tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62332679343005933842024-03-13T23:04:24.586-07:00Second DestinyA Virtual World Fashion Blog by Boudica DestinyBoudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.comBlogger133125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-35647880856574586852012-12-24T12:47:00.000-08:002012-12-24T12:47:06.304-08:00Secret Angel<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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If you hurry, you can get this beautiful Secret Angel dress right now at Sn@tch for the holiday VIP group gift. There is a cost to join the group but it's so worth it as everyone knows Ivey lavishes her fans with gifts and discounts, in addition to tempting us with weekly new releases. Go on... snatch it up!<br />
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Also for the snatching... the Winter Berries necklace and bracelet from Chop Zuey, along with at least a dozen other beautiful holiday jewelry gifts for both men and women. Wow... the generosity that designers share with us during the holidays never ceases to amaze me. <br />
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The wings. Ah, the wings. Well they are an old time throw back from the earlier days of Second Life.. and well, they kind of work don't you think? Prim wings, created by Obunnywan Manimal.<br />
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Wherever you are this holiday season, I hope you're staying bright, keeping warm, and having fun!<br />
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<i>Muah!</i><br />
<i><b>Boudi loves you</b></i><br />
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<u>Credits:</u><br />
Dress and Halo: Secret Angel by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Snatch%20City/107/193/29" target="_blank">Sn@tch</a> (Gift)<br />
Jewelry: Winter Berries Necklace and Bracelet (Gifts) by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Chop%20Zuey/41/136/26" target="_blank">Chop Zuey</a><br />
Shoes: Glitter Peeptoes by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Sanctum/22/124/22" target="_blank">Slink</a><br />
Hair: Beyond the Waves by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Covet/122/96/29" target="_blank">Exile</a><br />
Prim Wings: Obunnywan Manimal<br />
Skin: Shyla by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Belleza/127/66/26" target="_blank">Belleza</a><br />
Eyes: Eternal by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife//227/92/38" target="_blank">IKON</a><br />
Lashes: <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/LeLutka/104/95/22" target="_blank">Lelutka</a><br />
<br />Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-11655766649405655572012-12-14T10:28:00.000-08:002012-12-14T13:26:54.520-08:00Winter Dream<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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This lovely Holly Dress by Bilo is a limited edition design for the holiday, found only during the month of December. So hurry to get it! It comes in several colors and styles. As soon as I tried slipped into it, I knew just the perfect shoes and hurried over to SLink for the glittery peeptoe heels I had seen earlier. <br />
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My search for the perfect necklace took far too long and had me all over the grid, but eventually found and fell in love with the Lotus necklace by Mandala. I love how a few of the petals have fallen from the central design.<br />
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<i>Warm kisses,</i><br />
<b>Boudica</b><br />
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Holly Dress - silver, by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Port%20Seraphine/58/147/35" target="_blank">Bilo</a><br />
Shoes: Glitter Peeptoe - silver, by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Sanctum/22/124/22" target="_blank">SLink</a><br />
Necklace: Lotus by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Fresco/191/216/47" target="_blank">Mandala</a><br />
Hair: Intended by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Magika%20Land/130/135/22" target="_blank">Magika</a><br />
Skin: Shylah by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Belleza/127/66/26" target="_blank">Belleza</a><br />
Lashes: <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/LeLutka/104/95/22" target="_blank">Lelutka</a><br />
Poses: <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Terravia%20Island/231/36/22" target="_blank">Del May</a><br />
Location: <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Wolf%20Creek/218/210/215" target="_blank">Wolf Mountain Ski Resort</a><br />
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<br />Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-78542546447251995702012-12-13T11:48:00.000-08:002012-12-13T11:48:11.938-08:00Blush of Winter<br />
Because it's cold out here in California, I'm bringing you warm kisses and the embrace of luxuriously soft knit sweaters to warm your winter day. The Alice Mesh Dress by Chandelle fits like a dream, and I love the white/red gradient shade, which actually looks more of a blush pink to me. You can find at the <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Stillwood/117/92/1526" target="_blank">Winter Wishes Market</a> through January 7th, for only 99L.<br />
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I've snuggled deeper into the warm sweatery mood by topping it off with the red Winter Scarf by Auxiliary, from the current <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Imogen/208/149/27" target="_blank">TDR (The Dressing Room) Fusion </a>selection. If you haven't been to the new location, please update your landmarks and get rid of the old TDR and TDR-Blue<br />
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While there are an amazing variety of lovely new skins out right now, I just keep coming back to my favorite skin, the Melissa Sunkissed by Belleza, that I've been wearing since my birthday in June. To it, I've added the Sunny Smoke Eyeshadow in pink from MONS, found now at TDR Fusion. <br />
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My hair is Volume by Magika. If you haven't been to Magika in awhile, they have a wonderful selection of mesh hairs now, as well as the stand-by sculpted selection. And you get a huge pack of color options for only 250L. Magika, I love you in my life. I also recently blogged the After style by Magika, <a href="http://seconddestiny.blogspot.com/2012/09/solitude-my-guide.html" target="_blank">here</a>, and just love the quality and realism of the newer Magika styles.<br />
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<b>Muah!</b><br />
<i>Boudi Loves You</i><br />
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MONS / Makeups - Sunny Smoke Eyeshadow - pink : <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Imogen/208/149/27" target="_blank">TDR Fusion</a><br />
- <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Caribbean%20Orca/168/63/1002" target="_blank">CHANDELLE</a> - Mesh dress Alice white/red [S] - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Stillwood/117/92/1526" target="_blank">Winter Wishes Market</a><br />
<a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Magika%20Land/130/135/22" target="_blank">Magika</a> [Hair S] Volume<br />
[AUX] Winter Scarf_Red - L : <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Imogen/208/149/27" target="_blank">TDR Fusion</a><br />
<a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Belleza/127/66/26" target="_blank">-Belleza-</a> Melissa SK 16<br />
.ID. Glimmer Contacts / TheArcade / Aqua : <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Gomes/168/224/67" target="_blank">Insufferable Dastard</a><br />
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<br />Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-8791287063887188092012-12-09T13:19:00.000-08:002012-12-09T13:19:22.130-08:00Gacha Style - I Don't Do Cute<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I don't do cutesy. Or, at least, not easily. Some friends of mine were talking about it on Plurk the other day. And while some people are able to pull off the cutesy look, I am not one of those people. Apparently I don't have the patience to wipe out my grid-lines either, or download the new <a href="http://strawberrysingh.com/2012/12/07/no-more-gridlines-in-beta-viewer/">SL Beta Viewer</a>. Ah well, one thing at a time.<br />
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So, in an attempt to break out of my serious mode (and also get back into blogging since I've been MIA for awhile...) I took a trip to <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Country%20Club/168/179/3115">The Arcade Gacha Event</a>, which is chock full of all kinds of cute stuff.<br />
