Once Last Post for The Arcade - Tea for Two

There are really only a few hours left until The Arcade officially ends at (11:59 SLT) for this cycle. I had a few more favorite items that I wanted to show. So, hurry!!! Here is your LM:

The Arcade

~ Credits~

Rag Doll Avatar: The Secret Store - Rag Dolls Collection - Alice by Maylee Oh (avail @ The Arcade)

Pig: !O: Teacup Piglet [Royal Edition: Queen] - (you can modify and separate the pig from the tea cup) by Anya Ohmai  (avail @ The Arcade)

Table: {af} Tiffany Dining Chair RARE by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Chairs: {af} Tiffany Dining Chair RARE by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Tea Pot: {af} Tiffany Tea Pot RARE by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Tea Cup (small): {af} Lemon Tea by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Flowers: {af} Lustful Lilacs by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Pastries: {af} Treats Platter RARE by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Large Teacups: !O: Teacup Piglet [Royal Edition: Queen] - (you can modify and separate the pig from the tea cup) by Anya Ohmai  (avail @ The Arcade)

Last Day For Arcade

I wish this post was more organized. But, I kind of freaked, since I wanted to get as much Arcade goodness into a cool and elaborate post before it ends. Elaborate yes, cool no. Amazing, absolutely! Well, I am not amazing, but all the creators are. I am still in awe of all their brilliant creations. I know this is rush job, but I hope you see some more goodies that you simply MUST have before The Arcade ends at 11:59pm tonight!
Here is your LM:

The Arcade

~Credits~

House: Scarlet Creative June Arcade Wooden Retreat RARE by Charlotte Bartlett  (avail @ The Arcade)

Books: Scarlet Creative June Arcade - My Box of Poetry Books by Charlotte Bartlett  (avail @ The Arcade)

Shelves: Scarlet Creative June Arcade - My Crate Shelves by Charlotte Bartlett  (avail @ The Arcade)

Plushies -

Intrigue Co. - Plushie Pals: Bronx the Brontosaurus, Plushie Pals: Petunia the Pterodactyl, Plushie Pals: Stella the Stegosaurus, Plushie Pals: Bones the Dinosaur - RARE by Katharine McGinnis  (avail @ The Arcade)

Landmarks-

PILOT - Stonehenge x and  Eiffel Tower x RARE by Kaz Nayar  (avail @ The Arcade)

Piglets -

!O: Teacup Piglet Gatcha [Original A],  Teacup Piglet Gatcha [Royal Edition: King] RARE, Teacup Piglet Gatcha [Original A] by Anya Ohmai  (avail @ The Arcade)

Plants -

[ARIA] Oolong Teacup Planter Succulent Plant-Pink, Oolong Teacup Planter  Vanda Orchid- Rose, Oolong Teacup Planter Iris- Mint,  Oolong Teacup Planter Vanda Orchid- Nostalgic, Oolong Teacup Planter Succulent Plant-Tropical, Oolong Teacup Planter Iris -Lemon by Lo Uriza (yelo.uriza)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Emote Animals-

~Tableau Vivant~ Emotes - Monkey, Bear ,Giraffe by TableauVivant  (avail @ The Arcade)

Picnic -

Blanket: (Elate!) - A Posh Picnic - Picnic Blanket by Kellie Iwish   (avail @ The Arcade)

Pillows: (Elate!) - A Posh Picnic - Pile of Pillows 1 by Kellie Iwish  (avail @ The Arcade) 

Picnic Basket: (Elate!) - A Posh Picnic - Open Picnic Basket RARE by Kellie Iwish  (avail @ The Arcade)

French Baguette: (Elate!) - A Posh Picnic - French Baguette and Cutting Board by Kellie Iwish  (avail @ The Arcade)

Grapes: (Elate!) - A Posh Picnic - Plate of Grapes by Kellie Iwish  (avail @ The Arcade)

Game: *Second Spaces* marble checkers by Elle Kirshner (avail @ The Arcade)

Vanity -

Desk: -tb- Vanity - Vanity Desk by Julliette Westerburg (avail @ The Arcade)

Chair: {af} Tiffany Dining Chair RARE by Apple Fall (warehousefifteendesigns)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Mirror: -tb- Vanity - Brushes by Julliette Westerburg  (avail @ The Arcade)

Jewelry Tree: -tb- Vanity - Platter of Treasures by Julliette Westerburg  (avail @ The Arcade)

Brushes: -tb- Vanity - Brushes by Julliette Westerburg  (avail @ The Arcade)

Wine: (Elate!) - A Posh Picnic - Wine Bottle and Glasses by Kellie Iwish  (avail @ The Arcade)

