Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival

One of the popular set of events on the Australian fashion calendar is the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival incorporating the Melbourne Cup and Crown Oaks Day also known as Ladies Day. Oaks Day is a time honored tradition where women take the opportunity to express their own signature style as Flemington hosts one of the world’s greatest outdoor fashion events.

Here I've put together some pieces from various designers in honor of these amazing events that Melbourne seem to do so well.  Of course expression comes in many forms and for me, isn't always about keeping in the lines as you'll see by my unorthodox combination's.

Skin:  Dahlia Sunkissed by Dekade Skins.
Hair:  Dekade blond base and hair decor.
Lashes:  Innocent by glow studio
Dress:  'Kathy' by Covergirl
Hat: Le Rosa by 3636
Earrings: Zoee in Silver by LeeZu
Bag: Dream in Silver by Baiastice
Bracelet: Dark Gold by Baiastice
Shoes: La Sauvage in Yellow by Courtisane

Skin: Drama in Pale from the Lola line designed by Tik Tok
Hair: Rosalind in Blond from Djinn and Tonic
Lashes: Innocent from glow studio
Dress: Somnium by Boom
Earrings: Black Shadow by glow studio
Bag: Red Clutch by redesigns (designer Monyo Kararan)
Shoes: Hanna in Black by Maitreya Gold

Skin:  Zora by Lionskins
Hair: Lexington in Nova blonde by Vanity Hair
Lashes:  Rhapsody by glow studio
Dress:  Andi Dress (group gift) by Chantkare
Boa:  Lovely Brown Fur Neck by Orange Couture
Bag:  Croco by Septem Essentials
Hat: The Fanciest Party You Never Attended by Split Pea
Socks: Lilac Suspenders by Pig
Shoes:  Mishima Dawn in Bistre by Maitreya

Skin:  Tuwa in Pale from Ricielli
Hair: Lucrecia in Nova Blond from Vanity Hair
Hair Piece:  Never Head Jewel by Miamai
Lashes: Tuwa by Ricielli
Top: Ballone Top in Lilac from Ricielli
Pants: Burleske Tights by LeeZu
Belt: Pashmina Belt in Blue by Veschi
Bag: Camelia Pochette in Black from Baiastice
Shoes: Rediaie Boots in Black/Pink by Lurani

Skin:  Eclat in Light tone from LeLutka
Hair: Avon in Intense color from Vanity Hair
Dress:  Joy in Black by Orange Couture
Hat: Bitter Hat from Baiastice (modified)
Hat Attachment:  Quicksiver Hat by Vita's Boudoir
Bag: Pida in Ice from Baiastice
Bangles:  Metalic Tres in Silver from Armidi
Shoes: Hanna from Maitreya Gold

Well my attempt to have guests on my couch, figuratively speaking, (see previous posts) has fallen on it's ass. That's what you get when you're a 'has been' or perhaps 'a never was'. No-one wants to play anymore. lol The offer still stands however.

PS - I'm still sick. Cold has turned into bronchitis dammit.

Out And About With Chalice - Lurani Fashion Show

Isn't it always the way?  You plan your SLocial life and then the grid doesn't want to play.  Such was my luck today when I was preparing to attend the Lurani Fashion Show produced by Maritima Inc.  I was styling an outfit and as I always do before entering a lag filled situation, turned down my graphics and cleared cachet.  Upon re-logging I just couldn't get rid of my 'boxy' look.  Despite 'RenderVolumeLodFactor' being turned up, my hair looked like a set of kids building blocks not to mention my feathers were less than billowy.  Not known for my patience, swearing seemed the only thing to make me feel better.  Nonetheless I arrived at the fashion show while still in progress.

My outfit for the fashion show.  I'm still spitting out  feathers.

Turning up wearing predominantly Lurani, I was thrilled to see the viewing gallery full and the models gorgeous.

I loved the collection and encourage you all to drop in to say hi to Gisele Mubble and check out the pieces. Great show Gisele, Maritima and models. It just makes me wish I had more time in SL...I'd go to the opening of an envelope you know.

Lurani Fashion Show - October 23 at 6pm SLT.

"Lurani" Fashion Show on 23rd of October 2010 at 6pm SLT

Designer Gisele Mubble invites one and all to her fashion show which promises to be sensational.

Held at Maritima Inc., enjoy the stunning Maritima models who will rock the runway off its foundations. 

Visit http://maritimainc.wordpress.com for more information.

Support SL designers.

Covergirl And Friends.

