Tuesday, December 31, 2013

"ignite the sky and let it shine"

I can't wait for 2014! I always get soooo excited about the new year because I think out with the old and in with the new. Course, a few days after the new year, I get awfully moody because I tend to break my new year's resolutions by January 2nd.

What are your plans for the new year? Celebrate it in style with PurpleMoon, this year's Avi's Choice for favorite female fashion designer. A little bit of sparkle goes a long way, and PurpleMoon's Dresha top comes with quite a few sequin tones via the color change hud.

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In fact, the Dresha blazer and pants are color or pattern changeable using huds too. Okay, over and out.  It's my first Las Vegas New Year's celebration, so I'm going to ring in the new year under the fireworks. See you in 2014!

Have a safe and happy new year's celebration!

Credits:
PurpleMoon Dresha
Lelutka Seiko
Slink heels
Pose Prop: Exposeur – Room of Balloons
Post title pinched from Katy Perry's Firework

Sunday, December 29, 2013

And may the odds be ever in your favor...

Yes, I saw Catching Fire! It inspired me to recreate my own Arcade Games. As an Arcade addict, I can get pretty mean when I want something. It costs too....but so much fun! 

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Credits: 

(fd) Snuggle Sweater by Toast Bard - Orange Sherbet (December Arcade)
(NO) Foam Wig - Clown by Polyester Patridge (December Arcade)
*katat0nik* (cupcake) Carousel Necklace (December Arcade)
LaGyo_Mariel Balloons Pink (December Arcade)
Tee*fy FoodWar Taiyaki Gun (December Arcade)
-Glam Affair - Gemma - Europa 02 A with Freckles 03 (December Arcade)
KOSH - Slink Applier Candy Cane Fingernails  (December Arcade)
{Sugar Heart} Sweet Factory Tights ~ Candy Shoppe RARE (Former Arcade Item)
Natural Beauty-Lashes 4 by Miah McAuley

Thursday, December 26, 2013

vintage fashion and reindeer games

 

Designer Showcase kaithleen

Credits:

Kaithleen's Vintage coat - Oldpink (Designer Showcase December 199L)
Izzie's - Tights plum
/Wasabi Pills/ Jade Mesh Hair - Wild honey
Candy Crunchers -Mixy The Deer (Acid Lily's Last Round)
The Secret Store - Ice Skates - Brown Plaid/Pompons - (December Arcade)
VCO - Gloves Necklace [BREAD 05] - (December Arcade)
-Glam Affair - Katya - Europa 03 E (Former Collabor88 Item)
Pose by Glitterati Ballet 10

Thursday, December 19, 2013

Winter Morning

I'm such a sucker for plaid! Prism Designs' Yesi in Winter Morning is a lovely soft pink shade. It's very girly girl if you are so inclined. It also comes with the shoes and the thigh high leg warmers. It's a mix and mash item because all pieces can be worn separately.

Morning Prism

Here's your lift to Prisms Designs! Happy shopping and happy holidays!

Credits:
Prism Designs Yesi in Winter Morning
Pose: Aushka & Co Skatter Pose 08
Hair: Clawtooth: Temptation - Dreamy Red with Bow (The Dec. Arcade)
Skin: Glam Affair Katya (formerly fr. Collabor88 event)

Tuesday, December 17, 2013

c'est la vie

Finally settled into my new home...and it still doesn't feel like home. Perhaps it's the time of year? I guess we all have to grow up someday. I'd visit Las Vegas once in awhile, but to actually live here is surreal. Slot machines everywhere! I've had a few friends say to go down to the strip and celebrate Las Vegas style.

c'est la vie

I'm actually looking forward to dressing up in real life, but, in SL, Prism Designs' Anastacia dress and matching mesh hat in Black Sequin is the perfect New Year's Eve party dress. It's a mesh body and a flexi skirt, so it has plenty of movement.

I added an additional pop of red with Zuri Rayna's Norena Star earrings and necklace set.

Prism and Zuri

Tis  the season to glam it up right? Happy holidays!

Credits:

Prism Designs Anastacia Dress - Black Sequin
Zuri Rayna Norena in black and red (thank you Zuri!)
Glam Affair Gemma (Arcade)
Pose 1: Di's Opera - Ravissante Line 1 - 5
Pose 2: label motion jewelry 4

Friday, December 6, 2013

An interesting read


In the article “Was Abraham Lincoln Gay?” By Adam Cecil, the author issues a response to a question written by a frequenter of the site. The question asks if the assertion of the Log Cabin Republicans, that Abraham Lincoln was indeed homosexual, is entirely valid. The author responds by elucidating that, despite the myriad of historic writings and journal entries by both close associates and even Lincoln himself hinting at this supposed disposition, their still remains a lack of concrete evidence to the claims that Abraham Lincoln was gay.

Richard Brookhiser wrote this editorial piece for the New York Times as a critical analysis and preview of C.A. Tripp’s book “The Intimate World of Abraham Lincoln.” In the article, Brookhiser explains that the author had died prior to the release of the book, leaving only the finished manuscript and never allowing time to fix any of the potential flaws in his research and sources. The author contends that, no matter what his sexual orientation, Abraham Lincoln was still a remarkable man who had remarkable achievements.

David Herbert Donald’s book “We are Lincoln men: Abraham Lincoln and his friends” is a biography of Abraham Lincoln, told through the eyes of his closest associates. While the book does not deal primarily with the question of whether or not Abraham Lincoln was gay, it does gloss over it in an attempt to lend real credence to the idea that Lincoln may in fact, could have been homosexual. According to William Herndon, Lincoln’s Illinois Law Partner of 16 years, Lincoln “was the most reticent and mostly secretive man that ever existed: he never opened his whole soul to any man."


