Eyes Wide Shut

Here is a busy number that I styled around the fab "Mohair Mo Problems Cock Feather" jacket from Lush.  I'm a recent visitor to the store but I love what I saw and will definitely become a regular.

I was fortunate to be able to fit another mesh layer, the corset, under the jacket.  I think gloves are utterly overlooked but I wear them at every opportunity.  The Celoe mesh gloves are AMAZING as is all of their goods.

As you can see, I'm not in hospital yet as it seems we have a bed shortage.  Never mind, at least I get to blog some more.

Jumping in on Strawberry Singh's wonderful meme idea, I am putting together one about blogging because I'm really interested to know about the process we all go through and what inspires us.  Stay tuned....

Style Card:

Hair: Gillian in Champagne color by Ohmai
Skin: Zoe in Pearl tone by Tuli
Lips: Lip tattoo (Intense Coral) by Tuli
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Grey-Green by IKON
Jacket: Mohair Mo Problems Cock Feather jacket from Lush
Corset: Clara corset in Gloom color by Celoe
Pants: Cloer by Amarelo Manga
Shoes: Salience heels by Maitreya
Bag:Leather Satchel in Black by Maitreya
Necklace: Feather Collar by So Many Styles
Earrings:Leather Feather earrings by Mandala
Gloves: Mery gloves in Mine tone by Celoe
Location: Bay City

You Cast A Spell On Me

Just a quickie from the front line of fashion fabulousness, here's a sophisticated look by the wonderful label, Loovus Dzavavor.  I have no idea how to pronounce the second name but with fashion as wonderful as this, LD will do me.  WOW.  Miss Vikeeeah Xevion has a stunning collection and I'm so excited and eager to buy more.  I purchased the shoes there also which match the dress and felt that slick locks and minimal accessories would do this bold print justice.

 
So for fashionista's who like to look sophisticated and polished from head to toe, this label has it all.

SYLE FILE:

Hair and bun attachment: Parted Hair Updo with attachment bun and hair band by Paper Couture
Skin: Zoe in Pearl tone by Tuli
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Glass by IKON
Dress: Boheme dress by Loovus Dzavavor
Bag: Garbo Clutch by Little Petite Details
Shoes: Spring Time Printed Pumps by Loovus Dzavavor
Earrings: Noodle earrings by Mandala

I Will Love You Until You Learn To Love Yourself

O.M.G.  Why didn't anyone tell me that DeLa was selling hair?  That was very mean of you.  I've always been a big DeLa fan and when I TP'd in and saw HAIR, well I was elated and I think I hyperventilated a bit.  Here I'm wearing "Popo 11" and I adore it. 

Now I want to introduce you to a designer that I stumbled upon yesterday.  It's always a thrill to come across a shop that you didn't know about and even better when you like their stuff.  The store is "Alice Blue" and the Flopsy Blue Cardigan and Pink Orchid Tank are purchased together and come in other colors and designs on the tank.  My god I love it and I think the designer Aaliyah Imari is very talented indeed...do go check out her shop.  She sells clothes, jewelery and lots of other things.

Looks like I might be going into hospital tomorrow so if I go awol, I'll be back.

Credit goes to:

Hair: Popo 11 in Blond #1 tone by DeLa
Skin: Zoe in Pearl tone by Tuli
Eyes: Eternal Eyes in Glass by IKON
Tank and Cardigan: Flopsy in Blue by Alice Blue
Skirt: Jane Denim Micro Mini by DeLa
Socks: Maxine Blush socks by Mimikri
Shoes: Stella in Tea Rose color by DeLa
Bag: Frivolity Bag by Paper Couture - not in shop but you could ask.

Thank You For The Music

Hello darlings.  I hope your day is going well and since you asked, mine has turned to s%$t.  Woke up this morning and went to the mail box.  What greeted me?  A whopping AUS$7,600 account from my solicitor for services rendered thus far in respect to the financial disbursement of assets with my ex-husband.  I mean we haven't even agreed on anything yet because 'the bum' won't turn up to any conciliation meetings.  Boo hoo for me.  Why are people so cruel?  The person you invest your love in can just turn against you and want to see you fall.  I'm not one of those people and that's why I can't understand that kind of mentality.  Anyway, life is a journey and unfortunately mine has taken me to places I don't care to visit but they tell me it will pass.  I sure do hope so. 

Now onto the fashion.  I found this fab coat at Vero Modero the other day.  I love the simplicity of it.  I remembered the smart black and white hand bag from Meiling in my inventory and voila, a smart combo is born.  I couldn't love Mandala jewelery any more if I tried and I nabbed these gorgeous earrings called Omochi in Silver.  I wish I owned everything in the store.

