Nya's Made A Beautiful Outfit In The Name 'Donna Flora'.

When I went to fabulous Nya's shop the other day, I was drawn to this outfit as you walk in the doors.  When I discovered it was called 'Donna Flora', well that made it even more special.  I still think of her.  The image of her on video singing 'Wonderful World' is ingrained on my memory knowing that her lovely face and voice has left this physical world.  But as we all know, her legacy lives on in our minds and in our inventories.  I thought what a lovely thing to do, create a beautiful outfit in her name.

Contained in the folder is the top, belt, skirt and shoes.  All amazing pieces in their own right.  I chose the orange colored outfit because this color symbolizes happiness to me.

I hunted high and low for an orange bag that would be the best match for this outfit and after TP'ing for an hour, did a check on Marketplace and found it at the Vendetta store on Marketplace.  The strings of color change pearls are from Maxi Gossamer.  The hair is Diva's contribution to Collabor88, a lovely curly wurly do in the color Moonstone.

The wedge sandals that come with the dress are so lovely.  All in all, I am so happy to wear this outfit knowing that the inspiration for it was one and only Donna Flora.  Such a beautiful person is surely up in heaven dressing those with no style :-) 

SHOPS:

HAIR: Tina in Moonstone by Diva available at Collabor88
SKIN: Ginevra skin in Pale tone by Izzies
EYES: Deep Skye Mesh Eye in London Fog by Mayfly
LIP TATTOO: Orange Lipstick for Ginevra skin by Izzies
EYESHADOW TATTOO: Coral eyeshadow for Ginevra skin by Izzies
HANDS: By Slink
POLISH: By Flair
SKIRT, BELT, TOP AND SHOES: Donna Flor by Nya's
BAG: Ivanca Bag in Orange from Vendetta @ Marketplace
NECKLACE: Pearls from Maxi Gossamer @ Marketplace
BRACELET CAMERA LEFT AND WATCH CAMERA RIGHT: Asia Watch and Bracelets from Gizza
EARRINGS: Ayelet Earrings in Gold and Orange from Finesmith Designs
RINGS: Angelica's Ankh Of Power from Maxi Gossamer @ Marketplace available at Collabor88
LOCATION: Tagus

GREED From 7 Deadly Skins To Be Released 13 September..

GREED! One of the 7 Deadly Sins darlings but we won't think you greedy for wanting it.  Due for release on the 13th of September, skin designer Izara Zuta has created the fifth skin in her range having previously produced Envy, Sloth, Lust and Vanity.  What you get are 12 differing body types and several tattoo make ups for variety.  Also available to purchase are Tango Tit, Slink feet and hand appliers...YAY.  I've chosen to wear Tone 1, obviously the lightest skin tone with three different make up looks.  You may notice I'm wearing the freckled skin which is not overdone and subtle.

There's nothing as exciting as a new skin release so ready, set, go you gorgeous little skin whores.

HAIR: Lili in Moonstone by Diva
SKIN:  Greed (new release) from 7 Deadly Skins
EYES: Acute Eyes in Blue from Crash Republic
HANDS: By Slink
DRESS: Paula Babydoll Dress made by Aleida Rhode
EARRINGS: Curiosity Basia Earrings by FuLo
BRACELETS:  Danielle Cuffs in Silver by Pure Poison
RING: Ketama Ring by Maxi Gossamer on Marketplace

I'm So Transparent.

Check out this fabulous see through top sent to me by ASO.  It comes in grey, green, moss, yellow, pink and white.  For modesty's sake I popped on a little cami top from Bliss.  I purchased a heap of T's and cami's that aren't mesh from Bliss to wear under mesh garments.

I'm wearing another hair from Diva called Mana.  As I've said before, I'm in love with this hair and went back to the store to buy more. 

I chose these harem pants from Little Petits Details and wore them in the transparent option.  Would you believe there are 6 people in these pants?  lol

For a little color I added the necklace from Glow Studio and earrings from Eskimo Fashion.

