Girls Just Want To Have Fun

Colour inspires me, particularly certain combinations of colours. From my early school art classes, I remember that colour wheel, I remember that there are some colours which are complimentary, and then there are those that contrast. Yellow and purple are on opposite sides of the color wheel, therefore, they are supposed to clash. Lilyana Dryke of ::eLDee:: clearly knows these rules, and I love how she breaks them so spectacularly. For me, nothing makes a colour pop like putting it with a great contrast, and this Gold Viva dress from ::eLDee:: manages to make both the yellow and purple pop, while making a fun and girly statement. The Viva dress is a combination of puffy sculpted skirt, an interesting sheer neckline, a ribbon bow tied to the back, and a great floral print. But this is just one version of the dress which comes in at least half a dozen other great combinations, all lovely and interesting in their own way. I decided to run with the colour theme here and pull out all the purple and yellow I could, and creating a fun look that reminds me of an early 80s' music video diva.



I pulled in a favorite pair of tights from *Blaze, and was thrilled to rediscover a forgotten treasure in these brilliant (Shiny Things) Dare Pumps in Yellow. I could not have shopped for a more perfect pair of shoes for this look. I wanted to get a little punky, and decided that these Alpaca Knit Armwarmers from Argyle in a really well matched Purple were a great option. Wanting to go big on jewelry, I grabbed up the opportunity to wear these scripted M.R.M. Factory Color Wood Bangle *Trio* set, where each bangle is scripted to individually change coloured wood textures with a click, I found the yellow and purple selections matched really well. The double Beaded Necklace Set is from OPIUM Everyday, and the smaller strand set is tintable, making it a nice customizable accessory. The ring is from Luc Jewelry, another great simple accessory that has a scripted crystal that can be color changed on command.



Some of my favorite fun hair is from a little known shop called (JUNWAVE) that fellow blogger Ana Lutetia tipped me off to. This adorable ROCK GIRL wig was just one of the many I picked up on my first trip there, and the prices were so insanely low, I picked up most of the shop. Make sure you visit if you are a hair addict like myself. The skin is from Quelita Soon created by Rachele Delgado and available at bianca F. on the Velvet SIM. It is a really sweet faced skin, and I love the make-ups, really a fun look in this Disco 003 version. The eyes are some of Anju Enoch's latest releases from Petit Ange, some of the amazing colourful eyes she has available now. Love Lashes are from [Detour].

Shopping Details:
Dress - ::eLDee::, Viva (Gold)
Tights - Blaze*, Pantyhose/Tights Bundle (Purple)
Arm Warmers - Argyle, Alpaca Knit Armwarmers (Cool Pack, Purple)
Shoes - (Shiny Things), Dare Pumps (Yellow)
Bangles - M.R.M., Color Wood Bangle *Trio*
Necklace - OPIUM Everyday, Beaded Necklace Set
Ring - -EARTHTONES- (Now Luc Jewelry), Solitaire Ring (Multi/Silver)
Hair - (JUNWAVE), ROCK GIRL_BLACK&Silver_L
Skin - QS Skin, Milk - Disco 03
Eyes - Petit Ange *an*, cleareyes_ddark_Topaz_Bright
Lashes - [Detour], Love Lashes

Getting It Down On Paper

I knew that once Paper Couture released a new collection, it would be all over the feeds in minutes, and I also knew I would be there to check it out withing hours of it's release. It's the way things seem to go on the feeds, everyone wants to show off the latest and greatest, and it's great to see the clothes on avatars, it gives us a much better idea of how they look then an image on a rack. I think the new collection is far more wearable then the last, and the jewelry is spectacular. As an avid collector of purses, I await their release, hopefully soon. Last collection, I snapped up a lot of the releases, and sadly they still sit in my inventory, unworn. This time I was really careful with my selections, as money grows tight and I am more realistic about what I can actually get around to wearing. I purchased one dress, one pantsuit, and about five pieces of jewelry. I wanted items I loved, but I wanted items I could work as separates too, and the Nightingale outfit was my first choice. I love this Silk Top, a long camisole that comes as part of the set. I think the hand painted ruffle down the front is great, so I opted to wear it apart from the rest of the outfit this time.



