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Garden of Beauty

Posted on January 11, 2019 by cejalaval

Just like in Real Life, some times an outfit looks and feels different on your body than it does “on the hanger”… this is definitely one of those times. When I first saw it, I thought it was pretty… when I actually put it on, I was blown away. I can’t seem to find the words to explain how it makes me feel, and I won’t even attempt to figure out why. Maybe it’s the fit, maybe it’s the style, maybe it’s the hair, maybe it’s the combination… who knows, and frankly, who cares. All I know is that I’m getting lots of positive comments about my outfit and I just haven’t felt like changing… which is definitely NOT good for a blogger lol! Definitely one that will be worn till it needs to go into the wash!!! 😉

Dress + Hair: LUXE Paris – PROVOKING Dress & Bow Hair, truly a unique look that I’ve been totally unable to categorize. A bit bohemian, a bit Parisian, totally stylish with a fabulous red/gold texture, side buckles, & flouncy skirt, not to mention the fabulous hair with the gold bow wrap… Dress is sized for Tonic, Belleza I/V/F, Slink H/P, Ebody, TMP, Maitreya & Classic; Hair is in Red (two shades!), Blonde, Chestnut, & Dark Brown.
Shoes: [Sheba] Creations – Seva Wedges, the absolute perfect shoes for this dress (& believe me, I tried MANY), especially with the bonus wedge texture included in addition to the standard 50-color HUD that lets you sets one color for the body of the shoes & another for the wedge plus 5 textures for the metal studs… gorgeous! Sized for Slink, Belleza, & Maitreya
Tattoo: Juna – Logan Tattoo, includes three shades (dark, medium & light); this beautiful musical tattoo is also available for men. 25% OFF at the Designer Circle 01/19 Jan 6th – 19th, only 140L for this event!
Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty + Booty Control
Brows: LAQ – Brows 1
Eyes: !Musa! – Abyss Eyes2
Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins – Amira, Freckled Caramel
Freckles: Izzie’s – Freckles & Heart Mole (LAQ Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
Makeup: Dulce Secrets – Pucker Up Lip Gloss
Jewelry: Maxi Gossamer – Monterey Boho Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Location: Mystic Timbers

Dreams of Spring

Posted on January 9, 2019 by cejalaval

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I have spring on the brain. It’s still so far away, and right now, it’s bitter cold outside with snow in the forecast, but I just can’t stop myself from dreaming about that freshness, that hint of warmth… Sighs… at least here on the grid I can dress the part and easily find spring or even summer without having to hop a plane… And this dress! these boots! from different events, but definitely loving the range of colors they come in… When dreaming of spring, nothing is better than to be pretty in pink!!! Don’t you agree? 😉

Dress: [WellMade] – Kiki w/ 25-color HUD, 2 versions included (with/without sleeves); sized for Tonic, Belleza F/I/V, Slink H/Physique, Maitreya, & Ebody Curvy; I’ve blogged this “body” before, it’s one I really love with the buttons curving around (& I do mean “curve”… it really sets off your shape). At the Designer Circle 01/19 Jan 6th – 19th. Demo available.
Tattoo: WitchCraft – Glin, 3 versions (40/60/80%), in Maitreya, Belleza, & Omega appliers. EXCLUSIVE at the Designer Circle 01/19 Jan 6th – 19th.
Boots: [WellMade] – Pacey w/ 16-color HUD for the main body + 7-colors for the fur + 6 tones for the gems… wow! These are SOOOOO cute! Just see the close-up below! And they’re available at 50% OFF at TheEvent for January!
Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins – FENY, this stunner is the new GROUP GIFT in walnut, taupe & marshmellow INCLUDING no brow options & shape. FENY is based on GENUS, but I’m wearing her in Marshmellow Browless on a LAQ head (my own shape), & I think she looks stunning! Other tones available.
Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty w/ Booty Control added (absolutely amazing in this dress!)
Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
Brows: LAQ – Brows 1
Makeup: Dulce Secrets – Pucker Up Lip Gloss
Hair: {Limerence} – Joel
Jewelry: Maxi Gossamer – Coachella & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Pose: [addme.] – Pose #099, Pose Fair Gift (MarketPlace Only)
Location: Mystic Timbers

Enough with Winter!

