Last Day for December's Arcade and Goodbye to Firestorm Beta!

I had finally got around to downloading the new Firestorm Beta earlier this month and was so excited to use it! Unfortunately, it became impossible to use. I have a great ASUS gaming laptop with an awesome NVIDIA graphic card, so I did not think I would have any problems. These are some of the issues I had experienced: very slow performance, crashing when inventory half way loaded, video card driver crashes when taking pics, etc... I am sure my performance would be much faster if shadows and the advanced lighting mode were not in use or if I did not take such large pictures, but I am usually only on to take pics! It was making blogging virtually impossible for me. I can be rather stubborn and determined, but this was making my whole SL experience NOT fun and unproductive. So this is my last post using Firestorm Beta and I am reverting back to the old Firestorm until the bugs are worked out. I hope this is not the price I will have to pay in order to use anything "Materials Ready". FYI: This is just my personal experience using the aforementioned viewer. Please do not let my experience deter you from trying it out
Oh! I also will be away for New Years, so Happy New Years Everyone!!!

The main reason I was so persistent in using Firestorm Beta for the above image, is because I wanted to show off the amazing materials ready detail on this awesome Oh Deer Igloo from FrankLee Anatra of {what next}. It is just one of the many different igloos that you can win from their Arcade gacha! Each Igloo has it's own theme, which includes: a sled, sleeping bag in igloo, tree lights and a mailbox (RARES). There are also several couples and singles animations in and outside the igloo! So make sure you try your luck!

I am also in love with these uber cute penguins from the talented Aime Takaaki of *MishMish*. These guys are also an Arcade gacha exclusive that you simply can not pass up!

The gorgeous hooded winter dress actually comes with the hair! This is a special Arcade exclusive from Kavar Cleanslate of Exile and is called, First Snow! Each gacha try allows you to win one of 15 hair color packs and also a HUD with 10 different colors for the dress! There is a special RARE HUD that has several dress colors in a sparkle texture too! I was being a bit boring for this post, since I loved this shade of cream sans sparkles. 

I nearly fell over when I saw this beautiful Suede Muff from Maylee Oh of The Secret Store! And Guess What? It is FREE! Well, if you can find it... It is one of the many amazing hunt items that you can find at Inspiration Point's Christmas Hunt. All of Inspiration Point's designers are taking part in this awesome hunt. This includes: The Secret Store, Tee*fy/LaViere, KIRIN and HOUSE of FOX. All you have to do, after TPing to the landing point, is touch the small hunt sign. After you touch the hunt sign, you should receive a folder with a hunt HUD and hunt map. Both the hunt HUD and map show where the hunt items are located. You can find hunt items hidden in a tiny green Christmas Tree. So Happy Hunting! This hunt ends on the 31st of December, so hurry over there, if you haven't already!

You also need to run over and grab this seriously pretty snowflake adorned necklace from Cae. This all mesh necklace is called, Let It Snow, and you can change the texture (silver and gold) of all it's components via HUD. I sincerely adore Caelan Hancroft's beautifully and delicately rendered jewelry. It always adds the perfect touch to any outfit.

Here are your LMs and Credits:

The Arcade

Inspiration Point's Christmas Hunt

Cae

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Spectral Eyes - Poltergeist (M) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Skin: -Belleza-  Leila Fair Bl 11 by Shyla Diggs
Hair and Dress ::Exile;:First Snow:Ice Blondes by Kavar Cleanslate (avail @ The Arcade)

Necklace: Cae :: Let It Snow :: Necklace by Caelan Hancroft

Scarf: Mimikri Fur Scarf / Babe cappuccino_Resizer by Mimikri Kit 

Muff: The Secret Store Suede Muff by Maylee Oh

Tights: {SMS} Braid Knit Tights Suede 2 by Irie Campese

Boots:  *League* Winter Wedge Boot [Cream/Grey/Black] by Nena Janus

Pose: ZZANG by HushHushHush Resident

~Decor Info~

Pond: {what next}Winter Iced Over Pond  (Mesh) by FrankLee Anatra 

Igloo: {what next} Oh Deer Igloo - RARE by FrankLee Anatra (avail @ The Arcade)

Hobby Horse: {what next} 'Silver Bells'  Hobby Horse by FrankLee Anatra (NEW)

Penguins: *MishMish* Penguin Gacha by Aime Takaaki (avail @ The Arcade)

Giant Snow Guy with Sled: *MishMish* Big Snowbles - Winter by Aime Takaaki

Bench: {what next} Bramley Bench (Pine Winter) by Winter Thorn (NEW)

Wooden Snowman: :CP: Manly Snowman by Isla Gealach  

Wooden Snowlay :CP: Manly Snowlady by Isla Gealach  

ISON for December's Collabor88

December's Collabor88 has some of the best creations from my favorite designers this round. One of my all time favorite creators, Harry Hyx of ISON, is one of these designers. He created a bunch of MUST HAVE Winter separates in soft neutral tones.

