The Chains That Bind.

Hi precious ones.  Well I visited the new look Glam Affair and got me some demo skins which I intend to try on when I've finished this post.  It looks great Ms Ewing.  Wonderful build :-)

Today I'm wearing an outfit I've been storing in my 'to blog' file from Amarelo Manga called 'Tilla'.  I'm so into these mesh tops that sit just off the body in lacy material.  The shirt is ever so nice and silky looking.  I actually have something similar in my RL wardrobe.

The pants are quite out there and there's definitely a touch of Chanel © about them.  I purchased the bag from Glam Affair. which I love.

I popped on my Gos Lolita Espadrilles and am ready for a ride in my convertible to go shopping.  I need to go stock up on some new blogging outfits cause its pay day and I got money to burn.

Oh and this great little do is from Kik called 'Fiona' in Platinum.  Gawd I love Kik hair.

Thought for the day.  I've seen and known a few people around with the sir name 'Littlething'.  I wonder how many guys opted for that when they joined SL and could pick their last name?

WELL ARE YOU COMING SHOPPING OR WHAT?

HAIR: Fiona in Platinum from Kik
SKIN: Ava in Pale from Belleza (best buy range - June)
EYES: Sunrise Eyes in Pale Mint by IKON
HANDS: By Slink
POLISH:  By Flair
TOP: Tilla from Amarelo Manga
PANTS: Tilla from Amarelo Manga
SHOES: Lolita Espadrilles in White from Gos
BAG: Petra Rivet Bag in White from Glam Affair
EARRINGS: Chain Earrings from Bliss Couture
BRACELET: Lemon Bangle Set from FuLo
RINGS: Arturo Rings from Donna Flora
LOCATION: deSiderium

Coffee And Vanilla.

I love a good scarf and I've had this one from Vogue just waiting to blog.  Called 'Sharmine Stole' in Russet, it's the mixture of colors that drew me to it.

I chose these embroidered jeans in coffee from Bliss Couture and found that the new release bag from Boom worked really well with it. The top is from Kunglers called 'Alicia' in vanilla.  A simple silky little thing that is so versatile.

The shoes I found on Marketplace for a mere $99L and I consider them my bargain of the month.  They are from InVerse and are called Vegas Heels.  While mainly building houses/prefabs, InVerse have a small variety of shapes/skins, clothing and shoes.  You wear the hud and can change colors on all different parts of the shoes.  I love them.

I took these pictures at the new Glam Affair sim.  Looks great and I can't wait to go check out all the new releases I believe are in store.  Roll on pay day.

SHOPPING:

HAIR: Trouble Clef in Milk from Analog Dog
SKIN: Ginevra skin in Pale by Izzies
TATTOO EYESHADOW: Brown from Ginevra Skin by Izzies
TATTOO LIP: Rust from Ginevra Skin by Izzies
EYES: Liquid Light Mesh Eye in True Grey by Mayfly
HANDS: By Slink
POLISH: Glitter Set 1 by Orc. Inc.
TOP: Alicia in Vanilla by Kunglers
SCARF: Sharmine Stole in Russet from Vogue
PANTS: Embroidered Jeans in Coffee from Bliss Couture
BAG: Studio Tote in Brown by Boom
SHOES: Vegas Heels from InVerse
BRACELET CAMERA LEFT: Thematic Zodiac Bracelet by Pixel Box
BRACELET CAMERA RIGHT: Indra Painted Stacked Bangles by Zaara
RINGS AND EARRINGS: Pompeii by Bliensen and MaiTai
LOCATION: The New Look Glam Affair

You Can Dance

Chalice went out to a house warming party today and danced away to the beautiful voice of Tamra Sands (aka in rl as Tamra Hayden) who also performs in SL.  It was great to get out among the residents for a change and it reminded me of how much fun I used to have when socializing was a top priority. 

Today I'm showing you the lovely necklace, earrings and bag from Glow Studio paired with a shirt from LeeZu.  The pics were taken at Brasil Maresias.

Stuff:

Hair: Sinning in Champagne by Bliss Couture
Skin: Kate-Verve in Champagne by the Skinnery (available at The Arcade)
Eyes: Liquid Light Eyes in True Grey by Mayfly
Top: Lulu Blouse in Cream by LeeZu
Pants: Deck Canvass Pants by Siss Boom (no longer open)
Shoes: Nikki Heels by Redgrave
Bag: Chains and Pearls Clutch by Glow Studio
Necklace and Earrings: Please Me by Glow Studio

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.

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.

Wanna Be In My Harum?