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Perhaps the Gacha gods had heard that I don't do cutesy either, but they seemed to agree with me, bestowing me with pale beautiful somber Renee - Sinless skin from Glam Affair, Juliet lilac hair and hat from Bonne Chance, a complete and very lovely outfit from Mon Cheri including the shirt, cardigan, shorts, leggings, and boots in teal, Insufferable Dastard contacts in Aqua, afk Headphone by Iruco, Secret Store's Tiny Satchel in Coral Delight, !bang mini Sassy poses, and the Love Teddy Bear necklace in Pink by MG (which really is rather cute and a nice contrast to my look). <br />
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Oh so here's a pet peeve: Designers that don't put a landmark to their store in with their items, or a notecard telling about their store or brand. I have no idea who "MG" is thought I suspect it's Maxi Gossamer. I could go back to the Arcade event and look closer at the signage to see, but once I got home and un-boxed everything and tried it on and fumbled around with poses and windlight settings to take a few pictures, I was in no mood to go back sleuthing to figure it out or to get SLURLS to add into my post for other people to be able to go shopping to find items from these creators later. <br />
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A simple request... if you have pride in the things you create and want people to be able to find you and buy more things... drop a notecard or landmark in with your creations. /end rant and really sorry that sounded a bit ungrateful. I love that creators offer quality items at really great prices at things like the<a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Country%20Club/168/179/3115"> Gacha Event at The Arcade</a>. I really do! Just trying to do my part to help and maybe dropping a lil hint here and there might in some way help.<br />
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If you want to experience some really amazing bloggers doing what they do best, visit:<br />
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<a href="http://elyhynes.wordpress.com/">Elysium Hynes at her blog SIUM</a><br />
<a href="http://thornesonroses.wordpress.com/">Misty Harley at Thornes on Roses</a><br />
<a href="http://secondlifefashionblog.com/">Shiloh Selene at Unapologetic Second Life Fashion Blog</a><br />
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And if you want to find some really great items, everything pictured above (except my shape and piercings) was found at the Arcade Gacha Event <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Country%20Club/168/179/3115">here</a>.<br />
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<i>Muah!</i><br />
<b>Boudi Loves You!</b><br />
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Glam Affair - Renee - Sinless Skin<br />
: ) BCC . Juliet Hair Gacha lilac [hat hair] Bonne Chance<br />
*MC* Teal - Gacha Prize (Outfit: Shirt, Cardigan, Shorts, Leggings, and Boots - Mon Cheri)<br />
.ID. Glimmer Contacts / Aqua (Insufferable Dastard)<br />
The Secret Store - Tiny Satchel - Coral Delight<br />
[Iruco] gacha / Headphone (afk-bk)<br />
MG - Necklace - Love Teddy Bear - PINK<br />
!bang - mini - sassy poses<br />
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<br />Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-70067003495445990242012-09-13T00:55:00.000-07:002012-09-13T01:09:34.278-07:00Solitude my Guide<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;">I've been a bad blogger - posting this series of pics on my Flickr page with a note that the blog and credits were coming soon, and here I am, two days later trying to think of something to write that can do these pictures justice. </span><br />
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And I'm struggling more than a bit with that. Because, while working on these photos, they became something greater than a simple fashion review. There was a story tucked away in the folds of fabric, in the sturdy weight of the pack on my back and the no nonsense boots on my feet that spoke volumes, that hinted at a self-reliant spirit tinged with pain, at a soul longing for solace in nature, and at a journey to come, just a few virtual steps away.</div>
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Something about the combination of beautiful realistic mesh clothing, and the incredible <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Akasha/37/39/24" target="_blank">Akasha</a> sim I was exploring, (thanks to the <a href="http://yseblog.blogspot.com/2012/09/akasha.html" target="_blank">Yse Sliffeuse et gloodeuse blog</a>) <span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">brought out an inspiration in me to create the story these photos tell. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">For my friends on plurk that were waiting to hear the juicy story behind the images... I'm sorry there isn't one, though I tried my hand at making one up, and writing a poem to go along with the pictures. But the feeling just wasn't there, and it was too contrived. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Sorry to say, these beautiful pictures were just an expression of my creativity in the moment, and perhaps picking up something more of the essence of the people that created the beautiful </span><a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Akasha/37/39/24" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Akasha</a><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> sim. It's hard to say... but I urge you to go visit it and see if you feel the same.</span></div>
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<i>Love the Journey,</i></div>
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Jacket - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/nasp/219/45/22" target="_blank">*chronokit*</a> Shirts 02 Ladies M Check Red (Mesh)</div>
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Jeans - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Heart%20Of%20Glass/221/162/24" target="_blank">Emery</a> Mesh Mid-Rise Super Skinny Jeans Kooks Trinity (Mesh)</div>
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Shirt - *<a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/YABU/216/153/36" target="_blank">G Field</a>* Lace Tops "Lucy" </div>
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Bag - (TokiD) attic boho bag (fall red) - for <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Mimikri/214/50/22" target="_blank">TDR</a></div>
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Scarf - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Ricielli/30/48/27">R.icielli</a> - LongScarf Skull </div>
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Boots - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Maitreya%20Isle/178/175/23">Maitreya</a> Stagioni Boots - Cordovan (Mesh)</div>
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Hair - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Magika%20Land/130/135/22">Magika</a> - After (Mesh)</div>
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Piercing - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Dreyfus/184/162/1502">Tameless</a> Piercing 8</div>
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Skin -<a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Belleza/127/66/26">Belleza</a>- Melissa </div>
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Eyes - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife//201/135/651">Mayfly</a> - Deep Sky Mesh Eye</div>
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Standing Poses - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Terravia%20Island/231/36/22">Del May</a></div>
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Location - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Akasha/37/39/24" target="_blank">Akasha</a> </div>
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Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-24587977865131361162012-08-22T21:33:00.000-07:002012-08-22T21:34:18.135-07:00Voodoo Alley<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I have a real treat to share today, from the talented and very creative designers that shared these review items with me today. All of the clothing I'm wearing in this photoshoot is from <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a>, for the <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Fashion%20Voodoo/129/169/71" target="_blank">Fashion Voodoo</a> Event, which lasts until August 30th.<br />
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Mixing it up with the layers, we have a gorgeous bodysuit and panty set, open flowery jacket, Bree workout pants and Alex denim pants, and the Shoe Barbie all from Chandelle. <br />
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I also found a pair of Black Denim Mules by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Andaman/129/229/24" target="_blank">OOTT</a> (Out Of The Trunk) at the Cart Sale at The Wash for only 10L while I was out looking for a place to do my photo shoot. <br />
