High Pants...Low Energy.

Do you have days in SL when you take pics but nothing seems to look good?  The lighting, even though you've used the same presets before, just doesn't work and you give up that great idea for a white background.  That was me taking this set.  I tried 3 different locations but I just couldn't light my avi properly and went home, faux fur between my legs, opting for the easy life. Grrrrrr.

Anyway, here 'tis.

Today I'm primarily featuring two great designers I came across at the Flawless sim, Shine (pants) and Orquidea (top and hair flower).  Honorable mentions must also go to Kathrin Dassin of Moon Dance Boutique for the amazing nails that actually sit where they are supposed to and Redgrave for the fabulous Nikki Heels that are color change.  I do love the foot on this shoe and I managed the HUD very well.  If you can't find the nail design you want at Moon Dance then you're a whinger who could never be pleased.  Kathrin's note card indicates she will tint the nail glove to your favorite skin if you can't do it yourself which is very 'handy' for me.  Just type in "/1moondance l or /1moondance r" to select both left and right nails and a menu appears to change the designs...so easy.

The Style Card:
Hair: Addison in Marilyn tone by LeLutka.
Skin: Mila in Pearl tone by LeLutka.
Eyeliner: Liquid Eyeliner in Brown by LeLutka.
Lipstick: Mango Tango in Pearl tone by LeLutka.
Nails: Be Mine nails (texture change) by Moon Dance.
Top: Vintage Red Top With Shoulder Bow by Orquidea.
Pants: Highwaist Marlene Pants in Taupe by Shine.
Shoes: Nikki Heels by Redgrave.
Hair decoration: Mechanical Orchid in Red by Orquidea.
Location: That lazy person's place...excuse me if I don't share the LM.

Gloria Meets Gizza.

How lucky I am to have been sent this Gizza dress to blog today when I was sitting there twirling my hair waiting for inspiration to strike...da dah.  There it was...the new Gloria dress from Gizza popped right in my mail box.  Its a gorgeous, well made piece that comes with a hud to change the colors...mauve, purple and blue would be the best description of the colors.

 

 
As you can see, its smart and simple and so well made.  The frill is quite unbelievable and looks even better in SL than in these pics.  As we all know, its often the case that clothes photograph better than they look in SL but this Gizza stunner shines in the flesh.

MAUVE:

Hair: Electra in Sweden tone by LeLutka.
Skin: Mila in Pearl tone (make up #1) by LeLutka.
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Azure by IKON.
Dress: Gloria by Gizza Creations.
Shoes: La Sauvage in Ocean color from Courtisane Shoes.
Bag: The Ireben Carryall by Indyra Originals.
Glasses: Oversized Sunglasses by Izzie's.
Hat: Audrey by Bliss Couture.
Necklace and earrings: Crazy CoCo by LouLou & Co.
Ring: Camellia Ring in Silver by NCparis.
Nails: Classy Amethyst Nails by Moondance.
Shot at Imogen And The Pigeons by Bryn Oh.

PURPLE:
Shoes: Nikki by Redgrave.
Hair: Keeley in Marilyn tone by LeLutka.
Lipstick tattoo: Velvet in Pearl tone by LeLutka. 
Bag: Fab Hobo Bag in Plum by Indyra Originals.

BLUE:
Shoes and bag: Zulu by Amarelo Manga.
Lipstick tattoo: Petulant by LeLutka.
Eyeliner tattoo: Liquid Liner in Purple by LeLutka.

So Cute.

On a recent trip to LeLutka, I came across this magnificent little creature that was not an avi but an attachment to someone.  When they walked off, the little feline followed, sauntering across the pavement. I was too busy camming in to take a photo to do an inspection before they both poofed away and never got to see who created him or her  Look at those cute little spindly legs and melt your heart huge eyes.  Its when you see things such as this, you realize that in SL, our collective imaginations can never be exhausted.

NEWS UPDATE 28.02.13
Thanks to a kind flickr member, I now know this image is taken from Final Fantasy X1 as the character Cait Sith

"(Cait Sith is a mysterious figure who makes her appearance in the opening mission of the Final Fantasy XI expansion Wings of the Goddess. Little is known about Cait Sith at this point, but she is initially referred to as the "Regal Feline".

This is sold on SL Marketplace by Manticore so in actual fact the image is taken from another application and is not from the imagination of a SL creator.  Hmmm I wonder what the original illustrator would say eh?
 

Giving H.E.D.

Here is a colorful outfit from H.E.D. called 'Summer Oasis'.  A little fun for the sun shown with Bizzare Hair's 'Magic Mermaid'.

 This was shot at Imogen And The Pigeons by Bryn Oh.  As always, a stunning build.

What and where:

Skin: Mila in Pearl tone (make up 1) by LeLutka.
Eyeliner: Black Liquid Eyeliner by LeLutka.
Eyeliner #2: Eye Pops in Lime by cHelle.
Hair and base: Magic Mermaid in White tone from Bizzarre Hair.
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Azure by IKON.
Outfit: Summer Oasis by H.E.D.
Earrings: Anaya Turquoise Earrings by Zaara.
Necklace: Zwarit Necklace by Zaara.
Bracelet: Vyomini Bracelet by Zaara.
Ring: Raga Oyster Ring by Zaara.