Take a look at these gorgeous pants from Celoe called 'Yasmine' in the Regal tone.  Harum cut to the ankles, I love the drape that Celoe is renowned for.  I paired them with Azoury Les Boots Miliana which Lady GaGa would heartily approve of.

I also adore this Celoe Clara Corset top in Gloom.   Fits like a doctor's glove and shows the girls off for all they're worth.  I particularly love the fact that it is pinched at the waist and slightly flares are the hips.  STUNNING.

I also adore this simple do from Bliss Couture called 'Sinning' in Champagne tone.  Simple but very effective and perfectly flatters the face.

I donned the Straw Tote bag in Black from mon tissu.  A great GREAT bag let me tell you.

The jewellery is from Eclectica called 'Nouveau Leaves' with a color/size change hud providing a plethora of combinations.  Gorgeous pieces from the incomparable Tiffy Vella, who's imagination knows no bounds.

Pics were taken at Water Reserve where you will find emm shop and scribbled hearts.

Here 'tis:
Skin: Linn in Light from Glam Affair
Eyes: Mint from Ikon
Tattoo Eyeshadow: Green Strong Kajal by LPD
Hair: Sinning in Champagne by Bliss Couture
Shoes: Les Boots Miliana by Azoury
Pants: Yasmine in Regal by Celoe
Corset Top: Clara Corset in Gloom by Celoe
Bag: Straw Tote Bag in Black from mon tissu
Jewelery: Nouveau Leaves by Eclectica

Bliss A-ddress.

Not all LBD's have to be clingy, flesh-baring little number's.  I found this edgy version with sculpted shoulders at Bliss Couture one day and loved the lines.  Called 'Zerbino', the material appears to be a heavy self-patterned, shuttle woven brocade.

Next thing I receive another of  MyStiCa Matova's new releases from Bizzare Hair and that was enough reason to style me up a storm using various hues of yellow and jet black as my theme..  The hair called 'QT' is a quirky little up do with wisp attachments that is essentially lots of little knots tied with ribbon...soooo cute.

I think one of the thrills of styling for my blog is starting off with one or two pieces and then off I go shopping, putting it together in my mind as I go.  The pants are Dade Slacks in Gold (mesh) from Celoe.  Loving those folds on the lower legs.

Another trip to LaGyo introduced me to the fabulous wicker bag, 'Lameus Pom' headdress, gold 'Fizz' earrings and the 'Be Careful' ring.  I do tend to go off in LaGyo.  The lovely necklace is called 'Respect' from Nemesis and my shoes are called 'Pietrasanta' from Similar Footwear. 

My Links:

Hair: QT in Platinum from Bizzare Hair.

Skin: Daphne from Glance Skins.

Freckle Tattoo: Daphne from Glance Skins. 

Eyeshadow Tattoo: X-Gen Lash/Liner in Yellow from Miamai. 

Eyes: Sunrise Eyes in Pale Gray by Ikon. 

Lashes: Double Wing Ultimate Lashes by Apple May Designs. 

Shoes: Pietrasanta in Yellow from Similar Footwear. 

Bag: Wicker Bag in Yellow from LaGyo.

Earrings: Fizz in Gold from LaGyo.

Ring: Be Careful ring from LaGyo.

Head piece: Lameus Pom by LaGyo. 

 Necklace: Respect by Nemesis. 

Bracelet: Pearl Rain by Mandala. 

Dress: Zerbino from Bliss Couture 

Pants: Dade Slacks in Gold by Celoe.

Nails: Pixel Mode..

To all those who have had lovers, partners, wives or husbands walk out on them without glancing back, lets YELL a collective  

'YOU STUPID IDIOT.  YOU'LL NEVER FIND ANYONE BETTER THAN ME'

Some Kind Of Bliss.

I remember when Amutey DeCuir was being interviewed on the Frolic Mills Show years ago and she struck me as a passionate, fun and charming person who certainly knew her stuff when it came to designing in SL.  Who hasn't graced the imposing entrance of Bliss Couture?  I for one recall racing over there straight after the show and fawned upon room after room of truly inspirational fashion and accessories.  My inventory once again needs to be spring cleaned because how could I have overlooked this fabulous dress I purchased a little while ago?  Styling inspiration came easy but color matching was a little more challenging.

Here I give you Bliss Couture's 'Sarahjane' dress in 'Sky'.  A delight to photograph and even more of a delight to wear.

Now this dress deserved something special to compliment the stunning depth of color and I thought the 'Miss Ocean' hat from BaObA would be just the thing.  Seriously if you haven't yet had the BaObA experience, go there now and marvel at the millinery of Petalos Clary.  I've always loved LoQ's 'Apple Pie' hair and didn't want to wear anything else for this outfit.  Fortunately for me it was modifiable.  I had it in my mind to shorten the length and used a transparent texture and edit linked in edit mode.  I love the way it came out.