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The <i>entire avatar</i> (except hair) is called Elisa and is a creation of <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Keener/40/117/94" target="_blank">*Stars*Fashion*</a> who has a promo right now on the Marketplace for only 99L for this shape, skin, eyes, eyelashes and brows. And the body is Modify! This pleases me to no end, because as you know in a mesh dominated fashion world, it's so essential to have shapes that are modify. <br />
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Now one small thing I didn't do, which I wanted to, but decided to keep the avatar shape exactly as it comes purchased is... I would have lengthened the arms. They are just a bit too short for a model of this height and made a few of the pictures look just a little bit unreal. But it's an easy fix of course, so no worries! I recommend buying her if only to have a new look in your closet to change into when you just need a new perspective on things.<br />
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And the hair! Nita Bracken of <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Dreyfus/184/162/1502" target="_blank">Tameless</a> has created this lush and lovely Isabelle hair. Very reasonably priced, the color packs include one scripted hairstyle that can change into 4 colors for 179L, or you can buy her MegaPack of all colors for only 719L - and - they come in Petite sizes as well, so be careful when you place your order to buy for either full size avatars or petites.<br />
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Thank you to all the very generous designers for creating such beautiful things for us!<br />
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<i>Muah! </i><br />
<b>Boudi Loves You</b><br />
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<b>Style Credits:</b><br />
All Clothing by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a> for <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Fashion%20Voodoo/129/169/71" target="_blank">Fashion Voodoo</a><br />
Jacket Ty. flower lime/red - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a><br />
Bodysuit Body Deb black - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a><br />
Pants Bree black/red - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a><br />
Pants Alex - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a><br />
Panties / Tops Set red/white -<a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank"> Chandelle</a><br />
Shoe Barbie Nude - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a><br />
Black Denim Mule - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Andaman/129/229/24" target="_blank">OOTT</a> - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/The%20Wash/156/177/23" target="_blank">Cart Sale at The Wash</a><br />
Hair Isabelle - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Dreyfus/184/162/1502" target="_blank">Tameless</a> on <a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/NEW-RELEASE-Tameless-Hair-Isabelle-Reds/3863984" target="_blank">Marketplace</a><br />
Elisa Avatar - <a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/Promo-StarsFashion-Elisa-Avatar-ShapeSkinEyes-EyelashesMakeup/3870453" target="_blank">99L Marketplace Promo!</a> Elisa Shape, Skin, Eyes, Lashes, Brows by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Keener/40/117/94" target="_blank">*Stars*Fashion*</a><br />
Location: <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/The%20Wash/156/177/23" target="_blank">The Wash</a><br />
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<br />Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-36253864367129965892012-08-19T18:57:00.000-07:002012-08-19T18:57:12.150-07:00Fate Led Me To You<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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The buzz on the grid is about a great new men's clothing store opening soon called <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FATEisland/154/50/34" target="_blank">FATEwear</a> by Damien Fate. The same mastermind behind ColdLogic. Right now, there is a free promo gift for the guys out in the group subscribo on <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FATEisland/154/50/34" target="_blank">FATEIsland</a>, and ladies if you've got a guy wanting to get in on the mesh scene, you'll do well to point him towards FATEIsland, or take him there yourself. Trust me, he'll thank you! My own personal thanks for the head's up from Alex1985 Diabolito of <a href="http://thatguysblogsl.blogspot.com/2012/08/it-must-be-fate.html?zx=59be52992db3be85" target="_blank">That Guy's Blog</a>, where you'll also find some other great collections for your favorite guy. <br />
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Read more about FATEWear on <a href="http://blog.damienfate.com/?p=918" target="_blank">Damien Fate's blog</a>!<br />
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<i>Fate led me to you...</i><br />
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Shirt and Shorts - Carter by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/FATEisland/154/50/34" target="_blank">FATEwear</a> (NEW Promo Mesh Item!)<br />
Lowtops shoes by <a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/Low-Tops-Mesh-Shoes-Male/2883215" target="_blank">Super Kingdom</a><br />
Keats Hair - Dry Earth by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Yamashita/60/86/21" target="_blank">Uncleweb Studio</a><br />
Knox Blond skin by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Perfect%20Day/195/131/4001/" target="_blank">FRUK</a><br />
Pose - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Vista%20Animations/152/113/26" target="_blank">Vista Animations</a><br />
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<br />Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-8443565877386247322012-08-16T16:26:00.000-07:002012-08-16T16:26:27.263-07:00Incognito<br />
In my <a href="http://seconddestiny.blogspot.com/2012/08/be-free.html" target="_blank">last post</a>, I mentioned that you can change the whole look of an outfit just by the accessories you choose to wear with it. Here, we're adding some beautiful finds from the <a href="http://www.chic-management.com/?page_id=1437" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a>, and giving this modern mesh couture dress by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a> a completely new Vintage flavor and appeal.<br />
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Stepping out in style with the 30s Striped Cloche hat with hair by Bubbles Roxan of the Millinery Shoppe, and Oversized Sunglasses by Izzies, I've added the contrasting touch of delicate almost Victorianesque Lace Necklace from Jack Spoon, Nouveau Leaves brooch and earrings by Eclectica, andCherry Ostritch leather bag by Zenith.<br />
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Whether you're stepping back in time, or stepping forward, a stop by the <a href="http://www.chic-management.com/?page_id=1437" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a> is a must to find some of these beautiful accessories that can spice up your wardrobe year round.<br />
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<b>Muah!</b><br />
<i>Boudi Loves You</i><br />
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Dress Deisy giraffe by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a> at <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Reality%20Dream/210/41/1700" target="_blank">Acid Lily</a> 70L til 8/18<br />
Louise Avatar shape, skin, brow, eyes, lashes by <a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/Promo-StarsFashion-Louise-Complete-Avatar-skinshapemakeups/3839704?id=3839704&slug=Promo-StarsFashion-Louise-Complete-Avatar-skinshapemakeups" target="_blank">*Stars*Fashion*</a> 99L Special Promo on Marketplace<br />
30s Striped Cloche Hat by Bubbles Roxan of Millinery Shoppe @ <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/207/57/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a> on CHIC<br />
Oversized Sunglasses by Izzies @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/182/43/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a> on Retro<br />
Lace Necklace by Jack Spoon @ <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Classic/74/33/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a> on Classic<br />
Nouveau Leaves earrings and brooch by Eclectica @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/40/73/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a> on Retro<br />
Cherry Ostritch Leather Bag by =Zenith= @ <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Classic/186/121/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a> on Classic<br />
Poses by Sleeping Koala @ <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/233/127/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a> on CHIC<br />
