Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Feeling Fabulous

Hiya everyone! Tonight I have some FabFree group gifts, for the inworld Fabulously Free in SL group which is free to join. The group is for the always inspiring Fab Free blog, which I have been avidly reading for pretty much my entire Second life. There are many designers associated with their blog and group, and some of them are generously offering a gift in their store for us to pick up with our Fab Free tag active. I always enjoy sharing them with all of you :) Let's jump right in and see what I found, shall we?


Ahh, Eclectic Stars..."a little bit cheeky, many bits geeky" as their designer says in her notecards inside each of her products. I love indulging my geeky side there! The gift they are currenty offering FabFree members is this Silky Pastel Goth mini kimono style dress, in several fitmesh sizes including standard, Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink. The bats are disarmingly cute, and I am loving the colors.


My next stop was Ecce Bellus, and they are offering their Crushed Silk Mini w/Shoes for us lucky FabFree group members. The flirty dress comes in standard mesh sizes plus Belleza Freya, Belleza Isis, Belleza Venus, Maitreya, Slink Hourglass, and Slink Physique, while the shoes (called Cassie red) come in Slink and Belleza sizes. They are all a perfect match, and I am thinking some simple jewelry with clean lines for an elegant look, or a neat statement necklace to shake things up a bit.


A visit to MOoH! with your FabFree tag active will reward you with this lovely Adele Dress, in several standard and fitmesh sizes including Slink Hourglass and Slink Physique versions. The exquisite floral pattern on the skirt will bring a touch of spring to your wardrobe, no matter what the season.


Next I visited a new store to me, Millenial Rising Ashes, who are offering us this playful Mad Unicorn outfit in just two sizes, Hourglass and Physique. The top and skirt are actually a single mesh piece, and I think this is a very fun look for exploring wherever your second life leads you.


This last outfit is our gift from Heaven & Hell, their Gimmie Patriotic Dress Blue with little Stars. It is an intriguing style, with one ruffled shoulder and a bare shoulder/breast that are covered with an attached solid blue layer like a cropped tank. The skirt is surprisingly short in the back, so you may want to consider a pair of shorts or at least be sure you're wearing your favorite undies :) I also am excited to show you a closer look at the fantastic lipstick I have been wearing in all these photos, a special offer from LIVIA at the Lost & Found event. It is their Desiree Lipstick and includes 10 satiny shades, just $129L each applier pack (Catwa, Lelutka, or Omega/Tattoo). There are dark shades, lighter ones, hues of pinks and purples and even nude, so they should be flattering on any skin tone. My GA.EG Barbara mesh head has smaller lips than average and it still fits me beautifully (I used the Omega HUD) so I am very happy with my beautiful new lipsticks. The event is open until the 18th of June, so you have plenty of time to stop by. The LIVIA mainstore link is in my side bar as always, and the location of the event is what you'll find in my ending credits.

I hope you are all having a beautiful day/evening, magical magpie hugs to each of you!!

Credits:

Photo 1:
Dress: Eclectic Stars - Silky - Pastel Goth $0L FabFree Group Gift

Photo 2:
Dress/Shoes: .:Ecce Bellus:. Crushed Silk Mini- W/Shoes $0L FabFree Group Gift

Photo 3:
Dress: MOoH! Adele Dress $0L FabFree Group Gift

Photo 4:
Outfit: Millenial Rising Ashes [M.R.A] Fab Free Mad Unicorn $0L FabFree Group Gift

Photo 5:
Dress: Heaven & Hell H&H Gimmie Patriotic Dress Blue with little Stars $0L FabFree Group Gift
Lipstick: LIVIA::Desiree Lipstick [Omega HUD] $129L Lost & Found Event

Head: [GA.EG] Barbara Bento Mesh Head
Hair: TRUTH HAIR - HoneyAna - Gingers (previous VIP Group Gift)
Eyes: * Inkheart * - Juno Eyes - Honey
Skin: 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Yris Apricot (Omega head & Omega Body)
Nails: Slink Utilities HUD
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara 4.1
Hands: Slink AvEnhance Hands Female-Casual (UPDATED 3/8/2017 to Dynamic/Bento)
Feet: Slink AvEnhance Feet Female Deluxe Pack
All Poses: Verocity (various sets)

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Free Dove Gifts

Hiya everyone! Tonight's post takes us to a favorite location of mine, the Free Dove, where you can always find a wide range of generous gifts on their main floor, as well as impressive bargains upstairs and across the way in their newer building. Don't forget the monthly mini hunts, whose next round I am looking forward to as usual. Tonight I have several gifts to show you, which are compatible with classic avatars and mesh bodies alike, so there is bound to be something to suit you. There are gifts for men and women, not just clothing but shoes, jewelry, skins, shapes, hair, and more. The display areas have signs above to help you find the category you wish, beautifully organized for your convenience.


