I met my old lover on the street last night…

http://I met my old lover on the street last night

“I met my old lover on the street last night. She seemed so glad to see me, I just smiled. Then we talked about some old times and we drank ourselves some beers, still crazy after all these years.”

— Paul Simon

OK, so I didn’t REALLY meet my old lover, and if I did, it would have been a “he”, but somehow the look and the pose and the expression I ended up with just put this song in my head, and then I couldn’t get it out.  Maybe somehow it will now magically leave my brain and seep into yours lol!  Enjoy!

  • Outfit:  WILD Fashion – Selita.   LOVE this look… the belted high-waisted big-belled jeans really show off your shape; the top definitely shows off your other assets while its fringe adds definite interest!  Includes sunglasses & a choker (not worn) plus a 30-texture HUD for the top & another 30-texture HUD for the jeans, making for some extremely difficult choices (see the ad below)! EXCLUSIVELY available at the March round of Designer Showcase, open just a few more days through March 25th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  Doux – Bellami
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Makeup:  Sequoia – Anabella BOM Eyeshadow;  Dernier – Eyeliner Set Vol 1; Heron – Jade Lipstick
  • Tattoo:  Mister Razzor – Olivia
  • Pose:  La Plume – Alice

Summer Breeze

http://Summer Breeze

We had a week of summerlike days here IRL followed by a rather chill wind, so my brain is definitely focused on those warm days when the breeze feels wonderful and the sun is warming my skin!  This outfit is PERFECT, inspiring me to start thinking about boating and the beach and all the joys of late spring and summer… can’t wait! Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Carol’s Store – Sally Top & Skirt.  Perfect styling to welcome the warmer weather!  Original mesh, the skirt combines half-zipped denim with a short flounce, paired with a sexy little heart-cross top.  Soooo cute!  Choose from 10 single colors/10 patterns or a fatpack for the top plus 10 colors for the patterned skirt or a fatpack, or get the megapack with HUDs to choose among them all  (note that even the single colors include a HUD to change patterns on the skirt).  Sized for Legacy, Maitreya, Kupra, Khara, Ebody, Reborn + Juicy, Persephone, Kalhene, & Belleza GenX (Classic & Curvy), she is EXCLUSIVELY available at the current round of the Inithium event, open March 8th – 31st.  See the ad below; demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  Argrace – Tokiwa
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Cabo San Lucas Leather & Shell Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Sunglasses:  Eclectica – Lucite Catseye Sunglasses
  • Pose:  Belleposes – Deise

Fiery Fae

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I generally think of being “fiery” as being angry or vindictive or deep in warrior mode, but in this skin, I’m realizing that “fiery” can also mean super-charged! I am somewhat befuddled today, however, and so many thoughts are tumbling through my fae brain without any coalescing enough enough to share… so I’m just going to go live in my new skin for a while, take advantage of all that energy and just stretch my wings, fly away and explore all that’s new, all that’s changed, and all I love that thankfully is still there, awaiting my pleasure…  Enjoy!

  • Skin:  Petrichor– Amatheia Summer Skins.  One of an absolutely amazing trio of skin tones released for the Skin Fair, open March 10th – 27th.  (See below for the ad showing all three variations).  Including both male & female versions, these are just the first tones of a full rework of the Amatheia skins, with new bases, new colors, Standard BOM (Evo) & EvoX support along with stand-alone markings on tattoo layers.  As always with Petrichor, the detail is staggeringly beautiful, even down to the tatt for my EvoX ears! The skin pack also includes Vareni elf ears (not worn), new brows in 10 colors & 8 shapes for both classic & EvoX, plus a whole range of other add-ons.  Since my only issue with Petrichor skins is choosing exactly which tone is my favorite (& I should add “at any given time” because it’s always changing lol), I was actually happy to only have three to choose from, though I’m sure I’ll be flapping my wings with joy as the full tonal ranges are released!  If you appreciate top-quality fantasy skins, be sure to visit Petrichor in booth C035; demos available!
  • Dress:  Petrichor Ersch– The Keraves Dress.  When you’re flaunting a skin this gorgeous, you want to show it off.  But being a bit shy & private, this fae doesn’t like to bare TOO much… this stunning dress comes right up to that line of comfort, with artfully placed straps & flowy fabric panels that are just big enough … perfection (as you can see in the ad below)!  Both single colors available as well as 40-color HUD packs in different fabric textures (Canvas, Fabric, Fae, Leathered, & Shimmer).   Sized for Legacy + Perky, Belleza Curvy, Maitreya + Petite, Mounds, & Reborn, the Keraves Dress is available at the main store.
  • Horns:   Petrichor – Vinisa Horns.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Hair:  monso – Jinx
  • Eyes:  Gloom – Tirel
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Splash Wings, Fountain Style, Water
  • Bird:  Rezz Room – Phoenix Animesh Companion (gift)
  • Pose:  Loel – Dare Me
  • Location:  Fae Heaven

