One for the Memory Book

http://One for the Memory Book

Photos are strange and wonderful things.  If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, then you know that I plan on moving for the first time in a long long LONG time once restrictions lift and things on my home can finish getting done. In preparation, we’ve been going through lots of boxes that have been squirreled away, and I can’t tell you how many of those are old photographs.  It’s a strange experience to sit there and go through your own personal time capsule… not just pictures of my own kids when they were little (and see how young I was lol), but the pics of when my husband and I were little and then the ones of when our parents were little that we inherited from when their things passed on to us.  Second Life pictures are not quite so dramatic because even when you’ve been here a really long time like me (more than 13 years!), you still don’t “grow up.”  On the other hand, technology and styles most definitely change, and it’s great fun to walk down memory lane in Second Life too… I’ve been with my partner for more than 12 years, and it’s absolutely amazing to find that we actually look younger in those early photographs lol!  The point I’m rambling towards is that to me, each and every photo matters… yes, some are definitely better than others, but each one marks a point in time, a memory, an attitude, a look of my life here on the grid.  And those memories in pictures, well, sometimes they’re what you really need to help you remember all those little details you tend to forget in the vastness of time and the madness of life…  Here’s to making memories, one moment, one picture, at a time!

  • Outfit:  [WellMade] – Luka Outfit.  A two-piece one-shouldered dress, with a ruffle on the top & one at the bottom of the skirt.  With a 25 color HUD that lets you set different colors for the top, the skirt, & for each ruffle, the combinations & different looks are endless.  Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I, & Maitreya. EXCLUSIVELY at the Girls Heaven event, open May 3rd – 27th.
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Anne-Sofie, worn in Taupe browless.  All 7DS skins are beautiful, but I have to say that to me, this one really stands above the crowd.  I can’t really put my finger on exactly why; I just know that when I put this particular skin on, I went “wow” & that inner gong sounded.  EXCLUSIVELY available in two options of 5 tones each (dark or light, including both omega & BOM, with & without brows) at the Dubai Event through May 10th.  Demos & shape also available.
  • Jewelry:  Moondance Boutique – Meadow Dawn Earrings.  Original mesh that is beautifully made, makes a statement, but does it without being overwhelming.  Hud-controlled to provide 28 textures for two gems plus metals in order to complement just about any outfit.  Choose from two different sets of textures, both available EXCLUSIVELY at the April round of the Swank Event, May 7th – 31stAlso worn: Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Head & Eyes:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  Sintiklia – Hair Orli
  • Brows:  DS’Elles – Eyebrows Series 8 (Omega)
  • Nails:  Encore – Shades of Blue
  • Pose:  FOXCITY – Stairs (Standing) Bento Pose Set

Feeling Blue in Melusina’s Depths

http://Feeling Blue in Melusina's Depths

There are so many things I love about the Fantasy Faire, but to me the absolute best is the opportunity to explore all different aspects of what fantasy means.  For me, it generally means fae.  Which is why I thought the Faire was the perfect opportunity to slip into a tail and see what being a mermaid is all about.  That happens to be a lot harder than you might think when you don’t have a Maitreya body (seems that most mermaids are Maitreya) or you don’t already have a tail.  But after seeing mermaids zip through the waters at Melusina’s Depths (an absolutely amazing underwater realm at Fantasy Faire, with hidden grottoes and caves in addition to great shopping) and having fallen hard for the scale tattoos I’m now wearing), this fae was totally committed to seeing how the other half (well, maybe not half) lived…   As you can see, I succeeded, and I will be flicking my tail quite happily beneath the waves going forward on a somewhat regular basis, because it is just SO MUCH FUN!!!!!  Several items below are Relay for Life donations, so please, do a brand-new mermaid a favor and check it out… fighting against cancer is no fantasy!  Remember, Fantasy Faire is open only till May 10th!!!