For this post, I decided to pair Harry's sleek chic asymmetric tank dress with his soft and slightly rugged raw hide vest. I adore the contrast between the two textures and styles. Not to mention, both of these pieces can be worn in so many different ways. These are two Collabor88 exclusives from ISON that should not be passed up!

Another one of my favorite Collabor88 exclusives this month is this stunning Matilda necklace and earrings from Gyorgyna Larnia of LaGyo. I know I had already blogged this set in another color, but it was so lovely that I had to show it off again in a different color. Both the necklace and earrings are beautifully rendered and executed, giving I am definitely in LOVE!

As previously mentioned, PXL Creations has a special VIP Group gift this month. It is based on their JADE skin line in a pale tone and has healthy "winter" blush, hence the name JADE Winter. I adore her yummy berry pink lips, silvery blue eye shadow and perfect smattering of freckles. If you are not already a PXL VIP Group member, then I highly suggest joining. There is an initial fee of 250L to join the group, but it is well worth it! Here are just a few things that you can expect as a PXL VIP Group Member: an additional 10 percent off store purchases, special sales for group members only and regular group gifts. Make sure you wear your PXL group tag before TPing to VIP room to get this gift.
I almost forgot! In addition to L'accessoires normal cycle this month, they are also having a Christmas Hunt! This fabulous Blue Moon headpiece (which was created by the uber talented Neftisis Rhiadra of MiWardrobe) that I am wearing is one of the amazing hunt items. How does the hunt work? You will find a Santa's Hat on each designer's table at L'accessoires. Inside each Santa's Hat, you will find a hint and a LM to the creator's store. The hunt item will be hidden at the designer's store and is absolutely free!
For more info about hunt, please read here: http://leponpon.wordpress.com/2013/12/16/laccessoires-december-2013/

Now, here are your LMs and Credits:

Collabor88
PXL Creations
L'accessoires

~Credits~
Eyes: IKON Spectral Eyes - Poltergeist (M) by Ikon Innovia (avail @ FaMESHed)
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Hair: TRUTH HAIR Ainsley - Blondes by Truth Hawks (NEW)
Headpiece: MiWardrobe - Blue Moon - Headpiece - MW by Neftisis Rhiadra (Hunt @ L'accessoires)
Skin: [PXL] JADE PA Winter C2 by Hart Larsson (VIP Group Gift)
Earrings: LaGyo_Matilda earrings [01] by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)
Necklace: LaGyo_Matilda necklace [01] by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)
Dress: ISON -  asymmetric tank dress - (blush) by Harry Hyx (avail @ C88)
Vest: ISON -  raw hide vest - (blush) by Harry Hyx (avail @ C88)
Bangle: MG - Bracelet - Hampton Boho by Maxi Gossamer

Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro

Hand Appliers: [PXL] Slink Hand Appliers PALE by Hart Larsson

Nails: Nailed It - French Manicure HUD - Brights Set by Giela Delpaso

Rings: MG - Rings - Sleeping Beauty Heart - Small  - GOLD  by Maxi Gossamer
Clutch: Baiastice_Corno clutch suede - camel by Sissy Pessoa
Stockings: ~Cannibelle~ Plain Nylon Tights - Nude by Annabelle Couturier (NEW)
Appliers: ~Cannibelle~  Plain Nylon Tights SLink appliers - Nude by Annabelle Couturier (NEW)
Feet: Slink Med Mesh Feet (Av) Toes by Siddean Munro
Shoes: ISON -  Pointy strap heel - (tan) by Harry Hyx
Pose 1:-.label motion.-  Renata Series by anne Dakun
Pose 2:  ~Tableau Vivant~ for Poser Pavilion  - Atteris from Single PACK F by LouLou Teichmann ♥ (avail @ Poser Pavilion)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS and PXL's VIP GROUP GIFT - JADE "Winter"

PXL Creations has a fabulous new Holiday VIP Group Gift for their members! It a special "winter" edition of their JADE skin! Jade Winter comes in a lovely pale skin tone with rosey freckle adorned cheeks. Her lips have pretty berry pink gloss and her eyes have silvery blue shadow. This is definitely one Group Gift that you do NOT want to miss!

If you are not already a PXL VIP Group member, then I highly suggest joining. There is an initial fee of 250L to join the group, but it is well worth it! Here are just a few things that you can expect as a PXL VIP Group Member: an additional 10 percent off store purchases, special sales VIP sales and regular group gifts. Make sure you wear your PXL group tag before TPing to VIP room to get this gift.

