A Smile Is Free And So Is This Jacket.

I've put together this outfit centered around the free fur jacket available from Shine.  FREE.  I love it and couldn't wait to style it to see what I came up with.  I shot these pics at the "It All Starts With A Smile" sim and found it so beautiful that I over did the photo's for this post but hey, when you're on a roll.  Lovely name for a place don't you think?

I have to mention these shoes.  I purchased them from Lindy Modern and Retro Shoes for a very modest price and I think they are gorgeous.  I'll be doing lots more shopping with this shoe designer that's for sure.

 Hope you like it.  I had a lot of fun with this.

Style:
Hair: Effect in Marilyn tone by LeLutka
Skin: Mila in Pearl tone (Make up #2) by LeLutka
Nails: Corset nails by Moondance Designs
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Glass by IKON
Top: Belted Fur Vest (FREE FREE FREE) by Shine
Pants: Chica Chica Boom Leather Pants in Raw Gold by Wicked Gear
Shoes: Nicola by Lindy Modern and Retro Shoes
Hat: Chadwick Fedora in Chocolat from Indyra Originals
Watch (picture right): Flight Compass Watch from Indyra Originals 
Watch and bangles (picture left): Jok Bangles in Copper from Cashmere & Keane
Ring: Be Careful Gold Ring from LaGyo

Watch Me Pull A Rabbit Out Of My Hat.

One thing I have noticed since my return to SL is the number of big, BIG boobs that people are opting for on their avi's.  Nothing wrong with boobs by the way, I've got two of them myself.  You can't swing a cat around here without hitting a pair of big banana shaped boobies and it got me wondering why so many bloggers are hopping on the boob wagon.  I really need to revisit my slider because Cha Cha has little pipsqueaks that barely register on the radar.  Good for you I say...lets get em out and wear them with pride.

Today I'm showing you a Graffitiwear dress that is available in the "We're All Mad Here" hunt called the "Alice and Rabbit dress".  Given I'm Chalice In Wonderland I thought it only fitting to pick this dress to blog and also, the designer at Graffitiwear is also named Chalice.  Head on to the Graffitiwear store for hunt details.

Where:
Hair: Wilde in Marilyn color by LeLutka.
Skin: Mila in Pearl tone by LeLutka.
Eyeliner: Liquid Liner in Green by LeLutka.
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Field by IKON.
Dress: Alice and Rabbit Dress from Graffitiwear.
Necklace: Ibiza Chains by Indyra Originals.
Bag: The Ireben Carryall (color change) by Indyra Originals.
Shoes: Orchid by Kalnins (no longer available).
Nails: Corset by Moon Dance Designs.

High Pants...Low Energy.

Do you have days in SL when you take pics but nothing seems to look good?  The lighting, even though you've used the same presets before, just doesn't work and you give up that great idea for a white background.  That was me taking this set.  I tried 3 different locations but I just couldn't light my avi properly and went home, faux fur between my legs, opting for the easy life. Grrrrrr.

Anyway, here 'tis.

Today I'm primarily featuring two great designers I came across at the Flawless sim, Shine (pants) and Orquidea (top and hair flower).  Honorable mentions must also go to Kathrin Dassin of Moon Dance Boutique for the amazing nails that actually sit where they are supposed to and Redgrave for the fabulous Nikki Heels that are color change.  I do love the foot on this shoe and I managed the HUD very well.  If you can't find the nail design you want at Moon Dance then you're a whinger who could never be pleased.  Kathrin's note card indicates she will tint the nail glove to your favorite skin if you can't do it yourself which is very 'handy' for me.  Just type in "/1moondance l or /1moondance r" to select both left and right nails and a menu appears to change the designs...so easy.

The Style Card:
Hair: Addison in Marilyn tone by LeLutka.
Skin: Mila in Pearl tone by LeLutka.
Eyeliner: Liquid Eyeliner in Brown by LeLutka.
Lipstick: Mango Tango in Pearl tone by LeLutka.
Nails: Be Mine nails (texture change) by Moon Dance.
Top: Vintage Red Top With Shoulder Bow by Orquidea.
Pants: Highwaist Marlene Pants in Taupe by Shine.
Shoes: Nikki Heels by Redgrave.
Hair decoration: Mechanical Orchid in Red by Orquidea.
Location: That lazy person's place...excuse me if I don't share the LM.

Gloria Meets Gizza.