This article, written by Tom Fudge of KBPS, is an interview with author Dorin Kearns Goodwin (“Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln) on the subject of whether or not Abraham Lincoln was gay. According to Kearns Goodwin, the assertion that Abraham Lincoln was gay primarily comes from a basic misunderstanding of 19th century life and manners. She contends that what would seem to be daily protocol in the eyes of a man from the 19th century would seem quite homoerotic to a man in the 21st century, especially because the man in the 21st century has had far more exposure to that type of lifestyle (usually through stereotypes and the media) than the 19th century man.

Harris discusses the new book called “The Intimate World of Abraham Lincoln” by C.A. Tripp, who was a former researcher for Alfred Kinsey. The book divulges letters between Lincoln and Speed which may unveil an intimate relationship. The book’s findings have been disputed by another researcher, David Donald, making this a political and relevant book for this controversial subject.

Author Martin P. Johnson, writer for the Journal of the Abraham Lincoln Association, has written this editorial piece as both an analysis of the question of whether or not Abraham Lincoln was gay, and as a summarized review of C.A. Tripp’s manuscript “The Intimate World of Abraham Lincoln.” Examining several sources of evidence both included in C.A. Tripp’s book and otherwise, the author asserts that the popular tales told by Lincoln’s contemporaries through their journals have been scandalized and that, while there may be truth to them, it is not these sources, but a primary source from whence the information was born, that would be of interest as concrete evidence in the quest for an answer to the question, “was Abraham Lincoln gay?”

Carol Lloyd wrote this periodical for Salon magazine back in 1999, when the question of whether or not Lincoln was gay was less a question posed by random citizens and more relegated to the dark corners of scholarly articles and speculation. This is the article that, by all accounts, gave the hypothesis popular credence, as very many of the sources in this annotated bibliography have cited this article and the sources within as primary evidence either for or against the idea that Abraham Lincoln was homosexual.

Sylvia Rhue, Ph.D. writes in an editorial for the Huffington post that Abraham Lincoln’s ambiguous relationships with several men over the course of his lifetime is proof enough to assert that Lincoln was actually gay. She goes on to note that “The studied impulse to make Lincoln absolutely heterosexual reflects a discernible societal discomfort with the complexities of human sexuality and sexual orientation, as well as deeply embedded streaks of homophobia.” Additionally, she cites the long held belief that Thomas Jefferson had been sleeping with one of his slaves as once just a myth, but proven after further discussion and research on the subject. Additionally, she provides a potential confidential insight into the possible answer to the question of Abraham Lincoln’s sexuality, when she relates the story told to her by Rev. Cindi Love, the executive director of soulforce. She says, “I have been researching Lincoln and found a lot about his relationships with men, and I am getting this from a many sources," I told her. "But I am puzzled about one thing: William Herndon has not mentioned or written anything that would indicate that Lincoln was gay." Rev. Love replies, "Well, here is the missing piece of your puzzle. My maiden name is Herndon. William Herndon was my great-great-uncle, and he was gay, and he was Lincoln's lover" (She went on to talk about how this information was handed down from generation to generation in the Herndon family).

An essay written for the History New Network, sponsored by George Mason University and written by the head of the Log Cabin Republican political action committee, W. Scott Thompson, asserts that there is overwhelming evidence that President Abraham Lincoln was undoubtedly homosexual. He references Lincolns ambiguous bonds with men, his lack of noted attraction to women, his decidedly “bad” marriage to Mary Todd Lincoln and his characteristics that fall somewhere over the line into femininity on the spectrum, not only by 21st century standards, but often enough by 19th century standards as well.


In his final written manuscript before his death, author C.A. Tripp, protégé to the late Alfred Kinsey, wrote a book entitled “The Intimate World of Abraham Lincoln.” In the book, Tripp opines that Abraham Lincoln was assuredly homosexual, and cites the now familiar evidence and reasons as to why that may be. This book is cited in nearly every previous source in this annotated bibliography, and to this day is widely considered the landmark work in the field of psychological analysis regarding President Abraham Lincoln. The evidence put forth in the pages of this book analyze President Lincoln’s own journal entries and those of his contemporaries, comparing and contrasting in order to cross examine what is and is not reliably factual, and considers the personal opinions of many of Lincoln’s closes friends and associates regarding his character. 

Sunday, November 10, 2013

land of enchantment

I do believe I'm having a quarter life crisis, so what does anyone do in my case? We put on a pretty gown and crown and wish ourselves away to fantasy. Reality is rough!

they never looked back

I've been packing all this week to relocate. I'm not shy about where I come from. I was born and raised in Albuquerque, and now I'm on my way to Las Vegas, Nevada. The city of sin... "Until you travel to that place you can't come back
Where the last pain is gone and all that's left is black" (Norah Jones, Danger Mouse and Danielle, "Black").

Of never asking why

Yes, I'm a little sad to move. Nevertheless, my post's point is to give you a look at Zuri Rayna's Sweetheart Tiara. It  is delicately majestic if that makes any sense.  If you want to wander SL and let everyone know that you are "the one who knocks" (Breaking Bad),  do it princess style!

Until you travel to that place you can't come back

Zuri Rayna Jewelry group members receive a 25% refund (after purchase) on the first and second floors, but don't forget to wear your group tags. Click here for your lift to Zuri Rayna Jewelry.

Credits:

  • Zuri Rayna~ Sweethearts Tiara ~ Cuppa / Gold

  • Zuri Rayna~Antique Cuppa/Mocha Pearl Bracelet

  • Sascha's Designs - Fools in Gold

  • Faenzo - UFFIE Hair

  • -Glam Affair - Candy - America - 03 D

  • Pose 1 by DelMay and Pose 2 and 3 by Morphine

  • Location Enchantment 


Thursday, October 31, 2013

mad labyrinth

Growing up in New Mexico, I heard plenty of scary stories...and one or two ghost stories. ;) One that will stay with me is the story of La Llorona. As the tale goes, La Llorona, or the weeping woman, fell in love with a man and drowned her children in order to be with him. He must have been a smart man because he refused her, so she drowned herself in a Mexican river. Heaven wouldn't have her either until she found her innocent children. If you are walking along a lake or river bank and hear her hopeless cries, some say it's a prediction for your death. So cover your ears and close your eyes until the wails cease otherwise it will be your blood on La Llorona's hands.


la llorona


As a child, that story terrified me, and hey, it's Halloween and I wanted to blog Mag<3 Ebony outfit. It's an exclusive item for the Mad Labyrinth Hunt. That maze is crazy! I tried to cheat and zoom around because I got lost lol. Check it out if you're still looking for something to do. It's on until November 5th. Happy Halloween!