TP to PXL

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Perspective Eyes - Blush (M) by Ikon Innovia
Skin: [PXL] JADE PA Winter C2 by Hart Larsson (VIP Group Gift)
Shape: [PXL] JADE Shape
Hair: TRUTH HAIR Althea - Browns by Truth Hawks (NEW)

Necklace:  MG - Necklace - Tiffany Back Necklace - 2 - GOLD by Maxi Gossamer  (avail @ J&A EXPO 2013)

Coat: Maitreya -Over-sized Coat by Onyx LeShelle  (avail @ C88)

Dress: ISON -  asymmetric tank dress - (blush) by Harry Hyx (avail @ C88)

A Glamorous FROST!

For this month's FROST event, Glam Affair will be participating as Tableau Vivant's guest! This team of talented designers, created  the most STUNNING winter skins and accessories for this event!

aida created special FROST edition of her Neva skin line! It is made-up of 3 beautiful icy make-ups in an ethereal pale skin tone, which is perfect for the cold winter month's ahead. Each make-up pack includes: 6 eyebrow options (embedded into the skin - 6 skin in all), 4 appliers (Lolas Tango Skin Appliers, Slink Feet Skin Applier, Slink Hands Skin Appliers, and *L.inc* Phat Azz Skin Applier) and 3 suggested brow shapes! You have got to love all these options!

Now, if that is not enough, aida and M4ri1yn created a ton of new make-up tattoos and lashes for the Seraphim Social. The make-ups are part of Glam Affair's new Shiranuri Line, which include 6 brilliant make-up tattoo masks, that can be worn with any skin creator of your choosing; not just Glam Affair skins. Unfortunately, for this post, I did not get a chance to show these amazing new masks, but please stay tuned for an upcoming post! If you would like a snake peak, please take a look here: http://glamaffairupdates.blogspot.com/. I am, however, wearing a pair of Glam Affair's new all mesh Shironuri Lashes, which were created for this event as well! There are 4 different dramatic lash styles to choose from, which are available in 10 stunning colors. The lashes can be modified for the perfect fit and can be bought in single packs or fatpacks!

This fabulous Snow Queen - Flowers headpiece is a Seraphim Social exclusive from M4ri1yn Magic of ~Tableau Vivant~. The headpiece is made-up of unrigged mesh, so you can modify it, and comes in 5 beautiful colors (white, pink, black, red and breeze). This headpiece is part of of their Snow Queen hair style, which is an unrigged mesh updo that I adore, but am not wearing in this post. I wanted to show my whole face, so I decided to go with slicked-back updo form from Faenzo. Please forgive me for this. However, Snow Queen is one hair style from ~Tableau Vivant~ that you so NOT want miss! I also love that you can wear the head piece with other hair styles. You can wear the Snow Queen hair alone too!

Sissy Pessoa of Baiastice, just released a couple of party dresses for the Holiday Season. I chose to wear her super elegant Gemma dress in a frosty pink, in order to complete my look. I am in awe of how this dress just hugs the body perfectly. It is a prime example of what mesh was made for! This dress also has a seriously low back, which is undoubtedly sexy and also allows me to show off Maxi Gossamer's Tiffany Back Necklace, which was a Jewelry and Accessories Expo exclusive!

So, with that said, here are your LMs and Credits:

FROST

Seraphim Social

Baiastice

Location: Lou's Home ♥

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Perspective Eyes - Blush (M) by Ikon Innovia

Lashes: -Glam Affair-  Shironuri lashes 2 - vintage pink by M4ri1yn Magic (avail @ Seraphim Social)

Skin: -Glam Affair- Neva Frost 03 A by aida Ewing (avail @ FROST)

Headpiece: ~Tableau Vivant~  Snow Queen - flowers ( Pink ) by M4ri1yn Magic (avail @ Seraphim Social)

Hair: Faenzo - UFFIE Hair // NTRL Platinum by Milan Mode (1L on Marketplace!)

Earrings: [Atooly] Brooke's Bow Earrings - Cream by rockstarroo GossipGirl

Necklace: MG - Necklace - Tiffany Back Necklace - 2 - GOLD by Maxi Gossamer  (avail @ J&A EXPO 2013)

Dress: Baiastice_Gemma dress-pink by Sissy Pessoa (NEW)

Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro

Hand Appliers: -Glam Affair- Slink Hands Skin Appliers (Horror Edition) by aida Ewing

Nails: Nailed It - French Manicure HUD - Brights Set by Giela Delpaso

Pose 1: *Le Poppycock* Part of Wine & Cheese Series by Olivia Lalonde (NEW)

Pose 2: ~Tableau Vivant~ for Poser Pavilion  - Single PACK F by LouLou Teichmann ♥ (avail @ Poser Pavilion)

Izzie's New Lila Skin

Happy Holidays! The talented Izzie Button just created another stunning new skin line, called Lila. I am so touched by the name! Izzie really went all out, creating a seriously lovely face with lips to die for. The body, as always is beautifully rendered.

