Do You NuDoLu? You Really Should.

"I love my outfit...I love my outfit" she sings joyfully as she finds yet another new favorite store.  NuDoLu, remember that name and go shop sweeties.  I found this ever so cute mesh jumper and lace skirt outfit called 'Grande Tunique' in apricot.  You can wear it with the rose pattern as I have or just plain as both options are provided in the purchase.

I think the pattern is so lovely and the juxtaposition of woolen jumper with delicate lace skirt is quite unique.

I went to my favorite scarf shop, Zeerys, and found this lovely silk textile scarf in the tone Golden Leopard. My sweet clutch is a great find from Just Design Fashion Store called 'Hearty' in Sand.  My hair is from Ison called 'Leighton', a swept up messy up do that frames the face and shows off my 'Berlioz' orange earrings from DeLa.

  
I found another great location called 'Aear' for picture taking.

The cool boots are also from NuDoLu and I had to have them for this outfit.

LINKS:

HAIR: Leighton in blond tones by Ison
SKIN: Mya in pale tone (make up #0) by Belleza
EYES: Vanity Eyes in platinum by IKON
HANDS: By SLINK
NAILS: By Flair
DRESS: Grande Tunique in apricot by NuDoLu
SCARF: By Zeerys
BOOTS: Bottes de boutons in Fleur by NuDoLu
BAG: Hearty Clutch in Sand by Just Design Fashion Store
EARRINGS: Berlioz in Orange by DeLa
RINGS: Anuttra by Mandala
LOCATION: Aear

I Got Zaara'fied.

I walked into Zaara with paper money in my purse.  I walked out with a few coins.  But who can blame me with all that fabulous fashion lining the walls.  Its a wonder I didn't walk out with an IOU.

I got Zaara'fied with this beautiful top and pants that feature amazing textures and worth ever cent.  The top is called 'Zayba Cross Top' in Sand and comes with flowers that sit across the bias cut.  I love the asymmetrical bottom and delicate creases and clever shading that creates dimension.

The lycra knee shorts are called 'Tara' shown in gold and come in a short or knee length version.  Such a rich and extravagant pattern which is purely appreciated when worn.  The little gold beaded bag is from Glow Studio called 'My Pride'.   

I found these really smart Wedge Boots at a store I hadn't been to before, Marshmallows.  I was really pleasantly surprised at their stock so be sure go have a look see.  With a touch resize menu, they're easy as pie to fit.  The color shown here is white.

If you will indulge me another picture, I found this hair at Kik.  The name of it is 'Fine' in platinum.  They have some sensational hair and I couldn't help but pick up a few styles.  Loving the wind swept, wispy look they have achieved.

I've stocked up on some more clothes so am looking forward to styling them for future posts.  Take care gorgeous ones. xx

You know I hate to admit this, but I DETEST doing my links to the stores.  I absolutely want to give them credit and provide my readers with limo's at the touch of a click but gawd it gets tedious....ok whinge over.

THE CREDIT GOES TO:

Hair: Fine in Platinum by Kik
Skin: Amberly Petal Edition Skins in Sick by Glam Affair
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Sand by IKON
Top: Zayba Cross Top in Sand color by Zaara
Long Shorts: Tara Lycra Long Shorts in Gold by Zaara
Shoes: Wedge Boots in White by Marshmallows
Bag: My Pride in Gold by Glow Studio
Earrings: Antonia in Beige color by DeLa
Necklace: Jupiter Long necklace by Swallowtail
Bangle: Takara in Rich Caramel by Mandala
Watch and ID Bracelet: Aurbierre set by 7891 or Marketplace
Rings: Anuttra and Motsumame rings by Mandala
Location: Rust by Cica Ghost

There's Something Fishy About My Lingerie.

