Lemongrass Class.

I need an inventory clean out like never before and while contemplating this task, I fished around halfheartedly subconsciously looking for an excuse not to do it. I stumbled upon this dress from Stitch by Stitch in the color of lemongrass that I purchased a while ago and forgot about. I adore the color and as usual, the quality and fit were spot on.

Please bear with me while I fluff around finding outfits I had planned to blog but with Christmas/New Year sapping my inspiration, I need to remove my finger and just do it.

Skin and cleavage tattoo layer: Claudia 2 Milky Glow Skin (#1) from LAQ.
Hair: Shirelle in Twilight by Exile.
Eyes: Greenlight by WAP Design.
Dress: Cora Rose in Lemongrass from Stitch by Stitch.
Shoes: Black Ballet Pumps from Beatnik.
Gloves: Diamond Gloves by Cheerno.
Collar: Taken from Bodystructure by BiancaF.
Bracelet: Mysterious by je suis.

Sorry guys...SL stuffed up and wouldn't show up LM's on map otherwise I would have included LM's.

Tik Tok Stella Skin...Recently Released.

I have so enjoyed the evolution of Miah McAuley's skin label, Tik Tok. Her recent release of her new line called Stella is a triumph in my opinion. Miah dropped these on me a little while ago and to be honest, I was struggling for time to get everything I had planned to blog on the blog. Tonight I had a few moments and tried on Stella. I'm so glad I did because I really do love this skin. Available in Light, Medium, Suntan and Dark, I chose to show the Light tone. The make up names are called Cat, Jade, Lady, Nude and Silver as shown below.

They are classy, elegant make ups with soft eyeshadow and glossy lips. I've shown the skins using the cleavage option. I also really like the brow shape on these.

I am wearing this gorgeous little lingerie set called Crystal, a freebie from Noon Twine's shop called Noon.

I recently watched Fabulous Fashion with Angie Mornington. I love Angie's show and was thrilled to watch two episodes featuring Sevenstar Amat from Stitch By Stitch as guest designer and another with Jennaa Loire as guest stylist. I love both these people, not only because they are sweet darlings, but also for their immense contributions to SL fashion and lifestyle. Good on you girls.  Do check out their episodes on Fabulous Fashion. Jennaa's appearance on the show led me to check out Fairy Tale jewelery. The ring, earrings and necklace are all group gifts but I would suggest you go over and look for yourself. The detailing of the pieces is stunning.

Last but not least, I'm wearing the Vanity Hair piece in black called Venice and a black hair base from Tiny Bird that allows you to wear it with any skin.

Thank you Miah for again allowing me to blog your amazing skins. I love Stella big time.

After my shoot I jumped in the spa and enjoyed the beauty of my surroundings.

Chalice in Wonderland: Stitch by Stitch Funny Bunny

Sometimes out of the blue, Sevenstar Amat, designer extraordinaire of Stitch by Stitch will send me wonderful treats she has been working on and whatever I'm doing, I can't wait to pop them on.  The day she sent me the penis hat I was out shopping and nearly spat my drink across the room when it finally rezzed.  I thought it was a Carmen Miranda type hat with banana's atop until the thing became visible.  Its the most favorite thing I own but out in the middle of a shopping sim surrounded by people, it felt like a beacon saying 'look at my lovely collection of penis' on my head'.  So these days, I grab a quiet corner just in case because Seven's creativity knows no bounds. 

What I received this time was the La Boite Bunny Hat.  She knows I love hats and this little gem is no exception.  As usual, she doesn't stop there.  Along came her new release Sammy dress, a profusion of red, black and gray material with polka dots.  The outfit can be worn with the cute shorts or prim skirt.  Either way, it's a stunner.  Her La Boite Message Beads necklace was the perfect accompaniment and once again, I was fashion heaven Stitch by Stitch style.

Please go check out her store.  Seven just never stops and just being in her shop is an uplifting experience. 

So without further ado, here's Sammy.  Click the pics for a larger more detailed view.

Skin: Ife Light skin - Heart from LeLutka (free gift from Heartless shopping sim)

Hair: Hair 64 in White by W&Y 

Eyes: Expressive Eyes in Gray by Nany Merlin 

Dress: Sammy from Stitch by Stitch 

Hat: La Boite Bunny Hat from Stitch by Stitch 

Beads: My Message Beads from Stitch by Stitch 

Nails: Red by Petite Ange 

Earrings: Berlioz in Silver by DeLa 

Shoes: Fairy Rose in Red by L+R+W

Location: The Mother Road

Chalice In Wonderland: Stitch by Stitch Miranda Gown

The more I am traveling about looking for photographic opportunities, the more I am appreciating the beauty of SL particularly playing around with windlight settings.  I have another Stitch by Stitch treasure tonight, called the Miranda Gown, a stunning gold brocade dress with flower and bead embellishments.  The hair accessory is from LeeZu and I've had it for ages.  It's one of my favorite things.