Credits:




  • Ebony * Mag<3.B (with animation in Cage) and no glow headpiece

  • Exile Hair Lost in Wonderland

  • Glam Affair Katya Europa

  • Tears by Le Poppycock Highwayman Tears Sorrow

  • Location Haunting of Cozy Cove

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

It's almost Halloween, so everyone's entitled to one good scare

PurpleMoon's celebratory Halloween outfits are frightfully scary...

purplemoonblackwidow_2

...and devastatingly chic.

Happy Halloween

If you want to be the belle of your Halloween party...

pm halloween special

...or stand out as a guest....

PurpleMoon Black Widow

...stop by PurpleMoon and find a killer outfit or two.

Night before Halloween

Click here for your lift to PurpleMoon and check out this year's special Halloween editions. The Halloween Hunt ends on the 31st, so be on the look out for the 16 dark skulls.

  • Picture 1: PM Black Widow and Label Motion Dark Side Pose

  • Picture 2 and 3: PM Dietrich and WetCat Pose

  • Picture 4: PM Black Widow and Morphine Pose

  • Picture 5: PM Dark Couture (22000 Members Group Gift) and GA Pose

Monday, October 28, 2013

"let me be your ruler"

I seriously love Halloween. I'm also a fan of fairy tales, and I have no clue why, but Loordes of London Chashme made me feel like a contemporary queen, or shall I say a wicked contemporary queen.

Contemporary Queen

Can you guess who I am? Have some fun with Halloween!

Queen for a Day

Wearing something that doesn't scream token Halloween Costume will be a one of a kind outfit for the upcoming holiday. Happy shopping!

Credits:

Saturday, October 26, 2013

"ladies leave your man at home"

Liv Glam was this week's sponsor for 55L Thursday, and there are loads of items for you to choose from. I'm posting from Las Vegas, and driving in last night, I realized that I am seriously a small town girl. In the past, I've only flown in to Vegas and stayed on the strip, so I expected the bling and super bright lights there, but it seems like they are everywhere!

If I wasn't so sleepy, I would have hit the town. If you decide to hit the grid in style, you should really see Liv Glam's 55L Thursday goodies.

LIV Glam 55L Thursday

Click here for a lift to Liv Glam. Happy weekend!

Credits:

Laylah:

  • Liv Glam Mistake NR3

  • Pose: Exposeur Singles


Sunshine:

  •  Liv Glam Kill my Boyfriend

  • Pose: Glitterati


Post title pinched from Destiny's Child "Bumpin, Bumpin" because it played on the drive and won't leave my head

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

"the sun is eclipsed by the moon"

Zuri Rayna's Moon Elite Earrings and Necklace are bold pieces that will spice up your fall wardrobe.

Zuri Rayna

It's elite, so that means you can change the metal, gems, and collar.  Love color change jewelry because they offer versatility in a flash.

Zuri Rayna Two

All Zuri Rayna Jewelry group member get a 25% refund (after purchase) on the first and second floors with their group tags. Click here for a lift to Zuri Rayna Jewelry. Happy shopping!

Credits:

  • Zuri Rayna Moon Elite Earrings and Necklace

  • Coco Fur Stole in Gray

  • Coco Cropped Biker Jacket Tank Top

  • Coco Knee Boots in Black

  • PurpleMoon Milana Skirt in Black

  • Lelutka Swish Ponytail in Walnutwhip

  • Glam Affair Candy Skin 10

  • cheLLe Bohemian Beauty Under Eyeshadow in Purple

  • GA Mysteria Lashes and Liner

  • Pose 1 .::MORPHINE Store::. -  Insane Reason Set.1.6

  • Pose 2: Glitterati Closeup

  • Location: Zepplin Bar 

  • Post title pinched from Pink Floyd's "Eclipse"

Saturday, October 19, 2013

casual weekend

It's totally Saturday, but you can find Liv Glam's 55L Thursday items at the main store.  Do you appreciate the classics? John Lennon was and is an icon.

Liv Glam John Lennon

Maxi skirts are always so nice for fat days. Mind you, I never have fat days in SL, so I wear Maxi skirts because I love the style.

Liv Glam October 18

Click here , and find a lift to Liv Glam.  Happy shopping!

Sunshine:

  • [LG] K Collection All you need is Love with Shrug

  • +>A&A<+ Drippy Necklace - Tragic - Silver

  • fri. - Allison.Boots (Slink) - Soot

  • ""D!va"" Hair "Mimi" (Type B)(Red amber)

  • Belleza- Leila Pale R 4

  • Pose by Long Awkward Poses


Laylah:

  • [LG] Boutique-[ FALL-13] While You're Out Looking

  • Zuri Rayna~ Moon Elite Necklace

  • Glam Affair - Candy - America - 03 C

  • ^;^CaTwA^;^ Mesh Gaia [M] [1]

  • (Milk Motion) lambskin tote bag - w fur - arm pose - black


Location: It all Starts with a Smile

Saturday, October 12, 2013

"I let the melody shine"

Zuri Rayna's Antique Pearls are absolutely divine.  They are a new release and have a wonderful variety of shaded pearls and gemstones. Normally, they're 599L, but if you happen to be a part of Zuri Rayna Jewelry's Group, you'll get that instant 25% off and only pay 449L.

