Tag: Virtual Worlds

Wild & Free

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http://Wild & Free

OK, I’m a bit of a homebody.  My husband doesn’t understand how I can be happy not leaving the house for a few days at a time, how I used to like working from home.  But this? This is way too much, even for me.  The way things are now, it’s not like there’s even anywhere to go or anything to do because it’s all shut down, but there’s definitely a sense of being trapped.  The fact that it’s getting colder outside — we’re supposed to get snow in a few days! — doesn’t help either.  And on top of it all my seasonal allergies have kicked in, so it’s just a mix of things that are working together to make me depressed.  I know it’s not just me… everyone is feeling it to some degree.  I’m not sure though if that makes it better or worse.  And the fact that there’s no near end in sight doesn’t help either.  Thankfully there’s the grid and my life and activities there (though to be honest, most of it IS blogging at this point), but I was definitely drawn to doing something exuberant and free, as opposed to the trapped feeling so many of us are experiencing.  Stay safe out there in the real world… chin up (advice for myself as well!)… I don’t know about you, but I’m still shopping… IRL I’m waiting for a sea sponge to arrive so that I can do some painting touchup; here in SL, there are so many events there’s never enough time…  oh wait! Now there is!!!  Happy shopping! and stay safe out there!

  • Dress:  in.SANITY Designs – NEW! Animal Instinct.  I’d love to say something cute about how this really brought out the animal in me or something, but all I can say is that I really did go wild for this outfit!  It’s just such fun & so stylish & sexy, all at the same time.  My biggest problem is that there are 12 colors available, several of which I absolutely adore which makes decisions very very difficult, but luckily they also come all together in a Fat pack with a HUD where you can change the color for the jacket, cuffs, corset, & skirt separately, so you can even mix ‘n match if you want. Sized for Slink, Belleza, Legacy, & Maitreya.  Demo available.  Also on Marketplace!
  • Head, Eyes, Skin, Shape (modified):  LOGO – Josie.  Brand-new, absolutely stunning bento head, EXCLUSIVELY available at the Skin Fair, at the introductory price of 999L including both the customization & animation HUDs (normally sold separately), March 13th – 29th.  More details — & a closeup head shot — can be seen in my post from March 17th HERE.   A demo is available.
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_WATER
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Nails:  Encore – Shades of Blue
  • Pose:  HopScotch – Balance (Pose Fair gift)
  • Jewelry:  Pure Poison – Cat Jewelry Set; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Location:  Luane’s World, Romantic Sim

I’ll Drink to That

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http://I'll Drink to That

So the world has gone crazy, and many of us are forced to spend all of our time at home.  Coughing and sneezing and headaches from seasonal allergies are always annoying but now they’re somewhat alarming, causing a full self-examination of symptoms and temperature taking.  The magnolia tree next door has started to bud, which has ALWAYS caused me to have severe allergic reactions, but this year, worry is among them.  On top of all the health issues, my workplace has closed, so I have more time to sit and watch my savings disappear… which is just a delightful exercise in itself especially considering that we were planning on retiring in just a few months.  But what can you do but try to keep yourself and your loved ones safe and roll with the punches?  I will say one thing… it’s a wonderful time to be in Second Life. I’m actually a bit surprised that there hasn’t been a big ad campaign to boost virtual worlds, with so many people worldwide locked in their homes, going stir crazy.  I for one will not be surprised to see a huge influx of newbies running around the grid, doing what we all did as newbies.  As for me, well, in addition to blogging, I’m doing more exploring, more music venues, & definitely more shopping.  LOTS of great events out there, with tons of goodies!  Here are just a few…  Maybe I’ll even finally learn to sail that boat I bought months and months ago! I’ll drink to that!  In the meantime, happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  WILD Fashion & Beauty – Daphne Outfit.  This brand describes itself as “the image of femininity, more realistic but still fantasized, tasteful and modern…It expresses forms of elegance and luxury with the Mediterranean flavour.”  I think this outfit epitomizes that statement.  Combining denim, lace, & sequins (yes, sequins!) could be either a dream or a nightmare… I’m thrilled to say I’m living the dream!  Includes a HUD with 10 options for the top — 5 with lace, 5 with just sequins — & 10 for the skirt — 5 with lace trim, 5 solid denim with 4 off-center buttons.  Sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya, this stunning little outfit is available EXCLUSIVELY at the March round of the Swank Event, March 7th – 29th.
  • Head:  LOGO – Josie.  Brand-new, absolutely stunning bento head, EXCLUSIVELY available at the Skin Fair, at the introductory price of 999L including both the customization & animation HUDs (normally sold separately), March 13th – 29th.  More details — & a closeup head shot — can be seen in my post from March 17th HERE.   A demo is available.
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  Lamb – Baddie
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Pose:  Reve Obscura (R!O!) – Just One Drink

