Light In The Layers...

Who says layering is all about the Cold Weather, I think you can go light on the layers and still get a great summer look. I started with these great shorts, part of the Uma Outfit from Emery. They come on all possible layers, which is the key here. I wore the shorts on the pant layer, and the upper part of the short on the shirt layer. It's easy to find a great tank-top on the undershirt layer, and for me, one of the best purchases I have made is the fatpack of Zee Tank Tops from /artilleri/. The come on all layers, which means that that jacket layer was available for a little more layering. I pulled in a great slim Sweater Shrug from Celestial Studios LaLa Line, this one is beige, but as it is mod, I have been able to work it in a lot of great ways by tinting it. I tinted it up pink in this case so I could work with two colours in my look. I grabbed up some Maitreya Sculpted Socks in Cornflower Blue, and tinted the blue tank top from /artilleri/ for a more perfect match.

I pulled in the Pink in these amazing Starley Pumps from ETD, I love the rounded shape of them, and the colours and prints available are so great. I also brought in some great accessories I picked up at [VG Republic]. These Gold Resin Bangles are Colour Change, and the Pink was a perfect match to the shoes. There are several Options in the Box, so you can have a different Bangle on each arm, something I really prefer. Also from [VG Republic] is this Resin and Chain Link Necklace, which is similarly scripted to colour change, and jewelry with options like this always goes so much farther in your wardrobe. Similarly, my favorite purse, maybe of all time is from the one time Tete a Pied, now Fleur Skins. The Heiress Handbag is touch scripted so you can literally click and choose from a range of options to work into your look. This hot pink is really a great colour.



Hair here is another favorite from ETD, the longer Jasmine style is not too long, and has a really nice edgy look too it that prevents it from being too hoochie. Skin is from Celestial Studios Charmed Line, a Glossy Mauve Lip is really nice, and the shadow is lovely. Love Lashes are favorites from [Detour], and eyes are the very expressive Doll Eyes in Mystical from Naughty Designs.

Shopping Details:
Shorts – Emery, from Uma Outfit
Tank - /artilleri/, Zee Tank Top! (Light Blue, Tinted)
Shrug - Celestial Studios, ~*LaLa, Sweater Shrug (Beige, Tinted Pink)
Socks – Maitreya, Sculpted Socks (Cornflower Blue)
Shoes – ETD, ETD Shoes – Starley Pumps (Pink)
Necklace – [VG Republic], Resin & Chain Link Necklace w/ Color Change
Bracelets – [VG Republic], Gold/Resin Bangles, Color Change
Bag – *TaP* now Fleur Skins, Heiress Handbag [Now Fleur Skins]
Ring – Caroline’s, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Hair – ETD, Jasmine (Black)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Skins (Tone 20, Gloss – Mauve)
Lashes – [Detour], Love Lashes
Eyes – Naughty Designs, ND Lost. Doll Eyes (Mystical)

Golden Moments

I have seriously not been shopping in-world for weeks, how sad is that. It's not that I am running out of things I have never worn (I have hundreds of things sitting in folders gathering dust), it just that every now and then a girl needs a little retail therapy. So last night I was convinced it was time to get my shop on, and I decided to pull on a little []::TULI::[] in the form of this sweet skirt and top set called Laynie in Earth Tones. I kept the whole look pretty simple, because []::TULI::[]'s work is really lovely and intricately textured.

I was looking for a chance to wear this Triple Pearl Necklace in Shore from Armidi Gisaci in a non-traditional way. It can be quite dressed up, but I wanted a casual look. I opted for a really nice chunky bracelet that I picked up from Bonita's Jewelry some time back, I love the use of sculpties in Jewelry, I think it has opened up a whole new avenue of creativity. I chose these great casual heels from Maitreya, the Mishima Dawn in Tan has a really nice contrast of Suede and Patent Textures, and it is not a fussy heel, but still has a lot of sexy going on. The bag is one of my faves, from TaP (now Fleur), the Heiress Bag is touch scripted to change into about half a dozen really nice leather colours, I choose this orange look for a hit of colour.