One of the things I adore most about Izzie's skins are all the options! Lila comes in a choice of  9 different skin tones. Each skin tone includes: 4 brow colors (embedded into the skin), 4 brow colors (embedded into the skin with cleavage), a freckles tattoo, 12 lipstick tattoos, 11 eye shadow tattoos, an eye liner tattoo, a nail base (glove layer), a brow shape and even a shape for the skin (regular and Phat Azz).
There is basically an infinite number of looks you can achieve with all of these mix and match options. Not to mention, you are technically getting a whole fatpack of skin for a very nice price. So, do yourself a favor and demo Izzie's skin ASAP!
Here are your LMs and Credits:

 Izzie's

~Style Info~
Eyes: IKON Spectral Eyes - Ghost (M) by Ikon Innovia (avail @ FaMESHed)

Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron

Skin: Izzie's - Lila Skin natural LB (NEW)

Lips: Izzie's - Lipstick dark red by Izzie Button

Hair: TRUTH HAIR Anita - Browns by Truth Hawks
Headband: [Atooly] Clarice's Antler Headband - Hearts - twleve days of christmas (day 3) by rockstarroo GossipGirl (Hunt Item)
Necklace: LaGyo_Morgana's necklace - special Christmas Edition - red by Gyorgyna Larnia (@ TDR Fusion)
Sweater:  Color.Me.H.O.F Mesh [Wool Turtle Neck[Black] by Fashionboi Landar (avail @ C88)

BAIASTICE at FaMESHed

Sissy Pessoa of Baiastice is a machine! I have no idea how she can participate in so many amazing events, while still managing to create some of the best designs on the grid! For this month's FaMESHed, she created a gorgeous cropped leather jacket with a coordinating texture change (via HUD) top attached to it. The jacket can be worn sans top, in case you decide that you would like to wear a different shirt (or no top at all). Sissy also made a beautiful and flirty tulle skirt to go with the jacket. Both items come in a ton of lovely colors and can be worn together or with anything else of your choosing.

The Jewelry and Accessory Expo is here again! If you are obsessed with accessories and jewelry like I am, then you absolutely MUST stop by this event! Sissy designed this fabulous Corno clutch that I am holding in both of these pictures. It is a Jewelry and Accessory Expo exclusive and comes in suede and velvet textures.
Giz Seorn of Gizza is participating in the Jewelry and Accessory Expo too. She created this pretty Peacock Necklace for the event in ton of different metals and colors!

 I am sure you noticed the amazing thigh-high platform boots that I am wearing in the first image. They are from a fairly new store called [AMNESIA], who specialize in gorgeous mesh jewelry, shoes and clothing. This is one store you definitely need to check-out! Btw, I am really brain dead at the moment, so I apologize for my vague descriptions.
Mr. Truth Hawks is back with a ton of gorgeous new hair styles, which are just in time for the Holidays. I am in love with this soft and wavy "pulled to one side" style, called Melita.
Before I bore you death, I will give your LMs and credits. LOL...

FaMESHed
Jewelry & Accessory Expo
 [AMNESIA]
TRUTH HAIR

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Spectral Eyes - Ghost (S) by Ikon Innovia (avail @ FaMESHed)

Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron

Skin: -Belleza-  Nina Med 1 BL by Shyla Diggs

Lips:  -Belleza- Nina Med Gloss Lip 4 by Shyla Diggs

Hair: TRUTH HAIR Melita- Light Blondes by Truth Hawks (NEW)

Headband: *Le Poppycock* Jingle Headband* Silver by Olivia Lalonde (NEW)

Necklace: Gizza - Peacock Necklace [Blue] Gold by Giz Seorn  (avail @ J&A EXPO 2013)

Jacket & Top: Baiastice_Kaji Jacket with top-black by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ FaMESHed)

Skirt: Baiastice_Tulle Skirt-grey by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ FaMESHed)

Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1   by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro

Nails: Nailed It - Ombre Set  HUD - B&W by Giela Delpaso

Ring:  LaGyo_Lila ring by Gyorgyna Larnia

Clutch: Baiastice_Corno clutch-velvet-black by Sissy Pessoa  (avail @ J&A EXPO 2013)

Tights: Plain Ribbed Tights - Midnight by Annabelle Couturier (NEW)

Boots: [AMNESIA] SARAX Mesh Boots - Black by Dieguinhooo Resident (NEW)

Pose 1: *Le Poppycock* Joie d'enfant* Group Gift Poses by Olivia Lalonde (Group Gift)

Pose 2: Di's Opera - Hair Spray and Poised 1 Series by Di Hoorenbeek

Terminal Frost!