How lucky I am to have been sent this Gizza dress to blog today when I was sitting there twirling my hair waiting for inspiration to strike...da dah.  There it was...the new Gloria dress from Gizza popped right in my mail box.  Its a gorgeous, well made piece that comes with a hud to change the colors...mauve, purple and blue would be the best description of the colors.

 

 
As you can see, its smart and simple and so well made.  The frill is quite unbelievable and looks even better in SL than in these pics.  As we all know, its often the case that clothes photograph better than they look in SL but this Gizza stunner shines in the flesh.

MAUVE:

Hair: Electra in Sweden tone by LeLutka.
Skin: Mila in Pearl tone (make up #1) by LeLutka.
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Azure by IKON.
Dress: Gloria by Gizza Creations.
Shoes: La Sauvage in Ocean color from Courtisane Shoes.
Bag: The Ireben Carryall by Indyra Originals.
Glasses: Oversized Sunglasses by Izzie's.
Hat: Audrey by Bliss Couture.
Necklace and earrings: Crazy CoCo by LouLou & Co.
Ring: Camellia Ring in Silver by NCparis.
Nails: Classy Amethyst Nails by Moondance.
Shot at Imogen And The Pigeons by Bryn Oh.

PURPLE:
Shoes: Nikki by Redgrave.
Hair: Keeley in Marilyn tone by LeLutka.
Lipstick tattoo: Velvet in Pearl tone by LeLutka. 
Bag: Fab Hobo Bag in Plum by Indyra Originals.

BLUE:
Shoes and bag: Zulu by Amarelo Manga.
Lipstick tattoo: Petulant by LeLutka.
Eyeliner tattoo: Liquid Liner in Purple by LeLutka.

So Cute.

On a recent trip to LeLutka, I came across this magnificent little creature that was not an avi but an attachment to someone.  When they walked off, the little feline followed, sauntering across the pavement. I was too busy camming in to take a photo to do an inspection before they both poofed away and never got to see who created him or her  Look at those cute little spindly legs and melt your heart huge eyes.  Its when you see things such as this, you realize that in SL, our collective imaginations can never be exhausted.

NEWS UPDATE 28.02.13
Thanks to a kind flickr member, I now know this image is taken from Final Fantasy X1 as the character Cait Sith

"(Cait Sith is a mysterious figure who makes her appearance in the opening mission of the Final Fantasy XI expansion Wings of the Goddess. Little is known about Cait Sith at this point, but she is initially referred to as the "Regal Feline".

This is sold on SL Marketplace by Manticore so in actual fact the image is taken from another application and is not from the imagination of a SL creator.  Hmmm I wonder what the original illustrator would say eh?
 

Giving H.E.D.

Here is a colorful outfit from H.E.D. called 'Summer Oasis'.  A little fun for the sun shown with Bizzare Hair's 'Magic Mermaid'.

 This was shot at Imogen And The Pigeons by Bryn Oh.  As always, a stunning build.

What and where:

Skin: Mila in Pearl tone (make up 1) by LeLutka.
Eyeliner: Black Liquid Eyeliner by LeLutka.
Eyeliner #2: Eye Pops in Lime by cHelle.
Hair and base: Magic Mermaid in White tone from Bizzarre Hair.
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Azure by IKON.
Outfit: Summer Oasis by H.E.D.
Earrings: Anaya Turquoise Earrings by Zaara.
Necklace: Zwarit Necklace by Zaara.
Bracelet: Vyomini Bracelet by Zaara.
Ring: Raga Oyster Ring by Zaara.

 

I Waited...You Never Came.

Thrown back into the single world, my safe little life is a thing of the past.  My thoughts turn to the uncertainty of meeting new people and the fact that you never really know anyone...even those we truly think we do.  While the relationship with me is the best relationship I've ever had, I can't help but wonder what lay ahead.  Will my heart be broken again?  I will have to wait and see...

She waits...

And waits...

The style
Hair: Rain in Marilyn tone by LeLutka.
Skin: Mila in Pear tone (make up 7) by LeLutka.
Eyes: Grey/Green Eternal eyes by IKON.
Top: Gathered Frilled Blouse in Grey by Mon Tissu.
Skirt: Highland Skirt in Light Grey by Mon Tissu.
Jacket: Leather Jacket by Slave.
Boots: Baviera Boots by Crazy Clothes.
Rings: Glam Rings (included in Glam Nail set) by UtopiaH.
Bag: Haute Tote Bag by Tres Blah.
Location: Dry Land (sim designed by Anita Witt - brilliant place).

Mondriaan Dress by Sascha's Designs

Gawd...two posts in one night.  I'm on a roll so will keep going.

