Eyes on the Target

http://Eyes on the Target

Stretches languorously… mmm who am I today?  That’s one of the things that I love so incredibly much about fantasy fashion… unlike “human” dressing where if you’re lucky you get a “feeling” or what I like to think of as an “attitude” when you put on the clothes, with quality fantasy fashion (any by “fashion” I mean more than JUST the clothes but also all the accessories that heighten and deepen your look)  you BECOME someone new… it’s almost like creating a character in a book.  As the puzzle pieces fit together to create a wholly unique image, backstories emerge, and life’s parameters and goals and desires come right along with it.  Well, you may question that or even scoff, but maybe that’s why I blog… I love effectively giving birth to a new fae… she may be related to others who came before and who will come after…  but the details will always be hers and hers alone.   I do love roleplay, even though my roles tend to be short ones lol!!!

  • Outfit:  Jangka Design – Narnia, worn in Archer.  I think I’ve used every superlative in the fashion dictionary when it comes to Jangka outfits… each one is so unique, so detailed, with so much personality that they literally bring my “character” to life.  Sized for Legacy & Maitreya, she is 100% original mesh & is available in 5 fabulously rich colors PLUS two limited editions (one of which I’m wearing!).  As always, the outfit just feels so authentic! Brand-new, Narnia is EXCLUSIVELY at the current round of We Love RolePlay, & is 25% OFF!  Demo available.
  • Skin:  Petrichor Vareni Blues.  Highly detailed, gorgeous blue-toned skins in your choice of 30 colors (see below for these awesome textures; I’m wearing Jayleia).  Both male & female versions feature all new shading & details, in BOM/default layers only plus EvoX.  Includes Vareni elf ears (not worn), & new brows in 10 colors & 8 shapes for both classic & EvoX (worn in obsidian), plus a whole range of other add-ons.  Other color sets (I’ve previously blogged Vareni purples & Vareni muted) & demos available of ALL the tones.  
  • Horns:   PetrichorTrinket Horns.  Includes 3 versions (full; skull-less; ribbon only), each with its own HUD. 100% custom mesh & textures in fabulous unisex styling.  Available in 2 color palettes, these fabulously versatile horns are the current deal of the week! Demo available.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Hair:  monso – Natalia
  • Eyes:  OJAYO – Yoshi Pack 2
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Ragged Fairy Wings
  • Makeup:  Hexed – Haagenti; Venge – Ear Blushing
  • Pose:  Sari-Sari – Archer (includes bow, arrow, & quiver)
  • Location:  Elvion

Fly Me to the Moon

http://Fly Me to the Moon

Fly me to the moon
Let me play among the stars
And let me see what spring is like
On a-Jupiter and Mars
In other words, hold my hand
In other words, baby, kiss me

Fill my heart with song
And let me sing forevermore
You are all I long for
All I worship and adore
In other words, please be true
In other words, I love you

Fill my heart with song
Let me sing forevermore
You are all I long for
All I worship and adore
In other words, please be true
In other words, in other words
I love you

What else can I say?  THIS is why I have wings!!! Wings to fly on, wings of fancy… either way, they make my heart soar!