 

The Sophisticate

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Putting on this outfit definitely created an “ooh la la” moment for me… I just felt so sophisticated, a bit mysterious, ready for hobnobbing with celebrities and visiting only the most fashionable places reserved for the elite…  It’s a fun feeling, and for me personally, a large part of that comes from the hat.  I LOVE hats, though having thick curly hair IRL I’m definitely not a fan of hat hair lol! Thankfully, I don’t have to worry about that on the grid, or about it blowing off… I just get to enjoy that air of definite sophistication!  Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Sascha’s Designs (SAS) – Venezia Outfit, worn in Salmon.  Includes the amazingly styled high-low dress, with a unique neckline/deep front, plus optional feathers at the cuff as well as a hat for that truly sophisticated look.  (See the ad below for all three looks in Petrol, one of my top color choices!)  There are a total of 9 colors to choose from or you can opt for the fatpack. Venezia is sized for Legacy + Perky, Maitreya + Petite, Reborn, Hourglass, & Freya, and is EXCLUSIVELY available at the March round of Designer Showcase, open March 5th – 25th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Shoes:  Venus Shoes – Emilia
  • Bag:  Molichino – Delirium Clutch
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Giselle Opal Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  STUN – Aurora #1

 

Queen of the Road

http://Queen of the Road

OK, I’ll admit it… I was a little intimidated when I first mounted the Ripper.  But I also have to say that it did not take that long at all for me to get comfortable riding like the wind (barring a crash or two or in one case skidding right off my platform lol) and becoming Queen of the Road! One of the things I was most impressed by was that Badger includes two models based on the size of the rider, which means that a smaller avatar (in other words, most females!) didn’t look “wrong” on the bike… with the built in adjustments I was easily able to move my body where I could both sit with my foot on the gas and my hands on the handlebars.  It also includes seating for both the driver AND a passenger, so you can share the ride!  It even has a paint system built in, so if you prefer something other than the classic black, there are four other fabulous choices just by clicking through the menu (be sure to have Advanced Lighting enabled since all their vehicles use materials for the shine and sometimes other textured surfaces as well).   In addition to the driving anims (which are easily adjusted), there are ones for when you’re sitting to appreciate the view that your bike has allowed you to reach (I’m using one of the built-in anims).  The menu also includes a plethora of other options I sadly just haven’t had a chance yet to explore due to real life interruptions.  Be sure to check it out!

  • Motorcycle:  Badger Motors – Monticello Ripper.  I talked about it so much above, not much to say here, except that the Ripper is at the current round of  The Liaison Collaborative, Winter Calm, open a few more days through March 10th.  Demo available. (Please note that I added the helmet for photo purposes; it is NOT included with the bike)
  • Top:  KiB Designs – Kaynoor.  I’m not going to give all the details on this top because I blogged it yesterday (see my post HERE); Aynoor is EXCLUSIVELY available at the March round of Designer Showcase, open March 5th – 25th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  Navy + Copper – Selena
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Glasses:  Mulloy – Antago

A Fashion Look

http://A Fashion LookSo I keep double-thinking, which is really a pain in the you know what.  I fell in love with this shirt the moment I saw it, and I just adore how it looks (and I’ll admit it, how it makes me FEEL).   I wore it as part of a double-product shot with something non-fashion (a shot you’ll see tomorrow!), but when I reviewed those final shots, I felt that the top needed to be seen better and closer.  After all, when I just recently combined fashion with home decor, I was asked if I could do a cropped version to focus more on the fashion (and on the books!)… it was a good reminder that it was important to do full justice to both types of products when combined,  I therefore did what I call a straight fashion shot (which I generally try very hard NOT to do) to use as a second shot for just the post… and then I liked the shot so much I decided I wanted to upload it too!  BUT I also know that when I post two pics together, neither one gets as much exposure as it should, which I feel is not doing my job for the sponsors.  And on top of that, I got highly distracted last night by my partner’s birthday which we were celebrating inworld.  Bottom line, one blog post has now become two.  I hope you like them both! And this girl is off to do her weekend shopping! Enjoy!