Here's a great interpretation of Dutch painter, Piet Mondriaan's, grid based compositions of the 1920's.  I've always had a penchant for his work so couldn't let this dress go unblogged.  It comes with the black hat and also black leggings if you desire.

Great work Sascha. The shine and gentle creases are fab.  They come in a vast array of sizes so will suit any body shape.  Speaking of shapes, don't you go buying any of those ripped shapes on Marketplace that I notice are still for sale.  That would be very naughty.  After catching up with all that's gone on in the last few months, that waste of space needs to be GONE.

Skin, eyeliner and lips by LeLutka.
Hair base by Truth.
Earrings and bracelet by Eclectica (Gathered Hearts).
Ring by Zaara (Raga Oyster Paua).
Shoes by N-Core (Galaxy Shark X-treme Heels)
Dress by Sascha's Designs (Mondriaan-all available colors).

Red-E For Me?

Well hello!  It's been an age since I've blogged.  I took a looong break due to personal life issues.  2012 was definitely my 'annus horribilis' with my husband leaving and my darling mother passing away.  All this has taken its toll; however, SL can be a nice detraction from everyday life so thought I would dip my prim toe into the water and do what I love to do...explore fashion.  I'm also toying with a return to modeling but it's been so long my hud is probably rusty.  Me needs to practice, practice, practice.

I chose a strong red theme for my return post as I particularly wanted to blog the gorgeous Sacha Designs Jiu-Li gown sent to me recently.

Hair: Infinity by Bizzare Hair.
Skin: Mila (Pearl Base) with Clandestine Lipstick Tattoo by LeLutka.
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Glass by IKON.
Eye liner: Black Liquid Liner by LeLutka.
Dress: September 2012 Group Gift from Glitterati.
Hat: Beatriz by Bliss Couture.
Necklace: Lolita Ribbon Choker by Glitterati.
Bangles: Red Suede by Je Suis.
Nails: Naive in Red by Je Suis.
Shopping Bag: Juicy Shopping Bag from Juicy Shapes and Poses.

Hair: Epic Stars by Bizzare Hair.
Skin: Mila (Pearl Base) with Jaffa Lipstick Tattoo by LeLutka.
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Grey/Green by IKON.
Eye liner: Green Liquid Liner by LeLutka.
Dress: Jiu-Li in Red by Sascha's Designs.
Earrings: Dianni by DeLa.
Watch: Devilla Ladies Watch created by Francis Chung.
Nails: Naive in Red by Je Suis.
Shoes: Cherie X-treme Heels in Red Passion by N-Core.
Shopping Bag: Juicy Shopping Bag from Juicy Shapes and Poses.

Hair: PressoIR by Bizzare Hair.
Skin: Mila (Pearl Base) with Sinful Lipstick Tattoo by LeLutka.
Eyes: Pale Blue Sunrise Eyes by IKON.
Eye liner: Black Liquid Liner by LeLutka.
Dress: Dark Chocolate Kisses Dress by H.E.D.
Necklace: Lolita Ribbon Choker by Glitterati.
Bangles: Red Bangles by Plus.
Nails: Naive in Red by Je Suis.
Shoes: Metallic Flats by alaskametro.
Shopping Bag: Juicy Shopping Bag from Juicy Shapes and Poses.

Hair: Briony With Roots by Truth.
Skin: Mila (Pearl Base) with Jaffa Lipstick Tattoo by LeLutka.
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Grey/Green by IKON.
Eye liner: Green Liquid Liner by LeLutka.
Lingerie: Angel Bra and Panties in Red by The Bishes Inc.
Necklace: Chained Heart by JuJu's Closet.
Earrings: Red Teardrop Earrings by Izzie's.
Glasses: Oversized Sunglasses by Izzie's.
Nails and Rings: Sharp Nails and Rings by Utopia.
Shoes: Cherie X-treme Heels in Red Passion by N-Core.
Shopping Bag: Juicy Shopping Bag from Juicy Shapes and Poses.

As I am probably dropped from most of the feeds, it will take me a while to figure which ones but if you found my blog, thanks for reading.

Wanna Be In My Harum?

Take a look at these gorgeous pants from Celoe called 'Yasmine' in the Regal tone.  Harum cut to the ankles, I love the drape that Celoe is renowned for.  I paired them with Azoury Les Boots Miliana which Lady GaGa would heartily approve of.

I also adore this Celoe Clara Corset top in Gloom.   Fits like a doctor's glove and shows the girls off for all they're worth.  I particularly love the fact that it is pinched at the waist and slightly flares are the hips.  STUNNING.

