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Losing sight of winter’s beauty

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Enough already! I don’t care what the calendar says, I’m done with winter!  After my miserable trip up north to single digit temps and the flu (my husband caught COVID; we barely got to spend time with the grandkids we were so sick), I thought I was done, but here I am in FLORIDA and it’s 40 degrees… yes, that may be warm to those of you up there in snow country, and it’s definitely preferable to what’s happening out there in California, but it’s just not the temps we are equipped for here.  The problem with winter is that it feels so very long.  Yes, it’s a beautiful season (as they all are, in their own way), with the sparkling snow and ice, but I’m at the point where that beauty is being lost on me… I say enough is enough, and it’s time for it to warm up and be a proper spring! We’re having a vote at my SL estate as to when winter should end… I think we should have that IRL too as well!!!  And although I voted to keep the snow for a few more weeks here on the grid, I vote for it leave IRL today!!! Who’s with me???

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Marta Ruffled Jacket & Pants Set.  Stylish pants set that’s perfect to start off the new year!  An open ruffled long-sleeved jacket tops skin-tight leggings banded by a pearl-buttoned, coordinated plaid print that is echoed on the elbows & back of the jacket, with slouchy stiletto suede boots to finish the look.  Complete sets are available in 8 individual colors or in a HUD-driven Fatback that lets you mix & match 10 textures + 2 button textures, all 100% Original.  She’s sized for Legacy, Maitreya, Hourglass & Freya, & is EXCLUSIVELY at the POSH Event, open Jan 1st – 23rd.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  bonbon – aru
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae Eyes
  • Makeup:  PAIX – New Years Eve Eyeshadow
  • Freckles/Moles:  DS’ELLES – Charm Moles
  • Jewelry:  EarthStones – Inlaid Harmony Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  Amitie – with poses
  • Location:  Winterset Hollow (a Frogmore Land), closing Jan 11th

Starlight, Starbright

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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

A Winter Tableau

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It’s January and it’s a new year.  I’m fighting to be positive, but wow, 2022 had a pretty poor end.  Here we went on a long-anticipated road trip up north to see the kids, and it was one of our worst trips ever.  First off, timing was bad… not only was it , but my son ended up moving into a new house the day before our arrival In Philadelphia so everything was in upheaval.  On top of that, his live-in GF had just been diagnosed with the flu, so we helped as much as possible with moving stuff and unpacking.  Not too big a deal, but it was FREEZING (and I’m not just talking about my Florida standards!!!), so we really couldn’t do much else.  On to upstate NY to celebrate my birthday and Christmas with the grandkids… only for us both to end up incredibly sick in bed.  Worst birthday ever!!!  I recovered relatively quickly except for some congestion and a deadly cough; my husband did not, so we went to Urgent Care… a nightmare in itself, finding an open one that actually had staff, only for them to basically refuse to send out our swabs.  We cancelled the next leg of our trip, which was up to Massachusetts, and instead went back to Philly.  Even being under the weather, it was much better because the weather had improved so we were not only able to continue to help with unpacking but could also all explore the new neighborhood together.  On to home, which was probably our worst time ever on the roads… almost 12 hours just to get through Virginia!!! The next day getting through the Carolinas was just as bad. At least we weren’t caught up in the airline mess, although that definitely spilled over onto the roads.  Great to be home, BUT as it turns out, my husband has COVID; after a day or two recovering from the awful road conditions, I thankfully am almost back to normal and have continually tested negative.  Bottom line though, getting back into SL and blogging has not been easy, but I’ve packed away all the holiday landscaping and decor, and — now that I’m thankfully far away from it IRL — am back to celebrating the beauty of winter in SL.  

TM Creation – Winter Scene.   Arrangement includes snowy rocks, snowy branches, plants & wild grass.  Available as either copy/modify/no transfer or as transfer/modify/no copy, & is EXCLUSIVELY at a 10% discount at the current round of  The Liaison Collaborative, Snowfall, open thru Jan 10th.  See the ad below.

