Chalice In Wonderland: Sascha's Designs - Dress For Haiti.

Where have I been all your life Ms Sascha Frangilli, the force behind Sascha's Designs?  I am starting to wonder if I've lived my SL under a rock.  Blogging certainly opens up the fashion field and here I thought I had a good handle on who was out there...but really, I know NOTHING. 

The lovely Ms Frangilli contacted me to ask if I would be interested in viewing a casual outfit for my blog.  Of course, I jumped at the chance.  I'm not saying I hadn't heard of Sascha's Designs, only that I wasn't a regular...but I sure will be.. 

I will feature the outfit sent to me tomorrow; however, Ms Frangilli did pass over a gown that she said was up for sale with proceeds going to the Haiti disaster.  It is these moments when you just know SL is used for good.  The feeds are full of information about how one can immerse themselves in the efforts to raise money and it just warms my heart.

The outfit I'm wearing is called 'Deception' in coffee and it is just stunning.  I love everything about it and it comes in 3 skirt options and can be worn with or without the collar.  The store is just full of amazing outfits and the range seems endless.  If you do nothing else today, go check Sascha's.

She wore:

Skin: Eva Tone #4 from Tuli

Hair: Prissy in Ginger Brown from 0 Style

Eyes: Expressive Eyes in Green #4 by Nany Merlin

Lashes: Thorn Lashes by Detour

Dress: Deception in Coffee by Sascha's Designs (proceeds to Haiti)

Shoes: Shanti Nude by Maitreya Gold

Hat: Can Can Hat by AnaLee Balut

My Dirty Little Secret

I have a secret, shhhhhh!

Every Monday morning I get up at 6.30am, grab a cappuccino, stumble into my study and turn on the computer before I conquer my work day.  Half-asleep and looking absolutely non-fabulous, I click in to SCD for my dose of delectable drama SL style.  I confess, I have been doing this since it started even during my long Sabbatical from SL.  Why?  Because I am a drama strumpet once removed.  I admit, I like reading about who hates who, who hates what and who's doing who but my desire is essentially not to stir the pot despite the fact that I did lapse once or twice, it is simply that I love to be in the loop. 

I assume it is a character flaw that I need, no want, to get the juicy goss on those in-world.  I rather enjoy it from the sidelines but have no wish to be the instigator.  The tale inevitably stops with me as I don't use networks such as Twitter, Plurk or Face Book to communicate...I want to know then I'm satisfied to leave it there.

So there you have it.  I'm a SLecret addict in addition to any piece of news that is remotely drama-laden.  Am I really that different from most of you?  I tend to think not.  Isn't that why God invented the humble glass tumbler?   To hold it up against the wall to hear whats happening next door?

Anyway keep it up SCD and others who feel the need to share SL tales of drama, intrigue and tantalizing tid-bits.  Oh I can feel the wrath of you all now tutting at my confession.  My intellectual, empathetic side tuts along with you but it's the paparazzi loving, dish-the-dirt side of me that seems to surface in SL.  I'll say five Hail Linden's and rezz a rosary for my sins.

 In the meantime, I'll share some SLecrets of my own.

Don't forget to check your tyre pressure :-)

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

Urban Safari - I Love Game

The streets are a jungle with danger at every turn.  Natural born killers lurk  in the shadows ready to pounce if they smell fear so looking the part is important when you head off on safari in the dark, dank city. 

Hunting and collecting food is an important skill, so Chalice bags her catch at the popcorn machine.

 Wanna pop my corn?

Fighting wild beasts and fending off unwanted attention in the heart of the urban jungle takes  strength and courage.  Chalice takes great delight in sitting among her quarry which have been stuffed for posterity. 

Wanna see my pillows?

Standing in the lush canopy of green camouflaged from the head-hunters and jungle natives, Chalice spots a lone hunter and stands her ground.

Wanna see my weapon?

Chalice encourages him to come closer.  Slowly, slowly the hunter approaches Chalice relying on his instincts to flee if he senses danger.  He looks deep into her eyes as Chalice  reveals her weapon to the hunter and he falls to his knees in submission.

Wanna be my shopping partner?

The hunter, hypnotized by her beauty and a hairs breath away from saying yes, uses every ounce of will power to resist Chalice's offer.  He takes flight and as quick as a puma, runs  into the jungle to his certain death rather than face the fate awaiting  him as Chalice's shopping bud.

Chalice sat and pondered what might have been if her handsome hunter had stayed with her for all time.  Chalice looked over at her trophy wall and while sad that another had declined her invitation, felt a certain sense of satisfaction that she had added to her collection.  Hanging on the wall, he made a very good coat stand.

Shopping List:
Hair: Animal Forest in Black from Mayamaya Designs
Eyes: Expressive Eyes in Green 4 by Nany Merlin
Skin: Jesse in Sunkiss Make Up 11 by Belleza
Nails: Black Manicure by Melissinha Palen
Outfit: Toume Nora by Convoitise
Boots: Midnight in Black by Fuel 
Earrings: Antonia Silver earrings by DeLa
Belt: Embossed Wide Belt from Coco
Location:  Drowsy

Taking It To The Streets Again - Fashion or Flop?

Do we live in fashion Nirvana or what?  I took my work worn body to the streets of SL again this week and using the LM's provided by a fellow blogger advertising 50 L Friday's.  I picked two random ones that transported me to This Is Fawn and Elate to covertly stalk residents late night shopping.

I was pleasantly surprised by the number of people tp'ing in...it was a veritable banquet of shoppers taking advantage of the sales that have begun to make Fridays even more fun.  Another surprise was the diverse styles of fashion gathering before me.  Cha and Fash-Cam were working overtime jostling for position to take individual shots unbeknown to the fashionistas on deck.

I just love the fact that people are dressing from top-to-toe.  Hats, bags, gloves, belts etc were aplenty and just shows that SL consumers want the whole look and aren't afraid to mix it up.  One girl even came in reading a fashion magazine which I thought was just adorable.

An hour later and my work was done.  See what you think of the looks I captured.  I returned home heartily satisfied that so many people are embracing SL fashion and mashing up some terrific looks.

Don't forget, it could be you next time :-)