Posted on January 7, 2019 by cejalaval

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OK, I love snow, I love winter, but seriously, enough is enough. I’ve had a cold now, or winter allergies, or whatever for WEEKS now (all I know is that I’m going through tissues at an alarming rate) and it’s time… I’m ready for spring!!! Of course the calendar doesn’t agree with me, and there’s tons of winter weather ahead, but at least I have a few days in Florida to look forward to next month when I go down for my mom’s birthday. Right now I’ll cozy up to the fire, stamp my little foot, and scream ENOUGH to the universe as it continues to give me more snow and freezing winds… but I’m looking so good doing it here in SL (much better than in RL lol)… 😉

Outfit: Graffitiwear – NEW! Forever Yours, includes the ENTIRE outfit — the top, skirt, cardigan & boots; choose from 3 different 10-texture HUDs (as always with this designer, a tough choice on what to wear, there are so many combinations!); sizes for Tonic, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Ebody, TMP, Ocacin & Classic Fitmesh. I just love how the cardigan provides a bit of slouch, just starting to slip a bit at the shoulders & covering the hands the perfect amount. Comfy, incredibly stylish & the way it sets off my curves!!!! … & with so many color options, you can wear the same outfit the next day & make it look totally different!
Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins – Svana, this gorgeous skin based on LAQ Scarlet comes in natural or freckled… I’m wearing her AS IS in freckled browless caramel with just a touch of lipgloss (see Makeup below) with nothing else added; see the CloseUp. EXCLUSIVE at DUBAI EVENT through Jan 10th. 8-packs of freckled & natural versions, shape, & demos available.

Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
Brows: LAQ – Brows 1
Eyes: !Musa! – Abyss Eyes2
Makeup: Dulce Secrets – Pucker Up Lip Gloss in 6 truly awesome tints!
Hair: #Foxy – Tini, HUD includes two different hat styles
Stockings: P.O.E.M.E – Seamed Black Stockings V2, Marketplace
Jewelry: Earthstones – Dragonfly Necklace & Earrings (Ambers); Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Pose: Corpus – Mannequin 6
Location: Footprints in the Snow (sim closing Jan 15th)

Heart Full of Wishes

Posted on January 4, 2019January 4, 2019 by cejalaval

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From lazing at home to party girl to Parisian model… it’s only the first week of January, and already I feel like I’m living so many lives, at least from a fashion perspective! My heart is so full of wishes for the new year… and this picture captures it all! Here’s wishing some of them come true!!!! 😉

Outfit: Allure Couture – Reese Dress in Black & White, a fabulous blend of modern style (the length of the skirt with that oh so sexy slit is definitely TODAY, as is the one shoulder strap & the half peplum) — with 50s glamour (the hat, the hat, THE HAT!). I almost feel like I’m channeling Audrey Hepburn or maybe the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (but definitely with a bigger hat). To wear the hat with hair of your choice, I recommend looking for a relatively flat style that allows resizing. I also temporarily resized my head from 60 to 55; I look exactly the same with no hair popping through! Sized for Tonic, Freya, Isis, Venus, Slink Physique & Hourglass, Maitreya, TMP, eBody, & Classic (S, M, L); includes these fabulous black & white high heels & the floppy hat. Available at 50% OFF at TheEvent for January!
Jewelry: Stone’s Works – Magic Ball Black & White Necklace & Earring Set (sold separately), non-rigged, fits all mesh & system bodies; on STEALS AND DEALS Jan 4th – Jan 7th
Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins – NEW! Nikita, this beauty is based on GENUS but as you can see, she’s equally gorgeous on LAQ; EXCLUSIVE at The Chapter Four Jan 4th (starting 12noon SLT) – Feb 30th
Pose: Cara’s Poses & ELLAs (Joint Project) – Cara & Ella’s Heart Full of Kisses, GIFT at the Pose Fair opening Jan 5th; includes both Red & Pink Heart props.
Makeup: Dulce Secrets – Pucker Up Lip Gloss in 6 truly awesome tints!
Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
Brows: LAQ – Brows 1
Eyes: Azdesign – Reel Green V2 mesh eyes
Freckles: Izzie’s – Freckles & Heart Mole (LAQ Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
Hair: Tram – H0904
Location: Backdrop City