Simply Shelby – Snowy Winter Bench Set.  Includes animation-filled bench for singles & couples (PG or Adult), optional winter ground, winter pine tree, & Valentine snowmen (with pink hearts & red hearts, resizable).  AVAILABLE at a 50% discount at the current round of  The Liaison Collaborative, Snowfall, open thru Jan 10th.  See the ad below.

Ho Ho Ho and All That

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This is my last post of the year, and how could I end without at least one pic in a traditional Christmas or New Year’s setting?  Being me, I naturally chose the Sexy Santa outfit over the classy evening gown.  I mean how could I resist?  As much as I adore getting all dolled up in formal evening wear, this is the one and only time of year you can walk around in this kind of garb and no one thinks twice about it.  With time for just one more pic, the choice was relatively easy.  Especially when an outfit is as cute and sexy as this one…  though I also couldn’t resist putting myself in a not-so-sexy situation lol!   So Ho Ho Ho and Be Merry and all that… Happy Holidays, stay warm, and I’ll see you next year!!!

  • Outfit:  BlackBirdLace – Anteia Outfit.  Adorably styled Sexy Santa outfit, with snowy fur trimming a v-neck & v-bottom (is there such a thing??) sleeveless top, together with a VERY little belted skirt (i.e., exposed butt cheeks) with fur along the bottom, together with matching fur-topped stiletto boots.  Sexy indeed!  One of the things I love about this outfit is that it includes a HUD with 20 colors for the top/skirt/belt/boots/sole, so you can choose to be a traditionally colored Santa in red or go for some more non-traditional colors, like I did.  Anteia is sized for Legacy+Perky, Maitreya, Reborn, Erika, & GenX Curvy, & is EXCLUSIVELY at the December round of Designer Showcase, open Dec 5th – 25th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  Tram – J0524
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae
  • Makeup:  Just Magnetized – Smoky Eyeshadow; IDTTY Faces – Lelutka Secret Potion 5; Lempika – 15 Lips Ultra Realistic EvoX #6
  • Jewelry:  Sage – Polly Christmas Tree Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Hat:  Inspirations – Merry Berry Santa Hat
  • Pose:  Synnergy.Tavis – Gift Sled
  • Candy Cane:  Badwolf – Xmas Candy Cane
  • Dog:  Jian – Classic St. Bernards Decor Snow Mound Pup
  • Backdrop:  Synnergy.Tavis – Night Before Christmas

Searching for that Holiday Spirit

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With all the turmoil and hate in the world, not to mention the never-ending barrage of commercialization, it can be hard to find (and hold onto) that joyous and inclusive feeling of the holidays.  And don’t get me wrong… I LOVE all the shopping and the beautiful holiday and wintry sims to explore… it’s more in the real world, that sometimes tends to seep even into our idealized fantasy world.  That spirit of the holidays just gets lost all too often behind all the trappings and yes, even the politics.  So I’m out there trying to shine my tiny little light in the darkness, helping to find that elusive spirit of the holidays, wherever it may be…

This will be my last fantasy post this year… throws a huge handful of fairy dust, wishing you the best of the holidays and a happy transition to the new year!!!

  • Outfit:  Jangka Design – Tuesday, worn in Old Pink.  I run out of things to say about Jangka outfits… each one is so unique, so detailed, with so much of what I can only call personality.  Tuesday is a bit “dressier” perhaps than the norm, with its high neck & what I’ll call frippery (I forget the real word, but hey, I’m a fae lol!), plus the hi-lo cut of the tunic.  Add the coordinated black boots with some simple ornamentation for the holidays (both sold separately), & you’re holiday party ready, medieval style.  Sized for Legacy & Maitreya, she is 100% original mesh in 5 fabulously rich colors.  As always, it just feels so authentic! Brand-new, she is EXCLUSIVELY atThe GOTHMAS Market.  Demo available.
  • Head & Ears:  LeLUTKA – Gaia Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  Birth – Fae
  • Hair:  KMH – Hair F208
  • Horns:  Antaya – Unisex Krampus Horns @ The Gothmas Market
  • Wings:  –FAS– Bento Faery Wings
  • Makeup:  POUT! – Angel Cake HD Liners: StunnerOriginals – Lidia Lipstick; Venge – Ear Blushing
  • Location:  Luane’s World – Le Monde Perdu

Shopping’s done, I didn’t max out my credit ca— oooh! what’s that!