Zuri Antique Pearls

The bling is optional, and there is also a full bright option in the resize menu.  Also, unless it's a special or a free gift, Zuri Rayna's Jewelry is transferable, so you can treat your friends or loved ones with a special present. Click here for a lift to Zuri Rayna's jewelry.

Credits:

  • Zuri Rayna~Antique Garnet/Crimsen Pearls

  • SAS - Natalya Gown in Red

  • *GA* Mesh Lashes Mysteria

  • Vanity Hair:Cohimbra HP-Umber

  • Glam Affair - Candy - America - 06 C

  • Pose: .::MS::.-INSTABILITY 1.13

  • Post Title pinched from The Verve's "Bittersweet Symphony"

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

back to school

It's been back to school for quite some time, but RoA's Mon Prefere Jacket and Skirt gave me the academic fashionista vibe. You'll find RoA's at Acid Lily's latest round.  You can mesh and mix the jackets and the skirts, so if you don't feel like wearing one piece, you can wear the other. Like the shoes? I've grown terribly reliant on skin appliers lately, so while I had to adjust the skin tones manually (gasp) for RoA's Etolie's heels, it was virtually pain free!

Back to School

Click here for a lift to Acid Lily!

Sunshine:

''{ RoA }'' - Mon Prefere jacket and skirt (05) (169L)
''{ RoA }'' -Etoile (NudexBlack) (69L)
Clawtooth: Je t'aime - Bombshell Blonde
Slink Avatar Enhancement Hands - Casual
-Belleza- Leila Pale Bl 4
Mango Cheeks Bat Plushie Clean (79L)

Laylah:

'''{ RoA }'' - Mon Prefere jacket and skirt (06) (169L)
''{ RoA }'' -Etoile (Navy) (69L)
-LaViere- Dara/WoodBark
Donna Flora (RIP) LUIGIA earrings and ring
Slink Mesh Hands (av) Casual
-Glam Affair - Candy - America - 03 C
Pose by Fuyo no Uta at Acid Lily (25L)

Sunday, October 6, 2013

"don't let the world bring you down"

Liv Glam's fashion is quirky fun that has a definite personality. I fell in love with the I've Never Been to Me Sweater! It reminds me of my rl pups. He's a reindeer chihuahua, and I read somewhere (may have been Wikipedia, but I still believe the article) that foxes are in the reindeer chihuahua family. It makes sense to me!

Liv Glam Oct 5

My outfit comes with a color change hud, so you're able to change the belt and the shirt's color with one easy click. The Soft Kitty sweater and pants are a complete outfit too, sans the color change hud, but it has a super sexy fit. Click here for a lift to Liv Glam. Happy shopping!

Sunshine:

[LG] K Collection Soft Kitty Sweater and  Jeans at Keep calm: Fall Bazaar at Finesmith
"LoQ Hair" Fudge -Sweet Blonde
fri. - Allison.Boots (Slink) - Soot
Slink Avatar Enhancement Hands - Casual
-Belleza- Leila Pale Bl 5
Pose: Ever.glow

Laylah:

[LG] Boutique-[Summer 13] I've Never Been to Me Sweater and Pants
PURF - TurboSS Sneakers
Slink Mesh Hands (av) Casual
TRUTH HAIR Hollana - Browns01Fade
-Glam Affair - Katya - Europa 03 G
Pose: Glitterati

Post title from Soundgarden's "Blow up the Outside World"

Friday, October 4, 2013

"cold comfort for change?"

Zuri Rayna is ready for Halloween. Are you? It's actually my favorite holiday. What can I say? I'm a kid at heart, and barely 5 feet in real life, so it's okay ;)

Hey...do you believe in ghosts? I do. Zuri Rayna's Sterling Ghost Earrings are on sale for 99L at the cart sale. You can find gold too for 55L. It lasts a week, so if you want to embrace the unknown, go for it and get a pair.

Zuri Boo

My closest friends in SL know I'm afraid of spiders. All of my RL friends and family know too. I once left my house because there was a spider in the sink. It was looking at me funny. It was hard for me to take pictures of this set. It's sparkly and gorgeous, but I'm such a scardey cat! It's timely for Halloween though, and if you are braver than I, you can find the Enchanting Spider Elite for only 550L. When it's elite, that means you can change the gems and  the metal! It's half off, and you'll get the 2013 version that comes with stunning new custom textures, with armbands, two bracelets, a belly jewel,necklace,earrings and ring. Also, Norena Soir's Black Widow Orchid Risque Ensemble was designed especially for this set.

Zuri Spiders

The Jeweled Batwing Elite is also half off on the cart sales.  I'm not sure why, but I think bats are beautiful creatures.

Zuri Bats

Perhaps, it's their nocturnal lifestyle. I'm afraid of the dark, so I can appreciate creatures who thrive in it.

Don't forget! All Zuri Rayna Jewelry group members get a 25% refund (after purchase) on the first and second floors when wearing the group tag. Ready to go? Click here for your limo.

Post Title taken from Pink Floyd's "Wish you were here" 

Saturday, September 28, 2013

"clean as a whistle"

I was feeling a little moody today. It's getting colder. I live in the desert sans beach, so you can imagine my pain when I look out the window and all I see is gray. That's actually one of the many reasons I love SL. One, I am addicted to SL (maybe love hate in this case) and two, I can change the environment in wink of an eye. I have to say goodbye to summer, but you can say hello to Digs Beaufort Sun-lounger.

Digs Acid Lily

It's over at Acid Lily and it has a variety of individual and couples' poses. I'm talking G, PG, and rated R poses too.  I can't tell you how R rated because...well, I would feel awkward doing all those by myself. However, I noted there were choices such as sex and foreplay. So have some fun ;) If you just like to relax, there's plenty for solo males and females too. Want to check it out? Click here for your lift.