Bed: [*Art Dummy!] wake me. (bed no blanket) RARE by Gala Charron  (avail @ The Arcade)

Book: [Commoner] Photo Album / It's 'Bout to Get Nostalgic Up in Here by Emery Milneaux  (avail @ The Arcade)

Strawberries: (Elate!) - A Posh Picnic - Bowl of Strawberries by Kellie Iwish  (avail @ The Arcade)

Headboard: [*Art Dummy!] wake me. (clock headboard) by Gala Charron  (avail @ The Arcade)

Clock 1: [*Art Dummy!] wake me. (large clock-black 1) by Gala Charron  (avail @ The Arcade)

Clock 2: [*Art Dummy!] wake me. (large clock-black 1) by Gala Charron  (avail @ The Arcade)

Mannequin: -tb- Vanity -   Dress Form by Julliette Westerburg  (avail @ The Arcade)

Dresser: Trompe Loeil - Billiards Dresser 04 Ball by Cory Edo  (avail @ The Arcade) 

Birdcage: {vespertine- broken birdcage/teal RARE} by sleepwalker. (amelie.knelstrom)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Bird 1: {vespertine- fabric bird-songbird 2/red} by sleepwalker. (amelie.knelstrom)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Bird 2: {vespertine- fabric bird-songbird 2/turquiose} by sleepwalker. (amelie.knelstrom)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Manhattan Skyline: DIGS - Skyline Relief Block - New York [MESH] by Iris Maskelyne  (avail @ The Arcade)

The Last Couple of Days Before Arcade Ends....

Sadly, this round of The Arcade is coming to an end. I can't tell you how much I adore all the amazing creations The Arcade designers made for this round. It is practically overwhelming. The following look that I am going to show you is mostly made-up of brilliant Arcade exclusives! Except, of course, for the new 'Patent Leather Slingbacks', which were created by Jin Elfan of Belgravia. They were just too fabulous not to include. Oh! And also the new TDR Fusion items from Gyorgyna Larnia of LaGyo. So, RUN! And get your butts to The Arcade, just in case you missed some of these awesome goods!

The Arcade Venue

(fd) Radio Headphones - Navy by Toast Bard, PIDIDDLE - Bottle Cap Shades - Natural Tortoise Shell by Bru (brutus.martinek)

Emery - Mesh Crop T Shirt Aztec Black by Sun (sunami.beck), Baiastice_Triple Skulls Leather Cuff-black- Right by Sissy Pessoa, *BOOM*  Knit Friendship Bracelet (two beat as one bottom) LT by Aranel Ah & Overhigh . Demi Shorts - Black by Marry Lemur (not Arcade item, but fab)

[PF] Harley - Arcade 01 (RARE) by Mochi (mochi.milena) -in ♥ with this skin! &  /Wasabi Pills/ Lory Mesh Hair - Wild honey - RARE by MissAllSunday Lemon

Belgravia - Patent Leather Slingbacks - Noir by Jin Elfan

Location: BCC

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Ascension Eyes - Scoria (ML) by Ikon Innovia (NEW)
Lashes: Izzie's - Eyelashes v1.01 by Izzie Button
Liner: -Glam Affair- Couture Eyeliner 03 by Amberly Boccaccio
Skin: [PF] Harley - Arcade 01 (RARE) by Mochi (mochi.milena)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Hair: /Wasabi Pills/ Lory Mesh Hair - Wild honey - RARE by MissAllSunday Lemon (avail @ The Arcade)

Headphones: (fd) Radio Headphones - Navy by Toast Bard (avail @ The Arcade)
Sunglasses: PIDIDDLE - Bottle Cap Shades - Natural Tortoise Shell by Bru (brutus.martinek) (avail @ The Arcade)

Earrings:  LaGyo_Toni earrings by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ TDR Fusion)

Necklace: LaGyo_Toni necklace by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ TDR Fusion)
Top: Emery - Mesh Crop T Shirt Aztec Black by Sun (sunami.beck)  (avail @ The Arcade)
Shorts: Overhigh . Demi Shorts - Black by Marry Lemur
Ring:  LaGyo_Toni ring by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ TDR Fusion)
Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Hand Appliers: -Belleza-  Slink Hand Appliers SK by Shyla Diggs 
Bracelet L: *BOOM*  Knit Friendship Bracelet (two beat as one bottom) LT by Aranel Ah (avail @ The Arcade)
Bracelet R: Baiastice_Triple Skulls Leather Cuff-black- Right by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ The Arcade)
Luggage Prop: .click. Chocolate Suitcase by Gracie Amelia Leandros-Kennedy (gracie.breuer)  (avail @ The Arcade)