I knew that wearing the Silk Top alone would look to bare for this time of year, so I went looking for a Bolero, and came up with this one from Ibizarre, part of the Soroya Jumpsuit set. A really nice texture on it, and the wrap look lends itself well to a brooch closure. This (Dahlinks) Classic Diamond Studded Bow Brooch in Silver is a lovely piece, really incredibly well made, and so very like ones in my mother's jewelry box. I think the brooch is one piece of jewelry we see little of in-world, and I love finding them, they are such a versatile accessory. I wanted to wear a classic pair of slacks, and these Blaze* Highwaist Jeans in Charcoal are a great option.



I pulled on a favorite pair of suede Nichelle Pumps in Black from Lya, absolutely love the shape of these shoes. I also pulled in a nicely textured Black Velour Clutch from *Muism*. I went with silver and black earrings from *kraftika, the No. 127 Earrings in Silver. (Caroline's) Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire Ring is always a favorite stunner.

Hair is the new Yvette style from ETD, a nice casual up-do with exposed ears, so it works nicely with earrings. This is one of the new Mia skins from [RockBerry], I really love the full lips on these skins. Hazel Eyes are from Miriel, and Love Lashes are from [Detour].

One thing that makes Paper Couture really desirable is that they do retire styles, which is not usual in-world. Most people sell the same things year after year, season after season. It lends an air of urgency to shopping at Paper Couture, get it before it disappears. Instead of a bigger build to house all the designs from past seasons, they maintain a boutique feel, while still offering reasonably priced and imaginative high-concept collections. The clothes are like collectible pieces of art, season after season, and worth a look even if there is nothing that tickles your fancy.

Shopping Details:
Bolero Sweater - Ibizarre, from Soraya Jumpsuit (Black)
Silk Camisole - Paper Couture, from Nightengale Outfit (Silk Top)
Slacks - Blaze*, Highwaist Jeans (Charcoal)
Shoes - Lya, Nichelle Pumps (Black)
Bag - *Muism*, Clutch, Black Velour (Right Hand)
Brooch - (Dahlinks), Classic Diamond Studded Bow Broock (Silver)
Ring - (Caroline's), Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire Ring
Earrings - *kraftika, No. 127 Earrings (Silver)
Hair - ETD, Yvette (Black)
Skin - [RockBerry], Mia F Light
Eyes - Miriel, Hazel Eyes (Big)
Lashes - [Detour], Love Lashes

Elegantly Waisted

I have been on a casual jag lately, and I decided it was time to class things up a bit. I was surprised on log-in yesterday to find some gifts from Neferia Abel in my inventory, a number of her latest releases, and I couldn't wait to dive in and see what the folders held inside. The very first outfit I pulled on was this Aksana Highwaist Skirt Outfit in Grey. It is another one of the reasons I adore ~~Ivalde~~ so very much, it makes dressing beyond easy. This outfit comes with a number of layer options, so you can wear the top or skirt separately, as well as some stockings (though I opted to go with a Black pair of Tights from Blaze*). I love the fine grey plaid of the skirt, and Nef's hand painted details are really sweet. The ruffled blouse comes with a prim collar, and is a great photo-real texture that looks elegant yet understated.



Nef often tells me that she thinks Morrigan Hyun's Elegance Hats are under-represented on the feeds, and I tend to agree. This amazing Thalia Hat is really spectacular, a mix of pearls and flowers, black twisting loops that look almost celestial. I am pretty sure that Morrigan sent it to me after I saw it and commented on it in her Flickr feed, but it is so fantastic, I may have bought it, and certainly would have if it wasn't sent to me. Speaking of fantastic, it has been said before and needs to be said again, Tesla Miles newest release of these amazing Hylda Low Boots are simply brilliant. I am always impressed when -Tesla- has a new release because each one trumps the last in terms of quality and style. These boots are great with elegant metal accents and a great selection of colour options. I had a blast picking up freebies and shopping the Jewelry Expo this week, and am thrilled to show off some of my goodies, starting with these simple but much needed Stud Earrings from Sian Birke Jewelry. I have always wanted a basic stud earring, and this offers endless combinations for metals and gemstones by script. I also nabbed these ~flirt~ Hearts & Diamonds Bracelets in the Semi-Precious Stones version. They can easily be worked into a more dressy or more casual look. A big chunky Catherine Black Pearl Cocktail Ring from ~Muse~, who was sadly missing from the Expo, is still a favorite, and a really stunning piece. A simple Silver Clutch from Adam N Eve finished off the accessories for this look.