Credits:

  • DIGS - Beaufort Sunlounger - Adult [MESH] at Acid Lily

  • [White~Widow - HIGH] Elysium Tattoo at Acid Lily

  • (Yummy) Miranda the Mermaid (Arcade)

  • Becca BoraBora  panties  S by Mag<3.B

  • Exile::Hearts Don't Breakeven Natural Fusion 2

  • Post title pinched from The Black Crowes' "Twice as Hard"

Friday, September 27, 2013

a fairy's tale

I'm totally addicted to the Arcade. I always start going through withdrawals about now because I don't allow myself to go in its last days. I have to save some of my lindens for shoes and hair you know ;)

Fairy Tales small

Laylah:

  • Tee*fy nightgowns pink hearts

  • ILO Ballet Flats in pink

  • Belleza Leila Rare o1

  • Exile Rare Pastels

  • Noodles - Fairy Tale Charm Necklaces and loads of charms

  • <:*BoOgErS*:> Tall Flower (Using Label Motion Fairies Pose)

  • Monso: Yeah I'm Famous


Fashioncollecker:

  • Tee*fy nightgowns white

  • ILO Ballet Flats in sea

  • Clawtooth Hearts on Fire Blinding

  • MG Jazz hands Frog Necklace

  • DIGS - Straw Bale Seat - Moss [MESH]

  • [PF] - Gacha - 02 - Cyber Grey (previous Arcade)

  • O.M.E.N - ARCADE - MECH WING - Pool Blue (previous Arcade)


Sunshine:

  • Tee*fy nightgowns purple

  • ILO Ballet Flats in red

  • [ARIA] Daliah animal stool -Sheep-Weat

  • Clawtooth Heck on Wheels Soft Black

  • Noodles - Fairy Tale Charm Necklaces and loads of charms

  • [PF] - Gacha - 05 - Red Succubus (Previous Arcade)

  • Atmosphere:



  • BAIASTICE Geisha Rare, Drama, Dancer, Brat, Gold Queen Rare, and Dreamer

  • O.M.E.N. - Fairytales - Dome - Beauty and the Beast; Little Mermaid - Shell & Sparkle; Little Mermaid - Hair Comb(fork?); O.M.E.N. - Fairytales - Dome – Aladdin

  • Lark - Imaginarium Librarium - Library Sage and Sea; Roots, Secret, Butterfly, Lark, Windows, and Mariner

  • +Half-Deer+ Carved Woodland Animals (White Squirrel); Woodland Trees (Green Medium); and Woodland Animals (Brown Bear)

  • AF Scented Candle (Sandalwood)

  • -tb- Bon Voyage - Books

  • Alouette - You're A Wizard Bookshelf (#9)

  • Monso: What the hell?

  • ::{u.f.o}::my sitting doll friends - chair donky; bottle pengu  and bottle ratto

  • {vespertine- little tree terrarium}

  • PILOT - Candy Bar 7 Lollypop [A]

  • *~*HopScotch*~* Hairy Guy

  • BALACLAVA!! Little Red Toys - Toy Piano White

  • Phoebe de la Mer Venus

  • O.M.E.N. - Fairytales - Little Mermaid - Wood Tray

  • *bbqq*-silhouette lamp-Owl

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

"this is where it starts"

If there is one thing I love in life, it's new clothes, shoes, and books. I know. Books aren't accessories but I still like to carry them around! I even read a few when I get the chance ;)

I finished my MA last spring, so I haven't picked up any reading material yet. Know of any good books? Let me know because I plan on taking an extended vacation from one of my real life jobs. Enough about me...my whole point was to show talk about Liv Glam and Acid Lily! Alouette's Crate Bookshelves (minus the one that reads books) are one of the many items you can find at Acid Lily. You can actually personalize them by adding a special picture! Click here for a lift to Acid Lily.

On another note, Liv Glam's K Collection has the cutest dress over at Fashion's Story Fair. It's called "Smells like Teen Spirit" and you'll find it in the section reserved for 80's and 90's wear.

Liv Glam Sept 25

As for the right, Liv Glam's K Collection "Sweetest Thing" features fun Capri pants, cropped sweater, and shirt. It's a Chic la Mode Friday special (and yeah, I know it's Wednesday, but rl work is killing me...thus the break!).  At any rate, it's new! Need a lift? Click here for a lift to Fashion's Story Fair or here for a lift to Liv Glam.

Left Credits:

  • [LG] K Collection Smells Like Teen Spirit Dress S

  • fri. - Allison.Boots

  • Clawtooth: Je t'aime - Salty

  • fri. - Allison.Boots (Regular) - Soot

  • Tabloid . TAPE bag . White . Black chain

  • Pose: Glitterati Model 344


Right Credits:

  • [LG] K Collection Sweetest Thing

  • fri. - Allison.Boots (Regular) - Spats

  • Exile::Falling For You (L)Light Browns

  • (Milk Motion) The cat bag - silver

  • Pose: bez friends 5 Purple Poses

  • Post title stolen from The Hours 

Saturday, September 21, 2013

"let the sun beat down upon my face"

Zuri Rayna's gorgeous Flori Collection is available in various colors such as Grape Sterling, Crimson Gold, Turquoise, Champagne, and Sage. On the left, you'll see the Sage and on the right, you'll see the Champagne.

New Flori

Don't forget to wear your Zuri Rayna Jewelry group tag in order to receive an instant 25% refund! Click here for your ride. Happy shopping day!

Left:

  • Zuri Rayna Flori Necklace and Earrings  in Sage

  • Bliss Couture Narissa Dress in Pearl

  • Boon booN SCO052 hair blonde

  • Pose Manifeste Editorial 24


Right:

  • Zuri Rayna Flori Necklace and Earrings in Champagne

  • Bliss Couture  Wynn Gown (Mesh)

  • Vanity hair:Uthopia HP-Umber

  • Pose Glitterati Close Up 9

  • Post title from Led Zeppelin Kashmir

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

bonding

For those of you who have sisters, do you remember back in the days getting ready for school with your sister close at hand? You swapped makeup or clothes...maybe talked about your latest crush. Regardless of what you talked about, you watched spent quality time with your sis. Yeah...I don't remember those days either. Don't get me wrong, I love my two sisters, but we always fought in the morning ;)

Anyway, Le Poppycock's Gacha panties, over at Acid Lily, reminded me of the female bond. You see...females aren't afraid to be close...unless the other female is a bish. :D

Panties

I don't know about you, but I love to play Gacha machines. You can see the variety if you just click here.  Better yet, why not head on over to Acid Lily and play right away? Click here for your ride and happy playing!