Some 'Mermaid' earrings in 'Sky' from Label Mode was the only jewelery I felt necessary and added two lots of peacock tattoo shadow (see below) for extra intensity.  I wore Jardis V2 skin from Glam Affair and my much loved freckle tattoo from Glance Skins 'Daphne' range in addition to creating a new shape.

 It's no secret I'm a Similar Footwear fan and just adore these 'Ravenna' heels in 'Cyan'.  I don't think we've ever been more spoiled for choice with the range of quality footwear available throughout SL.  I'm wearing 'Criminal Tights' from Nemesis.  My god they do brilliant tights.  Oh and go check out the new range of Utopia eyes from Ikon (formally Fashism).  Designer Ikon Innovia is the Prince of Peepers.

If anyone has any land marks to great looking runway's that I could use for some pics, could you send me the LM's in-world?  Only if I'm allowed to use it mind...don't want to drop smack bang in the middle of some runway show and have my sorry ass ejected before my fabulousness even rezzes...lol

Down to business:

Hair:  Apple Pie (modified) by LoQ

Skin: Jadis V2 light by Glam Affair

Freckles Tattoo: Daphne skin range by Glance Skins

Eyeshadow Tattoo: Peacock eyeshadow (group gift) by LpD

Makeup Tattoo: la vie make up in blue by Label Mode

Hat: Miss Ocean by BaBoA

Dress: Sarahjane in Sky by Bliss Couture

Tights: Criminal Tights in White by Nemesis

Earrings: Mermaid in Sky by Label Mode

Shoes: Raveena in Cyan by Similar Footwear

Location: Invisible Cities - teleport around for a good look and play around with wind light.

I Let My Fur And Feathers Fly in Paris Metro.

When I think grand, decadent fashion in SL, Paris Metro immediately comes to mind and one walk around the cavernous shop is testament to this.  Here I'm wearing a stunning gown called 'Take Flight Red and Black Bird' that sells for $1500L but worth every cent if its impact you're after.

The vision of red and black birds can be seen in the overlay material and is replicated in the full length gloves that formalize the look for that special event.  RFB Morpork is a visionary creating big gowns to sweep all who gaze upon them off their feet.

I'm wearing K.I.A. shoes in Ruby from LeLutka that sell for $875L.  I'm very partial to these.

Now you might be forgiven for thinking this is merely dark hair.  It's far more quirky than hair, it is the 'Jandora Fur Hat' from Bliss Couture ($198L) worn with the 'Little Black Pillbox Hat' from Eclectica ($350L) that I re-colored in red tones. 

Hope you like my interpretation of the 'Take Flight Red and Black Bird' dress.

Other Stuff:

Skin: Fashion Monster Skin from Modern Gypsy (gifty skin).

Eyeliner: Tattoo Red Eyeshadow from Little Petites Details (free).

Eyeshadow: From Little Petites Details (free).

Eyes: Sunshine in Pale Steel Blue from Fashism ($150L)

Bag: From Muism (can't find it anymore)

Necklace: Timeless Knotted Necklace from Encore (store closed).

Location: Venexia.

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Alas, Chalice checks everyday to see if the Style Academy blog want to include

her.  Woe betide, it is never good news.  Maybe one day........

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Smarty Pants Times Two.

Hello Possums...here are my new favorite pants from SoManyStyles. OMG these are so smart and hang like a dream. I love the unusual waist and super gorgeous plaited belt. I'm so in love that I styled two looks using the one pair of pants. Irie Campese....you did a super brilliant job making these...thank you :-)   Oh and the jacket in the first look is also from SoManyStyles.  Fan-dab-idozie Irie.

I really love this fresh, crisp and casual summer look but these pants glam up too.

Hair and Base: Milky Blond Hair Base worn with #07 style hair attachment by LAQ.
Skin: Claudia2 Milky Glow skin by LAQ.
Eyes: Icy Eyes by WAP Designs.
Tattoo Lashes and Eye Make Up: Liquid Glaze by Boom.
Prim Lashes: Ultimate Wing Lashes by Apple May Designs.
Pants: Linen Pants in Grey by SoManyStyles.
Jacket: Boyfriends Blazar in White by SoManyStyles.
Top: My Milkshake Tied Top in Grey by Boom.
Hat: Ahoy Sailor Cap by Boom.
Shoes: Sharna Pumps by Nardcotix.
Bag:  Kamala Wicker Bag in White by CheerNo.
Earrings: White Dreams by Glow Studio.
Necklace: Black Swirl Sea Shell necklace by Indie Rose.
Bangle: Chunky Three Ring bangle by Indie Rose.
Glasses: Summer Rose Glasses by Indie Rose.

