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

Pretty Is As Pretty Does.

I really do love pretty and I'm a sucker for floral muted tones especially if I spy a flower or two as accessories in the package.  This gorgeous top I purchased from the Love Donna Flora Event and is made by Gizza perfectly titled 'Romantic Rendez-Vous. While unfortunately there was no rendezvousing taking place, I took ME on a date and I have to admit I'm expensive.  The top comes with hair and waist flower and delightful beads of cream, dusty pink and sage.

Never being one to be constrained by fashion rules, I chose these 'India' jeans by ALB while bold in their own right, do reflect many of the tones contained in the top.

I couldn't wait to bust out my new bag from Alexandra Sautereau Collection Utility called 'The Ashbury'.  I love the colored leather look fringe and unusual material.

Zaara is currently having a 50% sale and I took advantage of it to purchase these 'Atiriya' stone bracelets.

Standing at the dock on the bay, I'm feeling pleased to have found another location for pics.  This time its Annwn Willows.

My inventory is in such a mess at the moment and I get so annoyed with myself when I purchase things to wear together and then forget where and what they are. Too much clicking and not enough sorting straight away is where I go wrong.  I need a personal assistant...NO...I need a cleaning lady. lol

LET'S GO SHOPPING:

HAIR: Carrie in Light Blond with Roots by Truth
SKIN: Margot in Europa tone (make up # 2) by Glam Affair
EYES: Deep Sky Mesh Eyes in Deepening Spring by Mayfly
HANDS AND FEET: By Slink
POLISH: By Flair
TOP INCLUDING FLOWERS AND BEADS: Rendez-Vous by Gizza
JEANS: India Jeans by ALB
BAG: The Ashbury by Alexandra Sautereau Collection Utility
SHOES: Lulu Add-on shoes in Beige by Slink
RING: Elenween Ring by Manna
EARRINGS: Violetta by Donna Flora
BRACELETS: Atiriya Stone Bracelets by Zaara

Stunned Mullet.

Today I tip my free Summer Hat from Dollle hoping you are all well and safe.

I've put together an outfit that started when I purchased this 'Mullet Top' in Salmon from Auxiliary.  To be honest, while I loved the top and the minty Aztec lining, it took me ages to think how to style it.  I thought I would use the lining in the top as my inspiration for the pants so went a hunting looking for just the right cut and hue.  I knew that mesh pants would probably not work because they might poke through but found these non-mesh pants with prim bell bottoms at Mimikri called 'Felice' in the color camouflage.  I raced home to try them on and it was then I knew I had my outfit.  The pants are ever so smart and tailored.

I had a blast accessorizing this one which is probably my favorite thing to do once the basics are assembled.  I hung loose at Je Suis and purchased the Asymetrique bangles and earrings in the brown tones.  My necklace was a new purchase from Malt called 'Fashion Gilli Bead Necklace'.

I have to say my purchase of the fat pack of the Chic Chain Clutch from Croire has been one of my most used items.  You can purchase them at the Croire store on Marketplace.  The colors and designs in the fat pack are so varied and unusual, I just can't go past them in many of my SLooks.  The shoes from Kungler's have also had a few encores such is the unusual color that you don't see around everyday...they are a great accent with tangerine and salmon colored clothing.

This hair base and attachment pony tail are from LAQ.  They are oldies but most definitely goodies and to be absolutely honest, think the blond base is the most realistic I've ever seen by far as are the attachments.  So while I love to go shopping for new hair often, my LAQ hair that I purchased quite some time ago remains my favorite.

So here's the look from hat to heel.  Yes, I managed to dodge any bird poo during the shooting of this post.  Not sure if that's good or bad luck.

AND THE LM'S:

Hair base and pony tail attachment: Milky Blond hair base and HB #7 attachment from LAQ
Skin: Cleo in Europa tone (make up #1) from Glam Affair which includes freckles and gloss lip.
Eyeshadow Tattoo: Eyeshadow gift from Little Petits Details
Eyeliner Tattoo: Strong Black Kajal by Little Petits Details
Eyes: Acute Mesh Eyes in Blue by Crash Republic
Hands: Slink
Nails: Rich Colors Avatar Enhancement Nails by Orc. Inc.
Top: Mullet Top in Salmon color by Auxiliary
Pants: Felice Leather Pants (non mesh with prim leg attachments) in Camouflage by Mimikri
Hat: Summer Sun Hat (Gift) from Dollle
Shoes: Morgana Pumps in Coral color by Kunglers
Bag: Chic Chain Clutch (#2) by Croire at Marketplace
Bangles and earrings: Asymetrique in Browns by Je Suis
Ring:  Eleween Ring 11 by Manna
Necklace: Fashion Gilli Bead Necklace by Malt
Location:  The Celestial Realm at The Trace

Can You Die From Drinking Tea?