Credits:

Le Poppycock Gacha panties at Acid Lily 

Pose props and all the other decor at the Arcade

Saturday, September 7, 2013

"these are crazy days but they make me shine"

Sometimes, slipping into a gorgeous gown and fine jewelry is like instant Prozac. Zuri Rayna's Frosted Elite Pearls Necklace and Genuine Pearl Elite Earrings are classic staples for ladies who love to be chic.  They're versatile pieces too because with a click of the mouse, you can choose from 11 pearl textures and 3 metals.

ZuriRaynaPearlsSmall

When you join the Zuri Rayna Jewelry group in world, you'll get a 25% refund, after your purchase, on the first and second floors when wearing the group tag.

By the way, my lovely gown by Sascha's Design is on special for 60L weekend. Yup. Instant Prozac! Need to shop asap? Click here for your lift to Zuri Rayna Jewelry.  Happy shopping!

Credits:

  • Jewelry: Zuri Rayna~ Frosted Elite Pearls Necklace and Genuine Pearl Elite Earrings

  • Dress: Sascha's Designs - Palazzio Aqua with Grande Formal Skirt (60L Weekend Deal)

  • Hair: Miamai_Lika Updo_Brown

  • Skin: Glam Affair - Candy - America - 01 D at the Arcade

  • *GA* Mesh Lashes Mysteria

  • Pose: Glitterati CloseUp 7

  • Post title from Oasis "All Around the World"

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

"and every passing day, she flickers and she fades"

I felt like walking on water today. Although in SL, it doesn't mean I'm a divine being. It just means I went to a really cool sim. The SL Destination Guide asks "What is the definition of music? What is the relationship between music and mind? What is the connection between music and emotions? Search for your answer in Musiclandia." If you're a music lover, make sure to check it out. I needed the appropriate rock and roll attire, and LIV Glam's I Need A Dollar was the perfect edgy ensemble. It's is actually on sale for Secret Wednesday!

LIV Glam Secret Wed

Also, I paired it with even.flow's Ohm Earrings. They're original mesh and available at Acid Lily in Gold, Silver, or Copper for 60L a pop or 150L for all three metals  in one.

Evenflow earrings at Acid Lily

Phonetically, it's a Hindu mantra, so they were perfect to wear during my meditation. Okay. I didn't really meditate, but I was relaxed ;) You can find the earrings at Acid Lily until September 15. Happy shopping!

Credits:

  • [LG] Boutique-[Summer 13] I Need A Dollar

  • even.flow Ohm Earrings "Golden" at Acid Lily 

  • Color.Me.H.O.F Mesh [Rider Boots] at the Arcade

  • -Glam Affair - Candy 10C at the Arcade

  • *GA* Mesh Lashes Mysteria

  • GizzA - Electra Set [Black] Bracelet at the Arcade

  • PP - Meira Mesh Sunglasses Gold

  • TRUTH HAIR Elody - Browns03

  • Tableau Vivant~ Backpack - Black

  • Pose One: Apple Spice walking 001

  • Pose Two: DM Hmmm?

  • Post title: From Big Head Todd's Broken Hearted Savior 

Friday, August 30, 2013

"I lost my head again, would you lie for me?"

We all have the ones we love right? Boyfriend, husband, girlfriend, wife, or partner...it doesn't matter what we call them. It just matters if we can depend on them. The point of my post was actually Egoisme's Progressive mini dress, but I have to admit it made me feel dangerously sexy, and when women feel sexy, who knows what we can do. Okay, now I sound like a killer, but I swear I'm not!

Progressive

Egoisme's Progressive dress has other gorgeous prints, so I suggest you head on down there and pick your favorite one. It's an intoxicating fit, so don't get too drunk with power ;)

Credits:

Laylah:

  • Egoisme Progressive - Minidress with Bolero in Vivacity

  • Exile::Bad Reputation Natural Fusion 2

  • MG - Bracelet - Monaco Night

  • [MANDALA]SINRA  bracelet/Wolf Silver

  • Slink Mesh Hands Casual

  • ee. LJ Noir Sparkle Eyemakeup

  • Miamai_Catwalk Lashes_Toxic_Black

  • Evian - Aphrodite Skin - PALE ( No eyebrows)


Taco:

  • Egoisme Shorts - Cotton Dirty White

  • Egoisme Rolled Shirt in Fashion Neutro (Prestige Member Gift)

  • Wasabi Pills Dylan Mesh Hair- Wild honey

  • Evian Skin Eros


Pose by LMB "Lean on Me"
Post title: From Soundgarden's "Burden in my Hand"

Take 24

Granted, Slouch's pose prop "Industrial Stair" has 10 female poses, but it takes some time to get a really good shot that would require zero smoothing! I have no problem with editing my photos; however, the 24 Photo Contest wants for you to find use one of the pose samples laid out on the sim to take your best unedited shot.

Take 24

I've realized size matters (sorry guys), so I took the biggest picture I could, but I did crop it. It's still a super huge picture when you click it and zoom, but my choice of windlights, Annan Adored Light Explosion (edited) hid any arm anomalies that avatars are prone to.  The 24 Event will be over on August 31, and there are many limited edition items, so if you haven't gone to it yet, now is the time.  Want details about the Flickr contest? Click hereHappy snapping!