My first look is the Free Dove Dress from Virtue, whose notecard says "modest fashions for a virtuous woman". If you prefer your clothing to be less revealing, or sometimes a special occasion calls for a more modest outfit, this sounds like an ideal brand. The dress and matching shrug are each included in standard mesh sizes plus Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, and Venus sizes. I think it looks lovely both ways, and the soft green color with pretty floral design definitely caught my eye.


My next look is another great gift at Free Dove, the {Le'La} Dora Dress. It has the look of a crisp white blouse with a high waisted skirt adorned with 6 bold buttons, and comes in standard mesh sizes along with Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, eBody, Hourglass, Physique, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine versions. I feel like an alluring executive, apparently power is sexy ;) 


This gift is the Prism Lindsey Gown in White Blossoms by Journey, and it comes in standard mesh sizes and a fitted version. The style is really intriguing, with the thin black tube top beneath the white halter dress that ends in a small train in the back. You can slip into your favorite black or white shoes, maybe add a bracelet or pair of earrings, and you are ready for a terrific night out.


Each of tonight's looks has something about it that strongly appealed to me, and this Tilly Outfit by Pin Up is no exception. The colors drew me in, and having perfectly matched sandals included is a huge draw as well! The dress is provided in sizes for Belleza Freya, Belleza Isis, Belleza Venus, eBody, Maitreya, Slink Hourglass, Slink Physique, and a Standard Fitmesh version, while the wedge sandals have sizes for Belleza, Maitreya, Slink MID, and TMP High. All of my poses tonight (as usual) are from Verocity, and this photo shows Sandra 3M on the left with Sandra 2 on the right. More details in a moment...


One last look of the evening, this flirty dress is from Just Evolve Shopping and is called Tainted Love. The dress itself comes in Small, Medium, and Large standard sizes, plus Hourglass, Physique, and Maitreya versions. Also included is a handy HUD that offers 4 texture options, two of which can be seen above. My poses here, like the poses in the prior photo, are from the Verocity - Sandra Pose Set, their offering for Hello Tuesday that is just $25L for 6 poses plus their mirror versions. That's 12 total poses for $25L, half off the regular price. On the left is Sandra 1 and on the right is Sandra 4. You can find their full selection at the main store link in my right hand column as usual, while the link in the credits for this photo will bring you directly to their Hello Tuesday display. 

My week is off to a decent start, and I am still chuckling over some Mario Kart adventures earlier this evening. I hope you are all having a wonderful day/evening, magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:
All Gifts found at The Free Dove:

Photo 1:
Dress: Virtue Free Dove Dress $0L Free Dove Gift

Photo 2:
Dress: {Le'La} Dora Dress $0L Free Dove Gift

Photo 3:
Dress: Prism Lindsey Gown in White Blossoms by Journey $0L Free Dove Gift

Photo 4:
Dress/Shoes: Pin Up [PU] Tilly Outfit $0L Free Dove Gift

Photo 5:
Dress: JUST EVOLVE SHOPPING-TAINTED LOVE $0L Free Dove Gift
Poses: Verocity - Sandra Pose Set $25L Hello Tuesday

Head: [GA.EG] Barbara Bento Mesh Head
Hair: TRUTH HAIR - Imani - Redhead @ Uber Event until June 23rd
Eyes: * Inkheart * - Juno Eyes - Honey
Skin: 7 Deadly s{K}ins - Yris Apricot (Omega head & Omega Body)
Nails: Slink Utilities HUD
Body: Slink Physique Mesh Body
Hands: Slink AvEnhance Hands Female-Casual (UPDATED 3/8/2017 to Dynamic/Bento)
Feet: Slink AvEnhance Feet Female Deluxe Pack
All Poses: Verocity (various sets)

Monday, May 29, 2017

Marketplace Holiday

Hiya everyone! It is a holiday weekend here in the USA, Memorial Day to be specific for all my wonderful readers in other areas of the world, and Monday is generally spent with friends and family at a barbecue, or at the beach enjoying the opening weekend for most of the seasonal stores and attractions. Meanwhile in SL, I decided to visit the Marketplace so I could pick up a few bikinis, and then I could head to a beach to enjoy my new swimsuits. The marketplace is terrific for when you aren't sure who will carry exactly what you need, or don't feel like teleporting multiple places which is something that can become difficult on weekends or when SL is crowded. This meant more time on my mini-vacation, which was at a beautiful place called Star Journey. There is a beach, as well as a nightclub, and many places to explore. In the short time I was there, I enjoyed the beach, had a drink at a tiki bar, went for a swim, found a waterfall with lightning (you will see that in a moment) and even found another hidden beach in I believe it was the SW corner of the sim. It is always worth a visit and I seem to find new things each time I'm there.


