Praying The Seams Hold.

I once wore a dress so tight and short a few years ago that I literally couldn't sit down, which was a terrible shame because my shoes were killing me. I knew before I walked out the door, I'd regret it no matter how fantastic I thought I looked. I spent most of the night worrying about whether I was flashing my crotch to the crowd and praying the seams didn't explode in the middle of the club.  It was at that point in my life that I promised myself if ya can't sit in it, ya don't wear it.

That aside, Chalice never has to worry about such things and this slip of a dress from Alaskametro called 'Milla' in Pebble Beige was something I put away in the closet to blog some day.  Its simply cut but the lace and color sets it apart from other little dresses and great for clubbing the night away.  It has a traditional elegance but with oodles of sex appeal.

Styling this look was also an opportunity to show you the new 'Daisy' hair from LeLutka with roots in the 'Marilyn' tone.  Loose, casual and perfect for unabashed freedom on the dance floor, I really love this style.

Worn with Kalnin's amazing 'Scarlett' footwear and a little clutch from Baiastice, this simple yet eye-catching look is something you can easily throw on after work when you and your buddies are up for some drinks and dancing.  I was told this evening that Kalnins Footwear no longer exist in SL or may have been sold to an outlet.  If anyone finds a LM for Kalnin's shoes, please share with me.

This dress does need to come with a warning though, 'Please don't pick a loose thread' or you could be in BIG trouble.

Here I'm using a new photo studio that I purchased from pose store PNP Megastore.  I came across this when PNP sent out some free background texture packs and I was intrigued to know exactly what they were for.  I strolled through the huge store and found the PNP Photo Studio V3 that comes with pose stand and texture hud whereby you can add more textures and poses to both via edit.  What I like about this studio is the size of it.  Very wide and high so you can pull back without loosing the picture.  It also comes with a control module to remove/show the pose stand and move your avatar by using the arrows to place yourself in different positions.  Easy as pie.  I think this is great for people who like to shoot backgrounds in world using a variety of wind-light settings.  You can then add them to the background hud and have the control to concentrate on lighting your avatar on your own land without interruption from visitors etc.  Also PNP have a huge variety of backgrounds for sale to add to the hud if that's what you'd prefer.  I do love shooting at different locations but when using some of the wind-light settings, while making magic with the landscape, can turn my avatar into the ugliest thing imaginable.  Drop in the store and have a play with it.  You'll find a mass of poses and other photographic items.

Credits:
Hair:  Daisy from LeLutka
Skin: Daphne from Glance Skins incl. freckles
Nails: Pixel Mode
Dress: 'Milla' from Alaskametro
Shoes: 'Scarlett' from Kalnins (should get shoes of the year in my opinion) Waaaaa I wanna an LM.
Ring: Claddagh from Eclectica
Clutch: 'Precious Fur' by Baiastice
Earring and necklace: Son!as (not sure if it is still for sale - can ask her though)

BoHo HoBo Jean Jacket

How about this jean jacket from BoHo HoBo gals?  Trill Zapatero sent it to me a little while ago and I finally got around to unpacking the box to find this awesome jacket that is perfect in every way.  I wasn't feeling inclined to just wack on the obvious pair of jeans so did some hunting to seek out something playful.

I found these booty shorts at (K)Rea! and from the rear, they're very cheeky.

The details on the back of the jacket is nothing less than you what get with BoHo HoBo pieces...interesting, unexpected and quirky.

Anyway kiddies, I'm off for lunch with the girls and yes, that big machine next to me will be throbbing away between my thighs in a blink of an eye.  Now I'm gonna shut up and drive :-)

Stuff

Hair incl. Hair Flower: Daisy in Champagne from Truth

Skin: Daphne Skin in Pale from Glance

Nails: Pixel Mode

Eyes: Sunrise Eyes in Pale Mint from IKON

Jacket: BoHo HoBo Jean Jacket

Top: Flower Tank by Punch Drunk (no longer available)

Shorts: Parade Shorts by (K)Rea!

Watch: Flight Compass Wristwatch from Indyra Originals

Clutch: Claire Clutch in Deep Turquoise by LeLutka

Necklace: Friendo Necklace by Miel

Earrings: India Dangle Earrings by Junk

Shoes: Scarlett Classic heels in Gold by Kalnins

Location: San Hose City

A Sight In Black 'n' White.