Credits:

Outfit: Liv Glam Love is a Losing Game Hud 3 at the 24 Event
Hair: Analog Dog Birthday
Skin: Glam Affair Katya (Collabor88)
Necklace: Zibska Gacha at the 24 Event
Shoes: BSD Supermodel mvw at the 24 Event
Pose Prop: Slouch Industrial Stairs at The 24 Pose Sim

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

"blowin' through the jasmine in my mind"

Pink Pearl Designs has a gorgeous gown called Jasmine. It's boobie friendly too, so if you don't leave home without your Lolas, you'll want this dress! There are 11 colors to choose from, and being that I'm such a girly girl, I chose to wear pink. I decided if I ever get married, I would wear a soft pink dress, so while the Jasmine isn't typically a wedding gown, I thought it was versatile and special enough on my imaginary wedding day.  The dress and the floral trim are mesh, so you have that superb fit and the skirt is made of flexis for movement. While you can't see it in this view, the back is a corset style that is super sexy.

Pink Pearl Jasmine

The Jasmine is 499L for non group members and 450L for group members. Did you know that joining the Pink Pearl Designs group gives you a 10% discount? Well, it does! Click here for your limo to Pink Pearl Designs. Happy shopping!

Credits:

  • Pink Pearl Designs Jasmine with Mesh rigged flowers in Pink

  • -Glam Affair - Katya - No gloss lips ( Europa ) at Collabor88

  • ""D!va"" Hair "Flora" (Type A)(Citrine)

  • aDORKable Blooms  (June Arcade item)

  • Pose: Apple Spice Gown 010

  • Post Title: "Summer Breeze" (Type O Negative rendition)

Thursday, August 22, 2013

multi(color)tasking

love prints! How about you? If you share that love, LIV Glam's Wake Me up dress and Let's Get Loud ensemble have stunning color combinations via their huds.

Liv Glam Sept 22

Click here for a lift to LIV Glam. Happy shopping!

Right hand credits:

  • Liv Glam Let's Get Loud Hud 2 (55L Thursday)

  • Hair: Vanity The Walk-Umber

  • Shoes: Gos Grace Sandals Bronze

  • LAQ ~ Eye Makeup 10

  • Jewelry: Indy&Co.: Glam Warrior Earrings Earrings in Bronze and FINESMITH Grapa bracelet darkness

  • Slink Mesh Hands Casual

  • {{BSD Design Studio}}Fashion Blogger Bag -coco croco baby at Designer Showcase

  • Skin: Glam Affair - Katya - Jamaica 01 at Collabor88


Left hand credits:

  • Liv Glam-[Summer 13] Wake Me Up Hud 3 (Secret Wednesday)

  • Hair: LaViere- Joana/SoftCaramel

  • Shoes: *{ S.G }*.:. Sandals

  • Jewelry: FINESMITH Grapa bracelet clematis and MG - Bracelet - Monaco Nights

  • Slink Mesh Hands Casual

  • Purse by Reila Mesh Bag (green) at Acid Lily

  • Skin: Belleza- Ellie Gacha 8

  • Pose: Exposeur Singles 11 M

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

"I just made you up to hurt myself"

Do you have a rock attitude? If so, Lutricia of the Deluxe Body Factory is participating in the Rock Attitude hunt! Her exclusive skin Signe features killer makeup and three breast options. Right now, the skin tone is Vanilla, so if you have your Slink appliers or Lola Tango appliers you'll be able to match accordingly. However, after the hunt, Signe will be available in four skin tones...and yes, they will be Slink and Lola compatible!

Rock Hunt skin and Acid Lily

Click here for the Rock Attitude Hunt 3 details.

I also wanted to mention Tenjin's Fairy Princess Tattoo. You'll find that at Acid Lily, but this is the first mesh tattoo I have ever owned and it's pretty cool because it seems to make the tattoo have the details one might see on regular human flesh. It comes in traditional layers too, so check it out if you love to use your body as a palette.

Click here to head on down to Acid Lily. Happy shopping!

Credits:

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

confection

Care for a Tic Tac? Prism's Carmen Tic Tac dress offers a sexy silhouette and vibrant colors.  It comes complete with the cuffs and clutch too!

Prism Tic Tac

By the way, fri. Everyday heels are an Acid Lily exclusive and they are Slink compatible! Yay! Click here for a lift to Prism Designs.

Hope you have a happy shopping day!

Credits:

  • Dress: Prism Carmen Tic Tac with Carmen cuffs and purple clutch

  • Shoes: fri. - Everyday.Heels (Flamingo) exclusive at Acid Lily

  • Hair: !lamb. Zelda (Mesh) - Twix at Collabor88

  • Skin: Belleza- Ellie Gacha 8 at Collabor88

  • Pose: Frozen Panties Mod 10

  • "LoQ Hairs" Diamond Headband (Old Platinum Hunt Item)

  • Miamai_Catwalk Lashes_Toxic_Black

retrospect

Acid Lily Gallery's newest collection has been out for almost a week now. Have you gone yet? If you love to play Gacha as much as I do, Evenflow has one for you. It's a blast from the past! The Rug-O-Rama has all sorts of retro and quirky styles that will add some fun to your home decor.

Acid Lily Evenflow Gacha Rugs

Why not give the Gacha a try? Click here for a ride to Acid Lily Gallery!

Credits:

Top: Okkbye Tank Top in Gray at Acid Lily
Shorts: Emery Black Running Shorts (from June Arcade)
Hair: D!va Asami
Skin: Glam Affair Katya at Collabor88
Hands and Feet: Slink
Headphones: (fd)- Neon Yellow (former Arcade item)
Rugs: Exclusive Rug-O-Rama by Evenflow at Acid Lily
Pose: Katink (former group gift pose)

Monday, August 12, 2013

romping around

Tin Roof's new mesh rompers are super cute! When it comes to mesh, it is often in the small details, and Tin's one of a kind textures make this classic silhouette pop!