This was on the beach near the landing zone, which is not far from their nightclub. I am wearing a very generous Marketplace gift from Faboo named Batik Valentine Bikini. Yes, I do realize it is no longer Valentine's Day, lol, but hearts are always a welcome addition to my wardrobe :) Now this beauty includes system layers plus appliers for Phat Azz, Slink, Tangos, WowMeh, and Omega, and there are different versions of each part: bandeau top, string top, 2 string stop, hipster bottom, string bottom, and maui bottom. There are even several bows for the various versions. On the left I am wearing the bandeau top, hipster bottom, and hipster hip knots, while on the right is the string top and string bottom with bows for neck, back, and breast. So many ways to wear this amazing gift, it was hard to narrow it down to even these two looks.


I love the ocean, but I do get thirsty from the sun, so I headed to that tiki bar I mentioned earlier and changed into a more revealing swimsuit. This is the {B} Blue Polka Dot Bikini Free Gift and includes system layers as well as an Omega HUD. The color is flattering for many skin tones, and the style will certainly get attention too.


I wandered quite a bit, and found myself in front of a double waterfall with some intriguing weather...there are frequent flashes of lightning, which glimmer off the falling water in bright flashes of blue. I got changed again, this time into my new The Rose Bikini Rose, that is the store named The Rose and the bikini having its namesake image on each section of fabric, top and bottom. This one is for the mesh body wearers, a single HUD for Belleza, Maitreya, and Omega. I do appreciate finding such generous, high quality gifts!


This time I am holding my other hand out, feeling gentle raindrops falling on myself as well as the water around me. I am on a stone path that crosses this particular pond, and the sound of the rain was quite soothing while the visual beauty was just as enjoyable. I tend to wear brighter colors when it rains, almost as a contrast I think, so I happily slipped into this Marketplace free gift from Illusion Lingerie, their Pink Floral Bikini. There are flowers on the bank behind me, so that made sense too. This gift includes Omega, Belleza, Maitreya, and Slink HUDs so it is another gift for mesh bodies. The bold colors made me want to dance in the rain, just soaking it in and appreciating (virtual) nature.

It was quite a busy day in RL too, hehe, although there was no beach involved...just a barbecue with family, and a few games to help keep all our minds sharp (mostly my 90 year old grandma) and to provide some smiles. I almost demanded a revenge match in Uno, LOL! That, Yahtzee, and Pokeno were all part of the fun. I hope you all had a nice day too, Happy Memorial Day to those in the USA, and magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:

Photo 1:
Bikini: FABOO Batik Valentine Bikini $0L Marketplace

Photo 2:
Bikini: {B}BLUE POLKADOT BIKINI-FREE GIFT $0L Marketplace

Photo 3:
Bikini: THE ROSE BIKINI ROSE $0L Marketplace

Photo 4:
Bikini: Illusion Lingerie - Pink Floral Bikini $0L Marketplace

Head: [GA.EG] Barbara Bento Mesh Head
Hair: TRUTH HAIR - Imani - Redhead @ Uber Event until June 23rd
Eyes: * Inkheart * - Uran Eyes - Deep Sea $1L Peace by Peace 1 Hunt Prize
Skin: .::WoW Skins::. Sahra GG Gen Tan 2016 (Omega HUD)
Nails: Slink Utilities HUD
Body: Slink Physique Mesh Body
Hands: Slink AvEnhance Hands Female-Casual (UPDATED 3/8/2017 to Dynamic/Bento)
Feet: Slink AvEnhance Feet Female Deluxe Pack
All Poses: Verocity (various sets)
Photo Location: Star Journey

Sunday, May 28, 2017

Weekend One Stop Shopping

Hiya everyone! I have to admit I am pretty tired this weekend, and if you are too then you might appreciate the opportunity to teleport to just one location and find several gifts for various groups that are all free to join. That single stop is GeMyles, and there is a bonus of a lucky chair and some lucky boards if you are in their free store group. The boards might not need the group tag, but the chair definitely did. As for the other groups, they are all ones I've blogged group gifts for previously, SL Frees & Offers (SLF&O) and Maitreya Gifts, Specials, and News (MGSN) and even the FitMesh Fanatics group which was founded by the same designer who brings us the GeMyles store filled with terrific clothing. The group gifts are in a room towards the back of the store, my LM should give you a red arrow pointing to it, and while facing the wall of gifts you'll want to look left (south I think it was) to locate those lucky boards/chair which were showing a variety of shoes when I checked them this morning.