Chalice lies in sweet repose with her new stunning lingerie from Fishy Strawberry.  I visited Fishy the other day and couldn't help but notice the most beautiful lingerie all around me.  I mean it stood out as being original and of excellent quality.  Then I thought, do a lingerie post and show the sexy people of SL what ya got.

I chose two sets that I fell in total love with, the darker one being 'Ignition' and the dusky pink called 'Desiderio'.  For those who love to look fabulous under your clothing, I urge you to go look at Fishy Strawberry's range.

DESIDERIO

IGNITION

I love that you can walk around SL in your smalls and no body bats an eye lid.  Speaking of which, I got caught out this morning hanging the washing on the line in my bra and undies by a visitor.  I can tell you eyelids were batting left, right and center such was the unexpected sight that greeted my friend.  Let me assure you my bra and undies looked nothing like these unfortunately.

DESIDERIO

Hair: Juliet in French Vanilla color by Sugarsmack
Skin: Zoe in Pearl tone by Tuli
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Ice color by IKON
Eyeliner: Liquid Glaze tattoo by Boom
Lingerie: Desiderio in Nude color by Fishy Strawberry
Shoes: Stella Pumps in Tea Rose color by DeLa
Necklace, Earrings and Bangle: Pearl Rain set in Rose Pink by Mandala
Rings: Anuttra Rings in Brown/Sepia by Mandala
Hands: SLINK

IGNITION

Hair: Gillian in Creme color by Omai (not sure if Anya Ohmai is still selling - sorry you may have to contact her)
Skin: Zoe in Pearl tone by Tuli
Eyes: Liquid Light Eye in True Grey color by Mayfly
Eyeliner: Brown Strong Kajal by Little Petite Details
Lips: Deviant Rogue by Tuli
Lingerie: Ignition in Brown color by Fishy Strawberry
Shoes: August Ankle Boots in Oxblood color by Maitraya
Necklace: Luck necklace in Brown color by Mandala
Bangles: Takara Bangles in Rich Caramel by Mandala
Ring: Motsumame Ring in Red/Gold color by Mandala
Hands: SLINK

Shot at a lovely sim called Beach Walk Cafe
   

Hands And Feet, Feet And Hands

I'm thrilled.  With the help of the amazing Siddean Munro from SLINK, my new feet match with the gorgeous Tuli skin I recently purchased.  Wouldn't you know I had the stockings layer on...duh!!  Anyway they are fabulous, wonderful, perfect. If you're contemplating buying the hands and feet, I urge you to go get them.  I couldn't be more happy with how they look.  I honestly say to you, if I can drive them, anyone can.  Look how pretty those hands are.

I've put together a little mix 'n' match outfit wearing my favorite BF Maitreya jeans AGAIN and a lovely floral top from TokiD. 

I found this treasure of a scarf at Mon Tissu along with the red satchel.

Here is another hair style from DeLa called 'Carly'.  I'm loving the bangs and long tussled locks.

STUFF:

Hair: Carly in Blond 1 tone by DeLa
Hands: Casual Hands By Slink
Skin: Zoe in Pearl tone by Tuli
Lip Tattoo: Intense Raspberry for Pearl tone skin from Tuli
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Pewter color by IKON
Tank: Teal Dotted Double Tank by Caprice
Jacket: Red Flowers Summer Cardigan by TokiD
Jeans and Belt: BF Jeans by Maitreya
Scarf:  Infinity Scarf in Heathered color by Mon Tissu
Bag: Sophmore Satchel in Matted Red color by Mon Tissu
Shoes: Allegre in Red color by Maitreya
Watch and Bracelet: Aurbierre Rolex Watch and ID Bracelet from 7891
Location: Bay City

Chalice Loves Alice

Top of the mornin' to ya.  I've not long woken up for a beautiful autumn morning and the birds are chirping like mad.  To match my happy mood, I'm showing a sweet skirt, tank and belt set from my new found favorite store, Alice Blue.