I had been trying to find the right look for this wig from ETD, called Natasha, for some time, but thought this more casual shopping trip look was perfect for a mussy relaxed do. I pulled in a touch of drama with these Dot Lashes from Lynnix's. I adore these Big Hazel Eyes from Miriel, the colour in the Iris are mesmerizing really, and they photograph so well. Skin is a favorite from bianca F., the Fata Base Skin in Ivory tone. I nice relaxed look, and I am ready to get my shop on, after too much time I think I may need to clear some space in my crammed full closets.

Shopping Information:
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel Eyes (Big)
Hair – ETD, Natasha (White)
Lashes – Lynnix’s Lashes, Dots (Short Bottom Lash)
Skin – biancaF., *bf* Ivory-fata-base
Necklace – Armidi Gisaci, Triple Pearl Necklace (Shore)
Outfit – []::TULI::[], Laynie (Earth)
Bag – TaP (Now Fleur), Heiress Handbag (Touch Script to Orange)
Bracelet – Bonita’s, Cube Bracelet Black Shine w/ Orange, Black, Blue
Ring - Caroline’s, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Shoes – Maitreya, Mishima Dawn (Shiny Mix Tan – Shiny/Suede Tan)

Purple Rose Heiress

When I saw this dress at "Little Rebel", I just had to grab it. One of the newer items in the mix, I loved the way it looked like there were natural folds in the silk taffeta skirt, I loved the way the system skirt was used to perfection, the shape of it really appealed to me, and it included glitchies, which some of my previous "Little Rebel" dresses did not. I thought it was simple and pretty, and I really liked the purple/blue roses design; I could almost hear the swish when I walked!

Paired up with a wrapped pearl bracelet and necklace, and this fabulous "TaP" bag, I was feeling like quite the little Heiress Socialite (but I was wearing panties, unlike most of them it seems). I love this bad from TaP, and I hope they still have it at the re-named "Fleur" because it is so nicely made, and I love that it is touch scripted and can change to a number of classic colours to match whatever you are wearing (something I didn't event know till after I bought it, I LOVE that kind of surprise!). Tesla's classic leather vixens, which come is dozens of colours, are a perfectly sleek sculptie shoe and just polish this look off nicely.

This hair, called 'Trina' is some *NEWNESS* from ETD, and is really nice and casually dressy, something I think is so workable. I do love that ETD hair offers so much in it's newly repackages colour packs, 9 colour/tip options for $175L is a steal in my opinion. I was actually there checking out the newly laid out store, which does seem to be a lot cleaner and be a lot less laggy... and of course I checked out my wall Poster as well as those of the other chosen by Elika to cover the walls. I find is so amusing that the picture Elika chose of my many submissions, was the one where I am a blue-eyed blond... most people would not even know it was me but for my name beneath it! Ah well... it gave me a chuckle.





Eyes – Celestial Studios, Optics, Natural Series (Hazel)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Skins (Tone 20, Rubies)
Hair – ETD, Trina (White, Blackened)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Dress – Little Rebel, Blue Rose Party Dress
Bracelets – Bonita Popinjay’s Jewelry, White Marbled Double Wrap Bead Bracelet
Necklace – Bonita Popinjay’s Jewelry, White Marbled Wrapped Bead Necklace
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Purse – TaP, Tete a Pied - Now Fleur Skins, Heiress Handbag (Touch Script Colour Change)
Shoes – Tesla, Leather Vixens (Grape)

Please Don't Stop The Music!

Second Life is all about making our dreams come true, and today one of mine has. As I mentioned in my Previous Post, Pin Upshaw of "PIN UP DOLLS Boutique" unveiled her "Cosmo Dress" today, and it is an amazing re-creation of the "Versace" gown that Rihanna is wearing on the March 2008 Cover of Cosmopolitan Magazine (USA/Canada Version). Pinny overheard me saying how much I loved it, and would kill for it, and surprised me with it this week when she stopped in to see me while I was snapping away for my Blog. I was floored! Look at that Babydoll skirt! It is not Poofy or Fluffy, but form fitted and sleek, it moves so naturally, not like a pile of Flexi flaps, but as a whole, as close to fabric movement as I have seen. It is ingenious, and I am not sure I have seen it before in my travels in SL. I love this gown, and yes, the "Lemon Drop" Yellow, just like Rihanna's is my Fave!