Actually, Chalice looks like I feel.  Brow beaten and battle weary lol. 

I am wondering if anyone else has a problem with their shoes when you turn your preferences to the maximum?  In some heels, my foot sticks out of the shoes despite having all the relevant pieces attached to my avatar.  Very annoying when you pick that perfect pair of shoes and you can't wear them.  I have renderingvolumelod and renderingavatarlod set to 5 or 6 and Anisotropic Filtering set to 8x but it doesn't make a difference.  It's only when I turn down my slider to mild that it disappears.  Any thoughts????

Style:

Hair: From W&Y Hair
Skin: Claudia 2 by LAQ
Eyes: Utopia Eyes in Trojan Blue by IKON
Coat: Ipek Coat by Vero Modero
Bag: Meiling Signature Canvass Tote by Meiling
Shoes: XiuLan Embellished Platform Heels by Liv-Glam
Earrings: Omochi in Silver by Mandala
Nails: Nail Glove by DownDownDown

Orquidea Brings Out The Animal In Me

I'm feeling wild and free in this sexy little number from Orquidea.  Beautifully fitted with excellent material folds brings this outfit to life.  See the draping across the breasts...this must be so hard to do with black but its certainly been achieved with this don't you think?

I added a little belt from LeLuka 'Barbo' that chains up at the front.

I searched for ages to find the right shoes and came across these wedges in a similar leopard print from Peqe.

Go visit Orquidea where you'll find a great variety of different items from avant garde face tattoo's to formal dresses.  Your limo awaits you below...

CREDIT:

Hair: Shoop hair in Marilyn tone by LeLutka
Skin: Claudia 2 by LAQ
Eyes: Deep Sky Eyes in Monet Dusk by Mayfly
Dress: Wrap Dress by Orquidea
Shoes: G Wedges in Leopard Print by Peqe
Belt: Barbo belt in Black by LeLutka
Bag: Everyday Purse in Black by So Many Styles
Nails: Nail Glove by DownDownDown

My SL Pet Peeves Meme - Chalice

Doesn't Strawberry Singh come up with the best ideas to open up the blogger community that allows us to get to know each other better?  I swear that I had been tossing around a blog post about my favorite and least favorite things in SL...I must be psychic.

Anyway I thought I would join in her Pet Peeves Meme and hope I don't upset anyone in the process.  I purposefully haven't read anyone elses meme yet so that my responses are off the top of my head and aren't influenced by the peeves of others.  My peeve level isn't that high so please don't be offended if I mention something YOU do because in the scheme of things, its not very important and you have every right to do it, unless its illegal or hurtful to others of course.

Number 1
Bloggers who end up with gigantic pictures on the feeds.   

Number 2
Those really weird and anatomically impossible hips and thighs.  The avi's with a Grand Canyon gap between their legs so that their undies look like dental floss.  Its funny how my eye is immediately drawn to their genitals.

Number 3
People you don't know who walk up to you in SL and stand an inch from your face.  Although Chalice is so tall it's usually the navel.  Sometimes they just push you and sometimes they ask for money.  I'm so stunned by the number of times I'm at a sim taking pics for the blog and in a static pose when people walk straight up and push my avi around.

Number 4
When you buy an outfit and it's nothing like the vendor poster when you put it on.  Fortunately it doesn't happen to me very often but every now and then I buy something that no amount of body tweaking will make it look passable, let alone good.

Number 5
People emoting baby stuff in a crowd and also that giggling noise you often hear.  This is probably my least favorite thing about SL  Like most things in life though, because you have an aversion to something you tend to notice it more.

Thanks for the great idea Berry.  
    

Waltzing Matilda With Me???

Aussie, Aussie, Aussie.  Oi, Oi, Oi.  I'm Aussie all over in this cute Punk Racerback singlet showing the Australian flag from Miel.  If you are feeling patriotic, head over to Miel to see if your country is represented.

These fabulous jeans including the belt are from Maitreya called BF Jeans and are my absolute favorite from all the jeans I own.

I love the racer back design...very sexy.  Look at the back pockets of the jeans...perfectly threading.  Don't you just love it when you wear your jeans in over the years until they're just perfect?  The thought of breaking in another pair of jeans just sends you reeling!

Keeping with the flag theme, albeit now the UK flag, I purchased these Wild Shoes at The Dressing Room made by Just Design a few days ago.  A total steal and I love them.

These pics were shot at a wonderful sim called Neva River.  I'm sure most of you have heard/visited; however, for those of you who have not, it's beautiful and has loads of photo opportunities.