Here is the Miranda Gown shot at this amazing sim called Funky Crazy.  Just the loveliest place and I've included a photo of a scene on the island.  Blogging is certainly giving me more enjoyment than anything else I have done in SL because it's opening up more opportunities to discover the amazingly beautiful work of builders.

Please click on the pics for a bigger image.

Isn't this an amazing sight for a weary spirit. 

Chalice In Wonderland: Stitch by Stitch Red Roma (and I ain't talking tomato)

This just happens to be my favorite from Stitch by Stitch called Red Roma.  I have loved it from the moment I purchased it and to me, epitomizes all that is wonderful about this brand.  Perfectly constructed, surprises everywhere, vibrant colors and just plain gorgeous.  It has a playful sophistication inherent in European fashion.  Having coveted Maitreya Gold's Salience heels for so long, I thought Red Roma deserved Salience and vice versa.  I love the result.

I took off to the Foul Whisperings Strange Matters sim to take these pics and as usual, had a hoot discovering new places.

 

  

 

Designers:
Skin:  Eclat Light Make Up #4 from LeLutka
Hair: Light hair base and Eclat Hair 2 by LeLutka
Eyes: Expressive Eyes in Blue #4 by Nany Merlin
Nails: Skin Deep Diamond Series Red by Polly Pavlova
Lashes:  Photoshoot 11 by LeLutka
Outfit: Roma Red from Stitch by Stitch
Beret: From Roma Red outfit Stitch by Stitch
Shoes: Salience black/gold by Maitreya Gold
Earrings: Aly Ruby Cascading Heart by Alyssa  Bijoux
Necklace: Stone pendant by Pixel Dolls
Ring Right Hand: Bubbles Ring by Chloe
Ring Left Hand: Bloom Ring by Flirt

Chalice In Wonderland: Stitch by Stitch Coco Dress

Continuing with my week long hug of Stitch by Stitch creations, I bring you the Coco Dress.  Wonder who that is named after? 

I am having fun styling Seven's designs because they give you carte blanche to be as unconventional as you want to be but still maintain an avant garde fashion look without it looking like a costume..  Of course, I'm known to  take things to the nth degree and am not in anyway understated so my look is mostly an eclectic fusion of color and texture loosely following a theme.

I sped over to Rouge to take these photo's because I wanted something richly red but found this cute stage set up so thought my life's a stage so why not photograph myself on one.  Hope you enjoy.  I like to think that gorgeous diamante 'C' brooch stands for Chalice.  Haha.

Shopping:

Skin: Ife light in Make Up 1 by LeLutka 

Hair: Veruca 2 in Champagne by Truth 

Eyes: Expressive Eyes Blue #6 by Nany Merlin 

Lashes: Photoshoot 11 Lashes by LeLutka 

Nails: Wine by Petit Ange 

Dress: Coco Dress from Stitch by Stitch 

Hat: Rose Beret from Stitch by Stitch 

Shoes: Saffron Pumps in Black by LeLutka 

Tights: Sliced Leg Couture Tights by Digit Darkes 

Anklets:  Maitreya  

Umbrella: Black Lace Scripted Umbrella created by Seagel Neville

Chalice In Wonderland: Stitch by Stitch Dirty Diana Dress

Another amazing outfit from Stitch By Stitch called 'Dirty Diana'.  The leggings, the skirt, the top all work together so well.  Lime 'n' Orange being my fav colors this week, get a showing once again.  I LOVE this outfit.  The mind boggles wondering what the story behind this dress being called Dirty Diana is.  Stunning Seven stunning.

Here's your limo to Stitch By Stitch

Chalice In Wonderland: I'd Kill To Wear Stitch By Stitch

Walk through Stitch By Stitch and really take note of the whole package...the theme.  It's an amazingly brilliant concept and full of a Second Life of work.  Sevenstar Amat is an artist in RL....like of course!   Look into the materials and textures and that is blatantly obvious.  I bet my boobs that this creator hasn't yet received the kudos she deserves possibly because she is a humble person who let's her art speak for itself.  It is my job dear fashion lovers, along with my other blogging colleagues, to showcase items we love and in turn, raise the profile of the designers/creators.

This lady is one person I think deserves mind boggling recognition as she continues to provide us with arty, edgy and impeccably crafted fashion items.  This is my week to showcase the work of Sevenstar.  Today I'm wearing Cora - Dark Hour and Seven's Forest Love hat.  A dark frou frou creation of lace and roses, there is always an interesting twist of an accessory hiding somewhere on her pieces.

