We Need Black And White And Every Shade In Between.

While life's not black and white, Cha certainly is.  I've been going through my 'To Blog' folder and found this 'Horizon' mesh mini skirt from Boom.  Skirts have been one of the biggest winners with the introduction of mesh in my opinion.  I remember the old skirts with prim parts that never seemed to stay in place.  So I set about creating a look around the skirt.

Determined not to simply go out and buy a top but check my brimming folder for something, I found the 'Elsa' shirt from Crazy Clothes.

The hair is a new release from LeLutka called 'Sato'.

The fab belt is from LeLutka called 'Mi Vida' belt and hugs the waist perfectly.  The scarf I picked up at Zeery's called 'Kingdom Animalia Silk Scarf' in Zebra print.  If you're looking for great scarves, go to Zeery's.  The necklace was a group gift from Pure Poison so get yourself joined up because Ms Shaleene Kenin is very generous with sending her members fabulous gifts.

The bag I picked up at CheerNo when it catered for women so is possibly no longer available but you could ask CheerNo's owner if the bag is still in existence and he is willing to sell it.  It's a great bag called 'Kamala' and looks great with the outfit.

The 'Salience' shoes with socks I purchased from Maitreya when they had their last sale...let me tell you, I was clicking everything like a man woman possessed.  I love these shoes and this was the first time I tried them on.  I always felt that the Salience shoe should have received shoe of the year when they initially came out if there was such an award.

Now on to my Flickr pics.  I simply cannot believe how many hits I have received when I check my stats.  Nearly 7,000 yesterday and well up in the thousands most days.  OMG what's happened lately? While I try to see life with 'the glass half full' mentality, I was suspicious that maybe Flickr was broken but no...people are actually looking at my pics :-)  Thank you so much Flickrites.  I consider that an honor.  Now if only I could get those 7000 to hit up my blog lol.

WHAT'N'WHERE?

HAIR: Sato in Sweden color by LeLutka
SKIN: Leila Arcade in Medium (#2 rare) by Belleza (purchased at The Arcade)
EYES: Sunrise Eyes in Pale Steel Blue by IKON
HANDS: By Slink
POLISH: By Flair
SHIRT: Elsa by Crazy Clothes
SKIRT: Horizon by Boom
BELT: Mi Vida Belt by LeLutka
BAG: Kamala by CheerNo Femme - ask Cheerno Destiny
SHOES: Salience Socks and Tights shoes by Maitreya Gold
SCARF: Kingdom Animalia Silk Scarf in Zebra by Zeery's
BRACELETS:Sophistique in Dark tones by Je Suis
NECKLACE: Laurette by Pure Poison (group gift)
EARRINGS: Sensei earrings from Mandala

Mr Virtual World Winner - Mr Australia - Erik Bayn

Yesterday (Saturday July 6 at 10am) I had the privilege of being one of the judges in the Mr Virtual World pageant and what an event it was.  Superbly hosted by Ms Persia Bravin and Ms Carilynn OHare, I was totally impressed with the caliber of the top 13 contestants I was there to judge.

For any of the doubter's, let me impress upon you that it is the judges throughout the competition who score the many categories that pick the eventual winner.  It was so difficult scoring the contestants to give us our top 5 and even harder scoring to secure the winner.  I had so much fun and having been in their place a few years ago, know that one has to have stamina, commitment and style to get to the end, let alone win it.

I was thrilled to see Mr Australia, Erik Bayne, win the event but the competition was truly stiff and any one of them deserved the title. Congratulations to Erik, the runners up and all who participated in the pageant and behind the scenes.  It went off without a hitch which just goes to show the professionalism of the people running it.

   
I chose to wear this LBD by Little Petits Details called 'Dancing Dress'.   I dressed it up with a stunning scarf from Zeery's, black mesh gloves by Celoe and wore the diamonds from a pair of Cheeno gloves I purchased ages ago that sit over the hand.  I splashed out of the set of 'Tefutefu' earrings from Mandala.

Every one present looked stunning and all appeared to enjoy the pageant enormously.  I know Erik has a big year ahead as Mr Virtual World 2013 and I wish him the best of Aussie luck.

Hair base and attachment: Milky Blond hair base and updo attachment (#1) by LAQ
Skin: Claudia2 in Milky tone by LAQ
Eyes: Deep Sky Mesh Eye in London Fog Shadow by Mayfly
Dress: Dancing Dress by Little Petits Details
Scarf: Zeery
Gloves: Celoe
Bag: Snakeskin Clutch in Black by Cherry
Earrings: From Tefutefu set in Black by Mandala
Location: Submission

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