I picked up this great Minako Hair from Kin at the Hair Fair, I am still wading through my folders from the Fair, and this style is really punky, but somehow works perfectly to set off the elegant factor of this look with a little bit of edge. It works really well with the hat too. A favorite skin from Celestial Studios, the Silver 2 in the Charmed Line is always a fun one to wear with a more classic style, giving it a glam factor. Separated Lashes are from Cake, Glassy Mustard Green Eyes from Freak Fantasia complete the essentials. This time, and elegant look was definitely not wasted on me.

Shopping Details:
Blouse, Skirt - ~~Ivalde~~, Aksana Grey Highwaist Skirt (Includes Stockings, Not Worn)[Gift From Designer]
Tights – Blaze*, Pantyhose/Tights Bundle
Boots - -Tesla-, Hylda Low Boots (Black)[Review Copy]
Purse – Adam N Eve, Handbag, Clutch (Silver)
Hat – Elegance Hats, Thalia (Black & White)[? Review Copy]
Bracelets - ~flirt~, Hearts & Diamonds Bracelets, Semi-Precious Stones [Jewelry Expo]
Earrings – Sian Birke Jewelry, Stud Earrings [Jewelry Expo]
Ring - ~Muse~, Catherine Black Pearl Cocktail Ring (Platinum)
Hair – Kin, Minako (Black) [Hair Fair]
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Skin (Tone 20, Silver 2)
Lashes – Cake, Separated Lashes
Eyes – Freak Fantasia, Glassy Mustard Green Eyes

Doing Time In Horst

Melatonin Hax is a down girl, she is one of the most marvy people I have ever met. She is cool but it is effortless, she is smart, and funny, and has great taste in tunes. She is also half of the think-tank from *Thimbles*, and the genius behind ::SPLIT PEA:: Hats. She has been busy the last few weeks, and I can tell you now that you will be very happy that she has been. Take a look at your maps, class, and look at the new neighbors to Floyd and Lloyd, home of the Starlustrious Peoples. There are some new kids on the block named Polly Jean and Horst. Mel and the rest of the Starlust Crew have been very busy, filling up another SIM with fabulous, and having spent a little time in Horst Von Starlustinberg State Pen, you will see why you would be willing to kill to get in behind those bars. A whole crop of fabulous new shops, or inmates as we call them, have set up on Cell Block H, and you are going to love it! Mel sent me this adorable ::SPLIT PEA:: Horst Von Starlustinberg State Pen Pillbox Hat with Veil this week, and I was dying to put a look together to showcase this adorable creation. I can't wait till the official opening of Horst so that you all can get a look, it is going to be a great place to discover new-to-you content.



When I think prison, I think stripes, so I went for it with this adorable dress from **THE CLOSET**. The Scale Print Dress comes in a number of colour combinations, but the black and white stripes make it slimming and eye catching. I really like the ruffled details on the cap sleeves. So many colours to work with here, but I decided to stay with the black and white, and paired the dress with a great White pair of Tights from Blaze*. These shoes are absolutely drop dead fabulous too. The Death Dolly Goth Mary Jane Pumps from Unique Needs! are the antidote to sugary sweet Mary Janes, with rows of spikes and skull and crossbones adornments. I love a chunky pump like this, and pairing it with a pale opaque tight and mini-dress is always a great move. A fabulous bag from **DP**yumyum means I can carry all those prison essentials, shiv, cigarettes to barter with, maybe some girly mags for those lonely nights. This is one of the great Vinyl Totebags offered by **DP**yumyum, and the selection is great, as is the price. Now to the prison meals, nothing better then some ~*Fresh Baked Goods*~ to make doing hard time a little easier, and the new Turkish Delight Bracelet Set is a great way to go. These sets from come in several combinations, a real departure from the candy colours I normally associate with the shop, and the price of $100 LaLas for a set is a steal.



Hair is more Hair Fair fabulousness, this wig is from Philotic Energy, one of my longtime favorites. I love the texture of this Charcoal with White Tips Colour, and the Adi style works well with the Pill Box Hat too. Skin is Canimal's Essence of Pinup, an absolute favorite, and eyes are the piercingly sexy Splatter Eyes from the Watery Eyes - Mud Collection at Big Booty Big Money. If prison garb looked this sexy, people would be desperately trying to get in rather then out. I await the opening of Horst, so I can do the Jail House Rock reenactments I have been longing for.