  • Accessories:  Petrichor – Aqualia.   A small collection of gorgeous little trinkets & accessories for the debut of StellarThe theme for this initial round is Aquarius, so all the goodies are celestial & aquatic themed.  Each one is stunning all on its own; wearing several together (like I did) definitely makes my wings beat just a bit faster!  Stellar! is open through Feb 13th, so there’s still time.  Do NOT miss checking out the details of the full collection in the ad below, all featuring 100% custom mesh & textures in the incredibly multi-optioned HUD that Petrichor features:
    • Aqualia Accessories – Includes the bindi, earrings (which linked up PERFECTLY to my eartip jewelry!!!), & a Gemcrown (not worn)
    • Aqualia Crowns – Includes three different versions of the crown (I’m wearing the FULL version)
    • Aqualia Halos – Again, includes three different versions (I’m wearing the BARE version)
    • Aqualia Clusters – Includes four different clusters (I’m wearing both the Med-5 pt & the Sparse-5 pt)
    • Aqualia Orb – Includes versions for both the Left & Right hands, animated (not worn)
    • Aqualia Gem Orb – Includes Left, Right, & Unscripted versions (not worn)
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Moccino – Boo Papaya
  • Hair:  Yomi – Sachiko
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet – Honey Love
  • Horns:  Les Encantades – Capri Horns
  • Makeup/Jewelry:  Loa – Gaia Face Paint; Poema – Intuition Eyeshadows; Venge – Ear Blushing; Swallow – Earrings E05 for EvoX
  • Gown:  UNA – Silvia, @ We Love Role Play
  • Wings:  FAS– Bento Faery Wings
  • Pose:  Musa! – Linetta Pose Set

Starlight, Starbright

http://Starlight, Starbright

I’ve been sitting here on my cloud, wishing on a star (whose power I’ve now captured in my orb!) to be able to get back inworld.  My poor human has been so sick that inworld time has been severely limited but finally, FINALLY!!!, I made it in for just a few hours of fae time (not to mention fae shopping lol)…  And I have accomplished so much with my limited time, it’s sooooo very good to be back!  Beats my wings with joy, and runs off to see what the new year has already brung!

  • Horns:  Petrichor – Synnivan Accessories.  Sometimes I feel like a broken record, but it’s hard not to be when every item from the collaboration of Petrichor & Ersch is so unique & creative! This set includes these unique bone horns with optional skin fade overlays, face petals, forehead deco, EvoX earrings, plus animated gold-filigree orbs for both left & right hands (deco version included as well).  Unisex, 100% custom resizable mesh with HUD-controlled textures.  Originally created for Winter’s Hollow (which unfortunately ran almost simultaneously with my holiday trip, ending on Dec 31st), this incredibly different set is now available at the main store.  See ad below for more details.  
  • Makeup:  Poema – Intuition Eyeshadow – A set of 9 fabulous eyeshadows for EvoX (see the ad below), worn together with Poema – Huda Lipstick – A set of 9 luscious lipsticks, only for EvoX (see the ad below).  Both are AVAILABLE at the current round of  The Liaison Collaborative, Snowfall, open just a few more days thru Jan 10th.  See the ad below. Demos available.  Also used:  Venge – Ear Blushing
  • Pose:  LW Bento Poses – Oh Starry Sky.   A pack of 5 bento poses, plus mirrors.  Also includes the optional  Starry Sky prop.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the current round of  The Liaison Collaborative, Snowfall, open thru Jan 10th.  See the ad below to see all poses (I used #4).
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Birth – Fae
  • Dress:  Petrichor – Aryini Lian Dress
  • Hair:  Sintiklia – Caroline
  • Eyes:  Samia – Ziyu
  • Brows:  Nuve – Nadia
  • Wings:  Decoy – Blooming Fae
  • Owl:  Bad Katz – Baby Owl Shoulder Pet

We are, each of us, a little universe

http://“We are, each of us, a little Universe”― Neil deGrasse Tyson

“We are, each of us, a little Universe”Neil deGrasse Tyson

I am fortunate to have as one of my sponsors what I consider to be one of the top fantasy brands on the grid.  Don’t get me wrong… there are many other top fantasy names, several of which I’m also very proud to represent in my own humble fashion, but one of the fabulous things about this particular brand — Petrichor (formerly known as Plastik) — is the wide range of product to which they apply their superlative creative energy.  A prime example of that is this one post, where I am modelling Petrichor for skin, horns, crown/jewelry, & prop (even the gown that is partially shown is theirs!)…  I started with the jewelry set, and the rest (all of which I’ve blogged previously) just fell into place as the best to “go with it”.  Beats my wings with joy at my resulting look, sending a magic transport your way for you to check out their wares for yourself!!!