Please note:  no animal was hurt in the making of this pictorial set...only the chic with the Dark Hour dress met an untimely end as the blood splatter on the camera will atest.

The Players:

Skin: Leona Natural Make Up #3 from Glam Affair

Hair: Veruca 2 in Swedith by Truth

Eyes: Expressive Eyes in Green #7 by Nany Merlin

Lashes: Photoshoot 11 lashes by LeLutka

Dress: Core - Dark Hour by Stitch by Stitch

Hat: Forest Love from Stitch by Stitch

Necklace:  Chain Of Love from Stitch by Stitch

Stocklings: Stockings and garter by barbee

Shoes:  Digna from Kalnins

Chalice In Wonderland: I Got The Whole World In My Pants.

I purchased some seriously stunning pants from Glam Affair the other day.  I really do love the classic lines reminiscent of film stars of the 40's and I particularly think of Joan Crawford, Greta Garbo and Katherine Hepburn strutting elegantly like they owned the world.  I also love the treatment at the waist and sassy bow which give the pants more symmetry.

Imagine the myriad of ways you can dress these pants to create your signature look. 

The Outfit:

Skin:  Ife light in Make Up #7 by Le Lutka 

Hair: Green 11 in Natural Blond by Maitreya

Lashes:  Photoshoot Lashes 11 by LeLutka

Pants: July Black by Glam Affair 

Top: Firenze Top in Beige by Pacadi Jasha 

Neck piece: Eden Choker in Black by PERTURB/ation 

Earrings: Black by Untone (no longer available)

Shoes: Esprit-Xtd Noir by Maitraya Gold

 

 

Coming up is my week long homage to Sevenstar Aamat the creative genius behind the Stitch by Stitch label.

On The Fourth Day of Christmas......

God I'm dumb.  I was supposed to wear this outfit for the Three French Hens shot but I got my birds mixed up.  Serves me right for rushing.  Anyhow, fashion doesn't have to be all serious and so cool global warming would be a thing of the past.  Sometimes it's fun to theme up to create a story in a kitsch kinda way.  Of course my French Maid outfit was supposed to compliment my french hens but calling birds will have to do. 

We are so lucky in SL that we have a plethora of costumes to choose from for those times where we want to recreate a scene.  I really remind myself of  Bridget Marquardt from 'The Girls Next Door'' in my love of creating a theme...SL is the perfect platform for this and you just have to look at the feeds and flickr to see how many people love to do it too.

This is a four Yip outfit...Yippe for Yip.  She's my favorite fantasy specialist.

Shopping List:

Hair:  Berlin Blonde by Cake
Skin:  Estelle Light in Make Up 12 by LeLutka
Eyes: Expressive Eyes in Gray by Nany Merlin
Lashes: Pixel Fashion Tinted Lashes in Black
Nails:  French Pink by Detour
Dress:  French Souvenir by Four Yip (incl. broom)
Socks:  Calzinotulle in White from Bianca Foulon
Shoes:  Black Patent Pumps from Stiletto Moody
Tiara: Princess Rose Diamond Tiara from Dahlinks
Ring:   Women's White Gold Gemstone ring from Prinny's Prims

The Owl and The Pussycat - inspired by Stitch by Stitch Owly Skirt

Inspiration comes from anywhere and when I popped on this Owly skirt from Stitch by Stitch kindly given to me a while ago by designer  Sevenstar Amat, once again I was blown away by the intricate work and quirky theme of this piece.  The owl in the picture above is Seven's artwork seen on the skirt hanging like a Scottish sporran.  You've got to love an owl...so beautiful and wise and the idea of the Owl and The Pussycat immediately jumped in my head.

The Owly skirt I have on is in Mud but it looks more like Forest Green hounds tooth material to me.  Regardless, the material/texture is wonderful and the belt of the same materiel holds said owly with a gold chain attached to a pear shape ornament and tassel is just what we've come to expect from the sewing room of Stitch by Stitch.

While in my Stitch by Stitch portion of the wardrobe, I found the Elizabeth jumper in Chestnut, a thick woolen vision with puff shoulders atop of cute knitted bows on the sleeves.  It was the perfect accompaniment in texture and thickness for the skirt and those cold winter days supping eggnog heavy with brandy.  Having fallen deeply in love with these Courtisane La Vivien red boots, there was no contest.  On they went too.

I had a lot of fun putting this outfit together.  Its quirky and clever and like all of Seven's clothes, reveals a little hidden treasure.