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<br />Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-40474854061835868342012-08-13T16:25:00.000-07:002012-08-13T16:25:01.202-07:00Be Free!In a virtual world, you're always free to change and have the virtual freedom to explore the the art of self-expression. Today I'd like to share with you a complete avatar offered by *Stars*Fashion* for only 99L <a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/Promo-StarsFashion-Louise-Complete-Avatar-skinshapemakeups/3839704?id=3839704&slug=Promo-StarsFashion-Louise-Complete-Avatar-skinshapemakeups" target="_blank">on the Marketplace for just a week</a>. What an amazing deal! If you've been wanting to try out a new look, you can find the lovely Louise complete avatar, including shape, skin, brow, eyes, lashes, and makeups all for only 99L if you hurry.<br />
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I'm also wearing the beautiful new giraffe mesh dress by Chandelle and love the soft texture and fun print. Stay tuned for the next blog where I'll share this same avatar and dress but give it a completely new vintage flavor by using accessories found at Vintage Fair. It's amazing what a simple change here and there can do for a whole look.<br />
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In the second pic I got the bright idea to try on my Jolie sculpted prim hands by SLink and really love how smooth and lovely and graceful they are. You can color change the nail color, and choose silver/gold or no ring. These beautiful Paper Butterflies by Baffle! can be found at the Vintage Fair, and wow I just love the feeling I have when I hold the bottle, setting them free. My heart flies away with them!<br />
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<i>Fly! Be free!</i><br />
<b>Boudica</b><br />
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Complete Avatar - Louise by <a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/Promo-StarsFashion-Louise-Complete-Avatar-skinshapemakeups/3839704?id=3839704&slug=Promo-StarsFashion-Louise-Complete-Avatar-skinshapemakeups" target="_blank">*Stars*Fashion* 99L Promo on Marketplace</a> - includes Shape, Skin, Brow, Eyes, Lashes, and makeups<br />
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Jolie Mesh Hair by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/LeLutka/104/95/22" target="_blank">Lelutka</a><br />
Giraffe mesh dress by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a><br />
Jolie sculpted prim hands by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Sanctum/22/124/22" target="_blank">SLink</a><br />
Nouveau Leaves bracelet and earrings by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Sinaburoe/187/10/248" target="_blank">Eclectica</a> @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/40/73/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
Paper Butterflies with pose by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/van/134/183/22" target="_blank">Baffle!</a> @ <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/207/140/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
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While exploring the blogger's preview of the Vintage Fair 2012, I happened upon a scene so lovely and lit with light and lace, I was immediately drawn to take a closer look. Through the breezy lace doorway, there stood a remarkable woman, wearing a gown of lace eyelet in such delicate colors, I was mesmerized on the spot, as the folds of fabric swayed and flounced upon even the lightest breeze. Her name was Garance Ashland, and she is a new and very talented designer of a store called <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Alua/180/74/29/">Lace</a>. <br />
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Being the shy sort I am, it was all I could do to not plaster my face to the window and peek inside, and so I lingered outside while she set up her shop, hoping not to disturb her, but longing to see what beautiful creations she was carefully setting on display. I left the fair that day with a lighter heart, and a carefully packaged box with that lovely gown, "Breeze" by Garance Ashland of Lace. <br />
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Highlighting such a lovely gown took some attention to hair, skin and accessories, and here, I decided to combine the look with the beautiful and delicate Glorya skin in Pale, by Funka, and the delightful filigree Foliage earrings and necklace by WTG, also found <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Classic/221/105/23">at the Vintage Faire 2012</a>.<br />
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For the crowing glory, my beautiful tresses and hair flower are Unfold, the newest mesh creations by [elikatira], which I am beyond in love with. The flower can be worn separately or with other hairstyles and has a color-change hud. My eyes are Sunrise in Pale Rose by IKON, and while not my normal blue or green, they seemed the perfect touch for this romantic look.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">Be sure to</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Classic/167/33/23" style="text-align: left;">visit Lace on the Classic sim at Vintage Fair 2012</a><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><span style="text-align: left;">and show some linden love to a dreamy new and up and coming designer, Garance Ashland. Find these, and other beautiful designs at Vintage Fair 2012 and be sure to </span><a href="http://www.chic-management.com/?page_id=1437" style="text-align: left;">take a Map</a><span style="text-align: left;">. </span></div>
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Breeze dress by Garance Ashland of Lace - on the <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Classic/167/33/23">Classic Sim @ Vintage Fair</a></div>
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Glorya skin in Pale by Funka @ <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Classic/221/105/23">Vintage Fair</a></div>
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Unfold (Mesh) hair and flower by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Elikatira/62/127/34">[elikatira]</a></div>
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Sunrise Eyes - Pale Rose by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife//227/92/38">IKON</a></div>
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<br /></div>Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-51029127190630628002012-08-05T17:22:00.002-07:002012-08-05T17:22:55.095-07:00Better Days Will Come<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Better days will come, they told me. Standing in the rain waiting for my bus, a taxi, anything to get me to <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23">Vintage Fair 2012</a>. The rain sleeting down like no tomorrow, splashing up from lucid puddles, mocking me.<br />
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I'll never get there at this rate. But don't let that stop you! Visit the <a href="http://seraphimsl.com/2012/08/05/vintage-fair-2012/" target="_blank">Seraphim blog</a> for full covereage, including Gallery of delicious vintage finds at this year's Vintage Fair 2012, and be sure to take a Map <a href="http://www.chic-management.com/?page_id=1437" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012: Map and SLURL's</a></div>
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[essencial] Dolce Dark Tan Skin - on Classic @ <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Classic/221/177/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
Eclectica 'Nouveau Leaves' Jewelry - on Retro @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/40/73/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
Faster Pussycat - Memsh PencilSkirt, Red - on Retro @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/208/87/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
GizzA - Elegant Steps Glasses, Belt, Collar, Hat, Stockings, Top - on Retro @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/209/196/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
Romantic - 40's vintage hairstyle by TuTy's - on CHIC @ <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/90/35/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
Poses by CheerNo - @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/208/87/23">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
Alex Strap Shoes by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/YABU/216/153/36" target="_blank">G Field</a><br />
Lashes 6 by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/ploom/179/129/24">.ploom.</a><br />
Pearl eyes - Poison by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Strata/80/195/903">Poetic Colors</a><br />
Location: <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Our%20Dreams/162/93/3002" target="_blank">Rainy City</a><br />
Model and Photographer: Boudica Destiny<br />
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<a href="http://www.chic-management.com/?p=1416">http://www.chic-management.com/?p=1416</a> - Vintage Fair Flickr Competition<br />