 I apologize for this post being so late, but I've been having problems with my cable over the last week. Plus, blogspot seems to be failing me lately and not saving posts. I think it is time to switch over wordpress.

Anyway, it had been a long time since I had done a dual post with anyone. My RL has been really crazy due to health issues and family drama; not to mention the holidays. As a result, my SL time is more limited than usual and I tend log in at odd hours. So, last week, I was speaking with Ms.Kaelyn Alecto about all the amazing items the designers had created for December's Collabor88 and The Arcade. We decided to get together and feature one of our all time favorite designers, who is AKA the talented Maylee Oh of The Secret Store. Maylee, as always, created the most incredible items for both events. She made these awesome ice skates for The Arcade. Just so you know, men can wear these skates too! For Collabor88, she created these beautiful Sarah Dress Coats, which Kae and I wearing, and they matched perfectly with her skates. 

Obviously, Kae and I decided to take the pictures for this post at her super photogenic SIM, It All Starts With A Smile. By the way, if you have not been there yet, you really need to check it out ASAP. It is the perfect setting for winter photos. Kae's partner Maxx was here, so we decided to take advantage of him and use him as a prop. 

He also came in handy after Kae fell on the ice. When we finally stopped laughing at her, we had to carry her all the way home. Who knew mesh was so heavy?

Btw, the skin we are wearing is the latest release from aida Ewing of Glam Affair, which is called "Kaelyn" (Hmm... I wonder who that skin was named after?). This skin is absolutely stunning! I love all of aida's skins, but this one extra special. 

 Kaelyn (the skin, not the avi) comes in 12 gorgeous make-ups (plus one bare skin - no make-up) and 6 lovely skin tones. She has a TON of options too, which include: 8 different brow colors (embedded into the skin), 4 freckle tattoos, 4 lip tattoos and 3 nose tattoos. So please make sure you DEMO this skin ASAP!

I also had a couple of other items that I wanted to mention. This fabulous fox stole that I am wearing, which is called is called, "Foxy Neck Snuggler", is an Arcade exclusive from Nina Helix of Birdy Skins.

These super cute Bearwarmers are from Natalee Oodles of Noodles. They are a Collabor88 exclusive this month, so you do not want to miss it!

Here are your LMs and credits:

Collabor88

The Arcade

-Glam Affair-

Style info for Kaelyn and Maxx can be found on their blog here: http://www.sweetsexycrazy.com/fun-on-skates/

Location: It All Stars With A Smile

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Spectral Eyes - Grey (S) by Ikon Innovia (avail @ FaMESHed)

Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron

Skin: -Glam Affair- Kaelyn skin - America 03 D by aida Ewing (NEW)

Nose: -Glam Affair- Kaelyn - America - Nose 01 by aida Ewing (NEW)

Hair: TRUTH HAIR Qopi - LightBrowns01Fade by Truth Hawks

Ear Muffs: Noodles - Bearmuffs Polar by Natalee Oodles (avail @ C88)

Scarf (pic 1 & 2 ): (Yummy) Chunky Scarf - Marshmellow by Polyester Partridge (avail @ C88)

Stole: (pic 3 & 4): Birdy.  Foxy Neck snuggler {Sugar} by nina Helix (avail @ The Arcade)

Necklace: MG - Necklace - True Hearts - Short by Maxi Gossamer  (avail @ C88)

Gloves: VCO - Gloves Necklace [BREAD 02] by yamette Resident (avail @ The Arcade)

Dress: The Secret Store Sarah Dress Coat - Rose  by Maylee Oh (avail @ C88)

Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro

Hand Appliers: -Glam Affair- Slink Hands Skin Appliers (America) by aida Ewing

Nails: Nailed It - French Manicure HUD - Pastels Set by Giela Delpaso

Clutch: Baiastice_Corno clutch-silver by Sissy Pessoa  (avail @ J&A EXPO 2013)

Tights:  ~Cannibelle~ Plain Ribbed Tights - White by Annabelle Couturier (NEW)

Skates: The Secret Store Ice Skates - Candy Polka/Pompons by Maylee Oh (avail @ The Arcade)

Pose 1: !Bang Poses 

Pose 2: Purple Poses

Pose 3 -.label motion.-  TDR mix by anne Dakun (avail @ TDR Fusion)

Pose 4: -.label motion.-  MODs Arm by anne Dakun (New!These are awesome! They are add-on poses to modify your exiting pose. Sound confusing? It is actually very simple: http://labelmotion.wordpress.com/2013/12/10/label-motion-pose-modifiers/)

You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows...