Feet: Slink Mesh Feet (Av) Toes XXS

Shoes: Belgravia - Patent Leather Slingbacks - Noir by Jin Elfan  (avail on MP Here) (NEW)
Pose 1: .click.  World Traveler 1 (gracie.breuer)  (avail @ The Arcade)
Pose 2 and 3: -.label motion.-  Lisa Poses  by anne Dakun ♥ (NEW)

Ice Cream and Sunshine

I'm sorry that I have not been around much, but I have been away with limited internet access. Not to mention that my laptop has been dying. Anyway, let me make this post quick. LOL. There have been so many releases for Summer and all the SL events this Season. One of favorite new releases is this gorgeous 'Hina Maxi Dress' from Sissy Pessoa of Baiastice. This is the quintessential Summer maxi dress, which is FaMESHed exclusive this month. It comes in ton of cool and yummy colors too, so be sure to grab it!

If you notice in the background, I am posing in front of another one of Winter Thorn's (of {what next}) awesome new creations for The Garden. It is the 'Sandbridge Ice Cream Cart'! Just touch it and menu with a plethora of mouth watering ice cream flavors comes up for your virtual enjoyment. Btw, the pier I am parading around on is another Garden exclusive from Barnesworth Anubis. It is called the "Seaside Pier" and can be rezzed as whole pier or you can build it yourself. He gives you all the different parts you will need, as well as different sizes too. It can be as small or as big as you desire! The Garden is one event that home decor enthusiasts definitely can not miss!

Summerfest'13 is still going on and there are so many wonderful creators to be found here. -Belleza-  is one of these fabulous creators and they have released the most lovely skin for this event. Her name is "Ashley" and she is a freckle faced Summerfest'13 exclusive. She is available in two beautiful make-ups and all skin tones. You simply must DEMO her now!
Truth Hawks released some more delightful styles for Summer as well. I really adore this long wavy style, called "Wanda". I wish my RL hair stayed this smooth and sleek in the hot and humid weather.

Ok, I am sure notice that the tone, colors and saturation of my images all vary from one picture to next. I was fooling around with different styles, because I was bored. I hope it is not too confusing, but please make sure you check-out all the colors for yourself. 

Caelan Hancroft is quickly becoming one of my most favorite jewelry designers in SL. Her mesh work and textures are just brilliant! I am always so excited to see what she comes up with next! For this post, I am wearing her 'Kasbah' necklace, cuff and rings. One of the things I like best about Caelan's jewels, besides their obvious quality, is that they are texture-change via pop-up menu. This makes it possible to style her creations with just about anything! 'Kasbah' is FaMESHed exclusive this month, so be sure to grab it! 

Oh, one more thing. I am still wearing Ikon Innovia's (aka IKON) new 'Ascension Eyes'. As you can see, they are absolutely stunning! The color I am wearing for this post is called "Ghost". Be sure to try on demos ASAP! With that said, here are your LMs and credits:

FaMESHed

The Garden

Summerfest'13

TRUTH HAIR

IKON

Location: My Home

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Ascension Eyes - Ghost (ML) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: Izzie's - Eyelashes v1.01 by Izzie Button
Liner: -Glam Affair- Couture Eyeliner 03 by Amberly Boccaccio
Skin: -Belleza-  Ashley Summerfest SK 2 by Shyla Diggs (avail @ Summerfest '13) 
Hat:  Baiastice_Huge Brim Mesh Hat-natural by Sissy Pessoa
Hair: TRUTH HAIR Wanda - Browns01 by Truth Hawks (NEW)
Necklace: Cae :: Kasbah ::  necklace by Caelan Hancroft (avail @ FaMESHed)
Arm Cuffs: Baiastice_Snake Bracelet-gold by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ FaMESHed)
Dress: Baiastice_Hina Maxi dress-light emerald by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ FaMESHed)
Bracelet Cuff: Cae :: Kasbah :: Bracelet (R) by Caelan Hancroft (avail @ FaMESHed)
Rings: Cae :: Kasbah :: Rings  by Caelan Hancroft (avail @ FaMESHed)
Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Appliers: -Belleza-  Slink Hand Appliers SK by Shyla Diggs 
Mesh Feet:  Slink Med Mesh Feet - S (Rigged) by Siddean Munro
Sandals: Slink Ilena Sandals Standard Taupe by Siddean Munro
Poses: -.label motion.- Sandra and Lisa Poses by anne Dakun ♥♥♥ (NEW) (NEW) (NEW)
~Decor~
Ice Cream Cart: {what next} Sandbridge Ice Cream Cart  - Red by FrankLee Anatra (avail @ The Garden)
Pier: [ba] seaside pier by Barnesworth Anubis (avail @ The Garden)

Aiko Aiko

Even though the theme for this month's Collabor88 is 'Chill Pill', which is mostly 90's retro (love this theme!), I actually found some soft and romantic Collabor88 exclusives for this post.

