The Orange Ladybird.

You'll need to put on your shades for this look sweeties.  It's a bright fun look from Living Imagination called 'Sweet Rain' in Orange Ladybird.  I loved the coat that drapes long at the front but tapers up short at the back and covers the head to keep your hair dry.  I decided to pop on my group gift hat from C'est la vie called 'Pretty Big Fedora'.

I again visited EarthStones and purchased a necklace called 'Neisha' in Tigers Eye. 

I found this Vogue bag at Solidea Folies which can be worn on the arm or in the hand.

The star studded boots are from ShuShu called 'Trafo' and are amazing in their detail.

I just looked at the long range weather forecast and its not looking too good for my birthday party on Saturday.  Damn Melbourne weather.  Four seasons in one day is oh so true.

WHAT AND WEAR:

SKIN: Gem in Pearl tone by LeLutka
LASHES: From LeLutka
LIP TATTOO: Gem Lipsticks in Jaffa from LeLutka
EYES: Melanie Eyes in Light Blue (mesh) by Crash Republic
HANDS: By Slink
POLISH: Black Drama by A.S.S.
COAT: Sweet Rain in Orange Ladybird by Living Imagination
HAT: Pretty Big Fedora (group gift) by C'est la vie
BAG: About Women by Solidea Folies
SHOES: Trafo Boots by ShuShu
NECKLACE: Neisha in Tigers Eye by EarthStones
RING CAMERA RIGHT: Christian Ring by Le Primitif
RING CAMERA LEFT: Johanna Ring in Amber from EarthStones
LOCATION: The Pixel Bean Coffee House and Cafe

I Purr In La Fleur.

This post is a bit picture laden but only because I adore this dress that I found on Marketplace for $150L from La Fleur.  Simply called the 'Mesh Old Fashioned Dress Model 4', I fell for it hook, line and sinker and hoped that it would look as lovely on as it did in the picture.  It totally exceeded my expectations and taking a look at the offerings from La Fleur on Marketplace, know I have found a new favorite store.

Take a look at that stunning cut and pattern.  It screams sexy and reminds me that there are people out there making damned fine clothing at reasonable prices. I love the little sleeve, tight bodice escaping into a finely draped full skirt.

I'm loving the hair choice from Wasabi Pills called 'Tanya' in the color Seafoam.  I'm feeling very Brigitte Bardot.  A lot of thought has gone into this dress when you look at the chocolate striped edging on the skirt with the flower treatment peaking through.

I accessorized the shoes and bag in chocolate both by Faenzo.  The shoes are made to wear with the Slink Add-On feet so I was extra happy to buy them.  The bag is called 'Sookie' and has beautiful hardware.

Here's the outfit in its entirety and I'm thrilled with the result. I ain't taking this off today that's for sure.

COME SHOP WITH ME:

HAIR: Tanya in Seafoam by Wasabi Pills
SKIN: Lilith in Europa tone (make up # 3) by Glam Affair
FEET AND HANDS: By Slink
EYES: Vanity Eyes in Glen by IKON
POLISH: Metallic Nails by Izzies
MAKE UP TATTOO: Make up layer # 5 by Glam Affair
DRESS: Mesh Old Fashioned Dress Model 4 by La Fleur (Marketplace)
BAG: Sookie in Chocolate by Faenzo (Marketplace)
SHOES: Eleganza in Chocolate by Faenzo (Marketplace)
BRACELETS: Pink Bangles by C'est la vie
EARRINGS: Anaya Onyx Earrings by Zaara
RING: Ravesc Ring in Blush from Ravesc jewelllery set by Donna Flora
LOCATION: Hotel Del Coronado at San Diego City

Now Listen To Me Skin Makers.

Here in dear old Melbourne it's cold, raining and windy so its just as well I can virtually enjoy a summers day wearing a gorgeous floral summer dress to cheer me up.  This is another outfit from the label ASO aptly called 'Summer Dress' in flower pink.  There are a plethora of options available for every taste but girly me chose pink.  Bravo to designer Menieelee Gelles for this fabulous dress.