This outfit is called 'Unicorn' shown in Green.  It's ever so pretty and I love the shape of the skirt (shown in the medium size) which maintains its integrity while moving and walking.

The shoes and hat are from Mon Tissu, one of my favorite labels in SL.

I'm wearing the SLINK hands with the Tuli Skin Applier.  A brilliant system but I can't seem to get the skin applier to work on my feet for some reason.  I'm sure you all are smarter than me and have had no trouble but moi, I annoy myself when I'm the only one who struggles with instructions.  OK, back to sorting it out but seriously folks, these hand and feet are awesome.

For the love of god, designers please, please, please put your updated store's LM in your profile picks....please.

The Shops:

Hair: Freya in Platinum tone by LeViere
Skin: Zoe in Pearl tone by Tuli
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Grey/Green by IKON
Hands: By SLINK
Skirt, top and belt: Unicore in Green color by Alice Blue
Shoes: Cottage Flats in Moss color by Mon Tissu
Bag: Green Waves Casual Tote by Teefy
Hat: Deer Stalker hat in Mint color by Mon Tissu
Necklace: A Jour necklace by Je Suis
Earrings: Antonia in Deep Forest color by DeLa
Ring: Trinity Ring by Modern Gypsy
Watch:  Gloria by Donna Flora

I Will Love You Until You Learn To Love Yourself

O.M.G.  Why didn't anyone tell me that DeLa was selling hair?  That was very mean of you.  I've always been a big DeLa fan and when I TP'd in and saw HAIR, well I was elated and I think I hyperventilated a bit.  Here I'm wearing "Popo 11" and I adore it. 

Now I want to introduce you to a designer that I stumbled upon yesterday.  It's always a thrill to come across a shop that you didn't know about and even better when you like their stuff.  The store is "Alice Blue" and the Flopsy Blue Cardigan and Pink Orchid Tank are purchased together and come in other colors and designs on the tank.  My god I love it and I think the designer Aaliyah Imari is very talented indeed...do go check out her shop.  She sells clothes, jewelery and lots of other things.

Looks like I might be going into hospital tomorrow so if I go awol, I'll be back.

Credit goes to:

Hair: Popo 11 in Blond #1 tone by DeLa
Skin: Zoe in Pearl tone by Tuli
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Glass by IKON
Tank and Cardigan: Flopsy in Blue by Alice Blue
Skirt: Jane Denim Micro Mini by DeLa
Socks: Maxine Blush socks by Mimikri
Shoes: Stella in Tea Rose color by DeLa
Bag: Frivolity Bag by Paper Couture - not in shop but you could ask.

I'm Addicted And I Just Can't Get Enough

Holy father of fashion, I LOVE this red and black leather dress from Mina. Try and tear it off me...I'll be wearing this for a few days for sure!  I also purchased the red and black leather boots that match so well.  Mina sell a lot of hair which I'm wearing but when I spotted this dress, I was mightily impressed.

 

Hair: Ainslinn by Mina
Skin: Mya by Belleza
Eyes: By IKON
Dress: Red/Black Leather Dress from Mina
Leggings: Broken Leggings by Emery
Boots: High Boots in Red and Black by Mina
Bag: By Emery
Hair band: Tulip Headband by Miel
Bangles: Red Suede Bracelets by Je Suis
Earrings: Antonia Black Earrings by DeLa 
Location: The Legion Project

She's Got The Celoe Factor!

Hi there...it's been a while. They say what doesn't kill us makes us stronger and this has been sorely tested in my own life during the last month. Within one day I found myself suddenly single, never saw it coming whatsoever and had a husband who has gone to hide two states away and as he ran out the door, claimed 'he couldn't handle anything anymore' leaving me to deal with all our financial matters. Today, only one month after he bolted, I can finally say 'what a bloody idiot to leave the best thing that has and will ever happen to you...ME'. They'll be many more tears, self blame and doubt but I am my parents daughter and I will never define myself by the whims and expectations of another. I don't wish ill of you but at the same time you have earned yourself a huge spiritual debt for your actions and weak mindedness which only you can repay.. I was the best wife I knew how to be and if that wasn't good enough for you, then best of British luck finding another who loved you warts and all as I did.

