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

Official Hair Fair 2013 Photo Contest - Be In It To Win It.

Well it's coming up to that wonderful time of year when Hair Fair gets underway.  It will run from the 14th to the 29th of July and who can resist purchasing hair knowing 15% of all hair packs sold will be donated to the amazing cause, 'Wigs For Kids'.

To get into the swing of it, the Hair Fair organizers are running a photo contest from the 7th to the 28th of June.  The theme is 'Movies Inspire Me' and you are encouraged to be as creative as your juices allow.  Now to show off your amazing talents, simply join the 'Official Hair Fair 2013 Photo Contest' Flickr group, read the rules carefully and get snapping.

Winners will be announced just prior to the start of Hair Fair with all winners receiving a special VIP invitation to Hair Fair before it opens its doors to the public.  WOW...how great would that be? In addition, winning photos will also be featured at the Hair Fair.  First, Second and Third Prize winners will receive prizes from all stores listed.  Can you imagine all that hair???  You'll be literally rolling in it.  Seven runners up will also be given early access to Hair Fair 2013, as well as having their photos on display at the event. While this is all wonderful, lets not lose sight of what really underpins this amazing event....donations for 'Wigs For Kids' which allows children the opportunity to feel better about themselves and less alienated from their peers due to various medical issues that see them lose their hair.

I just wanted to style a bright, uplifting outfit with little hair, similar to what you might see from say, a cancer patient who's hair is slowly growing back to show that you don't have to have flowing tresses to look beautiful.

I watched my late mother lose her hair during chemotherapy for ovarian cancer and due to the simple fact that she fought it all the way, I never saw her look more beautiful than during that time she had little or no hair. 

Visit the official Hair Fair 2013 web site for more information.  As an entire community, lets ALL get behind Hair Fair 2013 and make it the best event ever.

Hair: Shaved Head (Chess pattern) by DeeTaleZ
Skin: Betty in Pale Tone (Skin # 4) by Belleza
Eyes: Liquid Light Mesh Eye in Dark Shadow by Mayfly
Dress: Ximena Dress by M and M
Leggings: Glow Leggings in Light Rose color by DeeTaleZ
Shoes: Waterlilly Collection (Roses Pack) by Eskimo Fashion
Hands: Slink
Nails: Flair
Earrings: Pompeii Circus design by Bliensen and MaiTai
Rings: Pompeii Circus design by Bliensen and MaiTai
Location: Inspiration Point

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

Two Skulls Are Better Than One....If You Need Book Ends That Is.

Hey man, I've got my groove on in Mesh Head again.  The fabulous Frances Cocarerra sent me this skull head corset complete with texture change hud for those days when you can't decide what color mood you're in.  Thanks so much.  I'm a Mesh Head fan girl because I can see the work that goes into the intricate details on each piece.  Like its not your average corset, this one has rings attached and realistic seams to name but a few features.

 
These jeans are also from Mesh Head.  Look at the fading, creases and belt...brilliant.

The great back pack is from Pixel Box.  Again, interesting details abound.

Not many words today.  When someone you love more than you love yourself leaves, the sadness is so deep you wonder if it will ever stop.  I'm trying to be brave but some days I don't want to be brave...I want to cry and feel the pain. 

WHERE'D SHE GET IT?

Hair base: Malaysian hair base by Eskimo Fashion
Hair: Claudia by LAQ
Skin: Margot Europa 2 by Glam Affair
Eyeshadow and Lipstick Tattoo: Green Glitter Exotic Eyes and Silver Lipstick by Noya
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Field by IKON
Top: Backless Skull Corset by Mesh Head
Jeans: Hippy Flared Jeans by Mesh Head
Bag: Backpack Angels Secrets by Pixel Box
Shoes: Fabric Platforms by Slink
Hands and Feet: By Slink
Necklace 1: Soul Necklace in Blue (Option 3) by Mandala
Necklace 2: Love Letters necklace by Bliensen and MaiTai
Bracelets: Sea Bangle Set by FuLu
Ring: Black Heart Ring by SAKIDE
Ear Plugs: Day Of The Dead Plugs by Zombie Suicide

CICA - Forever Fashion.

For weeks I've been wanting to present Cica Ghost's label 'CICA' to you.  The outfits speak for themselves.  The collection, being predominantly black, makes a huge visual impact and without doubt,  are wearable works of art.  Readers I am so pleased to present you CICA.

"Dark Feathers" by CICA

"Every Day" by CICA

"Romance" by CICA

I just want to make mention of the necklace I'm wearing above from Pixel Box.  You can place your own pictures in the lockets as I have done.....that's what I call personalising your jewellery.

There are SO many fabulous outfits designed by Cica Ghost that choosing only 3 was a hell of a task but believe me, you won't be disappointed if you've not yet had the privilege of visiting her store.

Please click the pics for more detail.