Shopping list:
Skin:  Jesse in Sunkiss by Belleza
Hair: Charli in Natural Blond from Maitreya
Eyes: Expressive Eyes in Green #4 by Nany Merlin
Jumper: Elizabeth in Chestnut from Stitch by Stitch
Skirt: Owly in Mud from Stitch by Stitch
Hair Ribbon: From Adrianna outfit from Stitch by Stitch
Brooch: Granny's Diamond and Pearl Brooch from Stitch by Stitch
Socks: Couture socks by Digit Darkes
Shoes: Coutisane La Vivien in Red
Bangle Left: Line Bangles in Green by eLDee
Bangle Right: Sculpted Sugar Copper Gem Bangle by Fresh Baked Goods

My New Favorite Dress - It Smine...All Smine.

Hold on to your hats girls, Seven has done it this time.

I am in love with this dress...I don't want anyone else wearing this dress...it smine.

Okay that wouldn't be fair for Sevenstar Amat, the creative genius that is Stitch by Stitch but I want it all for me.  I do believe it was released tonight (my time) so quickly took some snap-a-roos because I wanted to blog it before bed.  Note the clever use of the flowers on the bodice and how the brown flower co-ordinates with the belt.  There's a cheeky tush ruffle on the derriere....oooooo it's adorable.

Ladies & gents, I give you the Miss Kylie - no I don't, yes I do, no I don't....oh for gods sake here it is :-(

Click for a larger look.

Shopping List:
Hair: Tatus Happy Blond by Fri
Skin: Jesse in Sunkiss Make Up 11 by Belleza
Eyes: Expressive Eyes Green 4 by Nany Merlin
Dress/Bag/Belt: Miss Kylie from Stitch By Stitch
Shoes: Vintage Heels in Black Pearl by Gibberish
Hat: Betty Elegance Hat in Black by Elegance Hats - modified feathers to match dress

I Hat You!

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
I love thee to the depth and breadth and height
My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight
For the ends of Being and ideal Grace.
I love thee to the level of everyday's
Most quiet need, by sun and candle-light.
I love thee freely, as men strive for Right;
I love thee purely, as they turn from Praise.
I love thee with the passion put to use
In my old griefs, and with my childhood's faith.
I love thee with a love I seemed to lose
With my lost saints,—I love thee with the breath,
Smiles, tears, of all my life!—and, if God choose,
I shall but love thee better after death. 

~Elizabeth Barratt Browning~

Written in the 1800's this perfectly describes my love affair with hats.  Thank god SL has some amazing milliner's or I would simply have left with my bottom lip dragging on the ground.  I have as many hats/hair accessories in my inventory as there are days in the year and usually the first thing to go on is the hat and I often build the wardrobe up from there.

In honor of the hat, I share two of my more unusual pieces with you.

Penis Envy 

Well who else could come up with such an amazing conCOCKtion other than SevenStar Amat, designer extraordinaire of Stitch By Stitch.  I think she did very well to represent a large portion of  the male species in one lil' ol' hat.  Big and small, thick and thin...it's a veritable banquet on top.

To make it pretty, she has arranged little flowers here and there.  Talk about making a silk purse out of a sow's ear.  When Seven sent this to me, I spent day's showing it off around the shops.

Shopping list:
Hair: Writer in Glazed by Detour.
Skin: Jesse Sunkiss (Make Up 10) by Belleza.
Eyes: Expressive Eyes Green (2) by Nany Merlin.
Jacket: Feather Black Coat by BiancaF.
Top: Henrietta Top by LeeZu.
Pants: Not Nerosumero by BianceF.
Shoes: Stivaletto Nero by Bolero.
Hat: A Little Bit of Everything Bouquet Hat by SevenStar Amat (Stitch By Stitch).
Earrings: Black Hearrings by UnTone.

Chal In A Box

 

Vain Inc. has been a champion of SL fashion in a multitude of ways from their Vain Inc. Boutique to Vain Magazine and everything in between. This hat titled "aLaChanel" was a gift some time ago and to be honest, I don't even know if it is still available; however, it never hurts to ask. It's so quirky and in my eyes it makes a statement. What, I don't know but it's chic in the extreme.

Yep you could wear it with an uber big gown but I like to wear polar opposities sometimes so shorts and Chanel hat make it more interesting to me.

Shopping list:
Hair: Brook in Mirage by Truth.
Skin: Jesse in Sunkiss (Make Up 14) by Belleza.
Eyes: Expressive Gray Eyes (Big) by Nany Merlin.
Top: Tee Eva (Shopoholic) by Emery.
Shorts: Black Ripped Shorts by FA.
Jacket: Opened Blazer by P-K in Noir (Polina Kaestner).
Belt: Embossed Wide Belt by Coco.
Shoes: Marie Shoes (Purple Royal) by Tesla.
Socks: Mit Suspenders in Lilac by Pig.
Hat: aLaChanel by Vain.
Bracelet: Chunky Heart Bracelet by MM.
Nails: an Purple by Petit Ange.
Glasses: Aviator Rosy by Emery.

So you wonderful SL designers, please keep making hat.  The madder the better.