  • Scales:  Nefekalum Tattoos – Ghost Blue.  These are THE MOST amazing scales because they use materials (which of course means you must have a head/body that supports materials & have Advanced Lighting Mode enabled in order to use them to their full potential).  I have to admit that these are the primary reason why I built my first mermaid avatar… I just had to have these scales!!!!  These unisex tattoos are also available in Gold & in Violet, all are RFL donations at the Faire store in Lamented Fens.
  • Hair:  Firelight – Wilma Fatpack, Fantasy Gradient Edition.  Fantasy Gradient is a beautiful new set of pastel colors that gradually change along the length of the hair, giving a stunning effect. Each style comes in two colorsets: Fae (primarily pink & purples) & Mer (primarily blues and greens).  A color tinting wheel is also included.  This hair is an RFL donation at the Faire store in Heliodor.
  • Makeup:  [ae] Adam & Eve – Fantasy Eyeshadow.  A make up set of 8 colors with sparkly, glittery spring flowers around the eye (see below for details). Included are BOM tattoos & a Lelutka HD HUD. They should fit most mesh heads. An RFL donation at the Faire store in HeliodorAlso worn:  Amis – Teresa’s Lipstick for Genus. FREE as part of  the free Stay at Home Club .
  • 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.
  • Head, Lipstick:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Eyes:  {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Starlet Eyes (Genus Appliers), Set 1
  • Ears:  Swallow – Pixie Ears Protruding
  • Mermaid Tail & Outfit:  La Perla Boutique – Mermaid Set.  Comes in Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya.
  • AO:  KAMI-HITOE – Merfolks Starters AO

Dance of the Fairies in Lunafae

http://Dance of the Fairies in Lunafae

I continue to explore the varied lands at Fantasy Faire 2020, and in each land I seem to awaken a new facet of myself, a new piece of this developing personality.  I adore these lands, so filled with creativity and energy and the desire to do good, to make a world without cancer not just a fantasy but a reality in the real world as well.  I am pleased and proud to be a small part of that effort, showcasing some items and throwing my own lindens into the effort as well.  Shopping with a cause is something I can definitely throw my wings behind!!!!  Remember, Fantasy Faire is open through May 10th… so much to see, so much to do, with daily events (see the Calendar HERE) , including performances & auctions, a quest, and so much more.  Well, I’m off to the faire! Hope to see you there!!!!!

  • Gown:  LEIGH – Medieval Gown & Shawl.  I saw this stunning sleeveless gown with a matching shawl up on a sign & I just knew it had to be mine! This lovely medieval gown fit for a lady has a gold thread embroidered skirt & bodice, elaborate gold-edged brocade panel, & optional gold jeweled brooch at the waist. There are 15 stunning colors for the panel, giving you plenty of options to match to a family color, special occasion, or choice to wear for weeks on end! The separate matching shawl is a perfect accessory to complete your elegant look. The HUD gives you the ability to make the skirt, panel, bodice & shawl sheer, glow, or disappear independently. Materials enabled.  Sized for Slink HG/P, Tonic, Belleza F/I/V, Ocacin, Fitmesh, & Maitreya.  RFL item at the Faire store in Cassiopeia.
  • Headpiece:  LEIGH – Rose Leaf Circlet.  Beautiful roses & ivy leaves entwine in a wreath circlet perfect for any lady or fae.  Also with the option to hide the roses. You can see the beautiful detail in the closeup below. There are 10 preset rose colors that coordinate with the Medieval Gown, plus 5 options for leaves & vines, including metal & natural materials. With the color picker it is possible to infinitely change each part of the circlet for full customization! Includes a full bright & glow HUD as well as resize tools.  RFL item at the Faire store in Cassiopeia.
  • Skin:  Stix – A beautiful fantasy skin with lots of eye & face “decor” without going overboard, available in 8 colors (I’m wearing the white).  See the closeup below for detail. In Omega & standard body skin. Only 100L per color or 600L for the entire fatpack so you can easily indulge your love of fantasy skins while supporting the fight against cancer because yes, these are all RFL items at the Faire store in Auxentios’ Pass.  Demos available for all so you can easily test, but beware: you’ll be as bewitched as I was!
  • Horns:  Eclectica – Metal Satyr Horns Fatpack.  Stunning original mesh that are loosely based on merino horns, which can be adjusted easily as separate pieces based on your hair or hairpiece or if you just prefer them sticking out more, less, or at a different angle.  And the texture is just so stunning, which you can see in the closeup below!!! 9 textures available by touch (I’m wearing Copper), all of which can be tinted if you wish.  Crystal versions also available, which are equally stunning, just different. Both are RFL items at the Faire store in Cassiopeia.
  • Pose:  Astalianda – Zodiac Air Signs Pose Set, Gemini.  Set includes 3 poses plus their mirrors.  Three other sets also available (Earth Signs, Water Signs, & Fire Signs), all of which are created specifically for, & available EXCLUSIVELY at the Faire store in Zodiac.
  • Hair:  EscalateD – Anwyn.  One of many fantasy hairstyles available; I chose Anwyn because it felt somewhat medieval & showed off both the skin & the horns.  Comes with Duo & Streaks versions that let you mix two colors if you choose; choose from a Natural Essentials Universal HUD or an Unnatural one. 50% OFF at the Faire store in Mistakes Were Made!
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Brows:  Simple Bloom – Genus Lara/Dawn Glitter/Stars (GIFT)
  • Eyes:  {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Starlet Eyes (Genus Appliers)
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Luna Moth Wings
  • Location:  Lunafae at Fantasy Faire 2020