This first look is the GeMyles Tiffannie Sleeveless Tank which is the gift for their own store group. I adore the wording on it, and wholeheartedly agree that we each have our own type of beauty both inside and out. This belted tank dress comes in standard fitted mesh sizes along with Belleza, Maitreya, Slink Hourglass, and Slink Physique versions. 


Next we have another nice look for the warmer weather, the gift for the SLF&O Group called Kialaya Pink Oriental Dress. It includes standard sizes and features a beautiful floral print on the skirt, sweet buttons on the front and back, and that flirty hem that I am such a fan of. I could happily breeze through the summer wearing cute dresses like this!


I briefly toyed with the idea of trying to censor this outfit, but ultimately decided that the black lace obscures things just enough that I would rather you are able to see how the outfit truly looks without little white hearts or stars blocking things. This is our gift for the MGSN group, called GeMyles Daisy Duke Outfit MGSN April 17. It comes in standard fitmesh sizes plus Belleza, Maitreya, Slink Hourglass, and Slink Physique sizes. This one is in a lovely grey denim, and it has a relative as another group gift seen next :)


If you would like it with the denim tinted blue instead, just pop on your tag for FitMesh Fanatics and claim the Daisy Duke Outfit FF Mar 17. Same great sizes as the previous photo, same slight peekaboo situation with the lace, so I will suggest that if you have a favorite lingerie set with a shelf bra, apply it beneath this outfit to add a bit of modesty and you could wear this anywhere you wish. I am also thinking that a bikini would look adorable layered beneath, since it is a summery style and would look daringly sexy at the beach. I'm not saying you have to cover up, clearly I am not ashamed of having nipples (see yesterday's post filled with sheer blouses) but I also do realize they are not always appropriate viewing for all types of sims or stores. 

It was a pretty nice day here, a few rain showers but mostly just cloudy with mild temperatures and a refreshing breeze. I bought some treats at the farmers market as usual, and am getting ready for a barbecue tomorrow since it will be the best weather of the long weekend. I hope all of you are having a fantastic weekend, magical magpie hugs to each of you!!

Credits:
All Group Gifts from GeMyles:


Photo 1:
Dress: GeMyles Tiffannie Sleeveless Tank $0L GeMyles Group Gift

Photo 2:
Dress: GeMyles Kialaya Pink Oriental Dress $0L SLF&O Group Gift

Photo 3:
Outfit: GeMyles Daisy Duke Outfit MGSN April 17 $0L MGSN Group Gift

Photo 4:
Outfit: GeMyles Daisy Duke Outfit FF Mar 17 $0L FitMesh Fanatics Group Gift

Head: [GA.EG] Barbara Bento Mesh Head
Hair: TRUTH HAIR - Imani - Redhead @ Uber Event until June 23rd
Eyes: * Inkheart * - Uran Eyes - Deep Sea $1L Peace by Peace 1 Hunt Prize
Skin: .::WoW Skins::. Lolly 2016 Tan (Omega HUD)
Nails: Slink Utilities HUD
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara
Hands: Slink AvEnhance Hands Female-Casual (UPDATED 3/8/2017 to Dynamic/Bento)
Feet: Slink AvEnhance Feet Female Deluxe Pack
All Poses: Verocity (various sets)

Saturday, May 27, 2017

Summer School with Sn@tch

Hiya everyone! The newest Fish 4 This set at Sn@tch is in the "waters" there, so grab your 7 Seas rod or purchase one there (reusable indefinitely) and catch all 23 pieces of the Dammit! Summer School set to mix and match. There are 7 colors of the blouse in system layers or an Omega HUD that contains all 7, and 6 different skirt colors (the blouse colors except white) in standard mesh sizes plus Freya, Isis, and Venus versions. The accessories this time include a tie with resize script, stockings (system or Omega), short socks (also system or Omega) with ruffles, and shoes for Slink MID feet. We can create a sassy look for any occasion, or make our naughty school girl fantasies come true. 


I can't believe I have to go to summer school, now I just have to get ready...I need to decide what to wear! This Sn@tch Summer School Tied Top in Blue looks comfy, and is just sheer enough to distract the teacher. It looks cute with the Sn@tch Summer School Mini in Blue, with that innocent looking lace edging. Looks can be deceiving!


This white blouse sure is pretty though, and looks great with the tie. The skirt is flattering in peach, but I should see what the other colors look like, and I need to get something on my feet already!


It's really hard to decide when there are so many terrific colors. On the left I tried the yellow top and yellow skirt, then on the right you can see the violet top and violet mini. I added my new shoes, Poppy Platform Sandals in Slink/White, and the babydoll socks in white with their matching ruffles. It really is getting late...maybe the teacher will understand that I had to look just right.