Angel of the Morning

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http://Angel of the Morning

I’m not particularly into angels.  Yes I love wings, but even in my fae days (yes, once upon a time many years ago, I played as an elvish-fae hybrid) when I wore wings every day, I never wore angel wings. In fact, when given a choice between being an angel or a devil, I’d have to say I just about always go for the dark side.  But not this time.  Somehow this angel outfit just didn’t hit me as all that angelic, if you get my drift… in fact, it almost seems a bit devilish in that it just exudes temptation.  I found it to be rather inspiring, so much so that rather than just do it the easy way and shoot myself flying or hovering against a cloudy background, I decided to make it much harder, and build a small cloud “set”.   It reminded me of a lesson I’d forgotten of late… I have so much more fun when I do it the hard way, going a bit overboard and doing much more than is necessary in order to approximate the image that’s in my brain…  Well, time to hang up my wings and leave my seat in the clouds…  Happy shopping! (and to quote a show from a long, long time ago, “Be safe out there!”)

  • Outfit:  Giulia Design – URIEL.  Includes dress, open-work boots, Charu Tikka, crystal halo, hair decoration, body piercing, gold deco, & animated wings, which you can see in the pic below together with a close-up look at the Tikka & halo.  Sized for Slink HG/P, Freya, & Maitreya, & EXCLUSIVELY available at the Girls Heaven event, open March 8th – 31st.
  • Fountain:  Tylar’s Treasures – Heaven’s Gate Angelic Fountain, with animated water.  Lovely addition to your decor, whether you live in the clouds or on land like most of us. EXCLUSIVELY available at the Girls Heaven event, open March 8th – 31st. 
  • Clouds:  Tylar’s Treasures – Cloud Blue Box.  A beautiful blue cloud generator to create clouds for your fantasy, RP, photography, landscaping, home, or any place you want a bit of special romance or mystery.  Also available in pink.  Available only on Marketplace.
  • Mesh Cloud (in bottom pic only):  Tylar’s Treasures – Heaven’s Gate Cloud Bento Adult.  A mesh cloud for when you need something solid among the clouds.  Animated with 4 male & 4 female single sits + sequence, 2 slow dances, 6 bento cuddles + sequence, 8 bento multi-speed adult + sequence.  Adult & cuddle versions available.  25% OFF at the Girls Heaven event, open March 8th – 31st. 
  • Head, Skin, Eyes & Makeup:   LOGO – Willow, worn in Alabaster
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  Doux – Mecca
  • Pose:  CNZ (extinct vendor) – Beach Game Poses Set

Sing a Song of Flowers

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http://Sing a Song of Flowers

Well, while all our attention has been focused on the corona virus, something else not-quite-so-major has happened in our world… spring has managed to sneak in.  Where I live, the crocuses have popped, the forsythia are starting to bloom, and as my head can definitely attest, seasonal allergies have begun.  The seesaw weather of March is in full spring too… 65 degrees one day, plummeting to the 30s the next, but if those little flower buds can survive, then so can I, knowing that the beauty and fullness of spring is on its way. I don’t know about you, but I really can’t wait. My office has closed for the foreseeable future due to the virus, so I’ll be home quite a bit more than usual.  I’m really looking forward to that morning when I wake up and look out my window to see things really in bloom.  Until then, I’ll just sing a song of flowers, and finish planting my SL landscape into a flowery garden.  So many events to see, so many awesome things to buy… Happy shopping!