Hellooooo. I've missed You.

Well, well, well. By way of explanation, I've been editing my holiday video's into mini-movies and so far, I've got 5 hours in the can. I'm using Pinnacle Ultimate Studio Suite and I must say, it's doing a terrific job. Mind you, this was my super big OS holiday of 2009 so it's only taken me 1 year and 11 months to get to it. I've had so much fun reliving the unreal moments we experienced and in a way, feel quite regenerated even though I haven't left Australia. I did think though that I should put something on the blog because a) I've missed it and b) my tiny readership may leave me altogether.

I'm very excited at the moment as I've just ordered two Matta Dupatta and Tolani scarves on-line and am waiting for them to arrive. I'm a scarf fiend and love to add to my collection of Sir Alistair Rai, Missoni, Love Quotes and one very special Hermes.

Anyway I had it in my mind to style some black and white looks so here they are. Style credits down the bottom for those interested.

Together and individually, I love all these pieces and thank the amazing designers for their incredible work, particularly Maylee Oh's The Secret Store. You rock...NO, you boulder Ms Oh.

Look 1
Skin: Elena Pale Glow by LAQ
Eyeliner: From LionSkins
Hair: Jenifer in Marilyn tone by LeLutka
Eyes: Silver by Amesi
Shirt: Maylee Oh's Cloudy Blouse by The Secret Store
Pants: July Black Pants from Glam Affair
Shoes: Fame Pumps in Black by LeLutka
Brooch: Eglantine Flower by The Secret Store
Bag: Vintage Clutch by [glow] studio
Earrings: BUTT-ERR Hoops by Diesel Magic
Necklace: Elle Orchid by Muse Fine Jewelery
Gloves: Fine Gloves in Black by The Secret Store

Look 2:
Skin: Elena Pale Glow by LAQ
Hair: Folie d'Ete in Essence tone by Vanity Hair
Eyes: Silver by Amesi
Dress: Popsicle Dress by The Secret Store
Blazer: Eglantine by The Secret Store
Shoes: Fae Wedges by Pixel Mode
Rings: Broadway Cocktail Rings designed by Mag Tennan
Bag: Rete Shoulder Bag by Septem Essentia
Nails: Milky Way Nails in White by Mandala

Look 3:
Skin: Elena Pale Glow by LAQ
Hair: Coup de Coeur in Essence tone by Vanity Hair
Eyes: Silver by Amesi
Dress: Popsicle Dress by The Secret Store
Earrings: Kabuki by Mandala
Hat: Black Party by Lode Hats
Gloves: Cheerno Diamond Gloves in Black by Kletva
Shoes: Saleina in Black by Kalnins

The Power Of Baby Pink.

I don't care what anyone says. Boys love pink and surprise, surprise, boys love girls in pink. They may never admit it, but they do.

I'm very partial to pink and white and when I saw the Liv Pink dress at Glam Affair, well, it was on my back before the Cha-Ching stopped sounding. I thought I would create something pretty and feminine.

I love being a girl.

Hair: Charli in Natural Blond by Maitreya.
Skin: Leona in Natural by Glam Affair.
Eyes: Grey by Mozz.
Dress: Liv Pink by Glam Affair.
Shoes: Plastique by Kalnins.
Bag: White Short Feather bag by Muism.
Hat: le lis blanc du roi available for free from Worlds End.

Location: Milvus.

Boho With A Side Of Black.

I do appreciate a great print and a bold dash of color. I found this little boutique style shop a couple of days ago on the Juicy sim. Called Boho (designer Redsoledrea Gossipgirl), I found a modest but fabulous selection of pieces and I fell in love with this top called 'Donna' shown here in Venetian Red.  Sits perfectly and the bow on the cleavage really well placed.  Looking forward to more from Ms Gossipgirl.

I lucked in with a couple of great freebies. The necklace is from Justice and the bag from Meiling, both group gifts.  You know you love the gifts when you would definitely buy them.  Thank you darlings.

I'm in love with my new BIG hair called Momo from Vanity Hair, a recent release. I so love Tabata Jewell's imagination and execution when it comes to cutting edge hair. Me hearts you big time.

The leather Oleta shorts are a new purchase from Ibizarre although the fab little stockings 'n' suspenders purchased from Barbee may not be available these days; however were produced by Natsu Serevi if you wanted to contact her in world.

