Solitude

http://Solitude

Solitude is one of those two-sided things… it can be sad and lonely, or it can be calming way to focus and replenish your spirit and your energies.  In the earlier days of Covid, many people had a bit too much solitude, but now that we’re all (hopefully!) more out and about, I’m finding those few hours of solitude are refreshing and necessary to my sanity, especially with all the craziness surrounding selling our house and getting ready for the big move.  I don’t smoke cigarettes, but I’ll admit that I did in my younger days (much younger lol!), and to me somehow smoking is always “visually” tied to relaxation.  Hmmm, I’m so relaxed I think it’s time to go do some serious shopping at all new September events!  Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  GiuliaDesign – Bonny.  Relaxing doesn’t equate to “no style,” as this gloriously detailed little denim shorts set proves.  I LOVE the top with all its openwork at the neckline & the shape of its bottom; the little denim shorts (& I do mean little!) are unbuttoned & frayed to the perfect degree.  I added a thong (see below) because I loved how it looked showing in the back, but it’s definitely not a necessity.  Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya, the fatpack includes a 10-color HUD for the top & 6 for the shorts or, if you prefer, you can buy any of the colors individually.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the September Miix Event, open August 30th – September 20th.  Demos available.
  • 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:  Stealthic – Sultry
  • Eyes:  {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Meringue Eyes (Genus Appliers)
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Jewelry: Maxi Gossamer – Tarentella Gypsy Dancer Bracelet & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Thong:  MOZ Designs – Strapless Bra & Thong Panty
  • Nails:  Encore – Shades of Blue
  • Pose:  Secret Poses – Scarlett #5
  • Cat:  KittyCatS! – Just one of my breedable cats (Milo is actually my 2nd inworld cat ever!), I’m absolutely crazy for these! I even have my own little store on MarketPlace to sell some of my extra kittens 
  • Location:  The new hideaway (private)

Spicy Noir

http://Spicy Noir

I am thrilled that August is over, it’s been so stressful and exhausting, I’m hoping that the joy of moving will soon set in.  Unfortunately, we’re still in the stressful stage.  The house was inspected for hours on Friday; now we’re in the stage where we negotiate what needs to be done so that we can get a contract signed.  Then it’s on to actually getting it done, and of course packing.  Just to make it a bit more stressful, we’re driving to our house for a week or so since we only saw it once a year ago and need measurements before we start paying to move things that won’t even fit.  Looks like it will be another tough month to get my blogging done, but it’s such a needed escape right now!!!  All I need is a few more hours each day to get it all done lol… oh well, all I can do is what I can do.  I don’t know about you, but I need a shopping break!

  • Outfit:  [MH Couture] – Veritee Sheer.  A corset waist-tied skirt & matching HUD-driven top, all in 8 sheer colors (the corset stays black).  Yes, it’s sheer, but the neck ruffle & a small solid panel on the skirt are artfully placed to help cover your bits if you care about those things (which I do).  Includes these sexy little black ankle boots.  I added a teeny thong as well, but that’s personal preference.  Veritee is sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the 08/20 Girls Heaven Event open August 23rd – September 16th.  Demo available.
  • 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:  Sintiklia – Alma
  • Eyes:  {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Meringue Eyes (Genus Appliers)
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Makeup:  Izzie’s – Whiskey Smokey Eyeshadow;  LUXRebel – “LOVE Y” Group Gift Lipstick
  • Jewelry: Maxi Gossamer – Hula Lula Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Thong:  MOZ Designs – Strapless Bra & Thong Panty
  • Nails:  Dark Passions – Koffin Nails, Foiled Valentine
  • Photo Booth/Pose:  FOXCITY –  City Life