Defender of the Realm

http://Defender of the Realm

It’s that part of our strange mix of day/night when I’ve taken it upon myself to stand lookout over my adopted land of Cassiopeia.  Although it’s not an assigned posting (there are no such things here, much to my dismay), I see it as my responsibility to defend and protect this realm that took me in, this world that is beyond time, without haste or deadlines, without illness and death.  I stand watch, ready to protect it from outside threats that no one else seems to perceive… a self-elected defender guarding the portals against those who would use time for their own nefarious schemes and destroy this land of joy and loving remembrance and memory in the process.  Here, in this wondrous world of mystery, I have found myself again and discovered a new purpose, a deeper meaning to this strange mix of influences that is me.  And I will not let those who are the prisoners of time destroy this precious and strange world that I now call home.  Not on my watch.

  • Outfit:  God Mod – Elemis.  Separate skirt & top with little wings, sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya. I love the contrast of the leather straps on the top with the feminine pattern on the gentle swirl & train of the skirt.  RFL item at the Faire store in Elemaria
  • Skin:  Soul – Jalyn, Ranitormeya V2 Skin. This is the FF20 tone, which is the donation skin, but there are lots of other tones in this set that are also available at the Faire.  Matching male skins (Jayson) are also available.  Includes head appliers for Genus, Lelutka, & Omega & body appliers for Slink, Belleza, Maitreya, Legacy, & Omega as well as BOM  versions.  I went with the Omega versions; you can see a closeup below. Both the male & female skins in this tone are RFL donation items at the Faire store in Zodiac.
  • Hair:  Firelight – Wanita Fatpack, Fantasy Gradient Edition.  Rigged mesh hair that includes a color tinting wheel & a texture HUD in Fantasy Fae (18 pink/purple shades) & Fantasy Mer (21 blue/green shades) , all of which can be worn with either wispy or rich/full effects.  You can see the detail in the closeup below.  This hair is an RFL donation at the Faire store in Heliodor.
  • Horns:  Petrichor (formerly The Plastik) – Lavai Horns.  Decorative metallic-looking mesh horns in a purple/pink combo, with dangling accents. Unscripted, unisex, stunning & totally unique! See the closeup below.  RFL donation at the Faire store in Sirens Lore.
  • Staff:  Petrichor – Tsubome Staff.  Special edition bento animated unisex staff.  Includes both battle & static left/right versions.  RFL donation at the Faire store in Sirens Lore.
  • Head, Lipstick:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Eyes:  {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Starlet Eyes (Genus Appliers)
  • Ears:  Swallow – Pixie Ears Protruding

Lost in a moment of fantasy

http://Lost in the Moment

If you’re a steady reader of my blog, then you know that I’ve been bitten by the fantasy bug (re-bitten might actually be a more accurate statement), but that I won’t be the one blogging fantasy per se.  That delightful activity falls to my alt, Chrysanthea Navarantha (Thea for short)… which — even though it was totally MY decision — has left me feeling a bit bereft and a bit jealous.  So I’ve decided to make some fine distinctions, since let’s face it — all of Second Life could be deemed fantasy… none of this is real (I should only look like this IRL lol!)  So Thea’s domain is the mythical fantasy — fae and other mythical creatures; I get everything else.  So this totally glamorous gown is perfect for indulging that fantasy side of ME, to wear a look that is outside my normal lifestyle.  And I have to say, it feels FANTASTIC!!!! Now, THAT’S shopping therapy at it’s best!!!! Remember: be safe out there!