With the slinky top from Boom, some bling on the ears and a sexy hair accessory, Cha's expecting some attention.

Hair and Base: Milky Blond Hair Base worn with #07 style hair attachment by LAQ.
Skin: Claudia2 Milky Glow skin by LAQ.
Eyes: Icy Eyes by WAP Designs.
Tattoo Lashes and Eye Make Up: Liquid Glaze by Boom.
Prim Lashes: Ultimate Wing Lashes by Apple May Designs.
Pants: Linen Pants in Grey by SoManyStyles.
Top: Thrill Halter in Grey from Boom.
Bag: Navy Bag in Black by CheerNo.
Shoes: Sharna Pumps by Nardcotix.
Hat: Blake Hat in White by Bliss Couture.
Earrings: Riviere Diamond earrings from Eden Jewelery.

Arabian Nights In Bliss Couture

Have you taken a walk around Bliss Couture lately? Ms Amutey Decuir pumps out fabulousness at warp speed and I have seriously come to appreciate her amazing contribution to SL fashion. Room upon room, wall upon wall of quality, inspired fashion, delights the senses and it strikes me that one could not produce the volume of creative work if one didn't love what they do. I spied this Merlin Floral dress in the most striking red and being a lover of hibiscus, of which this dress reminds me, I had to have it.

Always trying to take an outfit away from the obvious, I wanted to introduce another color or element to the look and found these snakeskin tights in striking blue.

I then scoured the shops for accessories to match and found this gem of a bag at Armidi Gisaci. Some further snooping unearthed these blue bangles also from Armidi.

I'm imaging Chal as an undercover operative in some exotic location although this is not the outfit I'd wear if I were trying to blend in.

I remembered my Coutisane La Sauvage shoes in Ocean that Vixie Rayna kindly gave me as a present and thought....'perfect'. A little up do from Lamb, red lips from LeLutka and the Rita glasses from Mojoti were all that was needed to complete my look as an undercover spy. Evelyn Salt meet Chalice Carling.

Sorry for all the pics but I have to say this is my most favorite set to date and wanted a forum to show them off. Bad ain't I?

Skin: Estelle in Light tone (Make Up 7) from LeLutka
Hair: Ambrosia in Butter by Lamb
Glasses: Rita by Mojoti
Earrings: Stoned Love earrings from Shag
Dress: Merlin Floral dress in Red from Bliss Couture
Tights: Python tights in blue from Saya
Shoes: La Sauvage in Ocean by Coutisane
Bag: Porta Corsico bag in Grey/Blue from Armidi Gisaci
Bangles: Healing Koi bangles in Water from Armidi Gisaci

I'll Tie You Up In My Silk Scarf...Well Shawl Actually

After this shoot I had to be cut out of my shorts. Did you feel the earth move?  As you can clearly see, nothing comes between me and my hot pants.

Yesterday I visited Bliss Couture, the amazing store of designer Amutey DeCuir. It's a stunning space filled with clothing and accessories from the sublime to the divine. I dropped by to avail myself of a freebie and as usual, couldn't leave without buying an item. Look at this gorgeous accessory called the Shahtoosh Shawl in the color Ruby. Hangs like a dream girls.

I teamed it with some more new buys namely the sexy Copper Orange Hot Pants from Alb Fashion and the Orange Plaid top from Barcode which also becomes a Baby Doll style top when the prim is attached. I purchased the Orange Skinny Belt some time ago from Elate and have been eager to give it an airing.  I LOVE skinny belts.

I do apologize that I can't seem to take off my new Maitreya's but they go with everything so why bother haha. No I just need a few more days living in these gorgeous shoes before I pry them off. I have been known to sleep in new shoes RL to wear them in but that does play havoc with the water bed.

Chalice's Shopping List:
Skin: Eclat in Pale (Make Up 5) by LeLutka
Hair: Rumor in Sunflower by Posh
Tattoo Lashes: From Tattanooga
Eyes: Expressive Eyes by Nany Merlin
Earrings: Silver Hoop's from Paper Couture
Top: Baby Doll Plaid by Barcode
Hot Pants: Copper Orange Hot Pants by Alb Dream Fashion
Belt: Orange Skinny Belt by Elate
Shoes: Aequus by Maitreya Gold (Champagne color)
Clutch: Mini Gold Bag by Baiastice Freebie
Nails: Orange from Petit Ange