I also adore this simple do from Bliss Couture called 'Sinning' in Champagne tone.  Simple but very effective and perfectly flatters the face.

I donned the Straw Tote bag in Black from mon tissu.  A great GREAT bag let me tell you.

The jewellery is from Eclectica called 'Nouveau Leaves' with a color/size change hud providing a plethora of combinations.  Gorgeous pieces from the incomparable Tiffy Vella, who's imagination knows no bounds.

Pics were taken at Water Reserve where you will find emm shop and scribbled hearts.

Here 'tis:
Skin: Linn in Light from Glam Affair
Eyes: Mint from Ikon
Tattoo Eyeshadow: Green Strong Kajal by LPD
Hair: Sinning in Champagne by Bliss Couture
Shoes: Les Boots Miliana by Azoury
Pants: Yasmine in Regal by Celoe
Corset Top: Clara Corset in Gloom by Celoe
Bag: Straw Tote Bag in Black from mon tissu
Jewelery: Nouveau Leaves by Eclectica

The Power Is In The Flowers.

My blogging has been very infrequent of late because in RL, my mum has terminal cancer and in a phase the palliative care workers call 'end of life'.  We have made a decision her and I, that she will stay at home with me and I will be her carer until she passes.  It is totally my privilege and honor to do this but it's soooooooooooo tough.  SL hasn't offered me any enjoyment or escapism at the moment so I will blog when the mood takes me.  Tonight it did.

I put together a casual little number full of color with varying textures and patterns.  Worn with a simple pair of thongs (ok you people up above...flip flops), it's a comfy, casual look you can wear if you don't mind being noticed.

I chose this bag because at the moment our house is full of beautiful flowers that have been sent to mum and are in nearly every room.  It called the 'Summer Bag' by Boudoir.  Very apt given we are heading into spring/summer down here.

The jeans are also from Boudoir called 'Printed Denim Jeans' and as I've always been partial to a bit of shabby chic, sit well with me.

I've had this Katy Perry inspired top in my inventory for a while and unfortunately cannot find the shop where I purchased it.  I can tell you however, it was designed by Vylorna Demar.  This is a fairly new do from Truth called 'Soleil' in Swedish...very voluminous and sexy.

The pics were taken at Dreams - Space Illusion 11.

Where did Chalice get it..........
Hair - Soliel in Swedish from Truth
Skin - Linn in Light by Glam Affair
Eye Tattoo -  Liquid Glaze in Black by Boom
Eyes -  Utopia in Pale Grey Blue by IKON
Shoes - J's Flip Flops by J's MainShop
Jeans - Printed Denim Jeans (Sculpted) by Boudoir
Top - I Kissed A Girl And I Liked It designed by Vylorna Demar (sorry no LM)
Bag - Summer Bag by Boudoir
Earrings - Monica Earrings in Purple and Silver by Mandala
Rings - Paua Raga Oyster Rings in Gold and Silver by Zaara




 

Apple May Designs Night Night Sweetheart Sleepwear

Don't  do it girls.  Don't go to bed without removing ALL of you makeup.  Not like Chalice here who is lazy and flops into bed with her teddy after a hard night of partying.

This blogger sample back was in my inventory when I logged and when I saw them I thought of my beautiful bed.  The nightie and slippers also come in a soft blue color.  Great for the slumber party when only the girls, champagne and a good movie will do.  Teddy was also in the parcel cause every girls needs one.

These are from Apple May Designs Night Nigh Sweetheart range.  So hop in now for the most gorgeous mesh jim jams on the grid.

Hair by elikatira.
Skin by Nuuna's.

Sasha's So Teazy.

Could I be more behind in my blogging?  NO.  Goodness knows when Sasha Frangelli popped this is my post box but better late than never I say.

She has created the most daring big number called TEAZY.  Maybe you might wonder why the name until one turns around to show the back of the dress.  Only those with ripe, firm derrieres need apply when it comes to this dress.  Hey sweeties, we can all have one.

Shown in Baby Pink, remember that Sascha's Designs always offer's options, but I have shown one type of skirt in this set.

Hair: Baroque Hair in Baby Violet from Boudoir.
Skin: Linn in Light Tone from Glam Affair.
Lip Tattoo: Eccentric Lipstick in Rave from the skinnery
Eye Tattoo:  Gift Shop Pink by White Widow.
Shoes: Edgy Pumps in Lilac from House of Fox.
Necklace/Rings/Bracelets/Nails: Kabuki in Shangri-La Pink by Mandala.
Earrings: Monica earrings in Purple/silver by Mandala.
Dress: Teazy in Baby Pink by Sascha's Designs.