Now this is one of my favorite colors, so the pink shirt and mini are a strong contender for my final choice. Did you notice the sweet little bow on the waistband texture of each skirt? It goes so well with the bows on these Cute AF Stockings in White! If I wear this, I can go right to the mall after without having to get changed first. I'd better grab my credit card.


Yay, I did it! I made my decision, for the first day of Summer School I'll be wearing the shirt and mini skirt in Seafoam. Since I have the beach on my mind anyway, seafoam is a perfect color to wear while my mind drifts to how much fun I could be having. Maybe instead of the mall, I should just head down the shore after and hope one of my friends there can loan me a bikini. I don't have time to pack a bag, so it's that or I will be skinny dipping after class. 

I actually did have the misfortune of attending summer school in 9th grade, but I definitely didn't look like this ;) We had a strict dress code, pants and closed toe shoes and blouses with long sleeves. The building wasn't even air conditioned, eek! Short version: huge new school, poor adjustment, harsh teacher who broke a promise to pass me if I handed in all homework and made an effort. I got a 99 in my summer school class because they didn't give 100's! It taught me that life isn't always fair, but we should still try to make the best of a bad situation. No regrets :) Okay maybe other regrets in life, LOL, but not that one.

I hope you're all having a terrific day, with a great weekend ahead. Magical magpie hugs to each and every one of you!!

Credits:
All Prizes from Sn@tch Fish 4 This-Dammit! Summer School:


Photo 1:
Top: Sn@tch Summer School Tied Top (Blue) $0L Fishing Prize
Skirt: Sn@tch Summer School Mini (Blue) $0L Fishing Prize

Photo 2:
Top: Sn@tch Summer School Tied Top (White) $0L Fishing Prize
Skirt: Sn@tch Summer School Mini (Peach) $0L Fishing Prize
Tie: Sn@tch Summer School Tie (White) $0L Fishing Prize

Photo 3:
Top Left: Sn@tch Summer School Tied Top (Yellow) $0L Fishing Prize
Top Right: Sn@tch Summer School Tied Top (Violet) $0L Fishing Prize
Skirt Left: Sn@tch Summer School Mini (Yellow) $0L Fishing Prize
Skirt Right: Sn@tch Summer School Mini (Violet) $0L Fishing Prize
Socks: Sn@tch Babydoll Socks (WHITE) $0L Fishing Prize
Shoes: Sn@tch Poppy Platform Sandals (Slink/White) $0L Fishing Prize
Ruffles: Sn@tch Babydoll Sock Ruffle (White) $0L Fishing Prize

Photo 4:
Top: Sn@tch Summer School Tied Top (Pink) $0L Fishing Prize
Skirt: Sn@tch Summer School Mini (Pink) $0L Fishing Prize
Stockings: Sn@tch Cute AF Stockings (WHITE) $0L Fishing Prize

Photo 5:
Top: Sn@tch Summer School Tied Top (Seafoam) $0L Fishing Prize
Skirt: Sn@tch Summer School Mini (Seafoam) $0L Fishing Prize

Head: [GA.EG] Barbara Bento Mesh Head
Hair: TRUTH HAIR - Imani - Redhead @ Uber Event until June 23rd
Eyes: * Inkheart * - Uran Eyes - Deep Sea $1L Peace by Peace 1 Hunt Prize
Skin: .::WoW Skins::. Lolly 2016 Tan (Omega HUD)
Nails: Slink Utilities HUD
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara
Hands: Slink AvEnhance Hands Female-Casual (UPDATED 3/8/2017 to Dynamic/Bento)
Feet: Slink AvEnhance Feet Female Deluxe Pack
All Poses: Verocity (various sets)

Friday, May 26, 2017

More Adventures in Babysitting

Hiya everyone! Tonight is part 2 of the rewards from the Adventures in Babysitting Quest, a fun activity at the Flawless sim that you can still take part in for the next few days to claim these fantastic prizes as well. It will take about 45 minutes and involves a HUD and some easy to follow instructions, sort of like a guided tour of the area but with a storyline about trying to find 7-year-old twins who have slipped away from you while shopping. I am glad I checked it out, and I hope you will be too.


Entice has a second gift among the many rewards for completing the quest, this is their Stickwitu Dress in Navy. This sexy strapless mini comes in standard mesh sizes plus Belleza Freya, Belleza Isis, Belleza Venus, Slink Hourglass, Slink Physique, Maitreya, TMP, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine versions. I was captivated by the slight sheen on here, which gives it a leathery look, and the seams are perfection.


