Bollywood Dreams

I love movies, all kinds of movies; Drama, Comedy, Foreign Films, Period Films, Action, Sci-Fi,... name it... I love it. But there is one kind of Movie that most people are shocked to learn I love, and that is Bollywood! I own over 300 titles on DVD, at one point watching them endlessly night and day till I usually didn't need to read the English subtitles anymore, the Hindi began to make sense. So I have always had a passion for all things from India, the food, the music, and of course, the fashion.

I own many Sari in SL, I love the striking colours and the flowy flexi skirts, but they are a very difficult thing to do well. If they move well, they don't tend to show well in photographs, if they look great in photos, then you usually can't dance in them. So I was intrigued to hear about a new 'Scupltie' Sari from Vlintuition. When the most recent "Bollywood Night" Event rolled around at PIN UPS, I decided to give it a good test run. By far this is the most real looking Sari I own, the colour choices were awesome and it was hard to pick just one. The skirt part looks as it should, like it is tucked into a petticoat, and the upper part that wraps the body was so nicely sculpted, looked very real I felt, and even covered my amble bust line. But of course, with the pluses, there was one drawback, when dancing or posing for pics, I had arms sticking through the top wrap at times, and so had to choose my poses carefully for this shoot. I still think that it was worth the Lindens, as it does photograph well in many poses, and when walking it looks fine. I also love that it came with the Flip Flop sandals as well as 4 choices of Tops to wear under the Sari. The one I am modeling in the main photos comes with a Sculptie Gem on the Halter Top as well. I love this TaP skin in Bronze; it really is a lovely shade and looks great against the vibrancy of the Sari. The 'Ginza' hair from "Armidi" is just one of my absolute favorite styles, and I think it really made for an authentic Bollywood Starlet look.





Sari – Vlintuition, Sculpted/Flexi Designer Sari (Royal Star)
Shoes – Vlintuition Zhu Xi Beaded Flip Flops [Included in Royal Star Sari Set]
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel (Big)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Hair – Armidi Hair, The Ginza (Midnight II)
Skin – TaP, Tete a Pied - Now Fleur Skins, Vivant Bronze, Paon 4 [Group Gift]
Bracelets – Mashooka Designs, Churiya Set 3 (Red)
Tattoos – Taliah Talamasca, The Wardrobe Trunk (on SLX), Henna Tattoo [Part of Red Sari Set]
Bangle – Taliah Talamasca, The Wardrobe Trunk (on SLX) Upper Arm Bangle [Part of Red Sari Set]
Piercing – Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Ring – Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire

What's In My Closet: Second Mirage

While struggling to find my passion for fashion again, I choose to Participate in the "Second Mirage Flickr Fantastic" Contest and display my entire collection of "Second Mirage" Jewelry. I personally felt that "Second Mirage" could represent Every Woman, regardless of Social Status, Race, Background, and could work into a wardrobe of unique personal style. I let the Jewelry speak to me, tell me who would wear it, and then created 23 Unique Looks for each and every piece. All these "Looks" are part of who I am... and the shape in my original shape, no mods were done what-so-ever. All the clothes and skins were in my wardrobe and I painstakingly created all 23 looks one at a time. It took me hours! Some of them are just "Good" some are "Great"! I am very proud of all of them. The common thread... all the Jewelry is from BritneyJ Crimson's "Second Mirage".



Second Mirage “Kenichi Necklace & Earrings Set”
Other Details
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel (Big)
Skin – TaP, (Tete a Pied) Vivant, Paon 4 (Bronze)
Hair – Armidi Hair, The Ginza (Midnight I)
Lashes – Lynnix’s Lashes, Feathered With Long Bottom Lashes
Sari, Henna Tattoo – Taliah Talamasca, Sari Dress Red (SLX)



Second Mirage “Kayla Brushed Steel Earrings”
Other Details
Eyes – Naughty Designs, Eyes by Lost, “Doll Eyes” (Mystical)
Skin – Minnu Model Skins, Pale Skin Gloss, Old Hollywood
Hair – Hose Queen, Glamour (Black)
Lashes – Lynnix’s Lashes, Feathered With Long Bottom Lashes
Dress – PIN UP DOLLS Boutique, Lisa Party Dress (Black/Pink)



Second Mirage “Leslie, Platinum Necklace & Earrings”
Other Details
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Skin – Chez Yaia, Angel Skin
Hair – Gurl6, Balls Of Hair (Dirtier White)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Club 13)
Tank Top - /artilleri/, Cassie (Cute Skull)



Second Mirage “Black Pearl & Silver Cameo Earrings”
Other Details
Eyes – Naughty Designs, Paris Grn2 Eyes
Skin – Blowpop, Mellie Cream (Natural Beauty)
Hair – Calla, Mistletoe – Two Tone (Ash, Dark Chocolate)
Sweater - Celestial Studios, Lulu Mini-Sweater & Arm Warmers (Dark Grey)