If you haven't had the pleasure of a trip to Celoe at Mayfair, take a look at what you're missing.  Some classy mesh tailoring complete with layers and folds in all the right places.  As with any fine boutique, custom fitting is available with the jacket and pants available in a range of sizes for the perfect fit.  Designer Shay Sibrian certainly has an eye for detail.

The items from Celoe shown are the Rossi Jacket complete with leather belt in the color 'Thatch", the Lolong Trousers in "Cement" and the amazing Sack Bag in "Roman".  The appeal for me is the earthiness of color and mixture of fabrics.  Mayfair is the first mesh sim in SL which is wonderful, but for my ailing computer I did struggle somewhat getting things to rezz quickly and I was often stuck in lag bubbles.  I do need a new computer however...this one is tired and needing to be retired so for those of you running good lappies and PC's, this shouldn't be a problem.

I believe Celoe has something for everyone and I can't wait to see what awaits us in the future.  Once picking the correct size for my shape, everything just worked.  I didn't realize that in order for my feet not to poke through the bottom of the pants, that I needed to wear shoes with an alpha layer and that fixed the problem entirely..  Maybe there are other solutions that I don't know about but this worked for me.

In SL I still find joy in discovering a new label that I fall in love with.  Then again, it's no different to my RL.  I shop well in both.

Other things:

Hair: Away in Blond (05) by [elikatira] 

Skin: Daphne (05) by Glance Skins 

Eyes: Utopia eyes in Trojan Blue from Ikon 

Freckles: From Daphne Skin by Glance Skins 

Scarf: Dolce Scarf in Nude from Cashmere 

Jacket: Rossi in 'Thatch' by Celoe 

Pants: Lolong Trousers in 'Cement' by Celoe 

Bag: Sack Bag in 'Roman' by Celoe 

Shoes: Grosseto in 'Tan Suede' by Similar Footwear 

Nails: Nail Palette by Mandala 

Earrings: Antonia in 'Brown' by DeLa 

Ring and Necklace: Minerva in'Bronze' by Label Mode 

SAS 'n' Bizzare.

Welcome to Chalice In Wonderland, the little blog that battles along trying to give the people who actually make this world so amazing a little leg up. I sometimes think we get so caught up blabbering shit, worrying about unimportant things and wasting time with in-genuine tool bags that it detracts from the beauty that is in every direction.  Come on darlings...keep making, keep seeing and keep feeling the beauty.   

Here is a little SAS action in the most divine Purrrrr-ty pink.  Sascha Frangilli kindly sent me the fat pack of Purr and I opted to use only back as the accent color.

Here I'm showing the Empress style skirt but you know Sascha, she supplies so many other options that each dress transforms into something else with the click of a button.

The hair is another blockbuster kick ass style from Bizarra called 'Pollish' and even has it's own cute pair of black stiletto's sitting atop of the bun

Thanks for the lovely dress Sascha.  It's purr-fect for the most discerning pussies in town.

Hair:  Pollish from Bizarre Hair.

Skin: Ebba by LAQ.

Eyes: Sunrise Eyes by IKON.

Gloves: Fabulous by Nemesis.

Dress: Purr by SAS.

Eye Shadow Tattoo:  Pink by LPD (free group gift)

Shoes: Galazy Shark X-Treme Heels by N'Core.

Earrings: Dianni in Black by DeLa.

Shots taken: Cafe WB .

Leverocci and Mimikri Work For Me!

Take one AMAZING mesh skirt from Leverocci and add some Mimikri magic to make two different looks.