I have to say I love this fresh clean look and the ASO top is fabulous.  It really does resemble a light lace top that sits just off the body for that realistic look that only mesh can provide.

I'm so pleased that I persevered at the Belleza gacha machine and obtained nearly all the Leila skins available.  It's about time Cha moved away from only pale skins and I asked Felicity Blumenthal from Belleza which skin tones belonged to which numbers.  She kindly responded and I went and purchased all of the Slink hand and feet appliers corresponding to the skins I purchased.  I look forward to the day, if it ever comes, where all skin makers provide the appliers with every skin purchase.

SL was being mean tonight and I could only log in to Cyclops and then when I tried to get the links for this post, some area's were unavailable on the map so if any of the links below don't work, yell at SL. 

THE LINKS OF THE LOOK:

HAIR: Mana in Red Amber by Diva
SKIN: Leila Arcade skin in Tan (#13) by Belleza (purchased at The Arcade)
EYES: Sunrise Eyes in Pale Mint by IKON
HANDS AND FEET: By Slink
POLISH: By Flair
TOP: No Idea Autumn Knit by ASO
CAMI: Everly Tank by Bliss Couture
PANTS: Whisper Pants by Little Petits Details
SHOES: Glitter Peeptoes in Antique Silver by Slink
BAG: Sway Handbag in Silver by Septem Essentials
HAIR FLOWER: Triste by Natural
NECKLACE: Grape Brilette necklace by Glow Studio
EARRINGS: BeDazzled Peacock earrings in Orange by Eskimo Fashion
RING CAMERA RIGHT: Voyante Gemstone Ring by Je Suis
RING CAMERA LEFT: The Little Prince Elephant Ring by MiWardrobe
LOCATION: Gulf Of Lune

Softly Does It.

G'day darlings.  Just before I completed this post I went to the American Cancer Society's memorial gardens in SL to place a candle and lay some flowers for Squinternet.  I'm ashamed to say I didn't know it existed but what a wonderful place to remember those who have departed this world and SL.  So many faces lined the walls but how lovely that one can visit them to reminisce.

Today I've put together a soft casual look in beige and coral tones.  I actually purchased the pants a little while ago from NuDoLu and kept them aside to blog when I found a top that I liked.  I found it at Collabor88 as ur.favorite.one's contribution called 'Steal My Boyfriend's Shirt'.

I remembered my recent purchase of this bag from Zenith and thought it would work well.  I'm loving these bangles from Je Suis called 'Vintage Bangles' and they're color change to boot.

I love these unique pants called 'Pantalon antique de mamie' in Beige.

The shoes are from Faenzo called 'Eleganza' and are designed to wear with Slink Womens Medium Rigged Barefeet (the tippy toe ones).  Aren't they gorgeous?  You can find Faenzo's products on Marketplace.

Well I had an early winner for my Cha's Flash Fash Cash Comp who identified herself and kindly asked me to donate the $1000L prize money to a charity.  I chose The People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) where you can donate at Gos shoes.  Thank you so much AnneJoy, that was lovely of you.  Stay tuned for another round real soon.

SHOPPING:

HAIR: Tomoko 2 in Moonstone from Diva
SKIN: Lucilla in Yoghurt from Al Vulo (purchased from Stalkerazzi)
EYES: Deep Sky Mesh Eye in Twilight Sea from Mayfly
HANDS AND FEET: By Slink
POLISH: Cream by Orc Inc.
TOP: Steal My Boyfriend's Shirt in Coral by ur.favorite.one (purchased at Collabor88)
PANTS: Pantalon antique de mamie in Beige by NuDoLu
SHOES: Eleganza in Tan/White from Faenzo on Marketplace
BAG: Marci Mini Leather Shoulder Bag by Zenith
BANGLES: Vintage by Je Suis
RING CAMERA RIGHT: Elenween Ring by Manna
RING CAMERA LEFT: Vito Ring by Donna Flora
EARRINGS: Pearl Stone Earrings in Beige by Zenith

Make Mine A Flirtini Please.