Hair base: Vanity Hair.
Skin: LAQ.
Eyes: Mozz.
Eyeliner (tattoo): EyePop in Guava from cheLLE.
Shoes: Digna from Kalnins.
Left earring: Timeless Hoops from Encore (designer Tracy Scofield) no longer available.
Right earring: Black Shadow from Glow Studio.
Bangle: Gift from Fairy Tail.

B HAPPY.

Spaced Out In My Armor Plated Bustier.

Houston...we have lift and separation entirely due to this plated bustier from The Sea Hole. I like the impact of this small piece of clothing that is trimmed with piercing spikes at the bodice. It comes with a clutch bag also adorned with spikes and the strap sits snugly around the hand. I remembered these funky little leggings I purchased at Beatnik and thought that the geometric patterns on the legs would work well with the geometric design of the bustier. I love Beatnik's range of pants/leggings. Excellent textures and very well shaded. Go look.

I went for an old favorite, my black neck adornment from Moxie Polanos, instead of a necklace this time. Using the Piddle skin tattoo's recently selling at The Dressing Room Blue called the Incognito Make Up Set, I love how this compliments the futuristic feel of this look. Some metallic silver talons from je suis and a space age bouffant from Vanity Hair and Chalice is ready for her date with Captain Kirk at the space station Star Trek Deep Throat Nine.

If the space ship's a rockin', don't come a knockin'. K?

Skin: Isolde Cachet by Exodi
Face Tattoo Make Up: Incognito by Piddle
Earrings: Shari from Mayden Couture
Eyes: Dazzling Green from LAQ
Shoes: Wonder by Kalnins

Pants Off Friday....Come Join Me.

Every Friday I go shopping without pants. You should try it sometime. It's very liberating.

I love this top from Sea Hole in French Blue. It does actually come with a skirt but hey, it's pants off Friday for me so it doesn't get a look in. The designer behind Sea Hole is Drinkinstein Sorbet and as you can see from this gorgeous top, she's amazing. Keep your eye on her is my prediction.

I didn't need much of an excuse to don my new Kalnins Color Change Promenade Boots with my gelatti colored Maitreya Slouch Socks.

Any chance to bring out my Farfelu Bag from Paper Couture is always a joy and given I only have limited opportunity to wear my 2010 Tiara, there was no choice.

And just in case you all forgot, I'm Damn Hot. A cute little accoutrement from Tik Tok.

Hair: Lamb
Skin: Glam Affair
Earrings: Junk
Necklace: BLD
Belly Ring: Eclectica
Ring: Fairy Tail
2010 Tiara: Created by Carolin Bonetto

Kalnins Do Jeans.

Color me happy...Kalnins do jeans.  I have been a Kalnins girl for a long time now. Maris Kanto, Kalnins designers, knows good fashion. His shoes and eye wear are quality all the way and he definitely has a knack in marketing his excellent products. Recently Mr Kanto sent me a selection of his new jeans and they're fantastic. Available in a variety of styles, the jeans come in black, blue and sirocco for only 195L a pair.

Take a look.....

Blue Kalnins

Black Kalnins

Sirocco Kalnins

These shots are taken in the doorway of the Kalnins shop. Take a trip over there and pick up these great, classy jeans. You know you can never have enough jeans?

Look 1

Top: Pink and Gray Hoodie from Mimi's Choice
Jeans and Belt: Blue Jeans from Kalnins
Shoes: Seleina from Kalnins
Bracelets:  Pewter Night Bangles from Baubles
Ring:  Lush Moria Ring from Morantique
Earrings: Dangle Diamond Studs by EarthStones


Look 2


Top:  Wrapped Tank in Black by Elymode
Jeans and Belt:  Black Jeans from Kalnins
Shoes:  Promenade Boots from Kalnins
Bracelets:  Ghost Hunt Gift from Love Chic
Earrings and Necklace:  Grey Heart from Crystal Line
Tattoo: Girl and Girl from Stradivarius


Look 3


Top:  Black Poncho from Cream Shop
Jeans and Belt: Sirocco Jeans from Kalnins
Shoes:  Plastique from Kalnins
Rings: Callie Cline and Fairy Tail
Earrings: Pearl Earrings from Son!a's


Skin:  Summer Skin from Glam Affair
Eyes: Stella from Glam Affair
Hair:  Soma in Ink by Lamb

A Star Is Born

Hey groovers. I picked this little dance outfit up from Yome Shoujo . It's just a pants and shirt layer but very well done.