  • Top:  GAS Clothing Company –  Off Shoulder Top Ilona. This is one of those tops that are equally awesome from the front & from the back (see below).  Off the shoulders, it’s a sexy little tube-like top with sleeves in front, but in back, it’s open with cross lacing. Don’t wear long hair with this one! The fatpack includes a HUD of 20 colors & sizes for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya. EXCLUSIVELY available at the March round of the Swank Event, March 7th – 29th.
  • Skirt:  GAS Clothing Company– Zipped Denim Skirt Megan.  Totally cute, totally stylish, & totally sexy, this half-zipped denim skirt comes in a fatpack with a HUD of 15 colors & is sized for Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, Altamura, Eve, TMP, & Maitreya.  Great detail on the butt, too, as you can see below. EXCLUSIVELY available at the March round of the Swank Event, March 7th – 29th.
  • Skin:  7 Deadly s[K]ins – Maggy, worn in Taupe browless.  Another beauty of an Omega skin, two options of 5 tones each (dark or light, including both omega & BOM, with & without brows).  EXCLUSIVELY available at the Girls Heaven event, open March 8th – 31st.
  • Backdrop:  irrISIStible – Backdrop Dust Spring, with a 3 texture menu.  I’ve used “purple” in the main shot, “green” in the shot below, & then “yellow” in the final shot that shows the full extent of the backdrop & all the angles available.  What a phenomenal backdrop with so many different shots available!  EXCLUSIVELY available at the March Swank Event, March 7th – 29th.
  • Head:   LOGO – Mae, just one of the many amazing bento heads using the best customization & animation system on the grid IMHO.  Available at both the main store & at the Skin Fair, which opened March 13th.
  • Brows/Makeup:  LOGO – Enhanced Ombre Lip Glosses & more
  • Body:  Slink – Hourglass Mesh Body Original, Full Version including Hands (Dynamic) & Feet
  • Hair:  Stealthic – Sultry
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Jewelry: Maxi Gossamer – Soul Catcher Book of Spells Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:   STUN Poses – Botan #5 (top shot); Barbie #2 (bottom shot)

A Walk on the Wild Side

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http://Take a Walk on the Wild Side

OK, so it’s not a walk, but it’s still on the wild side, at least in terms of style. It’s funny though, for someone who’s never been big on animal prints, lately I seem to love them. I made a new friend recently IRL who simply adores them… she says they’re her “trademark”, and wears them — and uses them in everything she does — all the time.  Maybe it’s contagious, I don’t know.  All I DO know is that suddenly I find myself gravitating towards them… not in the most extreme versions certainly (at least not YET lol), but definitely when used tastefully and just adding a bit of that growly factor.  So no, it’s not a “walk on the wild side”, maybe not even a stroll… more like a “sit and watch the wild side up close and personal”.   This outfit does just that, and with the fabric options included in this loveseat, it’s your choice how tame or wild you choose to be.  So go take your own walk… and enjoy both your walk and your shopping!

  • Outfit:  LUXE Paris – ENDANGERED Top & Pant.  A black sleeveless shell with a single fabric tie on each open side & an awesome very subtle print.  Paired with a pair of textured, horizontally “ribbed” leggings — scratches?  A simple look, simply fabulous! In sizes for Tonic, Slink HG/P, Belleza F/I/V, Ocacin, TMP, eBody, Maitreya, & Classic, & EXCLUSIVELY available at the March round of the Swank Event, March 7th – 29th. 
  • Jewelry:  Stone’s Works –  Tribal Moon Mahogany Necklace.  Another piece of unique wearable art to add that perfect finishing touch to your outfit.  Available in 3 color options (mahogany as worn, copper, & multicolored).  Matching earrings also available.  Also worn:  RealEvil Industries – Haya Bracelet (Gift);  Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Loveseat:  Mirage Treasure Co. – Canopy Loveseat, African Spice.  Bring a bit of the wilds of Africa into your home with this canopy covered loveseat.  Includes 1 frame texture with 1 canopy texture, but 3 pillow texture sets (faux fur as shown above, animal as shown below, & colors), 10 curtain colors, & 13 cushion textures.  Also includes 28 animated sits, 9 cuddles, & 13 adult animations.  See below for a pull-out shot of this loveseat, which is EXCLUSIVELY available at the March round of the Swank Event, March 7th – 29th.
  • Head:   LOGO – Mae, just one of the many amazing bento heads using the best customization & animation system on the grid IMHO.  Available at both the main store & at the Skin Fair, opening March 13th.
  • Skin:   LOGO – Naomi in Blossom, with red brows (designed for Mae); also matching Body Appliers, available for all tones for all major mesh bodies
  • Makeup:  LOGO – Enhanced Ombre Lip Glosses 
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_ISSUE
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty + Booty Control… truly the most natural curves on the grid with the ability to add that extra oomph how & if you want it!
  • Shoes:  [MODA] – Cybele Leather Heels, Animal