For the last three cycles of Collabor88, aida Ewing of -Glam Affair- has been releasing her 'Margot' skin line in different skin tones each month. For June's Collabor88, she released  'Margot' in her beautiful and delicate 'petal' tone. All the make-ups are so lovely and subtle. So, I could not resist doing a portrait of this gorgeous skin. 

Gyorgyna Larnia of LaGyo, created a unique an fabulous jewelry line called "Aiko" for this cycle of Collabor88. Each piece is in the shape of an eternity symbol and adorned with tiny beads. She created a whole a collection that includes a headpiece, earrings, a necklace, a bangle and a ring. Each item comes with a HUD that changes the texture the of the metal, as well as the beads. Please make sure you check out both items from -Glam Affair- and LaGyo at Collabor88 NOW!

As I mentioned in my previous post, Ikon Innovia just released more stunning new eyes. They are called  "Ascension Eyes" and are absolutely STUNNING! I am wearing the "Deamon" color for this post. So, please make sure you try on a demo ASAP!

With that said, here are your LMs and credits:

Collabor88

IKON

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Ascension Eyes - Scoria (ML) by Ikon Innovia (NEW)
Lashes: Izzie's - Eyelashes v1.01 by Izzie Button

Liner: -Glam Affair- Colorful Eyeliner  Black by Amberly Boccaccio (avail @ Cosmetics Fair)

Skin: -Glam Affair-  Margot - Petal 02 - Blonde by aida Ewing  (avail @ C88)
Hair: TRUTH HAIR Colbie - LightBlondes01 by Truth Hawks (NEW)
Headpiece: LaGyo_Aiko headpiece by Gyorgyna Larnia  (avail @ C88)
Earrings: LaGyo_Aiko earrings by Gyorgyna Larnia  (avail @ C88)
Necklace: LaGyo_Aiko necklace by Gyorgyna Larnia  (avail @ C88)
Dress: (Kunglers) Tufi dress - Salmon by Ava Kungler (NEW)
Pose: Del May - by Del May ( I modified it a tiny bit)

I Wake-Up In The Morning To The Beat Of A Drum...

The Summer Solstice has arrived and Summer is now officially here. Because of all this, I have not been around much this week. I was really only able to log in temporarily to check NCs and messages. So, suffice it to say, I have A LOT of catching-up to do! Not to mention more events to blog too! It is really hot and I am super tired, so I will try to keep it brief. However, I am so in love with all of these new releases that are in this post! First off, I know you have seen these new creations from Azure Electricteeth of Tee*fy all over the feeds! They are Arcade Gacha Event exclusives and have an amazing native/bohemian feel to them. In this post, I am wearing her 'Aurelia Summer High-Low Dress', 'Feather Crown Headband' and 'Leather-Made Goat Head  Backpack'. These are all items that can be won in many colors and styles via The Arcade gacha machines. This is one machine worth playing! Azure's creations are always brilliant!

I have been dying for Jin Elfan of Leverocci to release more hair. She said she was not planning on doing so, but she ended up releasing this absolutely stunning new style called 'DIVA'. The name definitely suits the hair. It is long, super straight and gorgeous. It is all rigged mesh and I am positive that she baked the hair textures, since they are unbelievably realistic and perfect! 'DIVA' comes in every color imaginable and is also available on Marketplace. So DEMO it NOW!

aida Ewing just released a beautiful new skin, called "Summer". It is a Summerfest '13 exclusive and comes in several lovely make-ups and in 2 skins tones - America and Jamaica. I sincerely hope aida releases a whole a line of this skin, since it is simply divine. I strongly urge you to check-out Summerfest '13 now and try on some demos ASAP. 

Oh! I almost forgot! Ikon Innovia just releases more awesome eyes! They are called 'Ascension Eyes' and are basically a continuation of his 'Destiny Eyes', which were available at the 'The Boutique'.I am in love with  these eyes and he created 15 new colors to add to the collection. So, make sure you go to the IKON ainstore and try some on!