So here is my recreation of that very "Cosmo Girl" look! I have included a shot from the Cover, so you can truly marvel at what an amazing job Pinny did here. I paired it with some sleek hair from "The Abyss", this Style called 'Secret' really has the same feel to the style Rihanna has on her cover. I threw on some "EARTHTONES" Jewelry, these fabulous Carollin Earrings, and a bangle on my Forearm, this one is the 'Deco Wood Bangle'. Shoes, well, when you get to see legs like this, the only thing to do is wear some "Stiletto Moody" to make the Couture look complete, these 'Foxy Slingbacks' are very FOXY Indeed! Amazing skin from "TaP" (Now Fleur Skins) in Bronze looks amazing against the bright of the dress, and I felt like I was ready for my Cover Shoot!







Dress – PIN UP DOLLS Boutique, Cosmo Dress (Lemon Drop)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Club 13)
Skin – TaP, Tete a Pied - Now Fleur Skins, Vivant Bronze, Paon 4 [Group Gift]
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel (Big)
Hair – The Abyss, Secret (Smoke)
Bangle – EARTHTONES, Deco Wood Bangle, Tri-colour
Shoes – Stiletto Moody Shoes, Foxy Slingbacks (Gold)
Earring – EARTHTONES, Carollin, Earrings (Gold/Black)

PIN UP DOLLS Boutique Releases - The Cosmo Dress!

I have been sitting on this particular 'JOY' for days now and am finally so glad to show you what I have been hiding! My dear friend Pin Upshaw of "PIN UP DOLLS Boutique" attended an Event at PIN UPS Night Club Recently, where I was reading silly little bits from Cosmo Magazine (which, honestly, I had not even purchased in about 10 years) on my Mic Breaks. At one point, I said "and Rihanna is on the Cover wearing a dress I would Kill For in SL!". And Pin, or Pinny, as I call her decided to surprise me by making this most amazing dress in the most delicious yellow I had ever seen! She surprised me with it this week, and I was so thrilled, I convinced her she HAD to release it in her shop in as many delicious colours as possible! And today, I am thrilled to see this "Dream Dress" realized. The original worn by Rhianna on the cover of Cosmo is now "The Cosmo Dress" and you can own one too!

The Dress comes in 8 colours, for just $200L each, or you can get the 4 pack of 'Tarnished Gold' or 'Tarnished Silver' Bodice Sets for just $700L. I can hardly believe it! This is Pinny's best work by far, and it is definitely as Couture as the "Vesace" that inspired it. But Pinny did not stop there, she went and created a completely new 'Gown Version' in some delicious Pastels that would be perfect for a Spring Formal or a Bridesmaid Gown, and at only $250 L, they are a steal. Not only that, you can dress your whole wedding party in the "PIN PACK" of all 4 (Transfer) Gowns for only $850L. But best of all, check out the Special "Deluxe Edition Gown/Dress" Pack in the Fashionista's Favorite BLACK! It comes with both the Tarnished Gold and Tarnished Silver Versions of the Gown AND Dress, which is 4 amazing looks for just $350L! Run... Do Not Walk to "PIN UP DOLLS Boutique" Main Store in Retrology NOW and get yourself a delicious sip of Cosmo! Cheers!

The Cosmo Dress/Gown in Deluxe Edition [Black]

[L-R] Cosmo Gown in Black/Silver, Cosmo Dress in Black/Silver, Cosmo Dress in Black/Gold, Cosmo Gown in Black/Gold

The Cosmo Dress in Tarnished Gold

[L-R] Citrus Twist, Lemon Drop, Mocha Kiss, Saucy Tomato

The Cosmo Dress in Tarnished Silver

[L-R] Blueberry Tart, Fresh Fuchsia, Great Grape, Orange Julius

The Cosmo Gown in Soft Pastels

[L-R] First Blush, Ice Blue, Spring Green, Sweet Mauve

In All Photos:
Dress - PIN UP DOLLS Boutique, The Cosmo
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Club 13)
Skin – TaP, Tete a Pied - Now Fleur Skins, Vivant Bronze, Paon 4 [Group Gift]
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel (Big)
Hair – The Abyss, Secret (Smoke)
Bangle – EARTHTONES, Deco Wood Bangle, Tri-colour
Shoes – Maitreya, ChiChi (Black)
Earring – EARTHTONES, Carollin, Earrings (Gold/Black)