 

I Waited...You Never Came.

Thrown back into the single world, my safe little life is a thing of the past.  My thoughts turn to the uncertainty of meeting new people and the fact that you never really know anyone...even those we truly think we do.  While the relationship with me is the best relationship I've ever had, I can't help but wonder what lay ahead.  Will my heart be broken again?  I will have to wait and see...

She waits...

And waits...

The style
Hair: Rain in Marilyn tone by LeLutka.
Skin: Mila in Pear tone (make up 7) by LeLutka.
Eyes: Grey/Green Eternal eyes by IKON.
Top: Gathered Frilled Blouse in Grey by Mon Tissu.
Skirt: Highland Skirt in Light Grey by Mon Tissu.
Jacket: Leather Jacket by Slave.
Boots: Baviera Boots by Crazy Clothes.
Rings: Glam Rings (included in Glam Nail set) by UtopiaH.
Bag: Haute Tote Bag by Tres Blah.
Location: Dry Land (sim designed by Anita Witt - brilliant place).

Mondriaan Dress by Sascha's Designs

Gawd...two posts in one night.  I'm on a roll so will keep going.

Here's a great interpretation of Dutch painter, Piet Mondriaan's, grid based compositions of the 1920's.  I've always had a penchant for his work so couldn't let this dress go unblogged.  It comes with the black hat and also black leggings if you desire.

Great work Sascha. The shine and gentle creases are fab.  They come in a vast array of sizes so will suit any body shape.  Speaking of shapes, don't you go buying any of those ripped shapes on Marketplace that I notice are still for sale.  That would be very naughty.  After catching up with all that's gone on in the last few months, that waste of space needs to be GONE.

Skin, eyeliner and lips by LeLutka.
Hair base by Truth.
Earrings and bracelet by Eclectica (Gathered Hearts).
Ring by Zaara (Raga Oyster Paua).
Shoes by N-Core (Galaxy Shark X-treme Heels)
Dress by Sascha's Designs (Mondriaan-all available colors).

Red-E For Me?

Well hello!  It's been an age since I've blogged.  I took a looong break due to personal life issues.  2012 was definitely my 'annus horribilis' with my husband leaving and my darling mother passing away.  All this has taken its toll; however, SL can be a nice detraction from everyday life so thought I would dip my prim toe into the water and do what I love to do...explore fashion.  I'm also toying with a return to modeling but it's been so long my hud is probably rusty.  Me needs to practice, practice, practice.

I chose a strong red theme for my return post as I particularly wanted to blog the gorgeous Sacha Designs Jiu-Li gown sent to me recently.

Hair: Infinity by Bizzare Hair.
Skin: Mila (Pearl Base) with Clandestine Lipstick Tattoo by LeLutka.
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Glass by IKON.
Eye liner: Black Liquid Liner by LeLutka.
Dress: September 2012 Group Gift from Glitterati.
Hat: Beatriz by Bliss Couture.
Necklace: Lolita Ribbon Choker by Glitterati.
Bangles: Red Suede by Je Suis.
Nails: Naive in Red by Je Suis.
Shopping Bag: Juicy Shopping Bag from Juicy Shapes and Poses.

Hair: Epic Stars by Bizzare Hair.
Skin: Mila (Pearl Base) with Jaffa Lipstick Tattoo by LeLutka.
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Grey/Green by IKON.
Eye liner: Green Liquid Liner by LeLutka.
Dress: Jiu-Li in Red by Sascha's Designs.
Earrings: Dianni by DeLa.
Watch: Devilla Ladies Watch created by Francis Chung.
Nails: Naive in Red by Je Suis.
Shoes: Cherie X-treme Heels in Red Passion by N-Core.
Shopping Bag: Juicy Shopping Bag from Juicy Shapes and Poses.

Hair: PressoIR by Bizzare Hair.
Skin: Mila (Pearl Base) with Sinful Lipstick Tattoo by LeLutka.
Eyes: Pale Blue Sunrise Eyes by IKON.
Eye liner: Black Liquid Liner by LeLutka.
Dress: Dark Chocolate Kisses Dress by H.E.D.
Necklace: Lolita Ribbon Choker by Glitterati.
Bangles: Red Bangles by Plus.
Nails: Naive in Red by Je Suis.
Shoes: Metallic Flats by alaskametro.
Shopping Bag: Juicy Shopping Bag from Juicy Shapes and Poses.

Hair: Briony With Roots by Truth.
Skin: Mila (Pearl Base) with Jaffa Lipstick Tattoo by LeLutka.
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Grey/Green by IKON.
Eye liner: Green Liquid Liner by LeLutka.
Lingerie: Angel Bra and Panties in Red by The Bishes Inc.
Necklace: Chained Heart by JuJu's Closet.
Earrings: Red Teardrop Earrings by Izzie's.
Glasses: Oversized Sunglasses by Izzie's.
Nails and Rings: Sharp Nails and Rings by Utopia.
Shoes: Cherie X-treme Heels in Red Passion by N-Core.
Shopping Bag: Juicy Shopping Bag from Juicy Shapes and Poses.

As I am probably dropped from most of the feeds, it will take me a while to figure which ones but if you found my blog, thanks for reading.