After dancing till dawn and with a hang over of mammoth proportions, Chal's Hair Of The Dog was an ice cream.

If only I looked this good in rl after a naughty night out.

Skin: Eclat in Pale (Make Up 4) from LeLutka
Hair: Ambrosia in Butter from Lamb
Hat: Zee Ramen hat by Split Pea
Top/Pants: Dots/Star by Yome Shoujo
Shoes: Dante by Kalnins
Earrings: Pois and Flowers by Simay Creations
Bracelets: Summer in blue by LouLou & Co

Ely And Tuli Make Beautiful Music Together.

What happens when a volcano meets a tornado? Sorry Eminem for borrowing your lyric but that's how I describe the creative partnership of two of SL's artistic dynamo's. You get a force to be reckoned with, that's what. Elysium Eilde from Elymode and Tuli Asturias from Tuli Skins have come together to form a fantastic skin fusion centered around Tuli's new release Jade skin.

How utterly exciting to view the fruits of their respective labor in the form of the new Jade make up range specifically designed to be worn with the Jade skin. Ely has gone to town in designing these stunning make ups that are going to change the way we style our personal outfits and for models who appear on runway and in fashion shoots. They are just so vibrant and luminous.

When you think that Ely and Tuli have a combined life in world of 8 years, how lucky are we that these two merged their talents in one skin/make up? The gorgeous results are there for all to see.  Thank you Ely for sharing these gems with me.

And she wore?
Skin: Jade in Tone 3 by Tuli
Make Up: Jade Make Up by Elysium Eilde availabe at Tuli
Hair: Naive in Sunflower by Posh
Eyes: Big Grey Expressive Eyes by Nany Merlin
Dress: Night Mist dress from Icing
Shoes: Dante shoes from Kalnins
Hat: Russian Tears Hat by Glow Studio
Rings: I'm Your Present from Glow Studio
Earrings/Necklace: Magic in Black from Tik Tok

Chalice On A Hot Tin Roof.

One of the most enjoyable things about Chalice's extensive, obscene fashion collection is the freedom to plonk in front of the wardrobe (inventory) trying to create a look brought together from many different designers. The hardest thing about Chalice's extensive, obscene fashion collection is knowing where to look. A skirt from here, a ruffle from there, a hat from god knows where all come together to create an outfit no-one else will be wearing. I love that.

Today I started with the earrings/necklace set I purchased the other day. Facing my clown-a-phobia, I snapped this up because clowns scare the bejeebers out of me and I thought exposure therapy might help. The outfit grew from there and I must say, you could pair this Stitch By Stitch skirt with a hessian sack and you'd still rock the runway.



I took to the roof at the Prefabrica sim for these pics because the view was stunning. I'm sure you'll find lots of photo ops there so do visit to appreciate the amazing work that's gone into it.



I also wanted to wear the new Kalnins Dante heels that had recently been sent by master cobbler Maris Kanto. Again Maris, these are sensational and so, so easy to drive.



Homage to the designers:
Skin: Elle in Make Up 7 in Pale by Belleza.
Hair: Bethany in Swedish by Truth.
Nails: Red by J's.
Eyes: Big Grey Expressive Eyes by Nany Merlin.
Top inc. Shoulder Cuffs and Glitch Pants: From Jenica outfit by Ivalde (Ghost Hunt Gift).
Shirt Ruffle: Taken from Violet Night Lace Over-shirt from Stitch By Stitch.
Skirt: Violet Night Wrap skirt from Stitch By Stitch.
Shoes: Dante Heels from Kalnins.
Earrings/Necklace: Mad Clown by Glow Studio.
Parasol: Created by Seagel Neville.

Kalnins The Wonder Shoes.

Wonder by Kalnins.

A big thank you to Maris Kanto, designer of Kalnins shoes and shades. Once again, Mr Kanto has shared his new release shoe with blogger's and this is one right out the shoe box. Appropriately called Wonder, I have entirely fallen in love with this smart strappy heel with excellent shading and delightful tootsies. What I adore about Kalnins' prim toed shoes is the easy to operate hud. I consider myself the perfect gauge for huds, because I am so challenged, if I can use it, anyone can.

I would just love this shoe in RL. Its stylish and really does look comfortable.

