION (group gift)
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Forest Fae
  • Wings:  Horl – Bat Wings
  • Horns:  Eclectica – Crystal Satyr
  • Pose:  Lyrium – Irisa

Like the view?

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OK, this is my first photoshoot using the new Firestorm with PBR.  I ran into quite a few lighting issues, some of which I resolved during the shoot, some of which I resolved in edit, and most of which I’m just watching videos about to learn how more knowledgeable photographers are adjusting the settings.  That said, I absolutely love the dress and am pretty happy with the shot, despite the imperfections which are glaring to me personally but probably insignificant (if even noticeable) to everyone else.  And, after all, the lighting etc is not the purpose behind the pic, the whole point of blogging is just to show the awesomeness of the dress!  So, on that note, I’m going with the shot, then sitting down to watch more videos and play with lighting BEFORE my next photoshoot.  In the meantime, TGIF and happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  I.M. Collection – Suz Dress.  NEW RELEASE! Perfect little spring/summer dress with 18 summery textures (see the ad below).  Sized for Reborn+Waifu, Legacy+Perky+Bombshell, Maitreya+Petite+LaraX+XPetite, & GenX Classic.  You can find Suz at the mainstore.  Demo is available (just click for menu, then demo). 
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  eBody – Reborn+Waifu
  • Skin:  Amara Beauty – Philippa, currently available at the Access Event thru July 8th, in Resort (body skin by Velour)
  • Hair:  WINGS – TZ0820
  • Eyes:  Sequoia – Euphoria
  • Moles:  Moccino – GIFT
  • Makeup:  HYPE – Something Eyeshadow; Heron – JADE Lipstick
  • Nails:  Dalila – Gyda
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Tarentella Gypsy Dancer Necklace, Earrings & Bracelet; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  STUN – Jucy
  • Location:  Frogmore