I just couldn't be happier about the end result of this look.  The stunningly patterned and textured mesh skirt from Leverocci is so clever in its construction and has a satin sheen.  Available in XXS, XS, S, M and L, there's a size for most figures and costs only $150L.  I wanted to bring out the soft blue in the skirt and found the Fur Stole (faux of course) at Mimikri for $200L.  Its dreamy to say the least and the satin bow at the waist pulls it all together.  I also found the Black Sweater with uber bell bottom sleeves at Mimikri for $250L.  I love the form. 

The Shopping:

Shoes: Pascal Sock shoes in Oil from Leverocci - color change socks ($800L)

Hair: Tae in Platinum from Kik ($100L)

Earrings: India Dangle Earrings from Junk

Skin: Ebba in Milky by LAQ ($990L - 5 pack)

Tattoo Eyebrows: For Ebba skin by LAQ ($290L)

Tattoo Freckles and Beauty Mark: For Ebba skin by LAQ ($190L)

Eyes: Pale Steel Blue by Fashism

Nails: By Pixel Mode

Lashes: Ultimate Double Wing Lashes by Apple May Designs

Location: Nostos Deer

Now we go for a less sophisticated look still using my Leverocci skirt.  Again its more Mimikri with the Kay Black Blazar ($350L) and Nica Lurex top in pale blue ($200L).  I picked up the gorgeous Blackbird Handbag at Label Mode and again, I'm wearing the Leverocci Pascal Sock shoes opting for a lighter sock color.  

The Shopping:

Hair: Bree in Champagne by Truth ($200L)

Earrings: Antonia in Black by DeLa

Necklace: Tony Necklace from NHA ($70L)

Skin: Ebba in Milky by LAQ ($990L - 5 pack)

Tattoo Eyebrows: For Ebba skin by LAQ ($290L)

Tattoo Freckles and Beauty Mark: For Ebba skin by LAQ ($190L)

Eyes: Pale Steel Blue by Fashism

Nails: By Pixel Mode

Lashes: Ultimate Double Wing Lashes by Apple May Designs

Location: Nostos Deer

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Wherever possible, I will include prices if it still shows in my transaction history.  Please run your cursor over the shop names for land marks.

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There's some weird stuff going on in the fashion world atm.  I don't really know what because I don't use any of the social networking site's in my SL anymore and they often give you the good oil on what's happening in the zoo.  With a new blog that's just hit town of the expose kind and some strange comments over at Agency Report, I'm beginning to wonder if some of you have gone bonkers. Seriously sweeties....while I'm all for a little ego stroking SL fling if that's your wish, apart from a few genuine relationships that make it through the labyrinth of obstacles and transcend into RL, I hope you realize there's some danger in putting all your eggs into a basket that doesn't really exist.  Maybe it's all role play and I'm the one out of sync, but I've seen a lot of people spill tears while role playing if that's the case.  Ask yourself this.  Do you deserve real hands giving you real hugs?  If so, don't accept anything less.

I'm Smoking In Vero Modero.

Who doesn't love a little Vero Modero?  A walk around the store is a delight for the senses and I couldn't resist this sex-il-icious powder blue top with a botanical print called 'Blossom'.  I teamed it with Vero's Marine Low Rise Bermuda pants in crisp white with golden buttons for a summer look with punch.

I've been meaning to show you this cute bag from Boom from the Yip collection called 'Take It Easy'.  I again brought out my scrummy Grace sandals with fur from DeLa. 

My talons are lethal weapons from the Milky Nails collection complete with oversize rings from Mandala.  Such a beautiful addition to the hands while frightening off a would be attacker at 50 paces.  A new addition to the jewelery collection is this eye popping necklace and earrings set called 'Opulence' from Eclectica Jewelery recently sent from Tiffy Vella to blog.  The intricate collection of various jewels is gorgeous.