 

Something Wicked This Way Comes

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http://Something Wicked This Way Comes

This was a fun outfit for me to blog, but a tough one at the same time.  I know that it was inspired by something on the darker side for an event with a dark theme, but I just don’t do dark real well unless it’s Halloween, and even then it doesn’t feel comfortable.  And one thing I want to do when I really love an outfit is feel good about what I’m doing with it.  So although I considered the whole zombie hunting thing, I just couldn’t get it to a level that feel acceptable to my harshest critic (me).  So although I still went dark for me, it certainly is no horror show… but then again, this is a gorgeous leather outfit suitable for all sorts of moods, so maybe where I ended up is where I needed to be after all. Either way, I had fun exploring a few dark corners looking for the right shot… I highly recommend exploring outside your normal venues… followed up by some shopping therapy!!!! Happy shopping!

  • Head, Eyes, Skin, Shape, Makeup:  Tonic – Tempest, a preview of the newest bento head from Tonic, which will debut as an EXCLUSIVE at the Skin Fair on March 13th.  I’m not going to go into a lot of details here, because I did a closeup on Saturday’s blog.  You can see it HERE, & pick up a free demo at the main store.  I WILL say that Tempest is beautifully amazing, & IMHO is absolutely the best head yet by Tonic.
  • Outfit:  Allure Couture – Lisha Leather Outfit.  Inspired by Selene, the vampire in “Underworld” who kills Lycans, Lisha is a bit darker than most of Allure’s designs, but then the theme for the event is “darkness.”  Darkness is certainly done in style with a leather outfit that can be interpreted in lots of ways, depending on your mood & how you style it.  The details are fabulous — the “tooling” on the jacket, then the lace & the darker contrast on the cuff of the shoes, the hip belt with a big open ring right on the butt cheek? Just awesome!  Lisha is a complete outfit of jacket, pants, & boots, which comes in 6 separate color/texture choices or as a 10 option Fatpack.  If all you crave are the boots, they are available as a separate fatpack. All textures are ORIGINAL.  The outfit is sized for Tonic, Slink H/P, Belleza F/I/V, & Maitreya.  EXCLUSIVE new release for the 7Event, March 5th – 20th.  A We Love to Blog Designer.
  • Body:  Tonic – Curvy Beauty + Booty Control… truly the most natural curves on the grid with the ability to add that extra oomph how & if you want it!
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_BLING
  • Nails:  Cazimi – Callan Nails
  • Jewelry:  IT! (Indulge Temptation) – Samsara Set; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Location:  Arranmore

Wild Spring

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http://Wild Spring

The March round of the Swank Event is open, with the theme of Wild Spring! There are so many awesome items this round, it’s easy to go wild… and I’m a bit sorry to say, I already DID! (Actually, I’m not at all sorry… it’s been WILD!)

BSHouse — Garden Set Bella, including the two chairs, set of coffee tables with all decor as shown, & the box shelves on wheels, filled with colorful plants.  I lusted for this set the moment I saw it, & not just because of all the little cupcakes & the other goodies.  The design is a totally unique take on the basket style of furniture, with the tapering shape of the chairs with the open “reeds” at the top bringing African savannahs to my mind.  The set is perfect for a beach or outdoor areas, but can also work for interiors depending on decor.  Lest you think the set is just easy on the eyes, it’s also filled with animations (32 single, 66 couple, 11 sequences).  You can eat & drink from the table too, just by touching. How wild is that? EXCLUSIVELY available in PG or Adult versions at the March round of the Swank Event, March 7th – 29th.

Happy shopping!