Will someone slap me out of my black and white phase? I couldn't resist this floaty little dress and/or top from Covergirl that I picked up the other day. Simply called 'Dona', I felt black flares were in order along with my old faithful Bitch Booties from Stiletto Moody and my new Maitreya hair called 'Kim'. Here is another fabulous Septum Essentials bag called 'Starbow' that is black with gold hardware. Lastly but never least, I am wearing Isolde skin from Exodi that was available last week for a steal from The Dressing Room. Stunning skin - dewy and fresh as spring.

The End Of Fabulous Fashion With Angie Mornington. How Sad.

Chalice is very sad tonight with the breaking news that Fabulous Fashion, produced by Perfect World Productions, has taped its last show. Read here.

I was an avid fan of Angie Mornington and enjoyed seeing friends and SL residents I hadn't yet met feature on her show. The last episode presented by Kay Fairey has unearthed yet another side to Kay's already bulging repertoire of talents. Brilliant job Kay.

I realize that SL is an ever changing environment and that nothing is forever but I'm not quite ready to say bye bye to Fab Fashion.

Best of luck to Angie, Paisley and Bliss in your future endeavors. You are a group of women who have definitely made a dent in SL entertainment.

A tear.

I Put Out A Pumpkin But It Baked In The Sun.

I've never celebrated Halloween but to get into the spirit, I did decorate my garden with a few strategically placed pumpkins. Unfortunately, the Aussie heat baked them to a crisp. While I appreciate the beauty of Autumn, we down South are heading toward Summer and that means bikini's, sunblock and waxing (definitely not in that order).

To mark the fact that it's going to be 30C (86F) today, Chalice went out to buy a new pair of kini's and was elated to find these from Cover Girl, another gem from the Japan Canvas sim. With cute prim bows at the hips and cleavage, the muted tones, the straight seams and the cut, they look very realistic.

What I love about these bikini's called Vague in Citron is they cover of multitude of pixel sins particularly around the derriere. These aren't dental floss but they're still very sexy and I love the lines.

No camel toe here girls. See how it sits on your Tra La La?

Unlike the thong look, there's no ugly canyon butt, just two round, juicy peaches ripe for the picking.

So well done fnzo Takacs, the designer from Cover Girl. You nailed this swimwear.

I gatecrashed the Costa Rica Sim's for this photo set but in the end they sent Vic Zuzu down to escort me off the premises. Luckily for me he tripped on his flip flops and I got away.

PS - I'm sending out a big Happy Rezz Day message to my SL friend, EnCore Mayne. Four years and counting. Go you sweet thing.

I'm Frilled.

RL me has a shocking cold and while I'm in bed taking all the TLC I can get, I could just about muster a small, restful shopping adventure. I stumbled upon the Japan Canvas sim and discovered three new shops...Yorim's Factory, MNK*Shop and Septem Essentials for handbags.

Even among my dirty tissues, lemon and honey drink and hacking cough, I put together this little number that brings together feminine frills with the starkness of black and white to create an edgy yet feminine look.

An updo and no earrings creates a great frame for this high neck shirt with oversize neck bow.

I love the frill in the shirt peaking under the vest. These MNK*Shop Capri's follow on the theme with a delicate frill at the cuff.

Cute even from the back. Heels from Maitreya Gold colored black/white and the Septem fringe handbag all add to the monochrome look that manages to remain feminine.

Do go check out the Japan Canvas sim and in particular, these shops.

All from Japan Canvas Sim:
Shirt, Vest and Bow: Chiffon Frilly Blouse and Vest by Yorim's Factory
Pants: Milky White Capri's from MNK*Shop
Bag: Sway Fringe Handbag in Silver by Septem Essentials

Other honorable mentions:
Hair: Mirabella in Natural Blond from Maitreya
Skin: Lola in Sunkissed from LeLutka
Nails: J's Main Store
Shoes: Espirit Xtd by Maitreya Gold
Bracelet: Fairy Tail

As I tend to do, shots taken at the sim.

On The Couch With Chalice - Come Be My Guest

Want to promote yourself, share your story or just show off your fabulousness? Do it here on Chalice In Wonderland. Follow the instructions below.

Can't wait to meet you.

How do I feature on Chalice In Wonderland?

• Create a note card and ensure you have your SL name in the title so I know who you are.
• Cut and paste the questions below on to the note card and answer them. 
• I will use between 1 and 3 pictures (no bigger than 1024 x 1024).
• Attach the pictures to the note card, making sure they are full permissions.
• Send in-world to Chalice Carling.

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Home Decor Kyoot Style.

Being in decorating mode once again, I wanted to share this wonderful photo frame idea from Kyoot Home. A great way to show off your nearest and dearest or perhaps just a tribute to YOU. Its chic items like this that transform your SL house into a home.

The Silhouette Photo Tree from Kyoot Home.

Pop on down to Kyoot for some inspiration.