From Petrichor:

  • Crown & Jewelry:  Meritus Accessories.  Another fabulous item from the winning collaboration of Petrichor & Ersch, this set includes the crown (with & without spikes), neckpiece, earrings, & bindi plus a HUD with 50 textures that can be applied individually or to all pieces.  100% custom mesh & textures, Meritus is both resizable & unisex, & is EXCLUSIVELY available at the Holiday of Horrors, open through Dec 15th.  See ad below.
  • Horns:  Shairi Horns.  9 wear styles in 3 shapes, 100% custom mesh & textures in fabulous unisex styling.  Available in 5 color palettes, each with its own HUD of 50 textures for the horns & 50 for the gemstones, or as a fatpack that includes a bonus palette of Fadegems.  Great horns for the holidays!!! See ad below for more details.
  • Skin:  Vareni Purples.  Highly detailed, gorgeous purple-toned skins in your choice of 30 colors (see below for these awesome textures; I’m wearing Bavarini).  Both male & female versions feature all new shading & details, in BOM/default layers only plus EvoX.  Includes Vareni elf ears (not worn), & new brows in 10 colors & 8 shapes for both classic & EvoX, plus a whole range of more add-ons.  Other color sets & demo available.  
  • Dress:  Nelestine Dress.  Also from the amazing design team of Petrichor & Ersch, Nelestine combines flowing silks with glowing stars with multiple wear styles & packs (see the ad below for just a few of the other styles you can do).  Available in 10 single colors, 4 tonal fatpacks, or a megapack of all these fabulous choices.  The color HUD allows you to pick a color for each element (the neck, sleeves, body, panty, & skirt); a separate HUD has controls for the skirt length, show/hide for all elements,  & of course 14 options for the stars.  You can see a full pic See below for a closeup of the fabulous detail & textures. Sized for Legacy + Perky, Lara + Petite,  Reborn + Mounds, & Kupra, 
  • Orb:  Andromyda Simple Galaxy Orb (GIFT).  Animated texture with bento animation.  Unisex & repositionable, & just plain fun to wear!  Available at the main store as a Group Gift!

Also worn:

  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Hair:  KMH – Hair F208
  • Eyes:  Lovelysweet – Mallory
  • Makeup:  POUT! – Angel Cake HD Liners: StunnerOriginals – Lidia Lipstick; Venge – Ear Blushing
  • Wings:  Decoy – Angela Wings in Sunset

Fae with a Mona Lisa smile

http://Fae with a Mona Lisa smile

Today I’m a fae with mysterious thoughts hidden behind a Mona Lisa smile… the sounds of the real world — the howl of the near-hurricane force winds and the beating rain — are so strong that I can hear their echoes here in my fantasy paradise of eternal spring… I’m thinking the loveliest thoughts… but what they are, I’ll never tell!  All I’m willing to share is the beauty of my gown, and the beauty of my world…  sighs, projecting my thoughts and feelings into a shining orb of light, spilling a little fairy dust onto the wind…

  • Outfit:  Viki – Elisa.  Very simple but elegant long-sleeved gown, a graceful empire cut with some deco right under the bust plus an optional sheer over-layer.  In 10 individual colors or as a fatpack, Elisa is a beautifully classic romantic style, perfect for role play or even modern wear.  She is sized for Legacy & Maitreya, Material Enabled, 100% Original Mesh, & at the main store.  Demo available.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  IVES Beauty – Dove in Lavender Fairy
  • Hair:  Analog Dog – Daydream w/ Rose Crown
  • Eyes:  Ojayo – Yoshi
  • Makeup:  Rubedo – Carmen;  Loa – Nashwa Eyeshadow
  • Horns:  Petrichor – Uletia Horns
  • Wings:  FAS– Bento Faery Wings
  • Pose:  West End Poses – Hartje
  • Location:  The Wylde