Time to squirrel Xmas things away

Posted on January 3, 2019 by cejalaval

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Now that the holidays are over, the big question arises — when do you start putting away all the holiday items? Is it already time to pack up all the Christmas items? And for those of us who winterized our land, when do we melt all that snow and go to spring? Personally, I might be just about ready to do the first, but I’m nowhere near the second… seems I just finished getting my land how I wanted it… I’m not ready to start tearing it all down again lol! As for all that Christmas stuff, yup, it might be time to start putting it back in boxes (even the squirrels agree)… 😉

Dress: Continuum – Alice, another winner from a store that is rapidly becoming one of my faves because of their wide range of looks, each of which is so well done. Three colors included (black, purple & red). Sized for Belleza F/I/V, Slink H/P, Maitreya, & Altamura. At the Designer Circle Dec 23rd – Jan 5th.
Tattoo: Juna – Sara Tattoo, includes three shades (dark, medium & light); this beautiful tattoo is also on the upper arms & back. 25% OFF at the Designer Circle Dec 23rd – Jan 5th, only 140L for this event!
Boots: [Hysterical] – Hey Baby Boots w/ HUD; the minute I saw the boots, I hit BUY… I love everything about them, & the fact that the HUD lets you change all the color or do the tabs in contrast, well, that’s just icing on the cake!
Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins – Linnea, worn in Butter Browless. Two versions & 14 skin tones available, 175L each/800L each fatpack. Shape & demo also available. At The Sense Event Dec 15th – Jan 8th
Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
Brows: LAQ – Brows 1
Eyes: Azdesign – Reel Green V2 mesh eyes
Freckles: Izzie’s – Freckles & Heart Mole (LAQ Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
Hair: NO.MATCH – NO_CHAINS
Jewelry: Stone’s Works – Bauhaus Red & Black Bakelite Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Pose: Fashiowl – Squirrels, Pose 4
Location: My home at GlenXi Estates

National Hangover Day

Posted on January 2, 2019 by cejalaval

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Some days I just want to hang out and not even leave the house. Maybe I have stuff to do — go through boxes, sort inventory (there’s a lot of that in blogging!), landscape, chat, do some home decor — or maybe I just want to sit and think and recover from a tough night before. And I almost fell out of my chair when I heard that Jan 1st is National Hangover Day… but I DO understand it… I even shared in it a bit this year, with one too many martinis at a party that started about an hour too early on New Year’s Eve. Whatever the reason for staying in, this is one of those perfect little outfits when all you have in mind is some time in front of the fire with a nice cup of tea or coffee or whatever while you let your mind and body recover for just a little while… Hope your new year is off to a nice easy start! 😉

Outfit: Apple Heart – Yenna Outfit w/ HUD, includes a cropped Sweatshirt, capri ribbed Sweatpants, & Slippers, all with a multi-pattern HUD (6 Shirt Textures/ 7 Pants Textures/7 Shoe Textures/5 Fur Colors + an extra Christmas version of the slippers which is what I’m wearing). Sized for Belleza F/I/V, Slink H/P, & Maitreya. EXCLUSIVE at the Designer Circle Dec 23rd – Jan 5th.
Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins – Linnea, worn in Butter Browless. Two versions & 14 skin tones available, 175L each/800L each fatpack. Shape & demo also available. At The Sense Event Dec 15th – Jan 8th
Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
Brows: LAQ – Brows 1
Eyes: Azdesign – Reel Green V2 mesh eyes
Freckles: Izzie’s – Freckles & Heart Mole (LAQ Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
Hair: TRUTH – Marleen
Jewelry: Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Location: My home at GlenXi Estates

Happy New Year 2019!