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Today, I'm taking the chill out train straight to the beach, vintage style, with a preview of more retro finds from Vintage Fair 2012, which opens on August 4th. With Skin, hat, skirt, top, shorts, belt, tote, eyes and poses all found right at Vintage Fair, there's not much else you'll need to put together this look, other than the beach!<br />
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I've always loved the bohemian 60's look with the long peasant skirts and organic fabrics. That's the feel I was going for here, with the long flowy Boho mesh skirt by Crash Republic, and the romantic handkerchief sleeved 70's girl top and belt from Lil'Lace. A quick slip out of my skirt to my frayed cutoff Crash Republic shorts below and I'm ready to cool off in the surf.<br />
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Adding the Spring Mesh hat by Baiastice and ZigZag tote by Crash Republic, also found at the Vintage Fair, I decided to kick the hippie vibe up a notch and opted to include the sizzling glamorous Jaci Belle Amie skin with freckles from Aeva with her hot all-eyes-on-me red lipstick and feline eyeliner.<br />
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Jaci - Belle Amie Skin w/Freckles and Teeth by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Farley/66/244/22" target="_blank">Aeva // Heartsick</a> @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a><br />
<a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/BAIASTICE/154/126/25" target="_blank">Baiastice</a> Spring (Mesh) Hat @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a><br />
Boho Skirt / Brown Ruffle (Mesh) by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Blackwood/27/158/652" target="_blank">Crash Republic</a> @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a><br />
70's Girl Top by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Cosmopolitan/97/127/25" target="_blank">Lil'Lace</a> @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a><br />
70's Girl Belt by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Cosmopolitan/97/127/25" target="_blank">Lil'Lace</a> @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a><br />
Second Hand Shorts (America) by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Blackwood/27/158/652" target="_blank">Crash Republic</a> @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a><br />
Eyes-Guarana by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Beautiful%20Machine/115/159/135" target="_blank">Plastik</a> @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a><br />
Zig Zag tote (Mesh unrigged) by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Blackwood/27/158/652" target="_blank">Crash Republic</a> @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a><br />
Pin up girl Poses by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Nautilus%20-%20Baal/121/76/3002" target="_blank">nani</a> @ <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a><br />
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Silent Wings (Mesh) Hair with feathers by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Covet/122/96/29" target="_blank">Exile</a><br />
Babette necklace by <a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/stores/82635" target="_blank">Maxi Gossamer</a> (they do have a booth at <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair</a> but this necklace wasn't there)<br />
Lashes 6 by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/ploom/196/128/24" target="_blank">ploom</a><br />
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If you're going to Vintage Fair, be sure to show some extra special Vintage Love to the event sponsors: Aura, Belleza, Cheeky Pea, coldLogic, Gizza Crations, Indyra Originals, PurpleMoon Creations, oOo Studio, Trompe Loeil, and of course Kiera Seerose and the<a href="http://www.chic-management.com/" target="_blank"> Chic Management</a> team, without whom this event would only be a gleam in the dreamy eye of vintage lovers everywhere.<br />
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It's right around the corner! Shopkeepers are burning the midnight oil, putting on the shine, pulling out all the stops, polishing the racks, rolling out the carpet, and bringing out their finest vintage fashions and retro wares for your shopping pleasure. It's Vintage Baby! And with<a href="http://www.chic-management.com/?page_id=1437" target="_blank"> three full sims</a> bursting at the seams with awesomeness, the <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a> is going to be an event you won't want to miss!<br />
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<a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a> opens August 4th through the 29th, and today I'd like to give you a little sneak preview of some of what's to come from a few of the fabulous creators you'll find there. Today's little number is the "Funky Girl" dress and "Peaceful Flower Necklace - Woodland" by Curious Kitties. This is a mesh dress and totally shag-tastic with the 60's influenced print and wide vinyl belt. Shake and shimmy the night away and don't worry, this thoughtfully designed mesh comes carefully crafted with an underside to the skirt as well as the bust area, so there's no peek-a-boo invisible hollow av underside to worry about. Fan-tab-ulous baby!! <br />
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Adding to the vintage appeal, the glowing "Selene" skin by Aeva makes me feel like a Hollywood Dream, and my shining perfectly coiffured hair is "Romantic" in mahogany by TuTy's, also found at the Vintage Fair.<br />
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The list of designers (over 250 brands!) is totally mind-blowing, and you can <a href="http://www.chic-management.com/?page_id=1437" target="_blank">click here</a> for an interactive map to help you in finding your old favorites as well as a huge number of some I'm sure you haven't heard of yet but are very well worth the visit! Be sure to show some extra special Vintage Love to the event sponsors: Aura, Belleza, Cheeky Pea, coldLogic, Gizza Creations, Indyra Originals, PurpleMoon Creations, oOo Studio, Trompe Loeil, and of course Kiera Seerose and the <a href="http://www.chic-management.com/" target="_blank">Chic Management</a> team, without whom this event would only be a gleam in the dreamy eye of vintage lovers everywhere.<br />
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If all that wasn't great enough, there's over 115000L up for grabs in the Vintage Fair Flickr Competition from the very talented and generous sponsors of this event. The photo competition runs from July 28th to August 31st with winners announced on September 7th. Read more about it on the <a href="http://www.chic-management.com/?p=1416" target="_blank">Chic Management SL blog</a>, and be sure to join us in the <a href="http://www.flickr.com/groups/1768366@N21/" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012 Flickr Group</a> pool and send in your photos! Whether you're marvelous, fabulous, divine or simply groovy, come on out and share your gorgeous vintage self with us at <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a>. See you there!<br />
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<i>Muah! </i><br />
<b>Boudi Loves You</b><br />
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Funky Girl dress by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Curious%20Kitties/184/232/22" target="_blank">Curious Kitties</a> at <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
Peaceful Flower Necklace - Woodland by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Curious%20Kitties/184/232/22" target="_blank">Curious Kitties</a> at <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
Selene 3 Tart skin by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Farley/59/222/23" target="_blank">Aeva</a> at <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
Romantic - Mahogany hair by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Ubunil/26/219/116" target="_blank">TuTy's</a> at <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
Poses - Hairspray and Rockabilly sets by Di's Opera at <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Retro/48/190/23" target="_blank">Vintage Fair 2012</a><br />
Pearl - Arctic Sea eyes by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Strata/80/195/903" target="_blank">Poetic Colors</a><br />
Lace-Up Boots by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/YABU/216/153/36" target="_blank">G Field</a><br />
Photoshoot Location: <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife//179/182/31" target="_blank">New Berlin</a><br />
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<br />Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-2249166167773450512012-07-27T01:32:00.000-07:002012-07-27T01:34:25.312-07:00Wide Awake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Sometimes I do my best work when I'm supposed to be sleeping... unlike other people who do amazing things all the time. I'm talking about the new Cassiopea skin by Aida Ewing of <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Beauty%20Avatar%20couture/167/133/24" target="_blank">Glam Affair</a>, and (wow!) this is a gorgeous skin!<br />