Always watch your back

http://Always Watch Your Back

AAARGHHHH… aggravation!  Even as a fae I can’t always avoid all those modern-day woes of computer issues…  suddenly inserting images directly into this blog has become a nightmare, taking HOURS.   So glad that I only visit that modern world occasionally as opposed to having to actually LIVE there…  Tosses my head, stretching my wings, gazing up into the sky and taking a few deep breaths to relax and soak in the beauty of nature all around me.   Reminding myself that I can’t afford to get lax and inattentive… you never know what dangers or opportunities may suddenly appear, and it’s usually not in the direction you’re focused on.  (Hence those suddenly appearing and extremely frustrating computer issues, since there has been absolutely ZERO focus on computer maintenance of late… bad bad human lol)…   Well I’m off for a much needed shopping break… Fae blessings to you!

  • Outfit:  Pure Poison – Helena Armor.  Includes HUD with 8 texture options for the top, the armor skirt, & the fabric skirt, plus 3 metals.  Sized for Maitreya & Perky, both regular & petite. EXCLUSIVELY available at the October round of The Liaison Collaborative, Believe in Magic, open from Oct 18th – Nov 10th.  Demo available.
  • Makeup:  Loa – Gaia Face Paint.  Includes 26 different BOM tattoos (!!!!), from cheek stripes to vines (base + top), shading, contours, eyeshadow & liner, a bindi, & more… & best of all, they are all tintable (which I’ve done)!  Compatible with EvoX & AK ADVX, see the closeup below for greater detail.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the October round of The Liaison Collaborative, Believe in Magic, open from Oct 18th – Nov 10th.   Also worn:   Venge – Ear Blushing EvoX;  StunnerOriginals – Bellatrix Lipstick
  • Horns:  Petrichor – Shairi Horns.  9 wear styles in 3 shapes, 100% custom mesh & textures in fabulous unisex styling.  Available in 5 color palettes, each with its own HUD of 50 textures for the horns & 50 for the gemstones, or as a fatpack that includes a bonus palette of Fadegems.  See the closeup below as well as the ad.  EXCLUSIVELY available at Trick or Treat Lane, a Dark Passions event, open through Nov 1st.  
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Birth – Fae
  • Hair:  EscalateD – Solaris
  • Eyes:  Celesticat – Stardust
  • Accessories:  Jangka – Shauni Armbands; PetrichorCastanys Kel Collar
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Thread Leaf Wings
  • Pose:   NANTRA – Brynhildr

Malificia

http://Malificia

I may not be a fan of the more macabre side of Halloween, but I am constantly amazed at so much of the creativity I see around me.  Some of the builds are so fabulous, my shoots take forever because I get so lost in the experience and just spend hours exploring…  And the events!!!  For a fae like me to be able to wander at an event and not draw looks because of my skin, my wings, my horns… well, it’s definitely an interesting experience to fit in so easily outside of a role play region!  One event that should definitely be on your DON’T MISS list is the 7th Annual Trick-or-Treat Lane! Grab your treat bags and your favorite ghouls to explore this year’s witches’ brew themed venue. 56 designers have been conjuring some amazing creations and special gifts just for you! Note that some of the trick-y ghosts hid some of the free treats in the booths too! The event is from Dark Passions, and runs from Oct 7 – Nov 1, 2022; it’s awesome Halloween fun for humans & non-humans alike!!!