Five First Dates - One Sascha's Designs Outfit.

Here's a sneak peek into Chalice's social life and a little tip that she uses to make dating easy. Forget all that standing in front of the wardrobe tossing outfits into the air wondering why it's so full but you can't find anything to wear. If you're busy like Chalice road testing her men, you just don't want all that angst hour after hour. Do as Chalice does...shop at Sascha's Designs and all that will be a thing of the past. One outfit...five looks. Who could ask for more?

Featured here is Sascha's new release Pirouette in Blue.

Date #1

Date #2

Date #3

Date #4

Date #5

Hair: Maitreya
Skin: LeLutka Eclat in Pale
Shoes: Maitreya Gold and Bax Coen Boots
Location: Chalice's new Eams House by NotSoBad

Be My Guest On Chalice In Wonderland.

Without you, SL would be a boring, bland place to live. It doesn't matter what you do in SL, it seems to me that the biggest commonality among us is the desire is to show our personal style through our avatars. For most of us, fashion is a massive component of our existence in SL and I would love to give those of you who want to 'show off', a forum to do so.

Chalice in Wonderland would love to feature residents who want to promote their beauty and style to a wider audience than just their friends. If you're looking to be discovered as a model, stylist, designer, anything at all, here is an opportunity to be seen over the fashion feeds. This is all about you and your message to the SL community so take some beautiful photo's and send them to me.

How do I feature on Chalice In Wonderland?

• Create a note card and ensure you have your SL name in the title so I know who you are.
• Cut and paste the questions below on to the note card and answer them. 
• I will use between 1 and 3 pictures (no bigger than 1024 x 1024).
• Attach the pictures to the note card, making sure they are full permissions.
• Send in-world to Chalice Carling.

That's it darlings. Let me show beautiful you on my blog and let the world share your story and bask in your fabulousness..

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I Love Lurani

Fashion Designer Gisele Mubble is the label Lurani. She has been on my radar for quite some time as I love her fun designs so much. Last week she dropped a couple of outfits to me and I'm always thrilled to review her wares. Sorry it has taken a week Gisele. RL work has been flogging me hard but I'm nearly at the end of my 5 week road trip and will have more time for blogging soon.

Without further ado, let me introduce you to two Lurani sets, a darling LBD called 'Cocktail Canvas' and a casual number called 'Blue Wool Sweater'.

Cocktail Canvas
Skin, Hairbase n Lashes: Lola in sunkissed by LeLutka
Hair attachment: Spagna in Sunkiss Blond by Baiastice
Hair Flower:  Tuli Headband in Licorice by Miel Am
Dress:  Cocktail Canvas by Lurani
Bag:  Red Clutch by Muism
Shoes: Avenda Stiletto's by SLink
Umbrella:  By Violator
Earrings:  Black Shaddow by Glow

Blue Wool Sweater
Skin, Hairbase n Lashes:  Lola in sunkissed by LeLutka
Hair attachment: Eolion in Tan Blonde by Baiastice
Headband: Velvet Tree Headband by Chantkare
Top, Pants and Scarf:  Blue Wool Sweater by Lurani
Bag:  Pida in Ice by Baiastice
Shoes:  Promenade Boots by Kalnins
Bracelet: Healing Koi in Water by Armidi
Earrings: Antonia in Silver by DeLa

Have a lovely day and thanks for dropping by.

The Trocadero by Sascha's Designs.

Thank you Sascha for once again allowing me to blog your amazing designs. This time I present The Trocadero in the richest of golds. Sascha's Designs is a label that never stops delivering beautiful dresses for every occasion but I do think her range of formal wear is knock out brilliant. Feminine to a fault, the mix of stunning materials and eye catching embellishments come together to create Oscar worthy gowns that most of us could only dream of wearing in RL.

I chose the stunning Gold color; however, the fat pack includes black, champage, choco, pink, purple, red, silver, teal, turquoise and white. Looking for a wedding dress? Well the white Trocadero would be perfect. Again, you get a variety of skirt options to mix it up and includes a gorgeous feather shawl and shoulder piece. The pictures below show you the different skirts.

Skin by LionSkins - The new Zora range.

Homage To The House Of Fox and LionSkins Zora Magic.

Oh wow. Juggling RL work and my love of SL fashion blogging is difficult and getting this story out has been a drawn out process. I'd just finished and went in world to find that House of Fox has closed. Fashionboi Lander had sent me these fabulous outfits created for Modavia Fashion Week and I began shooting them last weekend. I'm very sad about this but her profile does indicate that something else is underway. I hope so because I've been a Fashionboi fan for ages.

Thank you so much for the fashion memories House of Fox. While these outfits are now no longer available, I thought I would post them anyway to give credit to a very talented designer who I hope will continue to create her brand of sophisticated fashion.