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She's a darker shade than I normally would wear, but being half asleep I bought the wrong one, and now that I have her, I'm absolutely in love with her.<br />
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The rest of my ensemble was gathered together mostly at <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tails/75/134/889" target="_blank">Collabor88</a>, so hurry over while they've still got the current collection, or you'll miss out on some great deals! <br />
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Feeling like a goddess, I went in search of a beautiful and surreal place to take pictures in and found the <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/The%20Dark%20Swamp/24/28/27" target="_blank">Mysterious Wave</a> art installation. <br />
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<b>Style Credits:</b><br />
Eala Dress (MESH) Bisque by Schadenfreude for <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tails/75/134/889" target="_blank">Collabor88</a><br />
Cygnette Shoes - Bisque by Shadenfreude for <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tails/75/134/889" target="_blank">Collabor88</a><br />
Cassiopea Skin - India 04 by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Beauty%20Avatar%20couture/167/133/24" target="_blank">Glam Affair</a> NEW!<br />
Wide Awake (MESH) Hair - Rouge by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Covet/122/96/29" target="_blank">Exile</a> at <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hair%20Fair%20-%20Garden/163/25/22" target="_blank">Hair Fair - Sand</a><br />
Catalina Headbend by LaGyo for <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tails/75/134/889" target="_blank">Collabor88</a><br />
Sea Trinkets Charm Necklace by (Yummy) for <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tails/75/134/889" target="_blank">Collabor88</a><br />
Pearl - Arctic Sea Eyes by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Strata/80/195/903" target="_blank">Poetic Colors</a><br />
Photoshoot II Lashes by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/LeLutka/104/95/22" target="_blank">LeLutka</a><br />
Poses by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Terravia%20Island/231/36/22" target="_blank">Del May</a><br />
Location: <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/The%20Dark%20Swamp/24/28/27" target="_blank">Mysterious Wave</a><br />
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Nita Bracken of Tameless has been at it again, and now you can find 5 beautiful new Tameless hairstyles right now at the Hair Fair. Find the <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hair%20Fair%20-%20Garden/163/25/22" target="_blank">Tameless Booth on the Hair Fair - Garden sim</a>. I'm combining them with some great new partial mesh outfits from <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a>. The whimsical designs include a mesh off-shoulder tops with skirts and some with belts.<br />
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Style Credits:<br />
All Hairstyles by Nita Bracken of <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Dreyfus/184/162/1502" target="_blank">Tameless</a> - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hair%20Fair%20-%20Garden/163/25/22" target="_blank">at the Hair Fair</a><br />
All Dress Sets - Ster by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Madera/48/35/4002" target="_blank">Chandelle</a><br />
Alex Strap Shoes by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/YABU/216/153/36" target="_blank">G Field</a><br />
Pearl Eyes - Arctic Sea by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Strata/80/195/903" target="_blank">Poetic Colors</a><br />
Mellissa Skin Sunkissed by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Belleza/127/66/26" target="_blank">Belleza</a><br />
Poses by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Terravia%20Island/231/36/22" target="_blank">Del May</a><br />
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<i><span style="background-color: black; color: white;">The perfect music for this set... please have a listen, and enjoy! Oceanlab - Sirens of the Sea</span></i></div>
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To the sand, to the sand the purest sand</div>
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Into the sea, into the sea, yeah let's go...</div>
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Out beyond the water's edge</div>
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Chase the world from far below</div>
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Today I wanted to just log in quick and share a few things, but I got swept away in the moment. It's something that Sea and Sky and Sand always do to me... even in a virtual world. </div>
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Sending a big thank you out to <a href="http://strawberrysingh.com/2012/07/15/i-know-what-youre-thinking/" target="_blank">Strawberry Singh for her PicMonkey tip</a>, without which these pictures wouldn't have nearly as much awesomesauce. Wow what a big difference a few clicks can make! Thank you Strawberry!</div>
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I'm wearing the alluringly simple Whitehaven Beach Dress by Kyoot, found at <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tails/75/134/889" target="_blank">Collabor88</a>. It's such a lovely dress and is partial mesh, so that means it only has the skirt area in mesh, which is really great! No invisible underside, and no worrying if my shape will fit the dress. A perfect blending of two worlds.</div>
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I must admit, while at <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tails/75/134/889" target="_blank">Collabor88</a> this go around, there were so many fabulous things, I bought the place out. Sadly, I don't have time to blog them all today because I'm packing for a week of vacation in my own personal paradise! Also shown here from <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tails/75/134/889" target="_blank">Collabor88</a>, the Shells & Pearls set by Earthstones. Answering the call of glowing beachy skin, this new Group Gift from <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Comet/196/189/3806" target="_blank">MyDear</a> was just the thing I needed to feel ready to hit the sands. </div>
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This sea inspired look was perfectly complimented by the new Sea of Love mesh hair by Exile, found right now at the Hair Fair. Yes ladies... it really is worth the lag! I couldn't get to his booth on Hair Fair - Sand, so I started waaaaay at the other end in Hair Fair - Garden and slogged my way there, barefoot and bald, pounding on three full sim border crossings before I was granted entrance. It took me a half hour, but I wanted this hair so bad.... it's so utterly perfect!</div>
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You feel it... I know you do... the Sea is Calling... Calling You......</div>
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<b>Ocean Kisses,</b></div>
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Whitehaven Beach Dress (Partial Mesh) -<a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Silent/56/84/1515" target="_blank"> Kyoot</a> at <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tails/75/134/889" target="_blank">Collabor88</a></div>
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Shells & Pearls Earrings and Necklace - Earthstones at <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tails/75/134/889" target="_blank">Collabor88</a></div>
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Sea of Love Mesh Hair - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Covet/122/96/29" target="_blank">Exile</a> at Hair Fair</div>
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<a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Comet/196/189/3806" target="_blank">MyDear</a> Group Gift Beach Skin - Cain</div>
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Photoshoot II Lashes by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/LeLutka/104/95/22" target="_blank">Lelutka</a></div>
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Photo-Editing Tool - <a href="http://www.picmonkey.com/" target="_blank">PicMonkey</a><br />
Pearl Eyes - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Strata/80/195/903" target="_blank">Poetic Colors</a></div>
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I'm wearing the Long Summer Dress in Black Zebra by Valentina E., the current group gift for <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/THINC/201/132/22" target="_blank">FaMESHed</a> women. Also found at <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/THINC/201/132/22" target="_blank">FaMESHed</a>, the un-rigged mesh Coral Jewelry by Handverk.