Gleam

http://Gleam

You know that look he gets in his eye?  The one that makes you tingle and melt all at the same time?  All kinds of things can spark that look, including the perfect piece of lingerie (which I guess is why it’s so popular lol).  I learned a long time ago it’s not just about what the lingerie reveals… it’s about the “package” it creates.  Details that invite touch… and this bodysuit definitely has it all!  Hmmm, why do I want to cover this up at all?  You’ll struggle a bit with THAT question, too, once you see how this amazing little bodysuit flaunts your shape while maintaining a bit of that all-important mystery… Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  GiuliaDesign – Greta.  The gleam of satin on this lace-trimmed semi-sheer bodysuit will match the gleam in his eye!  Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya, you can buy it in black or any of 5 other colors or in a fatpack (HUD controlled).  EXCLUSIVELY available at the XXX Original Event, open August 13th – September 3rd.  Demo available.
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  Analog Dog – Terceira
  • Skin:  theSkinnery – Isla in Mocca
  • Freckles:  DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Eyes:  {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Meringue Eyes (Genus Appliers)
  • Makeup:  DS’Elles – Pucker Up Lipgloss
  • Jewelry:  Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  Kokoro Poses – Makeup

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

One hot mess

http://One hot mess

OMG, selling a house in these times is EXHAUSTING.  On the good side, houses where we live are moving waaaaaay faster than they used to.  Last year, when we first started planning for this, we expected it to take up to six months. Now we’re being told it will be just a matter of weeks.  But what we didn’t realize was what that meant in terms of showing the house.  Yesterday alone we had 8 showings.  And since we’re not allowed to be “in” the house (we can be in the backyard) and we currently have two big dogs here (one who is a rambunctious 9-month-old 80-lb pitbull puppy), it means sitting in the backyard with two dogs on leashes or dragging them off for yes, another walk.  So far, today will be an off day with only two showings scheduled, but we’re being told to prepare for an onslaught over the weekend.  We’re going to need a vacation after this lol!  I’ve barely had time to go inworld what with all the prep, cleaning, and avoiding being inside, but some outfits just demand to be blogged, no matter what! Enjoy your shopping!!!!

  • Outfit:  YoU by GeMyles – Evangeline & Boots.  Talk about hot!  This outfit completely wow’d my partner & demanded his full attention!  An off-shoulder top with fishnet sleeves paired with open front shorts in 6 denim textures (HUD driven) plus black thigh-high fishnet boots & a choker, Evangeline is sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V,  Tonic Curvy/Fine (not the boots though), & Maitreya. EXCLUSIVELY available at The Darkness August Event through August 31st.  Demo available.
  • 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:  Tram – G0220
  • Sunglasses:  Mulloy – Amalfi
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Makeup:  DS’Elles – Scandalous Crave Lipstick
  • Tattoo:  ShitStorm – Darkness Tattoo
  • Nails:  StunnerOriginals – Bento Nails Mesh Stiletto Long Mongrel
  • Jewelry:  Aurealis Jewelry – Kiara Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  FOXCITY – Taxi Bento Pose Set
  • Location:  The Hood

I Choose Evil

http://I Choose Evil!I’m so excited that I’m starting to build a small set of quality fantasy sponsors! I just find it so much fun to give Thea her wings and see where she lands…  this time, it was right in the middle of a land of Enchantment, where she opted to exercise the glorious evil side of fantasy.  OMG, such fun to glory in being mean and self-centered!!!!  There’s so much available, and so many ways to use accessories that can be used for good or evil, but being good can just be so boring, can’t it???  But, the option is there, whichever way you choose to go lol!

  • Outfit:  Poet’s Heart – Rosaura Gown.  A gown that can be worn two ways (with or without the shoulder thingie), Rosaura reminds me of the question in the Wizard of Oz, “Are you a good witch or a bad witch?, although being designed for an event with a Sleeping Beauty them, instead you get to choose between being the evil queen or the innocent young damsel.  I of course opted for being evil lol!  Sized for Slink Hourglass & Maitreya, these beautifully detailed gown with a separate overskirt comes in 4 color packs plus a  fatpack, with each color pack having 5 colors + black (dark colors) or white (light colors). HUDs can be mix and matched, & allow you to change the color of the gown, the corset, the laces, & the metal hardware.  Available EXCLUSIVELY at Enchantment (Sleeping Beauty theme!), open August 8th – 31st.
  • Horns:  Petrichor/Plastik – Strasi Galaxy Horns.   Introduced at this year’s Fantasy Faire, still photography simply cannot capture the magic of these horns!  100% custom mesh, 9 different variations are included, from solid to muted ) shown in red in the above pic, with spinning worlds) to Cel Stars (shown in blue below, with light that travels up the horns).  HUD controlled with 36 fade variant colors + 16 space variants as well as an Add On Color Picker, together with the fact that these are non-rigged so they can be turned & moved, it’s easy to create whatever look you want!  Demo available.
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Skin:  Stix – Cosmos Gold
  • Hair:  Kuni – Minha
  • Ears:  Swallow – Pixie Ears Protruding
  • Brows:  Simple Bloom – Genus Lara/Dawn Glitter/Stars (GIFT)
  • Eyes:  {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Starlet Eyes (Genus Appliers)
  • Wings:  Material Squirrel (appears to be extinct) – Bellona Wings
  • Staff:  Snowpaws – Luna Staff (Hunt Gift at Enchantment)
  • Pose:  Jinx – Don’t Touch Poses (Hunt Gift at Enchantment)