With that all said, here are your LMs and Credits:

The Arcade

Leverocci on MP

Summerfest '13

IKON

Location: ISON

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Ascension Eyes - Scoria (ML) by Ikon Innovia (NEW)
Lashes: Izzie's - Eyelashes v1.01 by Izzie Button

Liner: -Glam Affair- Colorful Eyeliner ( L ) Black by Amberly Boccaccio (avail @ Cosmetics Fair)

Skin: -Glam Affair-  Summer - Jamaica 03 B by aida Ewing (avail @ Summerfest '13) 

Freckles: -Glam Affair-   Cleo - Freckles 2 by aida Ewing (NEW)

Hair: Leverocci - Diva_Golden Brown by Jin Elfan  (avail on MP Here) (NEW)

Headdress: Tee*fy Feather Crown Headband RARE by Azure Electricteeth (avail @ The Arcade)

Necklace (short): *League* Native Necklace (chest) by Nena Janus

Necklace (long): (Yummy) Featherweight Necklace by Polyester Partridge

Dress: Tee*fy Aurelia Summer High-Low Dress Black Tie Dye by Azure Electricteeth  (avail @ The Arcade)

Tank:{mon tissu} Sweetheart Tank - White 4 by Anouk Spot

Jeans: -tb- Juju Jeans - Dark Rinse 1 by Julliette Westerburg

Backpack: Tee*fy Leather-Made Goat Head  Backpack  Prism by Azure Electricteeth (avail @ The Arcade)

Bracelet 1 L: *League* Wanderer Bracelet -Wrist (4 Strands) L by Nena Janus

Bracelet 2 L: *BOOM*  Knit Friendship Bracelet (two beat as one bottom) LT by Aranel Ah (avail @ The Arcade)

Bracelet R: *League* Wanderer Bracelet -Hand (Discs) R by Nena Janus

Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Hand Appliers: -Glam Affair- Slink Hands Skin Appliers (Jamaica) 
Ring L: LaGyo_Hummingbird ring by Gyorgyna Larnia
Ring R: LaGyo_Santa Fe ring gold by Gyorgyna Larnia
Boots: [SC] Surf Couture - Olea Boots - Worn by Emma Gilmour
Pose 1: aDORKable Poses by Adorkable Peapod
Pose 2 & 3: oOo Poses  by Olaenka Chesnokov

Lavender

I guess this is pretty much a 'Look of The Day' type post. It is mix of amazing new releases and some fabulous not-so-new releases. The main inspiration for this post, is this gorgeous 'Formal Blazer' from the uber talented Jin Elfan of Belgravia/Leverocci. It is a fairly recent release and also an updated version of her former 'Sleek Blazer', which is sadly no longer available for sale. As always, Jin's textures are perfectly rendered and portray a huge amount of realism. The 'Formal Blazer' is an inventory MUST have! Speaking of Belgravia MUST haves, I am also wearing Jin's sublime 'Patent 120' pumps, which I have already written about in previous posts. Not only are these shoes beautiful, but they are made to be worn with Siddean Munro's (of Slink) rigged mesh feet in 'medium' height. It goes without saying that these are two more items that your SL wardrobe can NOT be with out!

One of my favorite things about classic blazers, is that they can be worn in so many ways. They can be worn with more classic and formal attire, or you can play them down with jeans and shorts. I obviously chose the latter. I have a tendency to show more formal looks, so I wanted wear something more casual. I decided to pair the blazer with these charming belted denim 'Scallop Shorts' from Toast Bard of (fashionably dead). I had been meaning to blog these amazing shorts for so time now. Toast is another one of SL's texturing geniuses, who makes the most stunningly hip clothes. The shorts were a Collabor88 exclusive a couple of months ago, but I am almost positive they are available her in mainstore by now. Please do yourself a favor and check-out all of her delightful creations.

I needed a top to complete my ensemble. As most of you know, I have a rather large inventory...to say the least! Sooo, I dove in frantically and tried on as many different styles as I could think of. I finally decided I wanted a bustier-like top. I had found this fantastic 'Dash Cropped Chain Bustier' from the talented Dakota Buck of Whippet & Buck. I had no idea I had even had these amazing bustiers in my inventory. Suffice it say, I could not resist putting them! Dakota Buck and Twiggy Whippet are two extremely brilliant creators and have played a huge part in SL fashion. I had not heard much news from them, as far as new releases go. So, I had to check to see if they were still selling their content. I am almost positive they are and sincerely hope they release some new items too!

It is time again for another round of the 'Whore Couture Fair'. For this month, Shyla Diggs of -Belleza-, created a lovely and exclusive edition of 'Mya' for this event. She is available in all skin tones and just so pretty to look at. Please make sure you grab a demo!