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Galahad is wearing the Kauna Open Shirt in Red, <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/THINC/201/132/22" target="_blank">FaMESHed</a> Men's Group Gift. Head on over to FaMESHed and devour these gorgeous gifts up before they're gone.<br />
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Long Summer Dress - Zebra by Valentina E. <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/THINC/201/132/22" target="_blank">(FaMESHed Group Gift)</a></div>
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Kauna - Open Shirt - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/THINC/201/132/22" target="_blank">(FaMESHed Group Gift)</a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Kingston Jeans by Electric Feel</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Keats Hair - Dry Earth by Uncleweb Studios</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">Knox Blond skin by FRUK</span></div>
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On another note, while I'm a huge fan of Mesh and love this dress from Alexohol on the outside, I'm not sure yet how I feel about dresses that leave the body invisible underneath. Kicking up my heels at a party might be a less than photogenic opportunity, but it's a great dress for more static poses.
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Wearing the dress alpha leaves your body under the dress completely invisible, so if you were to, look up my skirt for instance, you'd see hollow all the way up into my floating eyeballs and hair. Kinda disconcerting... Not that anyone would be looking up my skirt, right? I know I have a few dresses where the designers created a mesh bottom to them higher up inside the skirt, that both hides the alpha problem and looks a little more normal. Hopefully more designers will start making skirts and shorts with this thought in mind. As Avatars, we don't want to look like just hollow pixels. Part of the joy of Mesh is that it can achieve a higher state of realism... which is then ruined by the alpha hollow person syndrome beneath if anyone looks a little closer.<br />
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My love affair for Mesh brought me back to LeLutka today, where I found this gorgeous Jolie Mesh hair. It's a style that I wear in real life more, and a pretty close match to my own length and color. As mesh moves with your body, it's the perfect style for dancing, since it won't poke through your body at odd angles, or stick out stiffly when you move. All that would make it better is a bit of flex here and there, just a few tendrils of movement, but this style is so well crafted it gives the illusion of movement, and I really am delighted with it.<br />
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Party Gras Dress - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Jamaica/132/127/27" target="_blank">Alexohol</a><br />
Jolie Mesh Hair - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/LeLutka/104/95/22" target="_blank">LeLutka</a><br />
Alex Strap Shoes - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/YABU/216/153/36" target="_blank">G Field</a><br />
Ear Chains - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Dreyfus/184/162/1502" target="_blank">Tameless</a><br />
Rings of Silver Necklace - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Belle%20Island/231/65/24" target="_blank">Elemental</a><br />
Deep Sky Mesh Eyes - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife//201/135/651" target="_blank">Mayfly</a><br />
Melissa Skin - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Belleza/127/66/26" target="_blank">Belleza</a><br />
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Also shown, the Gladiator Sandals and Angel Heart Necklace are free gifts from Gabriel.<br />
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Boudica XOXO<br />
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Sleeveless Mesh Dress - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/GABRIEL/132/130/23" target="_blank">Gabriel</a><br />
Gladiator Sandals - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/GABRIEL/132/130/23" target="_blank">Gabriel</a> (FREE)<br />
Angel Heart Necklace - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/GABRIEL/132/130/23" target="_blank">Gabriel</a> (FREE)<br />
Melissa Skin by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Belleza/127/66/26" target="_blank">Belleza</a><br />
Maren Hair by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Covet/122/96/29" target="_blank">Exile</a><br />
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I'm wearing the Heather mesh top by Baiastice and love how realistic it feels and moves with me. Taking the plunge a little deeper, I went and finally got my first pair of mesh hands from SLink, and can't imagine wanting to go back to using the default SL avatar hands. The difference is night and day. SLink de Jolie Hands come with a hud that allows you to shift the position of each hand independently, to either curved, straight or flexed. You can slide the skin tone to match yours, choose nail polish, and either silver or gold jewelry.<br />
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Meshy kisses XOXO,<br />
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Sometimes the best times are the spontaneous ones! I had never been to Allirium before and wow that place is gorgeous! I didn't do any photo retouching at all on this... just played with windlight settings and captured a beautiful lazy summer moment adventuring with a friend <3 and thought it was too pretty not to share!<br />
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I wasn't focusing on a fashion blog for this so I didn't get all the details, but here are a few:<br />
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Kiss Me Hair (Mesh) by <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Covet/122/96/29" target="_blank">Exile</a><br />
Mellissa Sunkissed skin by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Belleza/127/66/26" target="_blank">Belleza</a><br />
Xtens (Mesh) dress by sYs for <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/132/131/2503" target="_blank">Chic2</a><br />
Cherry Necklace by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/This%20Way/159/53/2000" target="_blank">[glow studio]</a><br />
Eyeshadow and lip tint by PEKKA at <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/132/131/2503" target="_blank">Chic2</a><br />
Hearts earrings and bracelets by Smexy at <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Roxbury/230/95/23" target="_blank">Designer Circle</a><br />
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Radiant Midnight Hair by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Laqroki/155/53/30" target="_blank">LAQ</a><br />
EWAN Skin by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Belleza/127/66/26" target="_blank">Belleza</a><br />
<a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Second%20Island%20Square/75/107/23" target="_blank">Kal Rau</a> Shirt<br />
Some really nice jeans I have no idea where they're from (sorry!)Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-34981101800955285942012-06-14T03:35:00.000-07:002012-07-07T00:14:09.937-07:00Feeling TamelessNita Bracken has been at it again, tirelessly creating beautiful hair for us week after week. Hair that makes us feel glamorous, beautiful.... Tameless!<br />
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Find Tameless Hair on the<a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/stores/15634" target="_blank"> Marketplace</a>, or in the <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Dreyfus/184/162/1502" target="_blank">Tameless store inworld</a>, or follow along on<a href="http://tameless.wordpress.com/" target="_blank"> Nita Bracken's Blog</a>... and tell 'em Boudi sent you!</div>
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<i>Tamelessly Yours,</i></div>
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All Hair by Nita Bracken of <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Dreyfus/184/162/1502" target="_blank">Tameless</a></div>
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Maua Mesh Bikin by<a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/BAIASTICE/154/126/25" target="_blank"> Baiastice</a></div>
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Melissa Skin by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Belleza/127/66/26" target="_blank">Belleza</a></div>
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Liquid Light Mesh Eyes by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife//201/135/651" target="_blank">Mayfly</a></div>
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Getting my raspberry dream on with the stunningly crafted Isabella gown by Evie's Closet and Imperial Rose Lace Jewelry by G Field.<br />
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Photo backdrop is the Tulla Photography Studio by Taya Muscari found <a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/Tulla-Photography-Studio/3249549" target="_blank">on the Marketplace</a>, which I just love. It is a lovely rather roomy unfurnished skybox with seating and studio area and three color box rooms for taking your photographs. <br />
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Raspberry Kisses,<br />
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Isabella gown by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Oubliette/180/184/38" target="_blank">Evie's Closet</a><br />
Imperial Rose Lace Jewelry by<a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/YABU/216/153/36" target="_blank"> G Field</a><br />
Sayaka2 Hair by<a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CalanDiva/148/157/25" target="_blank"> D!va</a> at <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tails/75/134/889" target="_blank">Collabor88</a><br />
Melissa skin by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Belleza/127/66/26" target="_blank">Belleza</a><br />
Liquid Light Mesh Eyes by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife//201/135/651" target="_blank">Mayfly</a><br />
Photoshoot II Lashes by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/LeLutka/104/95/22" target="_blank">Lelutka</a><br />
Tulla Photography Studio - <a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/Tulla-Photography-Studio/3249549" target="_blank">Taya Muscari</a><br />
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When I slipped into the Maua mesh bikini by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/BAIASTICE/154/126/25" target="_blank">Baiastice</a>, after I picked my jaw up from the floor, the first thing I had to do was hit the beach!