THE STYLE:

Hair: Jane in Bashful tone by Raspberry
Skin: Gem in Pearl tone by LeLutka
Eyes: Deep Sky Eyes in Monet Dusk tone by Mayfly
Top: Punk Racerback (Oz) by Miel
Jeans: BF Jeans by Maitreya
Bag: Bellissima in Wine color by Bare Rose
Shoes: Wild shoes by Justice Design purchased at The Dressing Room
Scarf: Long Scarf in Sangria color by Maitreya
Earrings: Seven Earrings in Burnt Gold color by Indyra Originals
Bracelet: Royal Blue Bracelet from Je Suis
Watch: Gloria by Donna Flora
Nails: Nail Glove by DownDownDown
Location: Neva River

I'm Addicted And I Just Can't Get Enough

Holy father of fashion, I LOVE this red and black leather dress from Mina. Try and tear it off me...I'll be wearing this for a few days for sure!  I also purchased the red and black leather boots that match so well.  Mina sell a lot of hair which I'm wearing but when I spotted this dress, I was mightily impressed.

 

Hair: Ainslinn by Mina
Skin: Mya by Belleza
Eyes: By IKON
Dress: Red/Black Leather Dress from Mina
Leggings: Broken Leggings by Emery
Boots: High Boots in Red and Black by Mina
Bag: By Emery
Hair band: Tulip Headband by Miel
Bangles: Red Suede Bracelets by Je Suis
Earrings: Antonia Black Earrings by DeLa 
Location: The Legion Project

Spring Into Spring

Ladies Who Lunch (LWL) is celebrating spring with a new collection and I couldn't resist this stunning blazer and shorts set in Spring Green that became available after their Fashion Show with Avenue on Sunday (31st March).  There are 150 new pieces created by LWL so we won't be short of impeccable fashion to bring in the new season.

 
The boots shown are also from LWL called Sascha Wedges in Bouquet.

This outfit comes in a huge array of pastel colors...so go check it out.

WHERE:

Hair: Famke by Mina Hair
Skin: Gem in Pearl tone by LeLutka
Jacket and Shorts: Marlo Blazer and Shorts in Spring Green by Ladies Who Lunch
Tank: Teddy Top by Mimikri
Bag: Lime Satchel by Nvious by GG
Shoes:Sascha Wedges in Bouquet by Ladies Who Lunch
Glasses: Diva Glasses in Beige by Donna Flora
Necklace: By Justice Fashion
Watch: Gloria by Donna Flora

For The Love Of Autumn

While you lucky bunnies are enjoying Spring in the North, we down-under have sashayed into Autumn.  A season I admit I love particularly when the leaves turn russet and we can snuggle inside by the fire.

I've put together an executive look for the smart working girl.  The shirt, pants and belt make up the outfit called 'Marve' from Vero Modero.  Very tailored and well put together..

Ok.  Off to work she goes looking every inch the professional.

STYLE:

Hair: Electra hair in Marilyn tone by LeLutka
Skin: Opera Chic in Light Rose by Essences
Make Up Tattoo's: Sinful lipstick for Pearl tone skin by LeLutka and Dusty Eyeshadow in Electric Lime by cheLLe
Eyes: Liquid Light Eyes in True Grey by Mayfly
Shirt, Belt and Pants: Marve by Vero Modero
Bag: Leather Satchel in Black by Maitreya
Shoes: XiuLan Embellished Platform Heels by Liv-Glam
Earrings: Tres Chic by Lazuri
Ring: Claddagh ring by Eclectica Jewelery
Nails: Leaf Color Glove nails by DownDownDown
Location: The Legion Project-Port Said

Starships Were Mean't To Fly

Hey up.  Gizza just released this great number called the 'Fragrant Henna' dress which they describe as a mix of  'hippie chic and London boho'.  Available in six different colors, it is ethnic fashion to me which I love.  I imagine myself at an exclusive resort having lunch by the pool in this dress.

I actually ran around Gizza looking for accessories and found the hair piece, bag and necklace.

This look is what I wore when I went on my big world trip a couple of years ago.  I stayed at the Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi and remember wearing something like this for dinner one night.  Great work Gizza.

THE SHOPPING:

Hair: Blake hair in Marilyn tone by LeLutka
Skin: Mya in Pale tone by Belleza
Eyes: Liquid Light eyes in True Grey by Mayfly
Dress: Fragrant Hanna dress in Soil by Gizza
Bag: Mesh Clutch in Black by Gizza
Shoes: Nikki by Redgrave
Necklace: Stone Age by Gizza
Hair Piece: Peony Widow by LaGyo sold at Gizza

It's So Easy Being Green

Here is the new release dress from Sascha's Designs called Acacia in Emerald.  Available with various skirt options, I chose to wear the split ruff version which is super sexy and gives a bit of cheek at the back.  The colors include apricot, black, lavendel, red, seafoam, tan and white.   