Beer on the Bay

http://Beer on the Bay

So I’m no fan of beer, I’ve never developed a liking for the taste.  But THIS is definitely what I need…  some time on an empty stretch of beach to just be with nature and stop stressing out! Today is the day that our house goes on the real estate market… it’s been very stressful to say the least, and that stress will probably be pretty constant for months what with showings, contracts, closings, packing, and the actual moving and resettling.  I’ve been in this house for more than 30 years… it’s where we raised our kids, so leaving it — even for a better lifestyle — is definitely as much of a sad event as it is a happy one.  Starting a new chapter is great, but it does mean ending the one before.  Sighs… now where’s that beach?

  • Outfit:  AnaSTyle – Letizia White.  As I’ve said before (& is clearly visible just by a quick look at my blogging history lol), I love off-shoulder tops, and the shoulders to this seemingly simple top are loose, way-off-shoulder, & very loopy, so that if you stretch out your arms they seem to expand.  Asymmetrical in front, with leather lacing up the slightly open sides, are added details that show it’s not just another t-shirt top. The washed jeans are long & wide bottomed, & just scream comfort.  I didn’t wear the included high heel mules because who can walk through the sand in those! Letizia is sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the 07/20 Girls Heaven Event that’s open just a few more days till August 19th.
  • 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:  Navy & Copper – Hannah
  • Sunglasses:  Mulloy – Amalfi
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Makeup:  DS’Elles – Pucker Up Lipgloss
  • Jewelry:  Cae – Marina Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Props:  Crystal – Crystona cooler
  • Location:  Soul2Soul Bay

Pretty Woman

http://Pretty Woman

As a blogger, you tend to wear a lot more fashion than a non-blogging avatar.  And if it’s one thing I’ve learned, outfits tend to fall into 5 categories: things I’d NEVER wear, things that look good “on the hangar” but just don’t fit my body/shape to advantage, things that look good, and things that not only look good, they make me feel good too.  This little dress falls into that last, absolutely best category.  Somehow the combination of the cut of the dress and those glorious polka dots make me swing my hips with just a bit more swagger and feel perky and more attractive, while I hear Roy Orbison singing in my head.  Maybe it’s because this dress looks simply amazing from the back, I don’t know.  All I know is that it’s been a while since I just haven’t felt like changing to the next outfit because I feel so good in this one!  Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Charlie Sun Dress.  To me this pretty little polka-dot dress has a definite retro feel that just makes you feel like that iconic pretty woman walking down the street.  The shape is just perfect, with a modest scoop, a black drawstring that hikes the front of the dress up just the right amount of sexy over one thigh, & the spaghetti straps cross & wrap & recross over a low back (see below for how amazing this dress looks from the back).  Includes matching high heeled sandals & a C-string for a truly killer outfit that’s available in a 15 texture Fatpack, or as an 8 texture Slimpack, all ORIGINAL textures.  Sized for Slink H/P, Belleza F/I/V, Signature Alice, Maitreya, Altamura, eBody Curvy, & Legacy.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the 4 Seasons Event, open TODAY August 15th through August 29th.  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:  theSkinnery – Isla in Mocca
  • Hair:  TRUTH – Lady
  • Eyes:  Avi-Glam – Luminous Eyes in Ivy
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Makeup:  Izzie’s – Whiskey Fall Eyeshadow;  DS’Elles – Pucker Up Lipgloss
  • Jewelry: Maxi Gossamer – Ayla Moon Goddess Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  FOXCITY – Night Sassy Bento Pose Set
  • Location:  1950s & 1960s America in Time Portal