Posted on December 31, 2018 by cejalaval

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So I thought I was done posting for the year until I saw this stunner of a gown at Designer Circle and received this group gift from [NANTRA}. Once I tried the gown on and saw how it looked on my Tonic curves, well, I just knew I had to do one last blog for 2018. So Happy New Year everyone!!! Have a great night, and let’s all start the new year off right!!! 😉

Gown: .:S&B:. – Elegant Black Party Gown, absolutely STUNNING gown for New Year’s Eve & for every dressy night through the year! Sized for Tonic, Belleza F/I/V, Slink H/P, Maitreya, eBody, Ocacin, TMP, & Classic. Available at the Designer Circle Dec 23rd – Jan 5th.
Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
Makeup: LAQ – Glitter Eyes & Red Lipsticks Applier
Brows: LAQ – Brows 1
Eyes: Azdesign – Reel Green V2 mesh eyes
Freckles: Izzie’s – Freckles & Heart Mole (LAQ Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
Hair: TRUTH – Zoya
Jewelry: Beloved Jewelry – Baroque Set, Necklace & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Pose/Prop: {NANTRA} – To the New Year 2019, Group Gift
Location: Let It Snow! A Winter Wonderland

A break between festivities

Posted on December 30, 2018 by cejalaval

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Hard to believe the year is drawing to a close… I don’t know about you, but I’m already feeling a bit partied out, so taking a day to rest and relax (which to me often means reading, no matter where I might be) before tomorrow night’s festivities. Of course, at this time of year, if I’m out and about I still want to look stylish, and in this AWESOME new jacket, I not only look great, I feel great too with the touch of sheepskin and suede… so warm and snuggly… Now all I need is a gingerbread latte with whipped cream… mmmmm, what a treat! 😉

Top: MOZ Designs – NEW! Pia Belted Leather Jacket with optional Faux Turtleneck. Comes in 7 leathers, turtleneck in 14 colors. Sized for Tonic, Isis, Freya, Maitreya, eBody, Hourglass & Physique. Warm, snuggly, sexy, a bit luxurious, with that special touch of class!
Pants: Tonic – Forever Jeans, low rise hip hugging denim jeans w/ a HUD of 16 versatile colors. A swirls add-on (not used) is also available.
Shoes: [Sheba] Creations – Maia Booties, sized for Slink, Belleza & Maitreya with a 50-texture HUD that lets you set the main color of the bootie & the strings at the back separately; available at 50% OFF at TheEvent for December! (see below for Ad close-up)
Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins – NEW! Amira Freckled, worn in caramel straight out of the box with just a touch of added lipgloss to protect against winter’s chill (see below). Available in Freckled, Regular & Sunkissed 8-pack versions (including no brow options) EXCLUSIVELY at eBento until Dec 31st. Demos & shape also available. I’m running out of superlatives, but she’s another beauty based on omega GENUS & LAQ bento heads. See the closeup below to see her beauty!
Makeup: 7 Deadly s[K]ins – Lipgloss 03, one of the gifts on the Advent calendar! Very simple, the perfect touch of gloss with just a hint of pink.
Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty with Booty Control added
Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
Eyes: Azdesign – Reel Green V2 mesh eyes
Hair: {Limerence} – Camila
Jewelry: Earthstones – Poinsettia ‘n Bells Necklace & Earrings, 50% OFF for Members Only Special; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Location: A New York Christmas

Almost Showtime, 2019!