I have more stunning event exclusives to show you! It's becoming hard to keep up with all them, since there are so many now and even more around the Holiday Season. So, I will try my best make sure I show all my favorite creations and also make sure the event is still on. LOL. I have been talking A LOT about MIAMAI's Black Label Series of Fashion Events. One of my favorite creations from this event, is this Titania Headpiece! It was designed and rendered by the multi-talented Monica Outlander, who is also the MIAMAI's Black Label Series of Fashion Events founder and the designer behind MIAMAI .

This Titania Headpiece is absolutely breathtaking! I love all the delicate mesh flowers that adorn this well crafted piece. In fact, there is even a mask on the back side of the headpiece, which makes it much more alluring. I am thoroughly impressed with this exceptional creation! And, just so you know, this headpiece (as well as all of the other incredible creations that were seen during the show on December 7th for MIAMAI's Black Label Series of Fashion Events), will be on display and available for sale at the MIAMAI Mainstore.  

I am also absolutely in love with this gorgeous fantasy skin from aida Ewing of -Glam Affair-. This particular skin is a special "fairy"edition of her Elvi skin line. It is available in various shades of de-saturated skin tones for this month's Kustom9 event. The make-ups are so lovely and delicate. It makes for the perfect skin, especially when you want to add a bit more drama to your look. 

Last but definitely not least, is this fabulous necklace that I am wearing. It is called the Maral Necklace and was created by the wonderful Snow Martiel of ..:: BenS Beauty ::... It was created for this month's Jewelry & Accessory Expo, and is available in ton of brilliant colors. Please make sure you check-out this amazing event and all of Snow's beautiful event exclusives!

So, with that said, here are the LMs and Credits:

MIAMAI

Kustom9 

Jewelry & Accessory Expo 2013

~Credits~

Eyes: IKON Spectral Eyes - Grey (S) by Ikon Innovia (avail @ FaMESHed)
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron

Skin: Skin: -Glam Affair- Elvi - Fairy 05 E by aida Ewing (avail @ Kustom9)

Headpiece: Miamai_BL_Titania Headpiece Black by monica Outlander (avail @ MIAMAI Blk Label)

Necklace: ..:: BenS Beauty ::.. Maral Necklace Gray by Snow Martiel (avail @ J&A EXPO 2013)

Corset: [Belgravia] - Patent Corset - Nero by Jin Elfan (avail @ MP)

Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro

Hand Appliers: -Glam Affair- Slink Hands Skin Appliers (Fairy) by aida Ewing (avail @ Kustom9)

Pose: {Imeka~} Katie-Pose 6 by NatiWilliams Resident 

[PXL] Skins and LaGyo Jewelry For The Holiday Season!

I know that I had mentioned in a previous post (HERE) that Hart Larsson of PXL Creations is currently participating in MIAMAI's Black Label Series of Fashion Events. He created a very special, as well as limited edition, of PXL's long awaited upcoming new skin line! The new skin line is called, MIA! This limited edition MIA skin is available in three STUNNING make-ups, which reflect the color palate used in MIAMAI's amazing Black Label Fashion Event, and comes in choice of three lovely skin tones (PALE, NATURAL and SUNKISSED).

This is definitely my favorite PXL skin to date and I am seriously excited about this release (not to mention the upcoming full release). Instead of doing a normal skin review for this skin, I decided to make a portrait for each of the three make-ups. You can see my first portrait here: http://dementeddivas.blogspot.com/2013/12/event-madness.html. This portrait series, which includes my other favorite skin designers as well, also gives me a chance to show-off some of the wonderful jewelry released this month. All of the incredible creations that were seen during the show on December 7th for MIAMAI's Black Label Series of Fashion Events, will be on display and available for sale at the MIAMAI Mainstore. Monica Outlander, who organized this event and brought it to life, did an AMAZING job and is such a brilliant artist! You can pick-up the MIA BLACK LABEL EDITION skin at both the MIAMAI and PXL Mainstores.
I mentioned that this portrait series also featured some of the most beautiful jewelry released this Holiday Season - Well, it is rather obvious in above the picture, don't you think? The necklace and earrings were created by the uber talented Gyorgyna Larnia of LaGyo. They are both part of her awe inspiring 'Matilda Collection', which can be found at Collabor88 this month. I am truly amazed by all the hard work and intricate mesh details that make-up both the necklace and earrings. They are literally works of art! The necklace and earrings are available in 7 beautiful color combinations, which reflect Collabor88's December color palate. I highly suggest grabbing them all! Gyo even created crystal tears, which are color change via HUD. Stay tuned for more pieces from this collection in upcoming posts!
So, with that said, here are your LMs and Credits:

[PXL Creations]
MIAMAI
Collabor88

~Style Info~
Eyes: IKON Spectral Eyes - Grey (S) by Ikon Innovia (avail @ FaMESHed)
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Hair: [LeLutka]-POCAHONTAS hair - Bournville by Thora Charron
Skin: [PXL] MIA ~BlackLabel~ NAT RED MEB by Hart Larsson (avail @ MIAMAI Black Label Event)
Earrings: LaGyo_Matilda earrings [06] by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)
Necklace: LaGyo_Matilda necklace [06] by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)
Dress: Peqe - Off-shoulder Gown by Inex Hax

PXL's Limited Edition MIA for MIAMAI's Black Label Fashion Series of Events!