  • Top:  KiB Designs – Kaynoor.  As I said above, the style of this top is just so feminine & sexy, like a cross between a cropped turtle neck & a little strappy crop top… LOVE the metal on the strap!  Yet it’s demure enough to wear anywhere.  Includes a HUD with 36 options in terms of both color & texture (ribbed, sparkly, solid bright, solid muted, plus two metal options for the metal rings on the strap), which means you can easily adapt to whatever you’re wearing it too or whatever bottoms you pair it with. Sized for Legacy + Perky, Belleza Classic + Curvy, Reborn + Juicy, Reborn, & Maitreya + Petite, Aynoor is EXCLUSIVELY available at the March round of Designer Showcase, opening today March 5th – 25th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  Navy + Copper – Selena
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Glasses:  Mulloy – Antago

 

Wonder

http://Wonder

I want to create.  I feel the urge so strongly sometimes, especially when I see the fabulous things that others bring into being.  And I do create odds and ends here and there, but wow, I am constantly blown away by what others first imagine in their minds and then have the talent and wherewithal to solidify and make SL reality.  And when you stop to think about it, EVERYTHING  on the grid is someone’s creation… every tree, every rock, every place you look and everywhere you go, someone made it happen.  I get such satisfaction from creating ME (and as you know, I have more than one me lol) and modifying myself to better create a look, but to do that I am combining bits and pieces that others have poured themselves into.  When you stop to think about this world we share, it really is a wonder…  And I for one, am so happy to be a part of it!  And who knows? Maybe one day I too will stop talking about the desire to create and I’ll actually do it!  Happy shopping!

  • Horns:  Static – Taffeta Horns.  Unrigged accessory that includes a HUD to change the fade on these black-based horns to your choice of 17 colors plus 20 colors for the ribbons that can be worn on either horn, both, or neither.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, Winter Calm, open Feb 18th through March 10th.  
  • Eyes:  lovelysweet –  Hygge Eyes Set.  Full eye pack that includes both Lelutka & Omega HUDs as well as BOM layers for 17 colors (see ad below).  Absolutely lovely!  And EXCLUSIVELY available at  The Liaison Collaborative, open Feb 18th through March 10th.  Demo available.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Birth – Fae
  • Hair:  monso –Meiga
  • Makeup:  Zibska – Vieno Lips; Venge – Ear Blushing
  • Nails:  StunnerOriginals – Ballerina Long Fantasy
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Insect Wings, Jewel
  • Pose:  Musa – Linetta combined with Kokoro – Hummingbird
  • Location:  The Forgotten

Thanks, I’m done tasting, I’m up to drinking!

http://Done tasting, now drinking

I’m almost embarrassed that I have another post with a glass of wine in my hand!  Almost, but not quite lol.  The truth is that IRL I’m not much of a drinker… I tend to get a bit garrulous (that’s the good part) followed by a headache and falling asleep (NOT the good part).  But those physical consequences have no bearing on my life in SL, and I guess I just like to have something in my hands.  IMHO it helps capture a moment, to bring everything a bit more to life.  There are lots (and I do mean lots) of fantastic straight fashion shots out there, but I gravitate towards those that seem to have more of a story behind them… not just a “wow that looks good” but one that also pulls me in a bit as to what is happening, what’s behind the scene…  So that’s what I try to do, to create what I like, and that’s what it’s all about, isn’t it?

  • Dress:  Carol’s Store – Sarah.  It’s because of styling like you see in this dress that I’m so excited to have Carol’s Store as my newest sponsor!  It’s such a seemingly simple dress, and yet the detail and the textures just set it apart.  A basic short shift is made spectacular by the stylized lace neckline with a delicate bow tie, the side slits that go all the way to the top of the hips, the ribbon trim, & the overall sheen… it just left me (not to mention my partner lol) going WOW!  Available in 10 single colors or as a fatpack (even the single colors include a HUD to change trim & bow colors).  Sized for Legacy, Maitreya, Kupra, Ebody, Erika, Persephone, & Belleza GenX (Classic & Curvy), Sarah is EXCLUSIVELY available at the current round of the Dubai Event, open Feb 20th – March 15th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  bonbon – Zoey
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae
  • Makeup:  Sequoia – Anabella BOM Eyeshadow; Dernier – Eyeliner Set Vol. 1; Heron – JADE Lipstick
  • Nails:  Miumiu – #38
  • Tattoo:  CAROL G – Peonies Leg Tattoo
  • Jewelry:  RealEvil Industries – Areah Bracelet & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  Diversion – Wine O’Clock, #2
  • Table:  Aphrodite Shop – Wine Tasting Table