Posted on December 27, 2018 by cejalaval

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And the holiday season continues its merry way, leading up to its final sometimes fevered pitch of New Years Eve. Although I find it tons of fun to get dressed up in SL and party, I’ll admit that at this point in my life, I’m not quite as excited about real-world parties which always seem to try too hard and end up with everyone covertly glancing at their watches and wondering when the ball will drop so they can go home. Or maybe that’s just showing my age lol! In any case, celebrating inworld is a blast, and a hat like this is a fantastic way to top it all off!!! Let’s go 2019!!! 😉

Hat: Stone’s Works – 2019 New Years Hat in Black kicks the year off in style with built in sparklers that turn on/off; the top hat style adds that finishing touch to any style, be it burlesque, formal, steampunk, funk, or just plain party fun! Comes in black, teal, red, & white; includes a built-in resizer so it easily works over multiple hairstyles.
Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins – NEW! Stormy, another stunner based on omega GENUS & LAQ bento mesh heads, this skin has some built-in highlighting under the eyebrow & shadow under the eyes, which I’ve accented with more makeup for a dressy occasion like this (see below). Available EXCLUSIVELY at The Naughty List until Dec 31st.
Dress: Continuum – Satine Corset, includes Shrug, Thong, & Fingerless Gloves for a fun sexy burlesque-style party look; wear all together, or pair with more “traditional” wear. Sized for Tonic, Freya, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Altamura, Ocacin, Voluptuous, & Classic (S, M, L Only).
Makeup: LAQ – Glitter Eyeshadow & Red Lipsticks Applier
Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
Brows: LAQ – Brows 1
Eyes: Azdesign – Reel Green V2 mesh eyes
Freckles: Izzie’s – Freckles & Heart Mole (LAQ Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
Hair: TRUTH – Tinsley
Boots: Oh Pair! – MORGAN
Stockings: .:S&B:. – Lace Stockings Shine (5 Color HUD)
Jewelry: Maxi Gossamer – Belladonna Crystal Beaded Choker & Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Pose: FoxCity – Souffle 3

Twas The Night Before Christmas… and It Was Time to Go!

Posted on December 24, 2018 by cejalaval

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The countdown to Christmas is just about over… children and adults everywhere are either panicked or joyous, excited or exhausted, or some combination of them all. And in some households (like mine), we also have birthdays to celebrate, just adding to the general hubbub and emotional overload. Happy Holidays to all, and to all a good night!!! 😉

Dress w/ Fur Collar: Continuum – Maria Red Dress w/ Joy Scarf (includes a black version & a black fur collar w/ a pink bow), 10L Holiday Special at the main store. Also available in gold as a group gift!
Shoes: Continuum – Talon Luxury Heels, absolutely STUNNING jeweled dress shoes, for the holidays & for any time you want your feet to look fabulous! Just see the inset below & you’ll agree! Available at the Designer Circle beginning Dec 23rd.
Skin: 7 Deadly s[K]ins – NEW! Judith, another GORGEOUS skin based on Omega GENUS & LAQ, worn in butter browless; 14 tones EXCLUSIVELY available at The Secret Affair from Dec 5th – Jan 5th; buy them individually for 175L or in packs of 7 tones (Lights/Darks) for 800L each. Demo & shape also available.
Head: LAQ – Athena (Bento)
Body: Tonic – Curvy Beauty
Brows: LAQ – Brows 1
Eyes: Azdesign – Reel Green V2 mesh eyes
Freckles: Izzie’s – Freckles & Heart Mole (LAQ Omega); DS’Elles – Freckle Body (Belleza, Slink, Maitreya, Omega)
Makeup: Izzie’s – Candy Cane Eye Make-Up (past Xmas Gift)
Hair: Tameless – Noel, available at The Naughty List until Dec 31st
Jewelry: Snowpaws – Christmas Bulb Earrings; Chop Zuey – Bel Aire Gold Women’s Wedding Band
Pose: Eternal Dream – It’s A Snowy Day
Location: Ippos Collective