Today I've got a cute casual outfit and I've been dying to blog these fantastic jeans from [JP]:dsg for ages.  One of the best pair of jeans I've found in SL because of the smart details such as mobile phone, keys and handkerchief poking out of the back pocket.  Don't you love it when designers go the extra mile and strive for realism?  I know I appreciate it.

I have a love affair with Diva hair.  Its the realistic wispy windswept look of many of their styles that capture my attention.  This style is 'Sayaka 3' in Moonstone.

I wearing the 'Steampunk Open Secrets' necklace and earrings from Pixel Box.  I love it because you can put your photo in the locket and really personalize it.

 
The top is called 'Flirtini' from Mon Cheri.  I like the fact that while it's cropped, my boobs aren't visible.  I must admit, I don't like that look at all.  Its like the dress maker ran out of material lol.

Now tell me these aren't great looking jeans?  You can change the colors of the accessories or wear them dirty or clean.  I chose dirty cause Chalice doesn't wash...she throws out her clothes after she wears them.

The bangles and watch are from 7891 called 'Aurbierre'.  Its a really chunky over sized set of jewellery that looks great.

This is the 'Garbo Clutch' from Little Petits Details.  God they made great bags. 

I wonder if other bloggers experience my dilemma?  While I love to go shop at all the big events, I tend to stay away because I know by the time I blog the items, other bloggers will have beat me to it and the feeds will be full of the same stuff.  I really strive to feature items I find on my travels that perhaps haven't been blogged, yet I always feel I'm missing out on some fabulous fashion.  I guess you can't be everywhere and do everything eh?

I notice that the 32 official Miss Virtual World candidates have been named for 2014.  Good luck girls because you're going to need it.  It's a marathon undertaking but well worth the experience.  May I be so bold as to say "GO MISS AUSTRALIA"?    I notice that Miss Averil Resident (Miss USA) is chronicling her journey of Miss Virtual World on her blog 'The Lovely World Of SL Modeling', so you might be interested to get the perspective of what it takes from someone in the competition.

WHERE:

HAIR: Sayaka 3 in Moonstone by Diva
SKIN: Leila (Rare #3) in Pale by Belleza (Available at The Arcade)
HANDS: By Slink
POLISH: By Flair
EYES: Acute Mesh Eyes in Blue from Crash Republic
TOP: Flirtini by Mon Cherie
JEANS: Superior Jeans from [JP]:dsg  
SHOES: Angelina Peeptoe in Black Python by Gos
BAG: Garbo Clutch by Little Petits Details
BRACELET AND WATCH CAMERA RIGHT: Aurbierre Watch Set by 7891 on Marketplace
BRACELET CAMERA LEFT: Pearl Rain Bracelet in Onyx by Mandala
RING: I'm Your Present Red Ring by Glow Studio
NECKLACE AND EARRINGS: Steampunk Open Secret by Pixel Box
LOCATION: San Diego City

Champagne Chalice.

Oh I do love it when I receive a gown from Sascha's Designs.  I always know before I open the box it is going to be stunning.  This 'Natalya' dress is certainly no exception.  It is definitely one of my favorites.  I chose to show the red because it is so rich of color and eye catching.

Look at that amazing pattern which shimmers in the light.  I'm wearing it with the shoulder piece and frilled bodice.

Now that is what I call a gown.  All I need now is a partner to go to the ball.  Any takers?

LINKS FOR YOU:

HAIR: Giz in Garnet from Diva (purchased at The Arcade)
EYES: Deep Sky Mesh Eyes in Deepening Spring by Mayfly
SKIN: Leila in Sunkissed by Belleza (purchased at The Arcade)
HANDS: By Slink
POLISH: By Flair
DRESS: Natalya in Red by Sascha's Designs
NECKLACE: Abihail necklace from Celoe
EARRINGS: Jiroha in Gold by Mandala
BRACELETS: San Remo Hammered Metals by Maxi Gossamer (Marketplace)

50 Shades Of Purple.

I found this gorgeous lavender top at Zaara the other day and loved the cut of it.  With a deep V neck and cinched at the waist, I couldn't resist.  Off I went to find me something to wear with it and found myself again at Molichino where I spotted these pants.