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Wow, the holidays are definitely an expensive time of year.  So many mandatory gifts to buy, plus the ones you WANT to give, and then there are always the things that catch your eye for yourself while shopping for others… it’s so much fun! Till the bills come in anyway lol!  Happy Holiday shopping, both in SL and IRL!!!

  • Outfit:  Ghee – Malva.  Fabulously versatile winter skirt set that you can easily dress up or down.  I just love the white buttons on both the shirt & the skirt, they really add so much details without going overboard.  Available in 6 colors, with each set (jacket, skirt, top) including a 2nd shirt in white. Sized for Legacy, Maitreya + Petite, Reborn, & Kupra, Malva is EXCLUSIVELY at the December round of Designer Showcase, open Dec 5th – 25th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_COURSE
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae
  • Makeup:  Dernier – Eyeliner Set; Synergy – HD Eyeshadow Lagos; Heron – Pamela Lipstick
  • Jewelry:  Maxi Gossamer – Monterey Coachella Gypsy Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Shoes:  KC Couture – Jora Boots
  • Pose:  Sassy Sweet Poses – Sales
  • Backdrop:  Synnergy – Saks Window Display

Looking for that perfect spot

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My last week before we leave, and the panic is starting… one dog is coming with us; one is staying behind with a lovely pet sitter but at HER house… and that leaves the cats and the birds.  A neighbor who was supposed to take care of them seems to be MIA, so I’ve been busy rounding up alternates just in case, but it’s stress that I really don’t need at this point.  I’m also eyeing all those gifts that need wrapping… who ever said it’s the most wonderful time of the year must have been crazy lol!  But there’s no denying the beauty of the season… all the twinkling lights make me smile every night when I walk the dogs… although there is one person on the street who put out so many giant inflatables that it looks like a showroom, and is just so very tacky… I fantasize about casually sticking a pin in them all, but would of course never actually do anything like that (though admittedly some nights the urge is quite strong lol)… Glances at the time, which is a-wasting… time to move on!  Happy shopping and holiday prep!!!!

  • Outfit:  Evergreen – Camomile Shirt & Jeans.  Lovely casual outfit!  Shirt comes two ways… solid or with a touch of spring in the pattern (which is so much needed as the cold & maybe even snow starts becoming relentless), but whichever texture you choose, this waist-cropped long-sleeved shirt has a sexy criss-cross back (see the inset below).  The high-waist snug-fitting jeans echo the pattern of the shirt on the back pocket & at the bottom of the right leg… so cute!  The shirt duo is available in 10 colors or as a fatpack; the jeans in 4 colors or as a fatpack; & then there’s the megapack which gives you all the options!  Sized for Legacy + Perky, Maitreya + Petite, Hourglass + Petite, Freya, Isis, & Kupra, & is EXCLUSIVELY at the December round of Designer Showcase, open Dec 5th – 25th.  Demo available.
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  Stealthic – Realness
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae Eyes
  • Pose:  LW Bento Poses – Christmas Dreams (includes the tree)
  • Backdrop:  Paparazzi – Twinkle Star

Hearing Your Key in the Door

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Another week gone, and the holidays are almost here.  I’m preparing for a drive up north with lots of stops for visiting relatives… and we’re taking our dog, which should certainly make it interesting!  So much to do, and I know it will be great, but a large part of me would just like to stay home… if only I could just TP up there and back… it would be soooo much better lol!  Not to mention time-saving… one week to go, with tons of shopping and blogging to get done before then, so I’m off!!!