In Baby Blue:

Hair: Flower Hair by Boudoir.
Skin: Linn in Light Tone by Glam Affair.
Lashes: Elf Lashes by Boudoir.
Nails: By Mandala.
Bracelet: Heavy Metal by Paris Metro.
Rings: Rome by Finesmith.
Shoes: Wonder by Kalnins (me thinks the wonderful Maris Kanto left - boo hoo).
Dress: Teazy in Baby Blue from Sascha's Designs.

If anyone dropped my blog from syndication, can you please (PRETTY PLEASE), include me again.

Fifty Shades Of Grey...Shut That Book And Listen.

Am I the only one in the universe who hasn't read these yet?  When I was in hospital not so long back, all the patients were swapping around the book parts it resembled a library.  Regardless, I've stolen the name for my post title thanks to Ms. E. L. James. I love this little number I pulled together predominately from one of my favorite stores, mon tissu.

When I purchased the pleated skirt, gathered frill blouse and superb wool blend jacket, I wasn't sure how they would look together but  need not have worried because mon tissu just gets it RIGHT.  I mean look at the assembly of the woolen jacket with the pinched waist, over sized belt and perfect folds resting on the hips.  The cute shoes are also from mon tissu called Cottage Flats.

Look at that lovely shirt frill and flower decoration on the lapel called French Pouf.  What I loved most however, was the Traveler Bag also from mon tissu that has the most amazing detail  on it.   It's just so RIGHT.  Designer Elle Spot has certainly mastered quality fashion and perfectly engineered clothing pieces and I swear you have to go if you haven't already, although I can't imagine anyone who hasn't had the pleasure..

And I'd like to introduce my parrot called "Youidiot".  He does have a bit of trouble locating his stand and here he's contemplating a dip in the pool.  This is my new home called Modern One from Pre-Fabulous.  Just another in my massive home collection.  I love it guys and can't wait to see more in the future.

Hair:  Inverted in Marilyn tone by LeLutka
Skin:  Linn in Light tone by Glam Affair
Nails: Prim nails from Pixel Mode
Jacket: Wool Blend Jacket in Grey from mon tissu
Skirt: Highland skirt in Grey from mon tissu
Shirt: Gathered Frills Blouse in Grey from mon tissu
Shoes: Cottage Flats in Grey from mon tissu
Bag: Traveler Bag in Grey from mon tissu

Yes I'm wearing the same designer but I still combined separates to form a great, classic outfit but with a modern touch.

Remember Me? No! Don't Answer That.

Oh my wordy yes it's been like forever since my last post.  Life has spun 180 and everything is different.  I upgraded computer's and haven't yet been able to workout how to download Photoshop CS5 to my Windows 7.  I'm doing something wrong and I just can't work it out...YET.

Anyway I do have Paint Shop Pro x2 and while I love my Photoshop, it will have to do until I work this thing out.

Here I am in simply my favorite hat in SL, the Cristianna from Donna Flora sitting atop my new 148 hair from W&Y.

I adore this "Sweet Celeste" dress from Boudoir.  The flower filled skit of soft pinks and beige tones just ripples with every move and the beige corset has lots of lovely detail making it so realistic.  The "Pony Girl" boots are also a from Boudoir.  I find Nemisis tights just the best as they are so well textured and you don't have unsightly seams and mismatching.  I also vote the 'mery'' gloves from celoe the best on the grid.

Yes it's that time of year again when all the kitty cat claws come out to play on "Agency Report" commenting on Miss Virtual World.  One has to ask is it really all worth it to chase a dream that isn't even real.  Oh well, each to their own.

"Well, you know what they say: if you don't have anything nice to say about anybody, come sit by me! ".

Character Claree Belcher - Steel Magnolias.

My threads:
Hair: 148 hair from W&Y.
Skin: Linn in Light from Glam Affair.
Freckle layer: Full body x Gen make up by Miamai.
Lashes: Serious Vamp Lashes from Boudoir.
Dress: Sweet Celeste from Boudoir. 
Shoes: Pony Girl from Boudoir. 
Tights: Criminal Tights by Nemasis.
Gloves: Mery gloves from celoe. 
Hat: Cristianna from Donna Flora.
Earrings: Dimensions Color Change Earrings in Onyx by Chloe.
Necklace: Antique Rose Necklace created by Pecorine Vita (no LM - sorry).