I also chose to wear this alluring hair style from Tabata Jewell of Vanity Hair, called 'Vendetta'. I simply adore the coy and sexy side-part that partially covers one eye. It added just the right amount of innocent sensuality to my look.

Oh! I almost forgot the namesake of my whole post! Adorkable Peapod of Adorkable Poses, made these beautiful and clever poses for The Arcade. They are are called 'Gacha Blooms' and feature one of my all time favorite flowers as a prop - lavenders. There are ton of different poses that you can win, so make sure you get over to The Arcade to try your luck! 

With all that said, here are some LMs:

Belgravia on MP

 Slink

(fashionably dead)

Whippet & Buck

Whore Couture Fair (WCF)

Vanity Hair

The Arcade

Location: Small Town Green

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Destiny Eyes - Skyfall (ML) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: Izzie's - Eyelashes v1.01 by Izzie Button
Liner: -Glam Affair- Couture Eyeliner 03 by Amberly Boccaccio
Skin: -Belleza-  MED WCF by Shyla Diggs (avail @ WCF)
Freckles: -Glam Affair-   Cleo - Freckles 2 by aida Ewing (NEW)
Hair: Vanity Hair: Vendetta-Brown by Tabata Jewell
Necklace: MG - Necklace - Cross of cordelia - Group All by Maxi Gossamer (avail @ C88)
Blazer: Belgravia Formal Blazer_Black by Jin Elfan (avail on MP HERE)
Bustier: W&B Dash Cropped Chain Bustier HAZE by Dakota Buck

Shorts: (fd) Scallop Shorts - XS Denim by Toast Bard

Bracelet R: Baiastice_Triple Skulls Leather Cuff-black- Right by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ The Arcade)
Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Appliers: -Belleza-  Slink Hand Appliers SK by Shyla Diggs 
Nails: Izzie's - Slink Avatar Enhancement - FINGERNAILS (pastels) by Izzie Button
Bag: (fd) Heart Purse - Strapless (Black) by Toast Bard
Mesh Feet: Med Mesh Feet - S (Rigged) by Siddean Munro
Shoes: Belgravia Patent 120 Spikes_Black/Blackby Jin Elfan (NEW) (avail on MP HERE)
Poses: aDORKable Poses Gacha Blooms 4 & 7 by Adorkable Peapod (avail @ The Arcade)

The Hair Fair 2013 Photo Contest Has Begun!

Hair Fair Photo Contest Has Begun ......

Hair Fair 2013 Photo Contest  http://www.flickr.com/groups/hairfair2013photocontest/


1. This years theme is “Movies Inspire Me” be as creative as you like, feel free to include other people in your shots.
However, as in previous years, ONLY THE PERSON ENTERING THE PHOTOGRAPH IS ELIGIBLE TO WIN. This years contest will run from the 7th June – 28th June 2013

Examples : Sci-fi, Black & White, Romantic Comedy, Anime, Horror, Country & Western, Thriller, Action, Drama

*No Nudity or sexualy suggestive images, this is a charity event to raise money for Children, naked/revealing pictures and pictures that the committee deem inappropriate will not be accepted, the committee’s say on this is final.

Be creative, but remember we are looking for pictures that focus on the hair and you. PHOTOS SUBMITTED TO THIS POOL MUST HAVE BEEN UPLOADED SINCE THE START OF THE CONTEST, PHOTOS OLDER THAN THE START WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED, we want fresh focus and definite passion for this event, and this event only.

2. Feel free to enhance your shot in the photo editing program of choice. We don’t want to see vendor images here or store logos in the background for example. Just remember this isn't an advertisement but a tribute to hair that you love.Also be aware that we wont be judging your photos on how little or much you know of PS or GIMP, rather the feel of the picture and the capture itself.That being said, please do not “over process”, we want to be able see the hair! – if you must put your name on your images please be sure to make it small and discreet in the bottom left or right of the photo…anything business focused will not be accepted, names of avatar only.

3. Keep your photos in Second Life size format. Second Life will distort your images when uploaded into SL, and we do not want to have your images look all out of focus in the winners circle if picked.

Sizes options:

512 x 512

1024 x 1024

2048 x 2048

512 x 1024

1024 x 2048

4. Photos may only be entered once, and only the person entering the photo is eligible to win. The same photo may not be entered by more than one person. You must have full ownership rights to the photo you are entering. If it was taken by someone else, then you must be allowed to use it in this manner. Check with the photographer before entering because any disputes of ownership of a photo will result in disqualification.

5. Entrants are limited to a total of 8 entries. Enter only your very best photos, as swapping out will not be allowed. We will be keeping track of who enters what, and swapping out your photos after submission will result in your disqualification. We want to make it fair to everyone.