I did a bit of mixing and matching for the next few looks, since there are some terrific tops and a playful pair of pantyhose to share. This particular top is from ORQUIDEA and named Audrey, with the timeless Ms. Hepburn's profile on the front. It comes in small, medium, and large sizes, and has very cute beading on the back including a heart. The pantyhose are our prize from NylonDreams and are a limited edition for this quest, so if they catch your eye as they did mine, you know what to do ;) The gift is a HUD for Belleza, Maitreya, Omega, and Slink, so most mesh bodies should be covered. I love those colors together, and the polka dots are just plain fun!


As you can see, I left the pantyhose on, but changed into the top from Tori's Stylez which is called TS Lilly Top SE in Floral. There are plenty of mesh sizes for you to choose from (standard, Freya, Isis, Venus, Maitreya, Hourglass, Physique, Curvy, and Fine) along with a very handy HUD which provides 8 color options for the top. The delicate floral pattern looks so pretty in all the colors, and the style looks great either dressed up with a skirt or paired casually with jeans. 


The bird lover in me could not resist this adorable prize from Zo Awesum, dare I say it made my heart sing? *bad pun, sorry not sorry* This is called Pretty Bird and consists of the birdcage to rez out, and the saffron finch attachment to wear/add to yourself. The cage has a built in pose, just right click and sit, and you get to enjoy the company of both precious birds. The one in the cage seems pretty excited about the bowl of food on the bottom, while the one on our hand seems intrigued by the friendly human visitor. 

It was an interesting day here to say the least, with the threat of thunderstorms canceling a farmers market I was really looking forward to (but said storms didn't arrive until several hours later) and my first acupuncture session. I was complimented on my deep breathing technique, which amused me because who knew breathing was a talent? ;) Seriously though, I think anyone with anxiety knows that diaphragmatic breathing is very relaxing, and it turns out it helps the tiny needles do their work. Just 5 needles today, and I will be returning next week, so we shall see if this can succeed where modern medicine has failed me for the past several years. I have family members who are having great improvements in their health from this very provider, so it is encouraging to me.

Quick hair note: I visited the Uber event (small miracle finding an opening in the usually full sim!) and got the Truth Hair I mentioned seeing on Flickr yesterday, she is called Imani and I am in love ♥ . There is a stylist HUD with 2 versions of the bangs and 3 placements of the loose waves (left, right, and both) and it is just a beautiful style. I expect you will be seeing a lot of it on blogs and Flickr, and I will probably wear it quite a bit :)

Okay, I hope you're all having a beautiful day/evening, magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:
All Prizes from the Adventures in Babysitting Quest:

Photo 1:
Dress: Entice - Stickwitu Dress - Navy $0L Quest Prize

Photo 2:
Top: ORQUIDEA Cami - Audrey $0L Quest Prize
Pantyhose: NylonDreams - Pantyhose Limited Edition $0L Quest Prize

Photo 3:
Top: Tori's Stylez TS-Lilly-Top SE-Floral $0L Quest Prize

Photo 4:
Decor: ~Zo Awesum~ Pretty Bird $0L Quest Prize

Head: [GA.EG] Barbara Bento Mesh Head
Hair: TRUTH HAIR - Imani - Redhead @ Uber Event until June 23rd
Eyes: * Inkheart * - Uran Eyes - Deep Sea $1L Peace by Peace 1 Hunt Prize
Skin: .::WoW Skins::. Scarlett Milk (Omega HUD)
Nails: Slink Utilities HUD
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara
Hands: Slink AvEnhance Hands Female-Casual (UPDATED 3/8/2017 to Dynamic/Bento)
Feet: Slink AvEnhance Feet Female Deluxe Pack
All Poses: Verocity (various sets)

Thursday, May 25, 2017

Adventures in Babysitting

Hiya everyone! This morning, Xan and I had ourselves an adventure on the Flawless sim, and I am really pleased to share the details with all of you. Head on over and click one of the many signs there, and you can get a HUD that will guide you through the quest Adventures in Babysitting. You are watching 7-year-old twins who get away from you and are armed with a credit card, LOL, so it is important to follow their trail. It takes about 45 minutes, and the directions were all very clear (go out the door, turn left, enter this store...click this person...etc.) so it is suitable for all ages and all experience levels in SL. You will be guided to explore the stores and surrounding area there, very pretty landscaping as well as nice merchandise to look over. At the end of your quest, you will receive 11 gifts as a reward, so that's quite an incentive :) Tonight I will be showing you a few of those, to be continued tomorrow since there were too many for just one post. The quest runs until the 29th, so you have several days left to visit. I also have a fantastic nail set from LIVIA found at the TWE12VE Event to show you, so keep an eye on my fingertips and on the closer view at the end of the post.


This first wonderful dress is from Dulce Designs, their Disco Queen in rose, and the prize includes sizes for Belleza Freya, Belleza Isis, Belleza Venus, Maitreya, eBody, Slink Hourglass, Slink Physique, and a Classic size. It really does look like a disco ball, and the rosy color gives it a unique look that I am a fan of.