The creatives of MIAMAI have gathered together for the fourth year of their triumphant Black Label Series of Fashion Events. PXL will be participating in this special event by releasing a Limited Edition series of our upcoming MIA skin line  for this awe inspiring 4 part fashion show. After the shows are over, this exclusive edition of MIA will be available for sale at the Black Label event venue and in the PXL Mainstore too. MIA Black Label Edition is comes in stunning make-ups and is available in 3 skin tones (PALE, NATURAL and SUNKISSED).

When does this event start? Today - December 7th 2013

1st public show: 1.15 pm – 2.15 pm SLT
2nd public show: 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm SLT

Every attendant will be required to wear a mandatory outfit that will be provided upon reaching the event location.

Due to the nature of the event, the spots on the sim for each show are very limited ; however, we are providing different means to follow the show for those who can’t get in:
. Livestream, to follow the event starting from 12pm SLT
. Live blogging on Plurk:

http://www.plurk.com/MiamaiSL

. Live blogging on Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Miamai/309836555791103

After the event, the venue will be open to the visitors for a month, in order to look around shop!

[Tp to MIAMAI Black Label Eevent]

Where can I buy MIA Black Label Edition ? You can purchase MIA Black Label Edition at event venue and in the PXL Mainstore

For more information regarding Black Label Series of Fashion Events please go here: http://miamaisl.wordpress.com/

[ Tp to PXL main store ]

Last Day For November's Collabor88

It is the last day for the November cycle of Collabor88! This was an AMAZING cycle with tons of brilliant event exclusives. I figured (as always) that I would show a few more MUST have items before the cycle comes to close. I just want to make sure that everyone grabbed these items or will get a chance to pick them up today...

Sissy Pessoa of Baiastice went all out for this cycle for Collabor88! The minimalist and sleek Lako Jacket, Metro Cropped Pants and Kiki Hair, which I wearing in the following 2 images, were all created by her! Sissy even managed to render some super stylish oxford shoes for this round as well (these will be shown in an upcoming post).

This outfit alone is amazing! And this hair? OMG! I am in love with this chic short cut. Sissy's talents are unlimited! You definitely will want to snatch these pieces up at Collabor88 before it ends!

Maxi Gossamer created this steampunk inspired necklace,aka the Clockwork Steampunk Heart, for November's Collabor88. Maxi has such a great eye for detail and has created some of the best jewelry and accessories on the grid to date. The necklace is available in silver or gold and also in comes in a long and short length. 

The stunning skin I am wearing is the latest from Shyla Diggs of -Belleza-! She created this beautiful new skin, which is called Tara, for The Arcade. All of the make-ups are really lovely, so make sure you try your luck!

Maylee Oh of The Secret Store created this fabulous Short Sleeve Sweater for November's Collabor88. Maylee can never do any wrong. She always creates the most perfect pieces! This sweater comes in a wide variety of cozy neutral tones that will mix with just about anything in your wardrobe.These TO DIE FOR boots (aka Fowler Laced- Up Boots) that I wearing in the above image are another November Collabor88 exclusive! They were made by the super talented suetabulous Yootz of Beetlebones and are just too gorgeous words! 

The incredible black leather blag and necklace were created by the always brilliant Gyorgyna Larnia of LaGyo. These are both part of her uber trendy Mariel Collection for The Arcade. Please make sure you try your luck, because each piece of the collection is definite win! 

Speaking of The Arcade, my gorgeous hair and skin are also from the latest round! The hair is called, Temptation and was created by Bubbles Clawtooth of Clawtooth. The skin is called, Blair and was made by by Nina Helix of Birdy Skins. 

Ahh! I almost forgot! My favorite eye guy, Ikon Innovia of IKON, finally released his first mesh eyes for this month's FaMESHed! These long awaited mesh eyes are absolutely gorgeous! To be honest, I actually have never tried mesh eyes before. I have always adored Ikon's eyes and just did not see the need for them. I also had yet to come across a pair eyes (mesh or no mesh) that could even compare to the quality of IKON eyes. So, suffice it to say, I decided to wait until he created a pair. It was definitely worth the wait! These Spectral Eyes are STUNNING! They come in every color imaginable and only cost 150L per pair. Each pair includes: 4 different eye sizes (can be worn without the mesh attachments too), a eye fitting guide, mesh eye attachments and a HUD. The HUD allows for a perfect fit in a matter of seconds. You can easily change the overall size of the eye or just the iris and pupil, you can rotate the eye's texture, add glow and add brightness, I really love the precise fit and control that the HUD gives you. They make Ikon's eyes that much more amazing! You really must try these  ASAP!