Thank you Sascha.  Its a stunning dress.  You all have to go visit her shop, it's got everything a formal-loving diva would ever want.

Style Credits:
Hair: Chanel Drops in Essence tone by Vanity Hair
Skin: Mya in Pale tone by Belleza
Eyes: True Grey by Mayfly
Dress: Acacia in Emerald by Sascha's Designs
Gloves: Green Leather Fur Gloves by Ranena Olivier Couture
Shoes: Rhapsody in Black by BSD Design Studio
Necklace: Black Diamond by 24Shoo Shoes

Because Of You I Don't Stray Too Far From The Sidewalk

Hello bunnies.  Well another night where sleep escapes me so thought I would style another outfit that I purchased recently.  I headed over to the amazing Hazadous sim to take the photo's.  If you haven't visited, you simply must.

Well we have more fair's and hunts to poke a stick at and most of you will be running around like headless chickens trying to cram them in.  We really are spoiled for choice these days and I'm grateful to other blogs who showcase whats available.  

Check it out

Hair: Juliet in French Vanilla tone by Sugarsmack
Skin: Luria by Glam Affair
Make Up Tattoo's: Brows by Blackliquid, Dusty eyeshadow by cheLLe and Love My Eyes Eyeliner and lashes by Boom.
Eyes: Liquid Light Eyes in True Grey by Mayfly
Nails: Candy Nails (Glove) in Pink Gloss by DownDownDown
Dress: Milla Sweater Dress in Rose Smoke by Maitreya
Scarf: Dolce Scarf in Nude color by Cashmere & Keane
Bag: Romance Bag by Maitreya
Shoes: Bow Back Shoes in Browns including socks by TokiD
Watch: Gloria by Donna Flora (color change)
Earrings: Violetta earrings by Donna Flora (Gift)
Location: Hazardous

Don't Worry, Be Hippy

Stuffed after a long day of shopping, Chalice took a seat to rest her feet and her bank balance.  I found these chairs at DownDownDown and they contain 5 different poses.  Quirky eh?

Still in my love affair with brown and different colors, I found this funky little dress at Shine called "Urban Hippie".  I lucked in when I found the cute tote at Auxiliary and hoped it would work.  I like the combination.

I added these tights from Riddle, a belt from Coco and boots from Maitreya.

I didn't make the cut to become a Vero Modero model, but hey, it's failures that makes us try harder.  Congrats go to the successful models.

Style Card

Hair: Lewna by Ploom
Skin: New Romance by Auxiliary
Make Up tattoo's: Cyan Glitter shadow and Just Gloss lips by Blackliquid
Eyes: True Grey by Mayfly
Dress: Urban Hippie by Shine by [ZD] Design
Belt: Wide Belt in Brown by Coco
Bag: Tiny Tote in Cocoa by Auxiliary
Shoes: August Ankle Boots in Dark Grey by Maitreya
Watch: Gloria Watch by Donna Flora
Earrings: Anaya Turquoise Earrings by Zaara
Bangle:Turquoise and Leather Cuff from Willow
Ring: Raga Oyster Ring by Zaara
Nails: Candy Set (Nail Glove) by DownDownDown
Chair Props: DownDownDown

You're A Trouble Maker Girl

Look at moi in my new dress from Vero Modero called "Ayla".  Wear if you dare because it's so wonderfully bright it could cause a traffic accident.  Aren't the material folds fantastic?  I went to the Vero Modero model call today and it was great to be back on the runway again.  I forgot how much fun it was and will be sure to keep an eye out for other auditions.

 
I found the cute geometric bag at The Secret Store and the shoes from Maitreya.  Love how this works so well together.

Bangles are from [glow] studio and the nail gloves from DownDownDown Main Shop.  I actually don't mind using a nail glove rather than prim/mesh nails because I'm rubbish at fitting them plus when the hand closes in some poses, the nails sit in mid air.  Me no like that.

Hope you all get lots of Easter eggs darlings but don't eat them all at once (says she chowing down on an egg).

STYLE -

Hair: Charli in Natural Blond by Maitreya
Skin: New Romance from Auxiliary
Lip and eye shadow tattoo: Psychedelic Palette by Croire 
Dress: Ayla from Vero Modero
Bangles: Woven Chain Bracelet in Gold by [glow] studio
Bag: Funky Tango Bag by The Secret Store
Glasses: Rhamona Sun Glasses in Orange by Amarelo Manga
Shoes: Frenzy Retro in Yellow by Maitreya
Nail glove: Color Set from DownDownDown Main Shop
Eyes: Icy Eyes by WAP Design - designer Trilly Sands has not included a LM - WAP and Rockshop are in the same store; however, I could not find a LM in search so perhaps contact her.