  • Dress:  BYRNE Boutique – AnnaMay Dress, with headpiece.  Totally aligned with the Hollywood Glam theme this month at Swank, this long sleeveless gown with lace up the front & an ornate headpiece in an Asian dragon motif was inspired by the gorgeous silent screen legend Anna May Wong.  Available in two sets of two colors each —  I’m wearing the blue from the COOL set (teal is the other color); the other set is HOT, with gold & rose textures.  The outfit is materials enabled & looks absolutely amazing in certain windlights.  Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya, & EXCLUSIVELY available at the April Swank Event, open through tomorrow, April 30th. 
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Gipsy worn in Dew with the browless option.  Another Omega skin, another beauty, available in two options of 5 tones each (dark or light tones), including both omega & BOM, regular & browless.  Shape & demos also available.
  • Head & Eyes:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Brows:  DS’Elles – Eyebrows Series 8 (Omega)
  • Hair:  Tukinowaguma – Ayane
  • Jewelry:  Accolade – Japanese Tensha Bead Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Location:  Moonlight Teahouse

Making My Entrance

http://Making My Entrance

I don’t know how things are in your neck of the woods, but where I live IRL, we’re still in stay-at-home mode.  It’s curious, how the shutdown has both simplified and complicated life at the same time. One thing I’ve noticed is how my dreams have changed. Those that I remembered were so complex, so full of metaphor, that even a dream specialist would probably have had a tough time untangling their meaning.  But lately my dreams are so much simpler… going out to a busy, noisy restaurant… being in a joyous crowd at a concert… making an eye-turning entrance into a club… ahhh the simple things in life…  I guess it was definitely time that the world stopped to appreciate life as we had it, and to stop all the constant whinging.  As life starts to return, I hope we can all try to hold onto at least a part of this appreciation… I know that I will certainly try! The most important thing though, of course, remains to stay safe out there!!!!

  • Outfit:  Giulia Design – Seya.  Short, sexy, stylish, with a totally different cut than the rest.  Comes in 9 different color choices or a fatpack of all textures; heels included.  Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, Legacy, & Maitreya, & EXCLUSIVELY available at the April Swank Event, open through April 30th.
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Antoinette worn in Caramel with the browless option.  Another stunner of an Omega skin, EXCLUSIVELY available in two options of 5 tones each (dark or light tones), including both omega & BOM, regular & browless, at the Designer Showcase until April 30th.  Shape & demos also available.
  • Head & Eyes:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Brows:  DS’Elles – Eyebrows Series 8 (Omega)
  • Hair:  Doux – Ciara
  • Jewelry:  Cae – Reesha Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  FOXCITY – Stairs (Standing) Bento Pose Set
  • Backdrop:  MINIMAL Gallery – Omnia

Dreaming of Love in the Queensgarden

http://Dreaming of Love in the Queensgarden

I am Thea. No longer the name given to me at birth, Chrysanthea. That girl I once was is no more. Now, I’m an outcast, adrift far from those I once thought family, friends.  My name has evolved to something simpler. Something less defined, that allows more growth, more exploration, both of self and of the lands around me.  I have been asleep for many years, after wandering aimlessly in a wasteland after most of the elvenfolk sailed off for different worlds.  But one dream refused to die and eventually woke me, the dream of my beloved.  Now I wander the gardens of this glorious new land, bewitched and longing for the day when we will hopefully walk them together.  These gardens that are only part of the wonder at Fantasy Faire 2020, open through May 10th.

Queensgarden, sponsored by The NeoVictoria Project, is just one of 18 regions at Fantasy Faire.  Although there are 13 shopping regions, this isn’t one of them.  This is one of the 5 Faireland realms that take us beyond commerce; it’s where the Fairelands Quest is based (information on the Quest, the Bard Queen’s Garden, is HERE).  But whether or not you join the quest, I have to say that for a wandering fae or anyone who appreciates beauty, it’s an area that just beckons exploration.  Of course, Fantasy Faire is a Relay for Life event, so in addition to exploring, please be sure to do some shopping with a purpose as well.