I wasn't sure that I'd get this post out this morning (my time) because my eye lids were drooping and bed was looking pretty good....but dear readers, I persevered and finished it.

Today I'm in a casual look that came about from my recent purchase of the 'Loose Muscle Shirt' from Le Primitif.  Whilst the front is fairly plain, it was the back that captured my attention.  I mean not everything we wear has to hit you front on...it's often the little details that one see's gradually in clothing that make it special.

My new spider tattoo from Tattoo Paradise was perfect to wear with this top. God knows why I'm wearing a spider because I have to call people to remove them if I see one inside at home.

I purchased these tartan boots from GOS called 'Slouch Boots' and re-textured the modifiable hat from LaGyo called 'Kirby' to match the boots.  The hat is usually white with black polka dots. The bag is from Zenith called 'Rattan Beach Bag'.  It comes with a hud which allows you to change the scarf, glasses and magazines.

I'm wearing one of the new hair releases from Truth called 'Colbie'.  See below for the remaining credits.

Now for some strange, quirky reason I've developed an overwhelming craving for tea.  This has been going on for about 2 weeks.  I was the quintessential coffee drinker owning a Nespresso Coffee Machine ® which I used until it screamed STOP, ENOUGH ALREADY.  I don't want coffee anymore.  I want Twinings English Breakfast tea ® sweetened with a tad of honey.  WTF?  How can one change so dramatically?  Very weird.

Cheerio from Chalice xx

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Hair: Colbie in Light Blond set by Truth
Skin: Luria Skin (#1) by Glam Affair
Lip Tattoo: Cherry Lip Gloss from Little Petits Details
Eyeliner Tattoo: Liquid Glaze by Boom
Eyes: Deep Sky Mesh Eye in Twilight Sea from Mayfly
Tattoo: Sensation Of The Spider by Tattoo Paradise
Top: Loose Muscle Top by Le Primitif
Pants: Just Jeans in Grey by Candy Doll
Shoes: Slouch Boots in Tartan by GOS
Bag: Rattan Beach Bag by Zenith
Hat (modified): Kirby by LaGyo
Bracelets: Wanderer Bracelets by League
Ring camera right: Eleween 11 Ring by Manna
Ring camera left: Silver Cross Ring by SAKIDE
Earring: Camelia in Golden by Kunglers

 

Now You're Just Somebody That I Used To Know.

WARNING: Sunglasses might be needed to view this post.

Fluoro is back baby.  Did it ever leave?  Not for the brave.  I picked me up some fluoro-tastic pieces starting with the 'Gradient Cutout Top' and 'Pyramids' earrings from guess where?  Fluoroescent of course.  The owner/designer, Grant Valeska-Cristy, did a fabulous job of these pieces.  His RL profile shows he's a young male designer and I'm really captivated that a young guy got this so right.  I'm not being condescending by any means because I'm just so impressed. It just goes to show that talent and ingenuity are not solely the domain of those with a few more years under their belt.

 
I found these white shredded leggings from SAKIDE in my wardrobe and thought the color really complimented the lower gradient of the top.  I found this fantastic beaded necklace set from Maxi Gossamer.  You get various necklace lengths that comes with a hud whereby you can play around with a whole combination of colors.  It's something that you can use over and over again changing the colors and lengths according to your outfits.  Very clever indeed Ms Gossamer.  She has some amazing jewellery that you don't see everyday so Chal's tip....go look.

I found the bangles at Pure Poison called Pety Bracelets.  Lots of different designs make up the set as you'll see below.

Look at my lovely avatar enhancement nails from Orc. Inc.  I love how Ms Orcsy gives us the most vivid colors and textures.  This one is from the Split Glitter fat pack and they just pop.  Thanks so much Nicole for sending them.  I can't wait to work my through the colors and patterns you've created.  Now I've been coveting these bags from Gos for a few weeks and knew it would be perfect for this outfit.  Actually I'm going back to work my through all the colors.  They sit on your arm so precisely even when you walk and that's something I appreciate in a bag.

Now I think I need to arrange a self exclusion policy from Slink darlings.  I'm in LOVE with Siddeon's add on shoes compatible with her mesh medium rigged and avatar enhancement feet.  These are called 'Glitter Peeptoes' in white but you can change the bow to contrast with the shoes.

Oh and this is my new hair from Analog Dog called 'Apple Moustache' in Platinum.  I love this style to bits. The hair flower is from ASO.