Mesh pants are great and I love that they do away with that horrible crease in the crotch area that used to be a problem with pants and shorts.

 
The colored bracelets are also from Zaara and I paired them with the Tefutefu jewellery set from Mandala.  I'm in my Tri Colored Heels (again) and after purchasing the fat pack, will always have a pair of shoes for any color or occasion.  The clutch is Le Primitif and adds even more color. 

WHERE?

HAIR: Asami in Moonstone from Diva
SKIN: Doll in Porcelain by Pink Fuel
LIP GLOSS: From Cleo skin - glossy lips by Glam Affair
FRECKLE TATTOO: From Cleo skin by Glam Affair
EYE SHADOW: la vie make up in Berry from Label Mode (only at Marketplace)
LASHES: Love My Eyes Liner and Mascara from Boom
EYES: Sunrise Eyes in Pale Violet from IKON
HANDS AND FEET: By Skink
TOP: Ashima Blouse in Lavender by Zaara
PANTS: Giffy Pants by Molichino
SHOES: Tri Colored Wedges by Slink
BAG: Bow Clutch in Floral Plum from Le Primitif
NECKLACE AND EARRINGS: Tegutegu Jewellery Set in Rainbow by Mandala
RING CAMERA LEFT: From Gloria Set by Donna Flora
RING CAMERA RIGHT: Square Ruby Ring by Donna Flora
LOCATION: Small Town Green

Summer Lovin'

I know I've seen this outfit blogged before but to me, it deserves special recognition because I think its utterly fabulous and was sent to me by designer Magritta from Mags (loves) B.  She actually uses the sideways (V) and (3) to make a heart, but for some reason when I do this, it sends the rest of my typing into HTML so just imagine the name...I've given the link however.


What you receive with each purchase of your color choice is the bikini top, shorts, sandals, bag and sunglasses.  The colors are rust, purple and emerald.  They are just so sweet and I adore the Aztec design.

Here is the outfit shown in its completeness but thought I'd capture the three of them to show you the beautiful colors.

'RUST'

'EMERALD'

'PURPLE'

This is beachwear at it's best and I for one can't wait to go shopping at Magritta's store, whether inworld or at the Marketplace.

Rust:
Hair is from a new shop to me called [JP]dsg.

Emerald:
Hair is from Diva.

Purple:
Hair is from Magika.

Skin used is all pics is Cleo from Glam Affair.  
Location: Salt Water

You're So Cheeky.

Its not always in SL that tight shorts work well with the body but I found these mesh leather Ani Hotpants at Ducknipple and just loved the studs, ring and zipper.  I mean if your zip breaks in these, you're in trouble although Cha would be ok because she vajazzle's.

I didn't know quite where I was going with the look until I found this freebie group gift lace poncho at Boudoir.  It was originally a cream color but I changed the color to black.

Another freebie group gift were the Pony Girl Boots also from Boudoir.  See my horse shoe?  I felt the need for protection, so popped on the gun and holster from the 'Lost Ourselves' outfit by Envious.

The ripped socks are from DeeTaleZ.  Now remember I've already said they do great tights, stockings and socks.

The hair is a combination of a hair base called Malaysian Lace Cap from Eskimo Fashions and a hair from Diva called Miu.  I think they work well together, especially from the back.

I'm also wearing my favorite ever gloves from Celoe and the Snake Skin Clutch from Cherry.  The cross earrings are new in at Mandala called Ero Sensei.

So if you see me out and about in this outfit, please don't yank the chain on my shorts because god knows what you'll see.