6. In the description of each photo you enter, please include:
* Your Second Life avatar name ( no display names, if your last name is Resident please include that )
* Model/s
* Photographer
* Hair Style Name and Store ( the store does not have to be in Hair Fair 2013 )
* Inspiration Movie ?

7. All photos must be entered by Midnight SLT on 28th June, at that time uploads will be disabled.

8. Winners will be announced just prior to the start of Hair Fair with all winners receiving a special VIP invitation to Hair Fair before it opens its doors to the public.
Winning photos will also be featured at Hair Fair.
First, Second and Third Prize winners will receive prizes from all stores listed, this is a HUGE prize pool.
Seven runners up will also be given early access to Hair Fair 2013, as well as having their photos on display at the event.

You may also showcase past designers who have left Second Life, designers just starting out, or even hair you or a friend made.

All photos will be moderated before being approved into the group pool, please be patient as we are all on different timezones, but the pool will be checked daily. If your photo does not appear after 24 hours, please check that all the rules have been followed..thank you

The judges decisions are final

Prizes cannot be exchanged, negotiated or sent to avatars other than the winners.

The pool address: www.flickr.com/groups/hairfair2013photocontest/

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Sasy Scarborough in world via notecard.

This year we are very honored to be working again in conjunction with Wigs For Kids, a fantastic organisation. You can find details about the work they do at www.wigsforkids.org/.

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Prize Sponsors :

Action
Adoness
Alice Project
Alli&Ali Designs
Amacci
Argrace
Ayashi
Bizarre Hair
Bliensen + MaiTai
Calico
ChiChickie
Clawtooth
Colors
Curio Obscura
Curious Kitties
DamselFly Hair
Deco
Eaters Coma
EMO-tions
Enigma Hair
Esk-Imo
Exile
Faenzo
Flair
Gauze
Hair Studio One
Iconic
Ison
KMADD
Ladies who Lunch
LaViere
LeLutka
Loovus Dzevavor
LoQ Hair
MiaMai
Mina
Nikita Fride
OhMai
Ploom
RedMint
Rosy Mood
Slink
Sugarsmack
sYs
Tableau Vivant
Tameless
Vanity Hair
VIOLATOR
VR Studio by VR Foundry
Wasabi Pills
WWinx
Xplosion
Zibska

Bad Reputation

The last few days my cable connection has been on and off. I wanted to show another close-up of the new 'Cleo' skin from -Glam Affair- , but time was not on my side. I will probably create one tomorrow and add to my Flickr and this post.
The look for the post was so easy to create. Nevery Lorakeet of*LpD*, created this amazing *Marina* set. It is a full ensemble that includes shorts, a jacket and a top! Usually I like to mix and match different designers, but I really fell love with adorable casual outfit. As always, Nevery's creations are all original and beautifully made. I highly suggest trying them on ASAP!

I mentioned earlier that I wearing the new 'Cleo' skin from the talented aida Ewing of -Glam Affair- . This skin is so fresh and gorgeous. Plus, it comes with every option you can imagine! You get so many different looks for your money, not to mention a lovely face and body! Try on a DEMO NOW!

I also chose to wear Kavar Cleanslate's of ::Exile::, latest release. It is called 'Bad Reputation' and she is fabulously short and wavy. I am also in LOVE with his new HUDs and textures. What more can a girl ask for?

So with that said, here are your LMs:

*LpD*

-Glam Affair-

::Exile::

Location: Hazardous

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Destiny Eyes - Oak (ML) by Ikon Innovia
Lashes: Izzie's - Eyelashes v1.01 by Izzie Button
Liner: -Glam Affair- Couture Eyeliner 03 by Amberly Boccaccio

Skin: -Glam Affair-  Cleo -America - 04 B by aida Ewing (NEW)

Freckles: -Glam Affair-   Cleo - Freckles 2 by aida Ewing (NEW)

Hair: :;Exile::Bad Reputation:Naturals 2 HUD by Kavar Cleanslate (NEW)
Necklace: ..:: BenS Beauty ::.. Nidya Necklace Mix by Snow Martiel (NEW)
Outfit: *LpD* *Marina* Outfit Brown-Black by Nevery Lorakeet (NEW)
Bracelet L: LaGyo_Aiko bangle by Gyorgyna Larnia  (avail @ C88)
Ring L: LaGyo_Aiko ring by Gyorgyna Larnia (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) 
Tote: ISON -  scout boho bag -right hand- (black) by Harry Hyx (NEW)
Shoes: Color.Me.H.O.F  Mesh [Vivian Platform[Black] by fashionboi Landar
Poses: oOo Poses  by Olaenka Chesnokov