  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Blair Dress.  Blair is one of those genre-defying short dresses… & that means she’s perfect for helping define your own style!  She includes the dress, optional sleeves, panties (yes!!!), & heels with stockings.  Complete sets are available in 12 individual colors or in a HUD-driven Fatback that lets you mix & match, all with 100% Original Textures.  She’s sized for Legacy + Perky, Maitreya + Petite,  & eBody Reborn, & is EXCLUSIVELY at the Orsy Event, open Dec 6 – 21st.  Demo available.
  • Tree:  Dabble Home & Garden (formerly known as Tylar’s Treasures) – Noel Christmas Tree with Music.  Beautifully natural looking tree, simply decorated with colored globe ornaments & lights, surrounded by wrapped presents.  Dresses up your room without overwhelming it. Touch on/off to play Frosty the Snowman; perfect for setting the holiday mood before the fire!!!  Even better, this fun piece of decor is available at 50% OFF at Winter Wonderland, Dec 9th – 30th! 
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  eXxEsS – Palma
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae Eyes
  • Tattoo:  Kira Tattoo – Ella
  • Nails:  Emicsa – Nails Set #001
  • Jewelry:  Heartsdale Jewelry – Krystanna Heritage Collection Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Stocking:  Jian – Kringle’s Kitten Stockings
  • Pose:  Amitie – with poses
  • Backdrop:  Synnergy – Snowy Cabin View

We are, each of us, a little universe

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“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

Keeping the candles lit and the mood festive

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Well there’s no denying that holiday time is here.  Christmas lights are out, the holiday music is going non-stop in every single retail store, whether they’re selling food, hardware, clothing, or the most expensive jewelry.   In early December (like now), it all feels festive and fun… especially the lights, I just love the sparkle.  However, I know that by the end of the month, it will be “enough already”, but that point is still off in the (maybe not too distant) future.  For now, I’m going to hang decorate my SL home and property, keep the candles lit and enjoy the music and the decorations!!!  Happy December!!!!

  • Fireplace w/ Wall & Lights:  CJ Creations – Christmas Cozy Fireplace Set with Matches.  Includes fireplace,  fire/logs, luxury wall decor with wood & material (optional in pack), wall lights (blinking), rug, & more (see the ad below).  Everything is copy/mod, so you can adjust as needed.  Really sets the Christmas mood, & is more beautiful than a single pic can show!
  • Candles:  Potted – Festive Melting Candles.  These candles are so cool, they light on click & burn for two hours, slowly melting till they burn out, then just click to relight!  Candles come in 6 colors or as a fatpack, with each candle sitting in a charming little circlet of leaves.  See the closeup below for better detail.  EXCLUSIVELY available at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, Winter Retreat, open thru Dec 10th.
  • Pose:  Empower – Fancy.  Set of 6 (dare I say it, “fancy”?) poses, available individually or as a discounted fatpack, found EXCLUSIVELY at the current round of The Liaison Collaborative, Winter Retreat, open thru Dec 10th.  (NOTE: Pose does not include the candle; I added that for creative purposes)
  • Head:  LeLUTKA – Nova Head (EvoX)
  • Body:  LEGACY – Mesh Body Special Edition, Feminine
  • Skin:  DeeTaleZ – Esra in Chantilly
  • Hair:  Doux – Dani
  • Eyes:  Euphoric – Hae Eyes
  • Makeup:  Cazimi – Bewitched
  • Skirt & Top:  GGVG Fashion – Umbra
  • Stockings:  Luna Chelsea – Natalie (worn in pumpkin)
  • Jewelry:  Heartsdale Jewelry – Krystanna Heritage Collection; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Shoes:  KC Couture – Sara Heels
  • Jian – Samoyed Puppies