  • Outfit:  Sweet Intoxication – Peacock Outfit in Gold. Includes the Azhagumayil gown plus the peacock headpiece, which has a beautiful sunburst ornamentation on the forehead (see below for a closeup).  Beautifully styled, with a shape-showing fit that “puddles” at the bottom… perfect for fantasy & as a “normal” fashion gown. Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, Legacy, & Maitreya.  Also available in Red, Purple, Pink, Green, & Blue.  All colors are 100% DONATIONS to RFL at their booth at Fantasy Faire 2020.
  • Pose:  Astalianda – Zodiac Earth Signs Pose Set, Virgo.  Set includes 3 poses plus their mirrors.  Three other sets also available (Air Signs, Water Signs, & Fire Signs), all of which are created specifically for, & available EXCLUSIVELY at their booth at, Fantasy Faire 2020.  
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Everlasting worn in Marshmellow with the browless option.  Another beauty of an Omega skin with a fresh ethereal look.  See below for a closeup.  Available in two options of 5 tones each (dark or light tones, including both omega & BOM, regular & browless).  Shape & demos also available.
  • Head:  GENUS Project – Strong Face (free version)
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Horns:  The Plastik – Trinket Horns
  • Brows:  Simple Bloom – Genus Lara/Dawn Glitter/Stars (GIFT)
  • Eyes:  {Demicorn} Cosmetics – Starlet Eyes (Genus Appliers)
  • Hair:  Lamb – Heart
  • Wings:  Seven’s Selections (now Vaengi Wings) – Filigree Wings, Gold/Crystal/Yellow
  • Lipstick:  Amis – Teresa’s Lipstick for Genus. FREE as part of  the free Stay at Home Club .
  • Location (all shots):  Queensgarden at the Fantasy Faire

Secret Fantasy Hideaway

http://Secret Fantasy Hideaway

And the Fairelands are open! That’s right, Fantasy Faire 2020 has begun, open from April 23rd – May 10th! As an official blogger (!!!!) I had a day’s early access, and I spent hours just wandering and exploring.  It’s absolutely amazing, the amount and the quality of the creativity that has been poured lovingly into the 18 regions (13 shopping regions plus 5 Faireland realms that take us beyond commerce, from a Memorial Garden to the Fairelands Quest, the Literary Festival, Performance Stages, from Art Galleries to the Worldling Collection).  And yes, it’s all to celebrate the world of fantasy, but there’s a very serious purpose behind this gathering, and that’s Building A World Without Cancer.  These very talented designers have all created & donated items whose purchase will go towards the fight against cancer. It truly is shopping with a purpose!

So whether you’re a confirmed fantasy enthusiast, into role-playing, or just enjoy exploring and seeing the depth and breadth of imagination that exists in this virtual world we share, come visit Fantasy Faire 2020.  The Faire has reawakened the slumbering fae within me, and I have been very busy bringing her up-to-date and creating a new look (she’s been asleep for years, before the dawn of mesh); you’ll be seeing and hearing from her in the days and weeks to come, and she i considering joining my blog as an ongoing contributor. Perhaps the Fantasy Faire will ignite a spark within you too… there’s so much to see and do! I’ll be featuring just a few select items on my pages. Here are some VERY useful links for visiting the region (or you just can TP in and wander!):

— the full shopping guide for the Faire — https://fantasyfairesl.wordpress.com/shopping-2020/

— Calendar of Events — https://fantasyfairesl.wordpress.com/calendar/

Swank & Co.At the Fantasy Faire, this store is located in the realm of Lunafae, and these items are EXCLUSIVELY available at the Fantasy Faire from April 23rd – May 10th.

  • Secret Fantasy Hideaway.  This hideaway isn’t just for fantasy avis, it’s also perfect for human fantasies.  With sparkling waters in a hidden pool surrounded by dark, arching trees & rocks, the hanging lanterns, sparkling firefly lights & butterflies create the most beautiful little nook for dreams of all sorts.  Includes the boat (PG ), which has both solo & couple animations. It’s on display at the booth, so you can see for yourself how absolutely stunning this creation is!
  • Secret Fantasy Hideaway Lantern Tree. The perfect finishing touch to your hideaway, the tree (which you can see both to the right & to the left of the hideaway itself) includes has 3 lanterns of its own plus the most adorable grazing bunny.  And because it’s a separate item, you can easily position it anywhere you want, to create your scene.  This item is a 100% DONATION TO RFL!!!! 