Reading IS Sexy

http://Reading IS Sexy

http://Just part of my TBR pile

I’m a huge reader, generally at least a book a week, all fiction but across multiple genres.   I have for as long as I can remember.  Back in the day, I never went ANYWHERE without a book in my bag; I was that girl sitting at the bar waiting for whomever I was going to meet, reading a book (nowadays it’s more often my Kindle, and I’m NOT sitting at bars lol).  I have to admit it always surprises me a little when I find out that someone doesn’t like to read; it doesn’t bother me, mind you, nor make me think any less about the person (though I’ll admit that I DO think differently about them); it just surprises me (and saddens me in a way too) that they don’t enjoy that feeling of expanding their knowledge and/or their imagination, of losing themselves in other people’s lives and understanding situations and choices vastly different from those they themselves have faced.  But I have discovered that a rather high percentage of those non-book-readers are somewhat snobbish about the fact, thinking that it somehow makes them better, that they don’t “waste their time on all that”.  I’ve even had a few men (and it’s top of mind because it just happened again the other day) say that being “bookish” made a woman less sexy… well, now THAT statement DID make me think less about him…  I prefer men who think that being bookish makes a woman sexier… after all, she has more to draw on in conversation, in understanding, in handling situations, and yes, even in bed…  Although that could definitely make her more challenging, perhaps even a bit threatening…  which says more about the guy than it does about the woman.  And yes, I have quite a few reading nooks in my SL home and scattered around the parcel (they’re actually better and more comfortable than in my RL home lol), because to me, no home is complete without at least one.  Glancing over at my book, I feel that urge coming on… Happy Weekend!

The Look:

  • Outfit:  United Colors – Josette Jacket & Skirt.  Definitely sexy & smart!  The cut of this outfit is just outstanding & totally sets off your shape!  Josette includes a HUD with 8 colors for the jacket, striped skirt, & buttons, plus 5 metals, so you can mix & match top & bottom or not, as you choose.  Sized for Legacy & Maitreya, she is EXCLUSIVELY available at the current round of  The Liaison Collaborative, Winter Calm, open Feb 18th through March 10th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_PRIVATE
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae
  • Makeup:  Sequoia – Anabella BOM Eyeshadow; Dernier – Eyeliner Set Vol. 1; theMARS – Organic Lipstick
  • Glasses:  Mulloy – Josa
  • Jewelry:  Kunglers – Kara Set; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band

The Scene:

  • Bookcase:  Dreamland Designs – Aurora Antique Book Shelf.  I’ve seen many bookcases in SL over the years, I’ve even owned quite a few.  But this is the first time I’ve seen one that not only looks fabulous in a home or office setting, but also has quality built-in bento animations!  Let’s start with the look, which is honestly exactly what I was looking for in my own home.  One detail that I adore is that only the center section is pre-filled; the rest is open for you to add your own items for display (see the ad below).  Then let’s talk about the animations… the shelves include female/mail single stands (I’m using one) plus bento cuddles/adult anims with speed control & more.  Material enabled; copy/mod/no trans, its available in both PG & Adult at the special Energy Weekend price, Feb 24th – 26th.
  • Table & Chair:  Dreamland Designs – Aurora Leather Chair Set.  Includes the black leather chair, table with books & reading glasses, plant with ottoman/stand, plus two rugs (see the ad below).  Includes bento animations for single female/male with props & for couples.  Available in both PG & Adult at the Energy Weekend price, Feb 24th – 26th.

Am I early or are you late?

http://Am I early or are you late?

OMG, so far behind, and in a short month to boot! A day of just not feeling “right” followed by a day of totally being sick followed by log-in difficulties and the grid-wide outage, egad it makes it difficult to get a post done!  But done it is, and I feel so good in this gown that it just be time to go do some formal dancing!  Enjoy!

  • Gown:  KiB Designs – Jayla.  Honestly, it takes a lot for me to love a gown these days.  Maybe it’s because formal is just so far from my lifestyle (both inworld and out), maybe it’s for some other indefinable reason, but all I know is that THIS gown made my heart go YES!  I love the off-shoulder band & the way the bodice is a wrapped drape (I’m sure there’s a design term for it, but I have not idea what that would be lol) over a modified mermaid shape.  The little belt & how it puffs out the bottom of the drape adds that perfect finishing touch.  Jayla also includes a HUD with 30 textures, & I mean TEXTURES… you can do more than change colors, you can change the lace pattern & where it goes. (See the ad below; I’m wearing an option not shown in their pic but definitely on the HUD!) Sized for Legacy, Hourglass, Physique, Freya, Isis, Reborn, & Maitreya, Jayla is EXCLUSIVELY available at the February round of Designer Showcase, open just a few more days through Feb 25th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:   Diva! – Stephanie
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Makeup:  Veechi – Havana Shadow + Liner
  • Tattoo:  Carol G. – Elegance
  • Nails:  Le Forme – Bento Nails M03 Golden Glam
  • Bag:  MAJESTY – Crystal Sphere Bag
  • Jewelry:  Luminesse – Xayana Chetana Set; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Location:  Ethereal City, Valentine Romance Park