So with that said, here are your LMs and credits:

 Collabor88

The Arcade

FaMESHed

~Credits~

Look 1:

Eyes: IKON Spectral Eyes - Quicksilver (S) by Ikon Innovia (avail @ FaMESHed)
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Hair: Baiastice_Kiki hair - Light Brown by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ C88)

Skin: -Belleza-  Tara Arcade 9 by Shyla Diggs (avail @ The Arcade)

Necklace: MG - Necklace - Clockwork Steampunk Heart - Long - GOLD by Maxi Gossamer (avail @ C88)

Jacket: Baiastice_Lako jacket-chocolate-size by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ C88)

Bracelet L: MG - Bracelet - Hampton Boho by Maxi Gossamer (avail @ FaMESHed)

Bracelet R: Noodles - Nail Bangle Black Plating & Gold by Natalee Oodles

Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro

Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro

Clutch: [Gang/Cold] Assecoires - Muriel  Clutch - Goth by Noemi Azambuja (avail @ L'accessoires)

Ring: MG - Ring - Hampton Boho by Maxi Gossamer  (avail @ FaMESHed)

Nails: Nailed It - Ombre HUD by Giela Delpaso

Pants: Baiastice_Metro Cropped Pants-black by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ C88)

Boots: [monso] My Ankle Boots - Black (girls) by Morphine Janick (NEW)

Poses:ZZANG  Autumn Dazzle Series by HushHushHush Resident

Look 2:

Eyes: IKON Spectral Eyes - Quicksilver (S) by Ikon Innovia (avail @ FaMESHed)
Lashes: [LeLutka]-2011 lashes/natur/touch me by Thora Charron
Hair: Clawtooth:Temptation - Girl Next Door by Bubbles Clawtooth (avail @ The Arcade)

Bow: Clawtooth:Temptation Bow Headband (Solid black) by Bubbles Clawtooth (avail @ The Arcade)

Skin: .Birdy. Blair Skin  ~Peaches~ Peachy (Brown) by nina Helix (avail @ The Arcade)

Moles: .Birdy. Blair moles (Tintable) by nina Helix (avail @ The Arcade)

Necklace: LaGyo_Mariel simple necklace Black by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ The Arcade)

Sweater: The Secret Store Short Sleeve Sweater - Ecru by Maylee Oh (avail @ C88)

Skirt: e! Spirit Skirt PLAIN (Chocolate) by Eclectic Wingtips

Bracelet L: MG - Bracelet - Hampton Boho by Maxi Gossamer (avail @ FaMESHed)

Bracelet R: Noodles - Nail Bangle Black Plating & Gold by Natalee Oodles (avail @ C88)

Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro

Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro

Appliers: .Birdy. Slink Avatar Enhancement - Hands (Imogen skin) by nina Helix

Nails: Nailed It - Ombre HUD by Giela Delpaso

Ring: MG - Ring - Hampton Boho by Maxi Gossamer (avail @ FaMESHed)

Bag: LaGyo_Mariel bag (static pose) by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ The Arcade)

Tights: ~Cannibelle~ Plain Ribbed Tights (Browns) by Annabelle Couturier (NEW)

Boots: ::BB:: Fowler Laced- Up Boots (MUD) by suetabulous Yootz (avail @ C88)

Pose 1: {Imeka~} by NatiWilliams Resident 

Pose 2: -.label motion.-  by anne Dakun

~Decor~

House: [ba]  industrial loft by Barnesworth Anubis (avail @ C88)

Chandelier: Trompe Loeil  - Industrial Chandelier Tall by Cory Edo (avail @ C88)

Sofa: MudHoney Eva Chair & Corner - Leather by Rayvn Hynes (avail @ C88)

Coffee Table: Aphrodite/Heart Homes - "Industrial" Couch Table (part of "Industrial" Couple Living Room Set) by Jaylin Whitewood  (avail @ C88)

Rug: MudHoney Eva Rug by Rayvn Hynes (avail @ C88)

Books: MudHoney Eva Books by Rayvn Hynes (avail @ C88)

Basket of Fruit: Aphrodite/Heart Homes - "Industrial" Deco Fruit Basket (part of "Industrial" Couple Living Room Set)  by Jaylin Whitewood  (avail @ C88)

Art: MudHoney Eva Art by Rayvn Hynes (avail @ C88)

Table and Chairs: Aphrodite/Heart Homes - Vintage "Industrial" coffee table for  two by Jaylin Whitewood  (avail @ C88)