WHERE:

Hiar: apple Moustache in Platinum by Analog Dog
Skin: Cleo in Europa tone (#9) by Glam Affair
Eyes: Deep Sky Mesh Eye in Deepening Spring Color by Mayfly
Hands and Feet: Slink
Nails: Split Glitter avatar enhancement nails from Orc. Inc.
Eye shadow tattoo: la vie make up in lemon from Label Mode (at Marketplace)
Eyeliner tattoo: Liquid Glaze by Boom
Top: Gradient Cut Out Top from Fluorescent
Leggings: Shredded Leggings in White from SAKIDE
Shoes: Glitter Peeptoes (add ons) in White from Slink
Bag: Shoe Bag in Black/Silver from GOS
Hair Flower: Elastic Dot Hair Flower in Green Apple from ASO
Earrings: Pyramids from Fluorescent
Necklaces: Pearl Necklace Combo from Maxi Gossamer
Bracelets: Pety Braclets in Black/Gold by Pure Poison
Ring (camera left):  Black Heart Ring by SAKIDE
Ring (camera right): Elenween Hexagon Ring by Manna

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

SHEY Got It.

I declare today SHEY day because I'm showing you a fabulous, albeit very short, dress from that label.  I thought hard about what to put with it because my 'V' was showing and settled for the Floral Corset Panties from Bubble.  The dress is such a strong design and cut that I didn't want to overwhelm it with too much (or too little if I hadn't worn my undies)..

I purchased some stunning jewellery from Kunglers who take jewellery design and execution to a whole new level.  The necklace and earrings set is called 'Camelia' in gold.  The bangle is called 'Omochi' from Mandala.  I picked up this 'Leather Louis' Bag from OhLaLa Fashion and I remember it being an absolute bargain which I think was only L$50, but don't hold me to it....memory is a bit slow atm

Now the wonderful thing about this 'Maija Wrap Dress' is the fact that it comes with a hud to change the colors/textures which I have shown you below.  So many options for future wear which is great.

How are you all getting on with the new Flickr?  I don't like it at all but like everything, I suppose I'll get used to it. 

CREDITS:

Hair: Marie (type B) in Moon Stone color by Diva
Skin: Mya in Pale tone by Belleza
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Field color by IKON
Hands: Slink
Nails: Slink Metallic Metals Nail Applier HUD by Orc
Dress: Maija Wrap Dress (with color/texture change hud) by Shey
Undies: Floral Corset Panties in Black by Bubble
Shoes:Baviera Boots by Crazy
Bag: Leather Louis Bag by OhLaLa
Bracelets: Omochi bracelets in Sahara Brown by Mandala
Ring: Eleween Ring by Manna
Earrings and Necklace: Camelia in Gold color by Kunglers
Location: Hodgepodge

Opinions Are Like Nipples...Everyone Has Them But Some Are More Pointed Than Others.

Anyone for nachos?  Well they were certainly on the menu at Shopping Cart Disco's SLecrets this week.  Not that I have a clue what it means but it did give me a laugh.

I did something different yesterday in respect to my blog.  I applied to become a Hair Fair 2013 blogger.  I feel I want to give something back given I cover very little in the way of events although if we're talking $$$$$$$, I do give back rather generously across the grids lol.

Today I'm a goody in a hoody.  It's from Blitzed and while it's not mesh, who cares?  It fits bloody wonderful and has lots of terrific prim details to make it interesting.

My hair is from a shop I found called Tameless Hair.  I'd never heard of it before but I'm loving what I've purchased there. I'm very impressed with the quality and find the hair tattoo's so very realistic as a base for the attachments.

Earrings are from Pure Poison and the necklace from one of my new favorite shops, Pixel Box.  They're having a sale so don't be tardy...get in there and shop, shop, shop.

I'm really into good quality, unusual pants at the moment and found this pair from 20 FIVE called Jin Capri's.  Now you really get your money's worth because it comes with a fabric change hud giving you 5 different options.

I'm again wearing the Slink Fabric Platform shoes that work with the Slink Natural Feet.  Easier to put on than my own shoes to be sure.

Loving this bag from Pure Poison Fashion called 'Jackie Studded Mesh Handbag' shown in the brown tone.  My fabulous bangles are also from Pure Poison called 'Love Stacked' bracelets in nude and red.  I have had a big spend up at Pure Poison recently because not only are their items very reasonably priced, I find the details intricate and designs unique.

Chalice's bottom lip is protruding in that princessy, spoiled brat type look.  She isn't participating in Berry's Meme because there's nothing she can teach anyone...well maybe apart from shopping but then we're all Dux of Class in that respect.

Le Credits:

Hair: Vix in White by Tameless Hair
Skin: Gogo Brilliance skin in Medium Fair Tone by DeeTaleZ
Make Up Tattoo: Colorful Make Up #7 by DeeTaleZ
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Field color by IKON
Top: Moody Hoody in Red by Blitzed
Pants: Jin Capris by 20FIVE
Shoes: Fabric Platform shoes (to be used with Natural Slink Feet) by Slink
Feet and Hands: By Slink
Nails: By Flair
Bag: Jackie Studded Mesh Handbag by Pure Poison Fashion
Necklace:  Old Heart Grunge by Pixel Box
Bangle:Love Stacked Bracelets in nude/red by Pure Poison Fashion
Ring: Eleween 11 by Manna