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Luckily I had a friend who was dying to hit the surf as well, sporting his <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/INDI%20Designs/108/111/36" target="_blank">INDI</a> Cargo pants and sandals by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/GREED/63/168/25" target="_blank">SEY</a>.</div>
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Are you tired of wearing painted on bikinis that leave a little realism to be desired? The Maua bikini by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/BAIASTICE/154/126/25" target="_blank">Baiastice</a> fits like a dream, after a slight bit of body adjusting. Shown here in the extra-small, I had only a few minor tweaks to get my body into beach shape.<br />
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We found a great little beach at the <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Opelessence/205/107/21" target="_blank">.::What?::. Surf & Simboard Park</a> on Opelessence where, after joining the local group, we were able to use the surfboards and get ready to hit the waves. <br />
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Jake slipped into a great pair of <a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/CS-MESH-Nano-Surfer-Gray-Board-Shorts/3549379?id=3549379&slug=CS-MESH-Nano-Surfer-Gray-Board-Shorts" target="_blank">mesh board shorts by CutShore</a> on the marketplace, and then we were out into the waves hangin' ten, wiping out, and pretty much laughing our asses off. It was a blast!<br />
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Surfing and taking photographs at the same time are not my forte, especially with my slow connection, so you'll just have to settle for the more peaceful reflections of a great time spent out on the water, becoming one with the wild waves.<br />
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After splashing and frolicking in the waves, we needed a bit of drying off and went wandering the boardwalks, exploring all the sites at this great little getaway resort.
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Sneaking in a dance or two here and there along the way... and savoring the last bits of sunset as muted hues washed across the shoreline.<br />
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This dreamy resort has many beach huts and cozy appointments to let you kick back and rest, lulled by the whispering surf just steps away.<br />
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But even when the sun goes down, the sea is there, calling... echoing in your dreams. And in a virtual world, the surf is always up, waiting for your next adventure! Are you going to <i>get away</i>?<br />
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<b>Surfs Up!</b><br />
<b><i>Boudica</i></b><br />
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<b><u>Style Credits:</u></b><br />
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<b>On Her: </b><br />
Maua Mesh Bikini by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/BAIASTICE/154/126/25" target="_blank">Baiastice</a><br />
*GF* Wedge Tong Sandal "Sunny" by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/YABU/216/153/36" target="_blank">G Field</a>
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Oubliette Abalone Jewelry by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Chop%20Zuey/41/136/26" target="_blank">Chop Zuey</a>
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[Atomic] Skin_Grace_Toffee - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/132/131/2503" target="_blank">Chic2</a>
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Dragon Mesh hair by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Thibedeau/21/78/29" target="_blank">Wasabi Pills</a><br />
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<b>On Him:</b><br />
Radiant Midnight hair - <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Laqroki/155/53/30" target="_blank">LAQ</a><br />
Cargo pants by<a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/INDI%20Designs/108/111/36" target="_blank"> INDI</a><br />
Nano surfer grey board shorts by <a href="https://marketplace.secondlife.com/p/CS-MESH-Nano-Surfer-Gray-Board-Shorts/3549379" target="_blank">CutShore</a><br />
<a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/LaVie/88/133/31" target="_blank">LaVie</a> Mark skinBoudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6233267934300593384.post-37583889787746462072012-06-06T02:23:00.000-07:002012-06-06T02:24:09.800-07:00What I Feel When I'm Without You<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This gorgeously curvaceous mesh corset by Lily Bird found at the <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/132/131/2503" target="_blank">Chic2</a> event was the beginning of a love affair, rediscovering my absolute love of all things <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/YABU/216/153/36" target="_blank">G Field</a>. Lending itself so sweetly to the G Field Mesh Frill Shorts, then layered over the Rose Lace Leggings and Sandals, also by G Field. Jewelry is the Oubliette Abalone set by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Chop%20Zuey/41/136/26" target="_blank">Chop Zuey</a>, which is incredibly crafted.<br />
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While the corset mesmerizes me with the finely buttoned and ribboned fittings (and really awesome shading), alas, as is often a downfall with mesh designs, the alpha was completely showing along the bustline. A friend of mine offered to make me a custom alpha to wear under it, but guys, if you're going to go through the effort of designing such beautiful and carefully crafted meshes, please do take a few minutes more to assure that the alpha underlayers are better fitting and tucked in a bit from the edge of where the mesh ends, so it doesn't show so obviously. You'll have so many more happy return customers! Aside from the minor alpha distress, I absolutely LOVE this corset by Lily Bird and will have to go back to get it in some of the other colors as well!<br />
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Mesh hairstyling is by the ever talented Wasabi Pills, showing the braided Anais 2 style found at Chic2, and this beautiful skin is the Grace in Toffee by [ Atomic ] for the <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/132/131/2503" target="_blank">Chic2 Birthday event</a>, which runs until June 24th.<br />
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<b>Happy Birthday Chic!</b><br />
<i>Boudi Loves You</i><br />
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Anais 2 (Mesh) Hair by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Thibedeau/21/78/29" target="_blank">Wasabi Pills</a> at <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/132/131/2503" target="_blank">Chic 2</a><br />
[Atomic] Skin_Grace_Toffee - <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/132/131/2503" target="_blank">Chic2</a><br />
(Mesh) Corset by Lily Bird at <a href="http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/CHIC/132/131/2503" target="_blank">Chic2</a><br />
*GF* (Mesh) Frill Shorts by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/YABU/216/153/36" target="_blank">G Field</a><br />
*GF* Rose Lace Leggings by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/YABU/216/153/36" target="_blank">G Field</a><br />
*GF* Wedge Tong Sandal "Sunny" by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/YABU/216/153/36" target="_blank">G Field</a><br />
Oubliette Abalone Jewelry by <a href="http://slurl.com/secondlife/Chop%20Zuey/41/136/26" target="_blank">Chop Zuey</a>Boudica Destinyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04224775432564760234noreply@blogger.com0