Shopping Details:
Dress - **THE CLOSET**, Scale Print Dress_YLW
Tights – Blaze*, Pantyhose/Tights Bundle of 13 Colors (White)
Shoes - *UN!*, Death Dolly Goth Mary Jane Pumps (Black)
Hat - ::SPLIT PEA::, Horst Von Starlustinberg State Pen Pillbox (Veil)
Bag - **DP**yumyum, Vinyl Tote Bag 05 (Left Hand)
Bracelets - ~*FBG*~, Turkish Delight Bracelet Set (Black & White)
Hair – PE, Adi (Charcoal, White Tipped) [Hair Fair]
Eyes – BBBM, Watery Eyes, Mud (Splatter)
Skin – Canimal, Essence (Grace)… of Pinup

Brown On The Town

Warm and wonderful, but not especially exciting, brown can often be a very neglected colour. Most of us favour black over brown, and I am no different most of the time, but this dress from "First Impressions" makes brown sexy, warm, and delicious. When it was time for a "Beast in Brown" event at PIN UPS Night Club, I was happy to find another reason to wear this fabulous wrap dress, I love the crossover top, I love the little flexi prim knotted ties. I love that is had a nice layered look, a well finished trimmed hem, and an little lacy under-layer for modesty that still looks so sexy.

I adore this wig from "Curl Up And Dye", it is inspired by the hairstyle that the character of Frenchie wore in the Film 'Grease', but I think it goes beyond mere costume hair and works nicely as a stylish shorter look. Skin, Eyes, and Lashes from "Celestial Studios" are always my favorites, and I particularly love this make-up look in 'Purple, Orchid'. I think it is warm enough to work well with an Earth tone brown like this one.

I paired the dress up with some of my favorite tights from "Blaze", I love that they are opaque and seem to have so much depth of colour, as tights would look in the light if you wore them in RL. My 'Leather Vixens' from "Tesla", a most brilliant staple shoe, work perfectly with this dress. Paired with the tights, they really elongate the leg.

Although I normally favor silver tones accessories, gold just naturally goes with brown, and these amazing 'Dragon' Earrings from "Untone" really paired up nicely. Again, a favorite chunky bracelet comes in handy, this one the 'Circle Panic Bracelet' from "Swallowtail". A great big handbag from the amazingly talented 'Ingrid Ingersoll', complete with matching gold accents let me feel polished and ready to shop. Not like I need an excuse, but this time I have a great one! Time to head off to the 'Relay For Life' Clothing Fair to grab more goodies to blog on.





Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Purple - Orchid)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Eyes – Celestial Studios, (CS) Optics, Natural Series (Hazel)
Hair – Curl Up And Dye Salon, Frenchy (Black)
Earrings – *UnTone Quilt*, Untone Earrings (Dragon)
Purse – Ingrid Ingersoll, Danielle Bag (Brown)
Dress – First , *FI* Whimsy (Brown)
Bracelet – Swallowtail, Circle Panic Bracelet
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Tights – Blaze*, Pantyhose/Tights (Brown)
Shoes – Tesla, Leather Vixens (Caramel)

Menswear Made Modern

There has always been something very sexy about women borrowing looks from Men's Fashion. But there is a fine line between Menswear made Sexy and Menswear made... well, tres Butch. So when I started to put this look together, I knew I wanted something that emphasized a feminine silhouette, but borrowed classic menswear touches like vests and this fabulous Top Hat. With a Pop of Red mixed in, it is very current and I think pretty eye catching.

This hair and Hat combo called 'Noah' from "PE" is really cute, and I think as cute on guys as on gals, the texturing on the hat is really nice, and it looks like a weathered crushed felt, really nice. I love the feather accent on the side too, I am consistently impressed with the details in Aemilia's work. I picked up this two necklace set at "OPIUM Everyday", they can be worn separately or together, and the double strand which I tinted Red can be made to match anything you wear.