Tempest

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http://Tempest

So when I first started as a blogger, my very first sponsor was Tonic, the maker of my favorite mesh body.  As I say repeatedly in my blogs whenever I wear my Tonic Curvy body (though I should mention that they do also make a Tonic Fine body, it’s just not ME, I’m definitely a curvy gal), in my opinion it has the most natural curves anywhere. I love it!  Then a while back, Tonic also started making bento heads, with every new head bringing a totally different look and new modifications.  Now I’m previewing Tempest, the newest bento head from Tonic, and all I can say is YAY, she is awesome, totally rivaling the major brands out there.  I’ll admit that in the past, I’ve tweaked quite a bit to get a look that I felt was me; this time, I’m using Tempest straight out of the box and feeling really REALLY good about it.  I’m sure I’ll do some minor tweaks over time, because that’s just what I do… I always like to put my own little stamp on every look, but the truth of the matter is that this head really doesn’t need it, especially since it already comes with several shape options, as described below.  Here are the details of “the look”:

  • Head, Eyes, Skin, Shape, Makeup: Tonic – Tempest, a preview of the newest bento head from Tonic, which will debut as an EXCLUSIVE at the Skin Fair on March 13th. Tempest is strong, confident, powerful, & trouble!  In addition to the customization/animation HUD — which among other things includes eyes in 7 colors, 7 eyeshadows by AlaskaMetro,  face skin from Pink Fuel, with/without freckles, in 12 tones, plus 3 ear shapes (flat, human, & pixie) — it comes with 6 sample shapes (3 for curvy, 3 for a finer shape, all of course are mod!), 3 brow shapes, two versions of the head (one “lite” for BOM), & BOM extras.  And Omega is built in! (Note: you do need to buy the matching skin tone for your body).  I’m using green eyes, biscuit skin with freckles, & curvy shape #3. Makeup & lipstick are straight from the HUD.  In other words, this beautiful look is STRAIGHT OUT OF THE BOX; all I did was change the body measurements to match my body. I can’t even begin to tell you how rare that is for me! The free demo is available for you to play with right now at the main store; no need to wait!
  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty + Booty Control… truly the most natural curves on the grid with the ability to add that extra oomph how & if you want it!
  • Hair:  no.match – NO_BLING
  • Jewelry:  IT! (Indulge Temptation) – Samsara Set; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band

See you on the grid! Happy shopping!

Bookworm

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http://Bookworm

I may have talked about this before, but I read books.  A lot. About a book a week, sometimes more, sometimes less, but I’d say that’s about where it averages out. And when I say books, I mean REAL books, not digital.  I like the feel of the pages, the weight in my hand, the turning, the ability to flip back.  I only read fiction, but I read all genres, though I definitely have my favorites.  I have a book with me at all times (it’s one of the reasons I favor large handbags).  In my younger days, I was that girl sitting at the bar with a drink and an open book.  I have a hard time understanding why people DON’T enjoy reading, but hey, to each his own.  I’m one of those people who get excited when I find a bookstore; I love libraries; I literally have hundreds of books at home that I’ve gathered but haven’t had a chance to read yet.  And that’s why this scene speaks so much to who I am… I would love love LOVE to have a little hideaway like this in real life where I could be surrounded by books and make myself nice and comfy while indulging in my addiction… In fact, this one looks interesting… think I’ll just curl up for a little bit before heading out for my other addiction… shopping therapy! Happy shopping!

  • Outfit:  MOZ Designs –  NEW!  “Luna” Halter Jumpsuit.   This 100% Original fitmesh comes in 3 packs — 6 solids, florals & patterns — or a SuperPack of all textures!  Sized for Slink, Belleza, Maitreya, Tonic, eBody & Legacy.  Demo available.  EXCLUSIVELY sold at the March Designer Showcase starting March 4th.  Group members remember to wear your tag for a discount!
  • Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty + Booty Control… truly the most natural curves on the grid with the ability to add that extra oomph how & if you want it!
  • Head:   LOGO – Mae
  • Skin:   LOGO – Amelia in Blossom
  • Hair:  Doux – Melanie
  • Eyes:  AviGlam – Ardor Eyes in ivy
  • Freckles:  Izzie’s – Heart Mole & Freckles (Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Omega)
  • Shoes:  KC Couture – Laura Heels
  • Jewelry:  IT! (Indulge Temptation) – Metatron Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
  • Pose:  STUN – Zaira 6
  • Backdrop:  Crystal – Book Corner