DARK FEATHERS:

Hair base: Malaysian Lace Front hair base in black by Eskimo Fashions
Skin: Amberly Petal Edition Skin (Sugar) by Glam Affair
Eyes: Vanity Eyes in Glen color by IKON
Outfit including hat, gloves and tights: Dark Feather's by CICA
Boots: Pretender Platforms in Lime color by Ladies Who Lunch
Earrings: Plastic Earrings in Lime by Plus (designer Helena Compton) - unsure if she is selling in SL
Scarf: The Very Long Winter Scarf in Pine/Black by Zeery
Ring: Elenween ring by Manna

EVERY DAY:

Hair base: Malaysian Lace Front hair base in black by Eskimo Fashions
Skin: Amberly Petal Edition Skin (Rei) by Glam Affair
Eyes: Vanity Eyes in Clarity color by IKON
Hands: Slink
Nails:  Slink Avatar Enhancement Nails (Glitter Set) by Orc
Outfit including hat, top and tights: Every Day by CICA
Scarf: Afghan Stole (color change menu) shown in black by Sey
Shoes: Black Patent Ankle Boots by Kunglers
Bag: Bitch Clutch by Pure Poison
Earrings: Clown Set by Glow Studio
Rings: Anuttra Rings from Mandala

ROMANCE:

Hair base: Malaysian Lace Front hair base in black by Eskimo Fashions
Skin: Amberly Petal Edition Skin (Teary) by Glam Affair
Eyes: Vanity Eyes in Glass color by IKON
Lashes: By Tameless Hair
Hands: Slink
Nails:  Slink Avatar Enhancement Nails (Glitter Set) by Orc 
Outfit including hat, top and tights: Romance by CICA
Boots: Troopa Boots in Soldier Black by Ladies Who Lunch
Earrings and Necklace: Steampunk Open Secrets by Pixel Box
Bracelet: Rock Leather Stud Bracelet in Black/Silver by Pure Poison

Life's A Beach And Then You Fly...Because You Outstayed Your Welcome.

When I saw this gorgeous top and lacy shorts made by Leri Miles Designs the other day at The Garage Designer Fair 2013, the soft lemon tones called to me LOUDLY.  I thought they would work well together and grabbed them.  I do love yellow hue's as they make me happy and this whole outfit is one big smile for me.  The earrings are from Eskimo Fashions and are actually peacock feathers but I thought they looked like fish bones.  I remembered seeing them there and given I chose a beach location, thought 'go on, get them'.

The off the shoulder top is hemmed with a polka dotted material featuring a cute bow made up of blues, reds, greens and browns which gives you license to accent those colors in your accessories although I remained with different tones of lemon.  The lace shorts are so feminine in my opinion...sexy, sexy lace.

Now this is the sad part...the sheer hose and bag I purchased in separate fat packs just before Emily Kaestner closed her in-world shop Croire; however, here's the link to her Marketplace store.  The bag is so dainty and the other colors in the fat pack are equally endearing.

Now the shoes I purchased from GOS.  Called 'Ursula Wedges', they are sublime and close up you really get to appreciate the work all those little shoe makers do.  I imagine them all lined up in a row being beaten by Gospel Voom screaming 'work faster'.  Only joking, I'm sure he only gently reprimands them if the production line slows up a little.  Seriously, I know I wax lyrical about lots of things and I'm genuine when I do it, but I did let out an audible OMG when I cammed in close.

In the background, I can't work out if it's a kind of Christmas decoration for fishermen or the floats on fishing nets but they're mighty fancy balls.  This was shot at Salt Water, a really brilliant location for picture taking and relaxing at the sea side.  I spent exactly two hours laying on a hammock type thing that sits out over the water listening to the tunes and waves.  I think I spied other people waiting for a turn but first in, first served, even if I did out stay my welcome.

Oh gawd, the bill just came in....they charge by the minute for use of the lounging equipment.  Aww just tricking ya.

CREDIT WHERE CREDITS DUE:

Hair: Moira in White by Tameless Hair
Skin: Margot in Europa tone #1 by Glam Affair (including Skin Appliers for Slink Hands)
Eye Shadow: Golden eyeshadow (was a group gift) by Little Petits Details
Liner: Gogo Add On Dark Eyes by DeeTaleZ
Lashes: Lashes #28 from Tameless Hair
Eyes: Vanity Eyes in Glen color by IKON
Top: Wanda Mesh Blouse in Polka Dots Lemon by Leri Miles Designs purchased at The Garage Designer Fair 2013
Shorts: Piper Shorts in Lemon by Leri Miles Designs purchased at The Garage Designer Fair 2013
Tights: Sheer Pattern Leggings by Croire
Hands: Slink
Nails: By Flair
Bag: Chic Chain Clutch in Gold by Croire
Shoes: Ursula Wedges in Gold by Gos
Earrings: BeDazzled Peacock earrings in Orange by Eskimo Fashion
Rings:  The Little Prince Elephant Rings by MiWardrobe
Bracelet: Paisley Bangle from the Lemon Bangle Set by Fulo Jewellery