I am also loving the prize from Albino Peacock, whose name is Misty and consists of the top in what I call the lucky 13 of mesh sizes (5 standard, 5 fitmesh, Belleza, Maitreya, Slink) and the skirt in plenty of fitmesh sizes: standard, Belleza Freya, Belleza Isis, Belleza Venus, Maitreya, eBody, Slink Hourglass, Slink Physique, TMP, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine. The top has a gorgeous open weave in the back, and the skirt is feminine yet not overly sweet despite the floral motif.


More Than Ever has a beautiful prize waiting for us, their Electric Garden Dress with its remarkable texture that made me think of fireworks or something you might find in a coral reef, some bioluminescent creature. It comes in plenty of sizes for everyone: 5 standard, 5 fitmesh, Belleza Freya, Belleza Isis, Belleza Venus, eBody, Maitreya, Slink Hourglass, Slink Physique, TMP, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine. I want to dance the night away in this stunner!


With a different take on shades of blue, this is one of the prizes from Entice called Dixie Fried Dress in PeriRose. The details here are delightful, from the soft lace at the neckline and hem to the tiny bows in the back and front. It is provided in a fitted size for classic avatars along with Maitreya, Slink Hourglass, and Slink Physique versions. I have been drawn to florals lately as well as blues, so this is a particular favorite.


Speaking of florals and blues, these are those terrific nails I mentioned in the beginning from LIVIA which you can find at the TWE12VE event until the end of the month. They are called Blossom Nails and the HUD is compatible with Slink, Omega, Maitreya, Vista, and Tuty. There are 8 designs (2 with flowers, 2 with their buds, and 4 solid or ombre) and the HUD provides 4 mixes for Maitreya and Tuty. The best part is that the HUD is only $99L for all those possibilities, so hurry! :) The LIVIA mainstore link is on the right as always, and the event's link is what you will find in the credits below. By the way, the nails I am wearing are the Slink stiletto included with their dynamic hands, a separate attachment that you can adjust to one of 3 lengths, of which I believe this is the medium. Wearing them automatically hides the traditional Slink nails that are part of their hands. 

Hair note of the night: the style I am wearing is one of the new releases from Truth Hair, with the updated textures and a stylist HUD, called Scout in Redhead. That stylist HUD I mentioned lets you adjust each ponytail to behind or in front of the shoulder, or pull them both up into the cute buns I am sporting in the last few images. Even the bangs can be adjusted, down like in the last photo where my face is visible or tucked behind one ear like in the others. I just spotted a new Truth release on Flickr a minute ago, so I think I may need to purchase lindens!!!

Whew, what a day...I didn't expect to go out at all, then wound up being out all evening while not feeling my best. I'm excited but terrified for tomorrow when I will be attending my first ever acupuncture session, the one I had to cancel a few months ago and am just now finding time to try again. I have no tattoos in RL or any piercings other than my ears from childhood, so I am not used to needles and must admit I am not a fan. Wish me luck! I hope you are all having a magnificent day/evening, magical magpie hugs to each and every one of you!!

Credits:
All Prizes from the Adventures in Babysitting Quest:

Photo 1:
Dress: ! Dulce Designs ! Disco Queen (rose) $0L Quest Prize

Photo 2:
Outfit: Albino Peacock "Misty" for Flawless Sim Shopping Quest $0L Quest Prize

Photo 3:
Dress: Electric Garden Dress - FSQ PRIZE - More Than Ever $0L Quest Prize

Photo 4:
Dress: Entice - Dixie Fried Dress - PeriRose $0L Quest Prize

Photo 5:
Nails: LIVIA::Blossom Nails [Slink/Omega/Vista/Tuty] $99L TWE12VE Event

Head: [GA.EG] Barbara Bento Mesh Head
Hair: TRUTH HAIR - Scout - Redhead
Eyes: * Inkheart * - Uran Eyes - Deep Sea $1L Peace by Peace 1 Hunt Prize
Skin: .::WoW Skins::. Scarlett Milk (Omega HUD)
Nails: Slink Utilities HUD
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara
Hands: Slink AvEnhance Hands Female-Casual (UPDATED 3/8/2017 to Dynamic/Bento)
Feet: Slink AvEnhance Feet Female Deluxe Pack
All Poses: Verocity (various sets)

Wednesday, May 24, 2017

Beautiful with Brii Underground

Hiya everyone! Tonight is one more post from the Country Girl Hunt at Brii Underground, if you missed my last few posts it is a $1L in-store hunt with 10 tiny horses hidden in various locations around their lovely store. You can click the hunt sign for a notecard with hints, and I will add to be sure to check upstairs as well as the main floor while searching for your prizes. Another tip is to join their free group so you can claim the many group gifts you will encounter while perusing, a few of which you can see right here tonight. I am a fan of Brii Underground for many reasons, one being their generosity with these gifts and dollarbie prizes and another being how each outfit contains so many elements such as jewelry, shoes, stockings, hats, or makeup. Something else I appreciate is the wide range of styles you can find there, which you will notice while exploring, from rocker to country to summer to urban, just about anything you could imagine.