Second Mirage “Raven, Silver Set”
Other Details
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel (Big)
Skin – TaP, (Tete a Pied), Vivant, Paon 4, Chestnut
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Hair – Curl Up & Dye Salon, Frenchie (Deep Black)
Dress – Solange, Slide (Lime)



Second Mirage “Morah Silver & Turquoise Set”
Other Details
Eyes – Freak Fantasia, Glassy Mustard Green
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Gloss – Mauve)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Hair – ETD, Sofia (White)
Top – Icing, French Countryside Top
Shorts – Moonshine Clothing, Denim Shorts, Blues



Second Mirage “Carmen Necklace & Earrings”
Other Details
Eyes – Minnu Model, Blue Eyes
Skin – Minnu Model Skins, Pale 2008!
Lashes – Minnu Model, Thora Lashes
Hair – Cake, Cutie (Platinum)
Wings – Material Squirrel, Jinx Wings (Black)
Swimsuit – OPIUM Everyday Swimwear, Giselle (Black)



Second Mirage “Serenity Gold Earrings & Necklace Set”
Other Details
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Skin - /artilleri/, Lily Tan *Autumn*
Hair – Old Gravy, Hiding Hore Red
Top – TULI, Kimberly (Green)



Second Mirage “Ingrid Silver Set”
Other Details
Eyes – Freak Fantasia, Glossy Cobalt Eyes
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Blue - Evening)
Hair – ETD Aveda, Short Crop 2 (Chiffon)
Suit – First Impressions, Conservative Blue Pant Suit



Second Mirage “Brenda Gold & Diamond Set”
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Other Details
Eyes – Freak Fantasia, Glassy Mustard Green
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Rubies)
Hair – Armidi Hair, The Poynter (Midnight I)
Dress – Ivalde, Tirli Dress (Black)



Second Mirage “Victoria Platinum & Diamond Set”
Other Details
Eyes – Freak Fantasia, Glassy Mustard Green
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Frosting)
Hair – Kin, Edna (White)
Dress – Nicky Ree, Summer Breeze, Layered Long Dress (Olive)



Second Mirage “Cameo Choker with Silver & Black”
Other Details
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel (Big)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Neutral 3)
Hair – ETD, Deidra (White)
Dress – Last Call, Alexandra (Black)



Second Mirage “Fiona, Leather Necklace With Crucifix”
Other Details
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Hair – Celestial Studios, Cypher (Blood)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 00, Smoke)
Costume – Solange, Legacy (Black & Silver)



Second Mirage “Amelia, Peridot Set”
Other Details
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Hair – ETD, Couture Collection, The Crop (Smoky)
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Earth 4)
Dress – Ivalde, Lovinda Dress (Green)



Second Mirage “Tory, Gold Triple Necklace”
Other Details
Eyes – Freak Fantasia, Glassy Mustard Green
Hair/Hat – Adam N Eve, Billie (Black, With Fedora)
Skin – TULI, S4 Sunkissed, Brown Brows
Top – Little Rebel, Suede Vest
Jeans – PBI (Pushbutton Industries), Albatross Jeans



Second Mirage “Cassandra Silver, Blue Topaz Necklace”
Other Details:
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel (Big)
Skin – TaP, (Tete a Pied) Vivant Paon 4 (Buff)
Hair – Zero Style, Pompadour (Silver)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Blouse – SIP, (Sexy In Pink) Autumn Girl



Second Mirage “Elise Black Pearl Set”
Other Details:
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Red - Dusk)
Eyes – Naughty Designs, Paris Grn2 Eyes
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Hair – ETD, Lydia (Espresso)
Dress – Marlys, Falling For Piet Modrian



Second Mirage “Alidar Gold Set”
Other Details:
Skin – Minnu Model Skins, Pale (Lime)
Eyes – Bonne Nuit, Eye of God (Nebuleye)
Hair – Frangipani Designs Hair, Torta (Cloud)
Lashes – Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Club 13)
Dress – Gisaci By Armidi, Sunset Boulevard Dress (White)



Second Mirage “Tess Diamond & Platinum Set”
Other Details:
Skin – La Sylphide, Liliana Black & White (Noir)
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Hair – Diversity Hair, Marci (Pewter, Light)
Lashes – Lynnix’s Lashes, Feathered (w/ Long Bottom Lashes)
Dress – Simone, Stardust in Black



Second Mirage “Pink Pearl Drop Necklace”
Other Details:
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Pink – Sugar)
Eyes – Decollage, Hazel Eyes
Hair – Gracile, Augusta (White)
Lashes – Lynnix’s Lashes, Feathered (w/ Long Bottom Lashes)
Top – Mischief, *Mis* In Line Blouse