Candy

My allergies have been hitting me in an awful way. So, suffice it to say, my brain is not working too well. This post will probably be short and not as descriptive as usual. Please accept my sincere apologizes.
 Ahhhh! There is so much going on and may events ending either today or tomorrow.
Sissy Pessoa of Baiastice, created the cutest mesh 'Lari' halter tops, as well as these lovely 'Didi' skirts. Both pieces are extremely versatile. They can be worn together or with anything other matching separates in your Spring/ Summer wardrobe. The halters and skirts come in ton of colors and patterns and are a 'Boutique' exclusive. The Boutique will be ending tomorrow (Monday) at 11:59 SLT, so make sure you hurry-up and grab these fab creations before they are gone!

It is the first full weekend of the month, which means it is time for Belleza's Best Buys!!! Tricky Boucher really outdid himself with 3 stunning versions of Ava! She is available in all skin tones and for a VERY nice price. Best Buys ends tonight at 11:59 SLT, so RUN and demo these gorgeous skins!

Truth Hawks released more amazing new styles this weekend. I am in LOVE with this new long sultry style, called "Candy". Her waves fall so perfectly and seductively.It is a definitely MUST have!

I also wanted to mention that Dave Freeman of Just Designs (aka JD just released some fabulous new shoes for Summer. Besides the beautiful design, the one feature I especially love about the shoes, is that they have a new PERFECT SKIN MATCHING SYSTEM! This means that it has tons of your favorite skin tone presets, which are saved into a database and are retrievable via HUD (like [Gos] and N-core ). It takes only a matter of seconds to match you skin to the feet! So, make sure you check out his new new releases! I am wearing the 'Infra' wedges for this post too.

So, with that said, here are your LMs:

The Boutique 

-Belleza-

TRUTH HAIR

Just Designs

~Style Info~

Eyes: IKON Destiny Eyes - Peach (ML) by Ikon Innovia (avail @ The Boutique) 
Lashes: Izzie's - Eyelashes v1.01 by Izzie Button
Liner: -Glam Affair- Couture Eyeliner 03 by Amberly Boccaccio
Skin: -Belleza-  Ava Sk BBB 1 by Tricky Boucher (BELLEZA BEST BUYS)
Hair: TRUTH HAIR Candy - Browns01Fade by Truth Hawks (NEW)
Necklace (short): MG - Necklace - Solitaire Heart - Short - GOLD by Maxi Gossamer (avail @ FaMESHed)
Necklace (long): MG - Summer LadyBird - Pink by Maxi Gossamer (avail @ The Arcade)
Halter: Baiastice_Lari Halter Neck Top-linen by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ The Boutique) 
Skirt: Baiastice_Didi skirt-floral print peach by Sissy Pessoa (avail @ The Boutique) 
Bracelet L: LaGyo_Aiko bangle by Gyorgyna Larnia  (avail @ C88)
Bracelet R: *BOOM*  Knit Friendship Bracelet (two beat as one top) RT by Aranel Ah (avail @ The Arcade)
Ring L: LaGyo_Aiko ring by Gyorgyna Larnia (avail @ C88)
Ring R: MG - Rings - Atlantis Moon - Small - GOLD - R by Maxi Gossamer (avail @ FaMESHed)
Ice Cream: ::{u.f.o}:: i scream, you scream - straberry with cone by Charming Meiler (avail @ The Arcade)
Hand L: Slink (av) Elegant1 by Siddean Munro
Hand R: Slink (av) Casual by Siddean Munro
Appliers: -Belleza-  Slink Hand Appliers SK by Shyla Diggs (NEW)
Shoes: JD - Infra  - Fat Pack by Dave Freeman (davidefre) (NEW)
Bag: {mon tissu} Straw Tote Bag - Dark Brown by Anouk Spot
Poses: aDORKable Poses by Adorkable Peapod

~Decor Info~

Chairs: :CP:  Margarita Chair in Sunny by Isla Gealach  (avail @ FaMESHed)

Umbrella: :CP: Margarita Beach Tiki Parasol by Isla Gealach  (avail @ FaMESHed)

Mobile:  :CP: Margarita Beach Cap Mobile by Isla Gealach  (avail @ FaMESHed)

Table: {sa} My Little Beach Table by Charlotte Bartlett (NEW)

Tea Set: LISP - Mesh - Charlotte Home Lemon Tea Tray by Pandora Popstar

Bike: {what next} Bicycle Decor (Girls) by FrankLee Anatra