  • Outfit:  BamPu Legacies – Malificia Twilight Gown.  Take a walk on the dark side in this absolutely fabulous look, including an evilly sexy gown with a deep plunge in front with a “tattoo” & an even deeper one in back, an optional feather collar, the horned headpiece, & the magnificently textured wings (which have a built in resizer).  Sized for Legacy, Hourglass, Freya, Isis, Maitreya, & Kupra, Malificia is EXCLUSIVELY available at Trick or Treat Lane, open through Nov 1st.  There’s a free gift too hidden inside the booth, a flaming sceptre!!! (see pic below)
  • Skin:  Petrichor – Vareni Muted.  I’ve blogged these skins before, they are just so fabulous & they change subtly depending on what you’re wearing that I’m drawn to use them in posts, again & again.  Highly detailed, gorgeous muted tone skins in your choice of 15 colors (see below for these awesome textures; I’m wearing Filaurian).  Both male & female versions feature all new shading & details, in BOM/default layers only plus EvoX.  Includes Vareni ears (which I’m NOT wearing), new brows in 10 colors for both classic & EvoX , & several other options to help customize your look.  A definite “must check out”! Demo available.  
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Eyes:  Celesticat – Stardust
  • Makeup:  Venge – Ear Blushing EvoX; Zibska – Quell Eye Makeup layered with Tanzi Eye Makeup; Pout! – Little Lip Tint
  • Staff:  deviousMind – Abraxas Raven Familiar Staff
  • Pose:  an lar poses – Paulette (does NOT include the crow)
  • Location:  Shadowfell

My friend, is that you? Shambles Halloween Photo Contest 2022 Entry 1 Chrysanthea Navarathna

http://My friend, is that you? Shambles Halloween Photo Contest 2022 Entry 1 Chrysanthea Navarathna

I do love it when it all just comes together!  I’d like to say that it’s all the magic of fae, but I’m a bit too honest for that… truth is, the gods were smiling and the planets were aligned, and who knows what else !?!  It just happens that way sometimes, when fabulous new items from different sponsors just fit together to create a unique and fantastic whole that is even beyond the sum of its parts…  In fact, I had absolutely no intention of joining a photo contest when I went to The Shambles to do my photo shoot.  I was just looking for some fog and some atmosphere, had seen some fabulous pix but hadn’t yet had a chance to explore the sim.  But once again, all the pieces just fell together, and the result? Well, I honestly don’t feel that ANY pic can truly capture the atmosphere that has been created here, with swirling mists & flying ghosts, especially not if you want to show an outfit lol!  My skills just aren’t there to do it full justice (I DID plan on adding some swirling fog around the edges, but wasn’t sure if I (a) had the skill, and (b) if it would disqualify from the contest).  But I did my best, my wings are beating happily, and honestly, that’s what really matters to me (although awards and such are always greatly appreciated, especially on those down days when the gods are NOT smiling!)…  But that is not this day… THIS day I urge you to go see this fabulous sim, while it’s still here…

  • Outfit:  Jangka Design – Yumi.  And yet another amazing role-playing outfit!!!  100% original mesh, & sized for Legacy & Maitreya, the Yumi outfit (which consists of the coat & the top) comes in 7 individual & truly rich colors or as a fatpack; the pants & boots come in 2 black & brown or as a fatpack of both.  As always, the detail is simply exquisite, this time with a flair of the Orient! Brand-new, she is EXCLUSIVELY at the current round of We Love Role Play open Oct 4th – 29th, for 25% OFF as is a limited number of a special color!  Demo available, 
  • Horns:  PetrichorVarisei Headdress.  One thing I’ve learned… anything by the team of Petrichor & Ersch is going to be exceptional, & these unisex horns are definitely NOT an exception.  100% custom mesh & textures,  Headdress comes in 3 styles (full as shown, single chain, or bare),   including earrings, a forehead bindi, & floaties for the left & right (not used for this pic).  The headdress is totally HUD controlled for color (40 x 2 in each of the 3 color styles) for every detail, from the horn base to the florals, gems, skulls, & metal, with each element being able to be hidden or shown.  Truly exceptional!!! EXCLUSIVELY at the current round of Fameshed, open Oct 1st – 27th.  Demo available.  See the ad below for a more detailed closeup.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  IVES Beauty – Dove in Lavender Fairy
  • Hair:  KMH – Hair CP008
  • Eyes:  Celesticat – Stardust
  • Eyebrows:  Nuve – Nadia
  • Makeup:  Zibska – Quell Eye Makeup
  • Wings:  Decoy – Angela Wings in Sunset
  • Pose:  Animosity – Wiccan Poses w/ Props
  • Location:  The Shambles

What do you mean, why can’t a unicorn be in a Fairytale?

http://What do you mean, why can't a unicorn be in a fairytale?