Second Mirage “Pearl Drop Necklace”
Other Details:
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Purple- Orchid)
Eyes – Miriel, Hazel (Big)
Hair – Frangipani Designs, FD Hair, Paris (Licorice)
Top – Fetch, Black Tied Sweater



Second Mirage “Black Pearl Drop Necklace”
Other Details:
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Rubies)
Eyes – Freak Fantasia, Glassy Mustard Green
Lashes - Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Club 13)
Hair – ETD, Anisa (Smoke)
Dress – Heart Cupcakes, Black & Tan Lacy Dress



Second Mirage “Christmas Tree Earrings”
Other Details:
Skin – Celestial Studios, Charmed Line (Tone 20, Gloss- Red)
Eyes – Freak Fantasia, Glossy Cobalt Eyes
Lashes - Celestial Studios, Prim Lashes (Classic 10)
Hair – Curio, Pigtail Braids (Black)
Top – Pixeldolls, Comfort: Jacket (Red)
Pants – Leezu Baxter Designs, SamGlam Pants (Scrunched Up Jeans)

City Chic

Time to shop means putting together a Classy Fashionista look! I threw this look together for a shopping trip with Draco, and it wowed me! This corset is Perfection, it even has the breast piece insert to make it look like the leather wraps the body as opposed to hugs it. Made by Bijou, it includes the blouse and tights, and even a shirt that I opted not to use here. MG Fashions "London Calling Collection" offers these very hot sequin shorts. This look can go from shopping Madison Avenue to a Cocktail Party in a flash. I do love these Stiletto Moody shoes that my lovely sister Anessa Stine got me for the holidays. The little touch of red in the shoe sparks this look up!



Hair - Maitreya, Loelle (White)
Skin - Celestial Studios, Charmed (Tone 20, Red-Dusk)
Eyes - Freak Fantasia, Mustard Green
Blouse/Corset/Fishnets - :bijou:, Mustang (White)
Shorts - [MG Fashion], London Calling Collection, Sequin Shorts (Black)
Purse - TaP (Tete A Pied), Heiress Handbag
Shoes - Stiletto Moody, Pump & Ankle Strap (Lizard)
Nose -Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud
Necklace/Earrings Set - Paper Couture, Diamond Necklace Set
Ring - Caroline’s Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire

Something Different

I wanted to play a little, so I dove into those *NEW* Item folders of mine and came up with this fab trench coat from LeeZu Baxter. I love her stuff, and her new items are so fantastical. I couldn't really find a top to wear under it, so went a little risque to let the jacket speak for itself. I particularly love the detail on the back. Paired with some Cargos from *REDGRAVE*, and these great new ankle boots from Armidi, I turned up the heat by trying on the Group Gift TaP Skin. I don't usually play with my skins, but heck, it was free, so why not. I was surprised actually, since most skins don't look right on my shape, and I am of the "Don't Tinker" mind when it comes to my shape. Teamed with this hair by /Milk/, I think I came up with a pretty High Fashion look.



Skin - TaP Vivant Buff Paon 4 (Free Group Gift)
Hair - /Milk/ Hair, Sharp Edges (Black)
Lashes - Lynnix's Lashes (Feathered, Long Bottom Lash)
Eyes - Celestial Studios Optics, Naturals (Hazel)
Slacks - *REDGRAVE*, CARGO Pants (Smoke)
Shoes - [Armidi Gasaci], Oxford Leather Ankle Boot (Silver II)
Earrings - Queen Couture, Diamond Frame Earring
Coat - LBD, LeeZu Baxter Designs, JonesForest Coat
Ring - Caroline's Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Nose Stud - Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud

It's So Easy Being Green

When I saw this MG Fashion jacket blogged by Deux Looks, I knew I simply had to get one. What I did not anticipate was the sheer range of colours! I had at least 5 different shades of green to choose from, but opted for this one after much temptation to but the fatpack. It is a really well made garment, and just a classic I know I will wear season after season. Paired up with a pair of *REDGRAVE* Cargos and Boots, I also threw in this fab Fashionably Dead Sweater (Comes in a pack of two colours) for that "True To The Season" Look.



Skin - TaP Vivant Buff Paon 4 (Free Group Gift)
Hair - /Milk/ Hair, Sharp Edges (Black)
Lashes - Lynnix's Lashes (Feathered, Long Bottom Lash)
Eyes - Celestial Studios Optics, Naturals (Hazel)
Slacks - *REDGRAVE*, CARGO Pants (Smoke)
Sweater - Fashionably Dead, Cos Sweater (Dirt)
Boots - *REDGRAVE*, Smoke - Leather Sculpties
Jacket - MG Fashion, Canadiana Jacket (Green Explosion)
Ring - Caroline's Jewelry, Gimcrack Diamond Solitaire
Nose Stud - Tickled Pink, Uma Nose Stud