Hair: Tiffany's Nova Blond by Vanity Hair
Skin & hair base:  Zora in Pale by LionSkins
Dress:  Armed Elegance by House of Fox
Earrings:  Petticoats by Junk
Shoes: Salience by Maitreya Gold

Hair: Miranda in Swedish by Truth
Skin:  Zora in Pale by LionSkins
Outfit:  Grey Day by House of Fox
Shoes: Allure by Maitreya
Lashes:  Vanity lashes by Glow
Bracelets: Nautical Bracelets by Storin
Ring: Fairy Tail

Hair: Tiffany's Nova Blond by Vanity Hair
Skin & hair base:  Zora in Pale by LionSkins
Dress:  Black Innocents by House of Fox
Earrings: Antonia in Brown by DeLa
Boots: Gwen Black and Gold Boots by Fuel
Lashes:  Vanity lashes by Glow
Stockings: Sweetie Black by Sweetest Goodbye

Hair: Lucrecia  Nova Blond by Vanity Hair
Skin & hair base:  Zora in Pale by LionSkins
Jacket: Bold Chic Jacket by House of Fox
Leggings: Goanna Leggings by LP Designs
Earrings/Necklace/Bracelet/Ring: Couture Pearls by House of Fox
Shoes: Anessa by Nardcotix
Lashes:  Vanity lashes by Glow

Hair: China Temptation  Blond by Vanity Hair
Skin & hair base:  Zora in Pale by LionSkins
Top:  Bold Jacket by House of Fox
Skirt: Gonnellone-Quadri by BiancaF
Earrings: Dangle Stud Diamond earrings by EathStones
Boots: Black and Red Boots by Ducknipple
Lashes:  Vanity lashes by Glow
Gloves: Fur Gloves by Atelier AM

Skin and hair base:  Zora in Pale by LionSkins
Outfit:  Lady Stone by House of Fox
Shoes: Saffron Pumps by LeLutka
Anklets: By Maitreya
Lashes:  Vanity lashes by Glow
Bracelets:Spiked Bracelet by Blitzed
Hair piece: ALB Flower by AnaLee Balut

Hair: Sublime Blond by Vanity Hair
Skin & hair base:  Zora in Pale by LionSkins
Outfit: Modern Couture by House of Fox
Stockings:  Couture Sliced Leg by Digit Darkes
Anklets: By Maitreya
Earrings: Diami White Gold by DeLa
Shoes:  Aveela Stiletto's by SLink
Lashes:  Vanity lashes by Glow

Hair: Avon Nova Blond by Vanity Hair
Skin & hair base:  Zora in Pale by LionSkins
Jacket: Pin Up Jacket in Cream by House of Fox
Skirt:  Urban Peasant Skirt by TOSL
Earrings: Elle Bead Earrings by Muse
Ring: Everyday Stone Ring by EarthStones
Bracelet: From Fairy Tail
Shoes: Mishima Dawn Patent Bistre by Maitreya
Stockings: Seamed Hose by Battered Boudoir
Lashes:  Vanity lashes by Glow
Hat: Fedora du Gaulle by Indy & Co

Hair: Agnes Hair Attachment from Baiastice
Skin & hair base:  Zora in Pale by LionSkins
Dress and Hat:  Statement In A Gown by House of Fox
Earrings: The Abyss Earrings by Glow Studio
Lashes:  Vanity lashes by Glow
Gloves: Grey Demure Lace Gloves by House of Nyla

Hair: Lexington Nova Blond by Vanity Hair
Skin & hair base:  Zora in Pale by LionSkins
Dress:  Trinity by House of Fox
Earrings: Claudia by DeLa
Shoes: Hanna by Maitreya
Stockings: Dark Brown by Yumyum
Lashes:  Vanity lashes by Glow
Hair Flower: Love The Flowers by amaij Cosmos
Necklace: Music Religion Necklace by Modern Gypsy

Hair: Colateral in Nova Blond by Vanity Hair
Skin & hair base:  Zora in Pale by LionSkins
Dress:  Wicked by House of Fox
Shoes: Prestige Boots by Bax Coen
Pants:Femme Sparro Pants by LG Concept
Lashes:  Vanity lashes by Glow
Hat: aLa Chanel Headpiece by Vain
Bangles: Pewter Night Bangles by Baubles Boho Jewelery
Rings: Lush Ring by Morantique and Broadway Star Cocktail Ring by Magpie

I'm just loving LionSkins' new Zora range. I had so much fun selecting these make up's for the shoot. There's so many to choose from and they just 'pop'.

Hurry back Fashionboi xxxxxxxx