I hear nonsensical statements like this all the time (well, maybe not QUITE like this, but nonsensical just the same).  Rules, rules, rules. It’s always been this way, why make a change. It’s never been done before, so there must be a good reason.  Yada yada yada.  But as a fae, I believe that there’s magic in trying new things, new ways… defending our way of life doesn’t have to mean stagnation, it can mean growth and progress and evolution.  Yes, certain things may be lost as our knowledge and experience grows, but so much else can also be gained.  There are times I use my fae magic to travel to other times (I do love steampunk!!!), but for me, my heart is here in the olden medieval life (with some modern advancements lol).  But that doesn’t mean that we have to follow all the old, restrictive rules, now does it… if a unicorn wants to join in a fairytale, why should he be denied?  Shakes my head in frustration… horses can be so stubborn…

  • Outfit:  Petrichor – Nelestine Dress.  Feel like a celestial queen in this fantastical look by the amazing design team of Petrichor & Ersch!  Nelestine combines flowing silks with glowing stars with multiple wear styles & packs (see the ad below for just a few of the other styles you can do).  Available in 10 single colors, 4 tonal fatpacks, or a megapack of all these fabulous choices.  The color HUD allows you to pick a color for each element (the neck, sleeves, body, panty, & skirt); a separate HUD has controls for the skirt length, show/hide for all elements,  & of course 14 options for the stars.  See below for a closeup of the fabulous detail & textures. Sized for Legacy + Perky, Lara + Petite,  Reborn + Mounds, & Kupra, Nelestine is now available at the main store under “New Stuff.”  Demo available.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Birth – Fae
  • Eyes:  Gloom – Tirel
  • Hair:  Doe – Miria
  • Horns:  Les Encantades – Capri Horns
  • Makeup:  Zibska – Oda; Venge – Ear Blushing
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Thread Leaf Wings
  • Shoes:  Eudora3D – Charro Flats
  • Props:  Luas – Triss Lantern White; HEXtraordinary – Unicorn Companion (in Snow)
  • Backdrop:  InkMe – Princess backdrop

The Magic of Fairies

http://The Magic of Fairies

It’s another one of those days when I find myself in a strange place, not particularly wanting to chat about anything, just aching to return to my world and explore and create and indulge my newest passion of building (whether that will eventually become something I share overtly is yet to be seen, but my backdrops have made it into a few of my pics already, just without any fanfare).  But that is part of the magic of fairies… we say so much without actually uttering much of anything…  Sprinkles a little fairy dust, and happily goes on my way, still pondering whether I’m catching or releasing my diminutive cousin…

  • Outfit:  Poet’s Heart – Eirwen Crown, which to use a phrase I’ve used previously, can be the crowning achievement of any fantasy look.   As always with this designer, the customization options for the crown are amazing, with every element — the front “points”, the jewels on them, the back “points”, the decorative points, the beads, the forehead jewel, the hanging chains… all customizable with the incredibly easy color-coded HUD.  A definite must have for every fantasy female’s wardrobe!
  • Skin:  Petrichor – Vareni Purples.  Highly detailed, gorgeous purple-toned skins in your choice of 30 colors (see below for these awesome textures; I’m wearing Kailauma).  Both male & female versions feature all new shading & details, in BOM/default layers only plus EvoX.  Includes Vareni elf ears (worn), & new brows in 10 colors & 8 shapes for both classic & EvoX (worn in Snowqueen), plus a whole range of more add-ons.  Mainstore release, with other color sets available as well.  (I’ve previously blogged the Muted tones.)  Demo available.  
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Hair:  Sintiklia – Elvina
  • Eyes:  Samia – Ziyu
  • Makeup:  POUT! – Angel Cake HD Liners:  SCIAVO – Amore Liptint
  • Pose:   AAP Angel’s Art Pose – The Magic of Fairies