If you find horse #9 you can claim this fun Shae Country Style Complet Outfit, which starts with a dress resembling a long button-down shirt, with a belt attached, in standard mesh sizes. Next we can add the included hat with resize script, scarf, boots, and tights in system layers plus appliers for Maitreya, Omega, and Slink. Even the makeup you see is included, a system layer and an Omega applier. For variety I would probably wear jeans in place of the stockings sometimes, it all depends on where you are headed and what your personal style is.


Another alluring look can be found inside prize #10 called Skadi Country Style Complet Outfit, sure to raise your favorite cowboy or cowgirl's temperature! The skirt and jacket are each provided in standard mesh sizes, while the bra and pantyhose are each system layers and appliers for Omega, Maitreya, and Slink. The hat, bandana, and boots are all included as well, with resize scripts built in, and you probably guessed correctly that the makeup shown is tucked inside this gift too, system layer and Omega applier. So, if in the old movies the bad guys always wore black hats, does this make me a bad girl? *smiles innocently and winks*


I chuckled at myself once I finished slipping into this outfit, as I wondered if I am dressed to rob SL's sexiest bank! This is a group gift named Laguna Urban Style Complet Outfit, and it is certainly intriguing. The jacket and platform leggings (boots and pants are connected in one mesh piece) come in standard sizes each, and the belt has a resize script built in so you can adjust it. Also included are the beret, sunglasses, and necklace with resize scripts, and gloves in system layers plus appliers for Maitreya, Omega, and Slink. My makeup is also a part of the gift, system layer and Omega applier as usual :) 


Maybe you are in the mood for another all-black look, but something more dressy? This group gift is Letice Loisirs Style Complet Outfit, and the dress will help you turn heads no matter what shape or mesh body you prefer since it comes in so many sizes: 5 standard, 5 fitmesh, Belleza Freya, Belleza Isis, Belleza Venus, eBody, Maitreya, Slink Hourglass, Slink Physique, TMP, Tonic Curvy, and Tonic Fine. It also includes the bracelets for left and right wrists, necklace, sunglasses, heels for Slink High, and makeup in system layer plus an Omega applier. Altogether a stunning look!


One more group gift for the evening, this is Lika Pink Version Summer Style Complet Outfit and might be my favorite of the bunch :) The top and skirt are provided in similar size sets, each 5 standard, 5 fitmesh, and Maitreya, while the top has Slink Hourglass and Slink Physique while the skirt includes Slink and Belleza. The belt comes in standard mesh sizes plus a fitted version, and the lovely sandals come in sizes for Belleza, Maitreya ,and Slink. As for accessories, we have matching bracelets and necklace, and very glamorous sunglasses with gemstone adornment. The makeup shown is also provided in system layer and Omega applier forms. The floral print and hot pink make quite a contrast to the darkness of the prior outfits, especially with black clothing being so prevalent in SL.

I hope you are all enjoying your day/evening, magical magpie hugs to everyone!!

Credits:
All Prizes/Gifts from Brii Underground:

Photo 1:
Outfit: **SHAE COUNTRY STYLE COMPLET OUTFIT** $1L Hunt Prize

Photo 2:
Outfit: **SKADI COUNTRY STYLE COMPLET OUTFIT** $1L Hunt Prize

Photo 3:
Outfit: **LAGUNA URBAN STYLE COMPLET OUTFIT** $0L Group Gift

Photo 4:
Outfit: **LETICE LOISIRS STYLE COMPLET OUTFIT** $0L Group Gift

Photo 5:
Outfit: **LIKA PINK VERSION SUMMER STYLE COMPLET OUTFIT** $0L Group Gift

Head: [GA.EG] Barbara Bento Mesh Head
Hair: TRUTH HAIR - Kare Redhead (May VIP Group Gift)
Eyes: * Inkheart * - Uran Eyes - Deep Sea $1L Peace by Peace 1 Hunt Prize
Skin: .::WoW Skins::. GG Sept. Angy MILK 2016 (Omega HUD)
Nails: Slink Utilities HUD
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body - Lara
Hands: Slink AvEnhance Hands Female-Casual (UPDATED 3/8/2017 to Dynamic/Bento)
Feet: Slink AvEnhance Feet Female Deluxe Pack
All Poses: Verocity (various sets)