CREDITS:

Hair: Miu in Onyx by Diva
Hair Base: Malaysian Lace Front Cap by Eskimo Fashion
Skin: Zara in Europa tone #12 by Glam Affair
Eyes: Deep Sky Mesh Eyes in Deepening Spring color by MayFly
Poncho: Poncho by Boudoir (group gift)
Shorts: Ani Hotpants by Ducknipple
Gun and holster: Taken from 'Lost Ourselves' outfit from Envious
Stockings: Black Nylon Socks (Damaged) by DeeTaleZ
Shoes: Pony Girl Boots by Boudoir (group gift)
Bag: Sage Snake Skin Clutch by Cherry
Earrings: Ero Sensei by Mandala
Gloves: Mery Gloves by Celoe

I Think You're Full Of Shit.

Don't worry about some of my blog titles...they're often directed at my ex and how I feel about him at any given time particularly when I'm listening to my IPod music while blogging.  LOL

I jinxed myself.  After mentioning my biggest ever number of blog hits in my last post, yesterday was the lowest.  Fuck blog hits...I do this for my own amusement anyway so who cares.  OK I do a little bit but I'm going to shut up about it now.  Shhhh Chalice.

Today I'm featuring a dress I'd had my eye on at Manna.  In a way, its not usually the kind of dress that I wear but there was definitely something about it that captured my imagination.  Its attention to detail and colors are so lovely that I grabbed it yesterday and had a lot of fun styling the look.  It wasn't all that easy because the pinkish tones in the dress are quite unusual so a bit of TP'ing was required to accessorize but I love the result.

 
As you can see the details are unusual and the designer certainly wasn't afraid to play with color and texture.  I love the Mini Bucket Bag from Zenith and the pinky colored hair from Diva that give it extra pop.  I absolutely love the Zenith label to bits.

I used the color tones of the under top for the stockings which I purchased from Riddle.  I love the way they sell them in color sets of 5.  These are from the aqua collection.  Now the shoes were a bit of a find after visiting quite a few shops trying my hardest to obtain a good match.  I found them at Bliesen and MaiTai called Fandango.  LOVE THEM.

So to finish.  Thank you Ms Manna Yoshikawa for creating such a fabulous dress that totally won me over in the end.  You're quality all the way.

I think I may have mentioned not long back that I purchased a fantastic 29" computer screen which makes SL look so much bigger and better.  Well I had a full set of Altec Lansing speakers that I hadn't connected (actually read: couldn't).  My computer guy came over and plugged them in and set them up properly.  Then I purchased a top set of earphones so now I can click whether I want my speakers (for day time...blaring) or my headphones on (night time...blaring).  Computer time has become such fun and I really, literally tune out.

MEH STYLE:

Hair:  Norma in Ruby (Halloween Gift 2012 - still available) with bat wings removed by Diva
Skin: Cleo in Europa tone (make up #6) by Glam Affair
Eyes: Vanity Eyes in Platinum color by IKON
Hands: Slink
Nails: Flair
Dress which includes belt and under top: Fleur de Sakura by Manna
Tights: Cozy Tights in Aqua's by Riddle
Bag: Mini Bucket Bag (Tribal Pattern) by Zenith Fashion
Shoes: Fandango by Bliensen and MaiTai
Rings: Pompeii by Bliensen and MaiTai
Necklace: Vintage Clock by Oh La La Fashion Boutique
Earrings: Phosphorus Club Hoops in Pink by Illusory and Aura

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

Stand4Love.

Now this is a cause I'm very passionate about because in the deepest recesses of my soul I believe that the GLTB community should have all the rights that are afforded the 'straight' community.  Because I couldn't express the importance of this issue any better than the organizers of the campaign currently occurring in SL, I have taken an excerpt from their blog to explain.

"Each one of us has the right to liberty, justice and the pursuit of happiness. Everyone has the right to love and be loved in return. GAY, LESBIAN, STRAIGHT, TRANSGENDERED or BISEXUAL…..Sexual Orientation or Race shouldn’t Matter. The FREEDOM to LOVE is fundamental as the FREEDOM to BREATHE. Two adults should have the right to love without discrimination and intolerance. Marriage should be available to any loving couple. Let’s end hatred and discrimination now. Stand UP and be counted!!!