 
Its ever so pretty and I'm truly appreciating the ability of mesh to provide such realistic folds and drape.  The hair I chose is another from 'Hair Fair', this time from LeLutka called 'Alvina' shown with the pony tail option.  The necklace is a beauty from Malt and has color change options for the beads so I chose pink, green and white.  The bracelet on the left was a gift sent out to members of Pixel Box and on the right from C'est la vie.

The cute clutch I purchased on Marketplace from a store called Avale.  Beautifully made - just look at the leather folds which make it ever so realistic.

Here's another view of the bag.  I donned some cool white sunnies from Ison when the sun came out.

I purchased the fat pack of these shoes when Maitreya had their sale recently.  Just look at the work in them...those heels are so lovely and resemble snake skin which is an option with the shoes.  Called 'Shiki', I am so grateful that I could fat pack not feeling so guilty when the 50% sale was on.

Here's another really lovely sim I just discovered called 'Black Forest'.  I get such a buzz finding new places where clever people have created some kind of wonderful with amazing attention to detail.

ACHTUNG SKIN MAKERS:

Now I'm not a whinging whiny person by nature but I feel I must speak up on behalf of all lovers of SLINK hands and feet.  Why aren't more skin makers creating hand and feet skin appliers so we can all enjoy delightful digits rather than the crumby ugly ones on the stock standard avatar?  Please, PLEASE provide these in your store. I personally cannot imagine why you don't because I've reched the stage where I won't buy skins unless these are available.  I'm rubbish at manual matching and won't even try.  I'm sure I'm not alone in this so do us all a favor and get on board.

FOLLOW THE LINKS:

HAIR: Alvina in Marilyn tone by LeLutka
SKIN: Opera Chic in Light Rose tone by Essences
EYES: Utopia Eyes in Pale Grey by IKON
GLASSES:  Quinton Crystal Glasses in White by Ison
HANDS: By SLINK
NAILS: By Flair
DRESS: Summer Dress in Flower Pink by ASO
BAG: Kirke by Avale Fashion
SHOES: Shiki by Maitreya Gold
NECKLACE: Gilli Bead necklace by Malt
EARRINGS: Douce by Je Suis
BANGLE LEFT: Friendship Bracelet by Pixel Box (group gift)
BANGLE RIGHT: By C'est la vie
RINGS: Vito Pink rings by Donna Flora
LOCATION: Black Forest

Stairway To Somewhere.

I think Chalice is the picture of femininity which florals seems to bring out in women.  Subjective I know, but that's what I always think of when I see soft floral colors with flower adorned hair.

I found this dress on my travels at Leri Miles Designs and thought the color was eye catching and the epitome of all that is beautiful about spring.  Again, I scoured all my favorite haunts to find jewellery I was happy with.  I seriously labour with jewellery for some reason but I do find it important to feel right about the jewellery I pick.

 
I headed up the long stairway to see what was at the top and this was no mean feat in my new Gos Grace heels.

Half way up I stopped for a shot.  I love these bangles from C'est la vie that come in a set.  My bag is another color choice from the fat pack of Croire 'Chic Chain Clutches'.  I love the size of it and the hardware is delicate.

I'm wearing Diva hair called 'Diva 2' complete with flowers which was a 30,000 group member celebration gift that is still available at the store if you join the group.  I love the sweet 'Sakura' necklace from Bliensen and MaiTai.  After walking up all these stairs, let me tell you I was ready for a Mai Tai.

In closing, I need more Plurk friends so if you need another one, FRIEND ME?  To be honest, I can't work out how to find SL people to send a friend request...yes, I know, I'm challenged.

YEAH YEAH, THE CREDITS:

Hair: From Diva - 30,000 celebration group gift
Skin: Cleo in Europa (make up #2) from Glam Affair
Eyes: Deep Sky Mesh Eyes in London Fog Shadow color by Mayfly
Hands: Slink
Nails: From Flair
Dress: Talia Poppy from Leri Miles Designs
Bag: Chic Chain Clutch (Color 8) by Croire (on Marketplace)
Shoes: Grace Sandals in Pink by Gos
Bracelets: From C'est la vie
Rings: Anuttra Rings by Mandala
Necklace: Sakura Necklace by Bliensen and MaiTai
Earrings: Urvi Colored Earrings from Zaara
Location: Neva River