I'm wearing a great hair style from Truth called Isla that I've shown with Truth's hair base in the Swedish tone.  Very versatile 'do' that works so well when you want to show off interesting necklines.  Boho Beauty sent out a blogger review skin called 'Frost Bitten' shown here in the Milky tone.  For dramatic effect I added the 'Love My Eyes' liner and mascara tattoo from Boom and thick eyeliner mascara from Les petits Details.  My ciggie is from NicotiN.

I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas day as I did.  Everything was in excess and I loved it.  Bring on New Year :-)

Wisteria Lane.

I'm backing up my last post with another dress from Couverture.  It was the amazing color of this dress that caught my eye.  Chocolate Arashi calls the color Wisteria and it has a feminine and whimsical feel to it.  Titled 'Zepher', it has the finest spaghetti straps with prim ribbons at the shoulders and features a geometric pattern in the lace. 

I returned to [kik] for some more hair love and found this great style called Atmos shown here in platinum. I'm hair over heels in love with the platinum tone and couldn't stop at one purchase so more to come from  [kik] in future posts..  The hair flower also comes with Atmos and I colored it to match the dress. 

I chose the delicate Nouveau Rose jewelery set in lilac from Eclectica.

My most exciting purchase of the day has to be these gorgeous wedge sandals called 'Monique' in Icy Rose from DeLa.  I have long been a DeLa fan girl and Kuranosuko Kamachi's footwear is just getting better and better if that's possible. 

Other credits:

Skin: Glam Affair - Monica light - Modavia gift.

Eyes: WAP - Icey Blue.

Nails: Pixel Mode.

Well Miss Virtual World is nearly upon us.  In around 4 hours the candidates will take the stage for the marathon event.  Having been in the competition myself a few years ago representing my country as Miss Australia, I remember the stress I felt that lasted for around 6 hours if memory serves me correctly.  Constantly on edge trying to ensure I was rezzed, had the right clothes on, hit my marks all while trying not to crash gave me a mega headache.  For me this all began at around 4am so by the time the winner was announced, I was delirious and said a prayer of thanks for not being chosen as I'd never have been able to produce a coherent sentence.  Good luck to all the girls.  Have fun but remember, winning can be a huge burden so be careful what you wish for.  Don't forget your dignity particularly in defeat because your behavior will be remembered long after the fan fare has died down while what you wore will not.

Adorable Mesh Skirt From Behold Designs.

Drum roll please...this is the first piece of mesh clothing I've ever worn.  Talk about late on the uptake but better late than never I suppose.  What prompted me to finally go to the mesh side and download V3 was reading EnCore Mayne's blog (here) sharing her new creation, the polka dot mesh skirt.  I just loved the pattern and shape of it and immediately TP'd to her store, Behold Designs, to get me one. 

Never underestimate the power of a little skirt on those around you.  This is ever so sexy and I love the asymmetrical aspect of it that cleverly uses the polka dots to create added dimension.  This skirt is not rigged so can be modified as opposed to modifying your shape for the rigged mesh clothing pieces.  This gives you carte blanche to tint your skirt.  EnCore indicates she will be selling this for $300L but when I purchased it, it was a mere $150L. 

I set about building up a look from the skirt and visited Le Poppycock where I purchased a top called  Le Tanque.  I then had a bit of fun at Tee*fy shopping for accessories and found Anya's Pico Mofumofu scarf with dangling embellishments at either end and My Lunch Bag shown here in blue and brown hues. 

I opted for my favorite Arch Boots in 2 tone nude kindly sent to me by Fashionboi Lander from the House of Fox..  Also shown: Hair - Starlight in Essence from Vanity Hair; Skin - Claudia 2 Milky Glow from LAQ; Eyes - Pale Steel Blue from Fashism; Watch - Cashmere; Earrings - Antonia from DeLa; Nails - Pixel Mode

Thank you for throwing me from the comfort of my V2 nest and into the V3 unknown EnCore. I so wanted that skirt and I'm so glad I took the plunge.  I love this viewer and it actually works better for me.  Great job darling.