STAND 4 LOVE is an awareness charity project to promote the visibility and rights of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Straight loving couples to have the right to marry and be recognized by the law across the world. It will be a picture campaign in Second Life to spread awareness and promote equality and tolerance. Each participant will take a picture of themselves in a plain white or black background then add the Stand4Love Logo. They will then put their message of support as well as their SL name and/or Title/Business (Optional) in the picture.  All pictures received will be published here in this blog. It will also be promoted in Stand4Love Facebook page and Flickr group. We will be opening a gallery inworld to display your picture entries for a month. Please Join us."

Here is the link to the Stand4Love Blog and I hope you all participate.

My entry.

Poncho and Pants by Little Petits Details
Shoes by Slink
Hair by Diva
Skin by Glam Affair

C'est la vie...Whatever Will Be Will Be

C'est la vie has just released a new ribbon belt skirt and I felt compelled to drop everything and create a style around the skirt.  Available in 6 delightful colors and patterns, the ultra feminine 'budding pink' was my choice.  I also found the soft pink scarf upstairs at C'est la vie and was happy to have purchased it because I love the match.

Now if I'd put down my tub of Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream, this whole process would have been much quicker but you see, I've just discovered it and can't believe you American's have hidden this from me until just recently.  I was a bit pouty tonight when I got to the shop that sells it and found my favorite peanut butter one was out of stock but settled on Phish Food instead.  But I digress....no actually, I've put it back in the freezer.

It's a lovely, lovely skirt and I did a bit of traveling around to style it. My limo driver made a few bucks tonight!

I found the bag at Little Petits Details called 'Geena' and I think its a sympathetic match to the skirt.  That shop really makes my jaw drop when I walk around.  It's almost too perfect and I mean that in a good way.

I found the pintuck T and Carnation Flats at Tram.  I knew I could count on them for finishing off the look.  The little flats are just so decorative with little carnation flowers on the front and back of the shoes.

I took these pics at {what's next}.  Is there a truly sweeter place than that sim?  There's just beauty at every turn and an abundance of photo opportunities.  I actually stayed there for ages because they have such peaceful music streaming I was nearly asleep.

I often wonder how many non-bloggers utilize the feeds and I hope its a lot of Second Lifer's.  I want to send out a warning to anyone, particularly new people to SL who may be shopping for shapes.  DO NOT, I REPEAT DO NOT shop at Ramonzita & Catastrophies INC (allegedly aka MissFedorova in SL) on Marketplace.  By her/his own admission, they are copybotted from known models in SL. Boycott the copybot at all costs.  Apart from the fact the unit is loony, racist, ageist, sexist and any other 'ist you can imagine, handing over a cent to this person is WRONG, WRONG, WRONG because someone else's hard work went into creating their SL visual identity and wacko here is trying to benefit from it.  I wanted to make mention of this because its wrong to assume that everyone knows the story behind this individual and may just stumble across these shapes on Marketplace without knowing the history. 

WHAT AND WHERE:

Hair: Miu (Type B) in Moon Stone by Diva
Skin: Margot Europa #4 by Glam Affair
Eyes: Vanity Eyes in Clarity by IKON
Lashes: By Tameless Hair
Hands: Slink
Nails: Flair
Top: Pintuck T in Rose by Tram
Skirt (includes ribbon belt): Ribbon Belt Skirt in Budding Pink by C'est la vie
Bag: Geena bag by Little Petits Details
Shoes: Carnation Flats in Pink by Tram
Scarf: Fur Muffler in Pink by C'est la vie
Earrings: Studio Please Me by Glow Studio
Ring: Melt My Heart in White by Auxiliary
Bracelets: Pink Bangles from C'est la vie
Location: {what's next}