I wanted to bring out this lovely top to show you, beautifully designed by Fhara Acacia from Ricielli . I purchased this from The Dressing Room Blue as Ms Acacia is a member of this designers group who provide quality items at a discount. I couldn't go past this Batik Gold Bag from Baiastice. The skirt is from Cubic Effect, a buy from some time ago but I'm sure if they don't have this, there will be something similar.

Glasses: Rita by Mojoti
Hair: Emme from Truth
Skin: Elle from Belleza
Bracelets: Spiked Bracelets by Blitzed
Ring: Fairy Tale

Chalice In Wonderland: My New Coat And Nuts To You

I just brought a coat by a designer called Nuts Andel from the store enchanty.  I'm absolutely thrilled with the coat but knowing someone made it who goes by the name Nuts makes me love it even more.  I wish I'd chosen Nuts as my SL name...Nuts Carling.  hmmmm I like.  Anyway I've been in SL so long now I've forgotten why I chose Chalice as a name only to say I like the way it sounds.  I knda like being a cup that holds wine which just happens to be one of my favorite drinks.  Anyway I digress.

enchanty (no capitals please) is a little boutique on Japan Fancy Island and also in the Creator's Pavilion that doesn't stock much but what is in there I've found to be of excellent quality.  My ivory colored coat is so well made and doesn't poke out here and there as you move.  When designers get this right, I have confidence to purchase more from then which I did.  A gorgeously sweet soft  lemon skirt and an amazing pair of thigh tights with textured prim lower leg folds.  Scrummy in white but equally adorable in black, pink, brown and gray.  I was trying to create a soft, cuddly, organic look for those days when you want winter dressing to be stylish but not trussed up like an Eskimo.. I have about 5 inches of exposed skin...I think I can manage that in the name of fashion.  I found my Kalnin's Snowdrift shoes and changed the color via the hud.  Me loves these babies :-)  Yay to Kalnin's.

Anyhoo this is my tribute to Nuts from enchanty just to say...I like your stuff.  You simply nailed this coat.

Oh I also had fun at Shag buying some new hair. This is my first visit to Shag and I found it Shag-a-licious for this picky hair buyer.  The Cherry Pie hair I'm wearing is as elegant and stylish as any hair I've found in SL.  Bravo Mr Shag (aka Sebastien Aries).  Nice of him to provide a little bar upstairs for the weary and spent....this is where I took my snaps.

Chalice is training for the Navy Seals between fashion shoots.

Where did you get it???

Skin: Estelle Light Make Up #10 by LeLetka

Hair: Cherry Pie in Blond by Shag

Eyes: Expressive Eyes in Green #4 by Nany Merlin

Coat: Otome Coat in Ivory by enchanty

Skirt: Ohana Skirt in Yellow by enchanty

Tights: Kutushita Tights in White by enchanty

Boots: Snowdrift by Kalnins

Earrings: Charm Earrings from Bonita's Jewelery

Chalice In Wonderland - I'm So PC...Paper Couture That Is.

If I could reach into my screen and grab one gown from SL, this would be it.  It combines everything I love...feathers, strong color and fantasy all rolled into one.  Worn with Kalnins Orchid shoes which are wonderful for matching with outfits, I feel so PC.  My love affair with this designer has been unceasing since the first time I wandered into her store so long ago and purchased the Falsetta Layered Gown.  That was the defining moment when I realized that SL was Barbie doll's with dimension.  I swear that dress was responsible for some success at castings and it was a staple when I wanted something impressive.  Anyway, please welcome Lush by Ava Lu of Paper Couture.

 

 

Now I'm going to think about 3 things from my SL inventory that I just couldn't do without.  If Vixie, Jula and Ella were in there, that's what (who really) I'd pick. 

The Designers:

Hair:   Peta in Natural Blond by LeLutka
Skin:  Estelle Light in Make Up 3 by LeLutka
Eyes:  Expressive Eyes in Grey by Nany Merlin
Lashes: Tinted Lashes in Purple by Pixel Fashion
Nails:  Purple by Petit Ange
Dress:  Lush by Paper Couture
Shoes:  Orchid by Kalnins
Hair flower: Rose Hair Flower in Red by Artilleri
Necklace:  Jenica Necklace by Aurora Borealis
Earrings:  MM Luxe Amethyst Jewel Chandelier Earrings by Pearlie Pedro