Tin Roof Rompers

There other shades and styles, so pick your favorite and have some fun in  the sun. Click here for a lift to Tin Roof's inworld store, or click here for Marketplace. Happy shopping!

Credits:

Outfit: Tin Roof Romper Daisy (on left) and Irish Mist (on right)
Hair: D!va Layla (on left) at Collabor88 and Lamb Sweet pea (on right)
Skin: League (on left) and Belleza (on right)
Pose: Exposeur Singles (on left) and Glitterati Long Hair (on right)

Saturday, August 10, 2013

neoteric

The Designer Showcase hiatus is over and their new store is up and running! Love Liv Glam? You're in luck because there are a variety of styles, from casual to dressy, to choose from. Case in point, Liv Glam's Billie Grace is a clean and crisp silhouette that accentuates your curves. I love it!

LiVGlamDS

Give it a try! Click here for your lift to Designer Showcase.

Credits:

Outfit: [LG] Boutique-[Summer 13] Billie Grace at Designer Showcase
Hair: *Dura-Girl42*
Ring and Bracelet: (R) White/Silver [MANDALA]Anuttra Ring and [MANDALA]SINRA bracelet/Wolf Silver(L)
Earrings: [ glow ] studio - Pearls & Spikes
Purse: [LIV-Glam]WINTER-2012- Antigona Shopper Tote
Skin: *League* Isla Pale Glamour Brunette
Pose: dfo! Gala 04

Saturday, August 3, 2013

a berry nice day

I park my real life body in the Southwest region of the United States, and we've had more rain here this month than the last five years combined! It's super strange. Anyway, do you like my umbrella? Acid Lily has gacha items for this round, and Le Poppycock *Ombrelle* comes in so many prints and colors. Click here for a peek.

ALandLG

I mentioned yesterday that Acid Lily has a whole crop of new designers, and alongside Le Poppycock, My Ugly Dorothy is one. Berry is an exclusive skin for Acid Lily and it's seriously gorgeous. There are other varieties to choose from and I decided that I felt like freckles and slightly parted lips. I had never worn My Ugly Dorothy and now it's one of my other favorite skins!

MyUglyDorothy

Also, you can tint your slink hands with the new My Ugly Dorothy hand applier.  Choose the Burley tone for sheer perfection. Click here for a lift to Acid Lily and try on a demo or play the gacha. Have fun!

Credits:

  • Outfit: LG K Collection Angie Dress

  • Hair: D!va Clea" MESH (Citrine)

  • Ring: Chop Zuey Baudelaire

  • Necklace: EarthStones Lora -White Lace Agate Gold

  • Earrings: JCNY - Haute Monde Privata Pearl Stud

  • Hands: Slink Mesh Hand Casual

  • Skin: My Ugly Dorothy-Berry3_teeth at Acid Lily

  • Pose 1: Elephant Poses Second Bite #2 at Acid Lily

  • Pose 2: Flowey This Heart of Mine

  • Prop: Le Poppycock *Ombrelle* in Scent of a Rose at Acid Lily (Gacha Item)

Friday, August 2, 2013

bigger and better than ever

Acid Lily reopened with a bang! In case you haven't heard, Acid Lily has revamped their look and brought other fabulous designers into their family.   Rotations will take place every 2nd and 17th of the month, with different designers per cycle, and each designer will provide a new exclusive release found only at Acid Lily Gallery. For example, this super cute dress...(okay, where is my boyfriend?)...by MotiAme is an Acid Lily exclusive and it's only 70L!

ACID Lily New

You'll find the gorgeous skin by Modish called Jules Opal at Acid Lily too. I have to admit I'm a little picky about skins because I do love the sexy but kind of girl next doorish kind of look, and this one is seriously both for me. I ♥ it! Click here for a ride to the new Acid Lily Gallery. It's bigger and better than ever!

*Disclaimer* I solemnly swear that I don't think my boyfriend is stupid ;)

Credits:

  • Outfit: [MotiAme] T-Shirt Dress - I'm With Stupid at Acid Lily (exclusive!)

  • Skin: :Modish:: Jules Opal <Dune> with Jules Lips SetD-15 at Acid Lily

  • Hair: LaViere- Miki/WoodBark

  • Pose: GLITTERATI - Shopaholic

  • Bracelet: JCNY - Key to My Heart, Diamond Charm Bracelet

  • Necklace: MG - Necklace - Solitaire Heart - Short - SILVER

  • Bracelet: Noodles - Fairy Tale Charm Bracelet Silver (March Arcade)

  • Nails: V5 ULTRA Mesh Fingernails rigged by Jamman

  • Shoes :[Gos] Lolita Espadrilles - Colour Collection - M

seeing spots

Love your Lolas? You’re in luck because Luctricia’s Luxuries Astrid Top is Lola compatible! If you don’t have a pair, you’re still in luck because the Astrid Top and Skater Skirt a super cute combination that features a system top and a flirty mesh skirt that allows 6 color changes via a hud.

LL Astrid

Click here for your ride to Luctricia’s Luxuries and happy shopping!

Credits:

  • Outfit: Lutricia's Luxuries Astrid top and Astrid skater skirt in Crimson

  • Hair: lamb. Blue Monday (Mesh) - Twix

  • Nails: V5 ULTRA Mesh Fingernails rigged by Jamman

  • Shoes: [Gos] Sophia Peeptoe - Scarlet - S

  • Purse: [HANDverk]Sweet Heart Clutch.true love (a gacha item)

  • Skin: Evian - Aphrodite Skin - PALE ( Brunette brows ) Normal

  • Pose: Everglow 088

Monday, July 29, 2013

LIV Glam <3 Donna Flora

Do you love Donna Flora?  LIV Glam does too and created a few exclusive pieces for this wonderful fundraiser.

Love Donna

If you haven't been to it yet, click here for your lift.

Outfits: LIV Glam Sessie (left) and Eve (right) for Love Donna Flora Fundraiser.