 

Mother of Dragons

No, this is not Game of Thrones and I’m no Daenerys of the House Targaryen.  But I do absolutely love the unique, animated fire-breathing dragons that Tylar from Tylar’s Treasures creates and places in creative fantasy builds.  I’ve posted video of them before (in fact, it’s how I learned to even do videos for blogging), and I could not resist doing one for this amazing creation of hers.  The video is up on FlickR; I couldn’t figure out how to put it here.  This fabulous build is featured at the awesome Fantasy Faire, opening later today April 23rd at noon SLT.  Fantasy Faire is an RFL (Relay for Life) Event, which anyone who follows me knows that I’m a huge supporter of, although this is my very first year as an official blogger at the Faire.  Celebrating its 12th year, Fantasy Faire 2020 is the largest gathering of fantasy designers, enthusiasts, role-players and performers in the virtual world.  From its opening today through May 10th, treat yourself to shopping, dance and theater performances, DJ parties, auctions, questing, our Literary Festival, fantasy art, events and role-playing as thousands of Second Life residents and creators bring their own visions together to support the American Cancer Society’s vision of a world without cancer.  That really should be more than just a fantasy, don’t you think?

In addition to the thirteen shopping regions there will also be five Faireland realms that take us beyond commerce, from a Memorial Garden to the Fairelands Quest, the Literary Festival, Performance Stages, from Art Galleries to the Worldling Collection. These bring the Fairelands count for 2020 to eighteen regions, just waiting for you to explore them.  The SLurl to the event will be found on the website once the event opens; I’ll update with the SLurl direct to Tylar’s booth in the description below once the fair opens, since the lands are kept secret till then. And here’s a link to the shopping guide where links to ALL the shops will be available: https://fantasyfairesl.wordpress.com/shopping-2020/

 Tylar’s Treasures – Dragon’s Cave, with two animated dragons who flap their wings & breathe fire.   An awesome addition or highlight to a fantasy build. Who needs Game of Thrones when you’ve got this? Available starting today at the Fantasy Faire, through May 10th (direct to TT’s booth, once the fair opens at noon SLT).

Beach Blanket Bingo

http://Beach Blanket Bingo

I don’t know what the weather’s like where you’re holed up (assuming you’re staying at home, that is) but where I am, we’re expecting colder than normal temperatures tomorrow with gusty winds and hail in the afternoon.  You heard me, HAIL.  So you can imagine that my mind is totally rejecting this and has instead fixed firmly on the beach, fun in the sun, and daydreaming of better days.  I can’t quite visualize swimsuits and actually going in the water… not with winter still lingering at my door.  But on a blanket in the sand, with various things to occupy me? Yup, I could do that. Definitely.

  • Outfit:  Suga Baby – Esse Shorts Set.  Cute little cropped tank that consists of a separate front & back connected by thin straps & tied at the sides, paired with a short pair of camo shorts also tied at the thighs. 8 color sets, with two print shirt options for each color, one of which is quarantine-related & one not (I’m trying to keep everything in SL as non-quarantine as possible, since I’m living enough of it in RL, so I used one that says Good Vibes). Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya, & EXCLUSIVELY available at Round 3/20 of the Girls Heaven event, open through the end of April.
  • Bag:  MY BAGS by MilaNEW! My CUTENESS in Blue.  Is this named perfectly or what? Simply THE most adorable see-through bag in which you’ve got all the necessities — cell phone, sunglasses, makeup brush & makeup. Also available in Teal, Pink, Red, & Yellow or as a fatpack.  Includes both a hand pose & a “no pose” option.
  • Head, Brows, Skin:   LOGO – Josie, the newest bento head from LOGO.  Once again, please note that all heads, HUDs & animations are on sale for 30% off through the end of April.
  • Lip Gloss:   LOGO – Enhanced Glosses Pack 4.  Featured in detail in my blog from 4/16 which you can see HERE.  Available EXCLUSIVELY at the April eBENTO, April 11th – 30th.
  • Bodies:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Hair:  Argrace – Tokiwa
  • Shoes:  Faboo – Havana Heeled Wedges
  • Blanket:  Kaya’s Ray of Sunshine – Seashell Blanket Tic-Tac-Toe
  • Location:  The new hideaway (private)