I loved this 'Ruffled Vest' from "Hiccup" the minute I spotted it, and it comes on a jacket layer, but I was having trouble finding a blouse to wear under it that was long enough. The 'Boyfriend Button down' from "Blaze" (which was a FREEBIE) is great for a long look, using the shirt and system skirt layers. Some underpants layer jeans, these from "Mischief Fashions" work well with a sleek boot, like these from "Last Call - Vamp". I LOVE this Hobo Bag from "Celestial Studios", and own it in Orange and Denim, but this 'Patent Cherry' was a valentines gift to the Update Group, and seriously... can a woman have too many purses? I think not. So this is my take on a very feminine menswear look, sometimes it's nice to put the girly stuff aside in favor of something sleek and tailored.





Eyes – Miriel, Hazel (Big)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Silver 1)
Hair/Hat – PE – Philotic Energy, Noah (White)
Purse – Celestial Studios, Hobo Bag (Patent Cherry)[Valentines Group Gift]
Vest – - Hiccup, Ruffly Vest (Arsenic)
Shirt – Blaze*, Boyfriend Buttondown
Lip Ring – Red Ruin
Nose Stud – Tickled Pink, Uma
Necklace – OPIUM Everyday, Beaded Necklace Set (White Set Tinted Red)
Jeans – Mischief Fashions, Black Underpants Jeans
Boots – Last Call – Vamp Shoes, Vamp: Liah (Onyx)

Big Bomb Diva

I have a ridiculous sense of humor sometimes, I like things that border on the absurd. So here I am, wearing maybe the biggest Wig in all of SL, the coveted 'Big Bomb' Hair from BettitPage Voyager's "BP*", and I decided it yet needed something more... yep, a fancy hat! I just thought that this hair, which has been worn (and blogged) by everyone and their SL uncle, needed a little personalization. "Elegance Hats" has had a home on Retrology since the SIM opened, and this amazing hat is one of Morrigan's Newest Creations, the 'Betty Golden Pheasant'. I wanted it the minute I saw it, and just love the green of the feathers, it matched the rest of this look so well. I have dozens of hats, I usually forget to wear them... but this one simply cannot be forgotten!

The dress, the new 'Lady Minx' in Green from "Mimikri" is a brilliant ruched heaven. Yes, my addiction for the colour green knows no bounds! And even though this dress comes is half a dozen delicious colours, I simply had to go for the green! I love the matching gloves, and though this look was very couture and quite a switch-up for me. I seriously tried every pair of tights in my inventory on, hoping I could get this look a little more funk-a-fied, but in the end decided that the best match was a simple pair of Tan hose, these from "Blaze". The shoes are some of my favorites, and every time I wear them I am determined to head back over to "Lassitude & Ennui" and grab more of their brand of fabulous. I threw on the wardrobe staple 'Cameo & Sautoir' necklace from "Boing Fromage", if you don't own it already... what are you waiting for, it is just too fun and can be worn with so many different looks! This Look is Big, It's 'Da Bomb', and I am such a Diva!





Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Skins (Tone 20, Glitter Gold 2)
Eyes – Naughty Designs, Eyes by Lost, Doll Eyes (Mystical)
Hair – BP*, Big Bomb Hair (2)[Lucky Chair in BP* Mainstore, Osaka ONLY]
Hat – Elegance Hats, Betty Golden Pheasant
Dress, Gloves – Mimikri Hot Couture, Lady Minx Dress (Green)
Necklace – !BF! (Boing Fromage!), Cameo & Sautoir Set
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Hose – Blaze*, Tights/Pantyhose (Tan)
Shoes – L&E - Lassitude & Ennui, Eva Pumps (Huntress)

Plum Perfect!

Draco and I rarely get a night out, and so this week we decided it was high time we had a "Date Night". He had been talking about the Titanic SIM for a while, and I was ready for an adventure, also, date night means a chance to wear another fabulous gown, they are all so lonely and attention starved sitting in my "New Items --> Dresses" Folder. This one, by "MG Fashion" was due for it's turn in the spotlight, and I was so happy to put it to good use. The night of our date, I actually wore the "Maitreya" Slinky Stiletto in Black, but the following morning, my sister Anessa told me that their NEW 'ChiChi Pumps' were on sale, so I decided to pick up a pair, or two *lol*, and throw them on for these pictures instead. The dress is Plum Perfection, so silky and moved so nicely while Draco and I danced the night away. I love the Bodice detail and the length is perfect for showing of these amazing shoes! Could you die, they are so delicious, and I have always adored this particular shape of heel. I tinted the rim to fuchsia and the match was made in Heaven. The great new earrings from "/artilleri/", colour scripted to touch are a nice pairing with this "Decollage" Bubblegum Pearl necklace, and a set of bangles from "Bonita's" complete the look for me. This new 'Symphony' style of hair from "Armidi" is also perfect for a night on the town, so classy, yet not at all severe, and almose shell like in it's shape. Yay for Date Nights and reasons's to wear lovely things!



Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Skins (Tone 20, Purple - Orchid)
Hair – Armidi, Symphony Twist (Pearl)
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel (Big)
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Bracelet – Bonita Popinjay’s Jewelry, Black & Pearl Bracelets 4, #3
Dress – MG Fashion , The Silk Collection, Romance at Sunset (Plum)
Earrings - /artilleri/, Bead Hoop Earrings (Script Touch To Black)
Necklace – Decollage, Bubblegum Pearls (Tinted Black)
Hose – Blaze*, Pantyhose/Tights (Black)
Shoes – Maitreya, ChiChi Pumps, Black (Scripted Touch Rim to Fuchsia)

A Little Black Dress

For my Pre-New Year's Party, I pulled this sweet satin 'Little Black Dress' from my closet. Little Rebel has some great photo real goodies, and I had purchased this one way back when. I was not entirely thrilled with the edged on it, and no glitchies makes it a little difficult, so I made my own. But, I love the back tie detail and paired with these Fab new MUST HAVE black stilettos from "Maitreya", it is a sweet look for any party girl.



Hair – The Abyss, Hair, Oxygen (Steel)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Rubies)
Eyes – Freak Fantasia, Glassy Mustard Green
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Dress – Little Rebel, Black Satin Halter Mini Dress
Hose – Blaze, Hose (Charcoal)
Shoes - *NEW* Maitreya, Slinky Stilettos (Black)
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire

Dandelion Dolly!

I was feeling a little silly and wanted to really "cute-up"! This adorable Babydoll dress from "Devilish Cupcakes" can be done up a number of ways, but I went for a funky look by pairing it with Electric Purple Tights and Hi-Hi Top Platform Chucks Sneakers. The Hair, from the amazing "Curl Up And Dye Salon" is just too cute, and I was going for the giggles on this one! Just a sweet fun take on the Babydoll dress.



Hair – Curl Up & Dye Salon, Lucky – Black Shades (Deep Black, Ribbon Color Change)
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel Big
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Pink-Sugar)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Ring - Caroline's Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Dress – Devilish Cupcake, Stella (Dandelion)
Shoes – MK Fashions, Super Sneaks Platform Hi-Hi Tops v1.1b (HUD Color Change)
Tights – Blaze* Pantyhose, Purple

A Sweater and Some Leather

After putting all my paper Couture on display, I settled with this outfit, the "Leather and Wool" for my look of the day. The sexy sheen of leather and this close fit cowl neck sweater are just so classy and sexy. Of course, a cowl neck calls for a sexy short style, and "Armidi" is the answer with 'The Poynter', probably my favorite style of the moment. Sultry make-up in sizzling
dusky reds complete the "Femme Fatale" look nicely.



Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Red – Dusk)
Hair – Armidi Hair, The Poynter (Midnight I)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Club 13)
Eyes – Freak Fantasia, Glassy Mustard Green
Earrings – Paper Couture, P.C. Basic Hoop Earrings
Ring - Caroline's Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Skirt/Sweater – Paper Couture, P.C. Leather & Wool
Boots – Black Ankle Boots by Tasha Loveless
Hose – Blaze, Pantyhose/Tights (Black)

Warm, Sexy, Sweet

Brown and Black Together make this Outfit Warm and Sexy at the Same Time. This skirt from "Boing Fromage" pairs well with so many great tops. and I love the Crochet work on it, it looks so real. When Maitreya opened their new SIM, this top was my first purchase, I love the sheer puffed sleeves with the bows, so sweet!



Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Neutral 3)
Hair – TRUTH, Pearly (Silver)
Eyes – Naughty Designs, Lost, Doll Eyes (Mystical)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Top – Maitreya, Echa 1 (Brown)
Skirt – Boing Fromage, Long Tiered Skirt
Hose – Blaze!, Pantyhose/Tights (Black)
Shoes – Maitreya, Limelights (Brown)
Necklace & Earring Set – EARTHTONES, Solaria Necklace & Earring Set, Multi/Gold
Ring - Caroline's Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Nose - Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud

Georgie Girl

A Groovy Girl Look from Back in The 60s! We have a lot of ERA Music events at PIN UPS, and I love Neferia Abel for making looks that always are true to the style and colour palette of the era in question. When I saw this look come down the Runway at the recent Ivalde Winter Fashion Show, I knew it was coming home with me. This new hair, from Betty Doyle at Ingenue is called "Kitten With A Whip", and all I can say is MEOW! Several months ago I sent Betty and IM telling her how much I loved her hair and wished that it came in White. She was incredibly kind, and I assumed too busy to make it happen. I was shocked when she dropped the style I had just purchased in Platinum on me minutes later, IN WHITE! Now she offers all her styles in Silvery White and I am one happy Retro Gal indeed!



Hair - Ingenue, Kitten With A Whip (Silvery White)
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Blue-Evening)
Eyes - (Miriel) Eyes, Hazel (Big)
Dress - *NEW* Ivalde, Eidrun Green Dress 1960-70
Hose - Blaze!, Pantyhose/Tights (Purple)
Shoes - (Next Step) Showtime II (Purple)
Ring - Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Broach - Yummy, Cherrys Broach
Bracelet - TOSL [Tree of Second Life], *Fruitylicious* Charm Bangle
Earrings - Drifting Sands, Tunnels

Something A Little Wild!

For the "Go Wild!" event, animal prints were the order of the day. I pieced together this look using the top of a Canimal dress, a great Pencil Skirt from /artilleri/ and some Cheetah Print Heels from Last Call & Celestial Studios. I wasn't completely please with this look, but like to try things out even if I am not sold. Re-Mixing my wardrobe sometimes sparks creativity and makes me look at older items in new ways.



Hair - ETD, Sofia (White)
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Neutral 3)
Top - Canimal, Rebel Yell Dress (Top Only), Yellow
Skirt - /artilleri/, Gina Highwaist Pencil Skirt (Black)
Hose - Blaze*, Pantyhose/Tights (Black)
Glasses - /artilleri/, Nora Glasses (Black)
Bangles - EARTHTONES, bMc! Goldust/Cedar Spheres Stack
Shoes - Celestial Studios & Last Call, SC & LC: Vanessa Cheetah Shoes (From Lingerie Set)
Ring - Caroline's Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire

Green With Envy

When the theme was "Best in Green" I went for a Chic High Fashion look! I had this green suit in my inventory and had never worn it, but after hitting Armidi and picking up these fab boots and belt (sold separately), I wanted to use them together. Pairing them with this green outfit really worked for me, adding some Blaze tights just made the pinks POP!



Hair - Armidi Hair, The Angel II (Midnight I)
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Purple-Orchid)
Eyes - (Miriel) Eyes, Hazel (Big)
Lashes - Celestial Studios (CS) Prim Lashes (Club 13)
Suit - Little Rebel, Metallic Green Short Suit
Hose - Blaze!, Pantyhose (Hot Pink)
Belt - [Armidi Gisaci] Au Di Leather Belt (Pink)
Shoes - [Armidi Gisaci] Oxford Leather Ankle Boot (Light Pink)
Watch - Fetch, Vega Watch (Pink)
Ring - Caroline's Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire

Cuddly in Armidi

When you fall in love, it should be completely. I am completely in love with this Hibiscus coloured sweater from Armidi. I have seen in on so many people, and it always looks fantastic. Add the the fact that it comes in about 15 colours, you simply cant lose. I love the sculptie cowl neck and the shading on the back is perfection. Teamed with some grey slacks, a clean, classy, everyday look.



Hair - Armidi Hair, The Poynter (Pearl)
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed (Earth-4)
Eyes - Celestial Studios Optics, The Naturals, Hazel
Lashes - Lynnix's Lashes, Feathered (Long Bottom Lash)
Sweater - {Gisaci} Au Fraize Boucle Sweater - Hibiscus (Armidi)
Pants - Blaze* Highwaist Jeans (Charcoal)
Shoes - Tesla "Diva" Heels (Black)
Ring - Caroline's Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Nose Stud - Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Earrings - Drifting Sands, Tunnels